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Bowie High marching bands advances to area

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11 months ago

10/23/2025

Bowie High School’s Mighty Marching Maroon earned its seventh, division 1 award at University Interscholastic League regional contest on Oct. 18.
The band traveled to Denton Saturday morning for the competition that was hampered by a rain show. Director German Torres said the students did extremely well especially considering the rain really came down when the show started.
“It stopped toward the end, but the rain had already done its damage. The students persevered and did what was probably the best run of the season, which is what we all hope for. We are extremely proud of the work the students have put in and look forward to the next two weeks,” said Torres.
The area contest will be Nov. 1 at C.H. Collins Stadium in Denton. A time will be announced later. This date and site is just for the 3A bands in this area.
Torres reiterated he is super proud of their work and the next two weeks will be busy getting ready. He also sent out appreciation to junior high director Ben Bruneau and Shawn Torres, choir director who works with the color guard, for their help during this busy time, as well as all the band parents who have stepped up to help this season.
“We are going to try and clean anything that may have stuck out both musically and visually to either us, parents or judges,” concluded Torres.

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Tribute to the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks

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2 weeks ago

09/10/2026

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Inside today find a special section Remembering 9/11 on the 25th anniversary of this pivotal day in America’s history.

This section provides an hour by hour account of that day to inform those who may not familiar with the details. We pay tribute to all those who faced the attacks and helped save those in danger from all walks of life. May this tribute remind you of all America lost that day and how the country moved forward.

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Art of the Song adds youth art events

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3 weeks ago

09/03/2026

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Area young people from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to take part in the Art of the Song Young Visual and Performing Arts Exhibition on Oct. 10 during the annual music festival in Nocona.
Entry is free and artists may enter up to three pieces of artwork. One entry must be music-related, while the other two can be any art medium or genre. Drop-off artwork from noon to 6 p.m. on Oct. 7 at 103 Clay Street.
Art will be displayed starting at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10. Those with questions may call R. Marie Molsbee, 940-887-0165 or horse.power.ranch.nocona@gmail.com.
The performing arts portion will be at Bitters & Sweets, 206 Clay Street. If you have a child who loves to sing, dance or play an instrument or perform? Let them share their talents in a performance at the Art of the Song.
Those interested in the performing arts program may contact Carla at 940-765-5619 or carlad@bittersandsweetsbar.com.

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Tales ‘N’ Trails board readies annual fundraiser

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3 weeks ago

09/03/2026

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The staff, board of directors and volunteers of Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum are making plans for the group’s major fundraiser, “Shebang” on Sept. 26.
This year Shebang will join in all the celebrations for America’s 250th birthday.
Mark your calendar when the doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and $350 for a table of eight. Shebang takes place in the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay Street.
The evening will feature a dinner prepared by local chefs, fun games where you could win a prize, live and silent auctions, plus the popular bucket auction where you never know who will win. A new menu is being served that will feature prime rib, roasted sweet potatoes, hominy casserole, broccoli salad and strawberry shortcake.
Reservations are being taken now, just call the museum at 825-5330. Proceeds from the Shebang help pay for annual operating costs of the museum. Call 825-5330 to purchase tickets, also visit the website at talesntrails.org to see auction items and learn more about the museum.