COUNTY LIFE

Early voting opened Tuesday

Published

7 months ago

02/19/2026

Those who wish to cast their ballots early for the March 3 joint party primary elections have until Feb. 27 as early voting began on Tuesday.
Early voting will be available at four locations across Montague County and due to countywide voting, a voter can cast a ballot at any of the four locations, just like on election day.
The early voting centers will be located at the courthouse annex in Montague, Saint Jo Civic Center, H.J. Justin Building in Nocona and Bowie Senior Citizens Center. All four will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, Feb. 17-Feb. 27.
Extended early voting hours will only be at the courthouse annex location. Ballots may be cast from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Feb. 21; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 22 and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. , Feb. 23-Feb. 27.
The March 3 party primaries will provide ballots for the Republican and Democratic Party primaries. Winners of these races will then be on the general election November ballot.

Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.

Early voting locations

Feb. 17 – Feb. 27 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays only, all four voting centers
Locations
Montague County Courthouse Annex Community room, 11339
State Highway 59, Montague
Bowie Senior Citizens Center, 501 Pelham, Bowie
H.J. Justin Community Room, 100 Clay, Nocona
Saint Jo Civic Center, 101 E. Boggess, Saint Jo.

Extended hours early voting: Only at the courthouse annex
Feb. 21, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Feb. 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Feb. 23 – Feb. 27, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Montague County has countywide vote, which means a voter can cast their vote at any voting center. A voter does not have to cast their ballot in their specific precinct.

COUNTY LIFE

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

Published

1 week ago

09/10/2026

bowienews

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.

COUNTY LIFE

Art of the Song adds youth art events

Published

2 weeks ago

09/03/2026

bowienews

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.

COUNTY LIFE

Tales ‘N’ Trails board readies annual fundraiser

Published

2 weeks ago

09/03/2026

bowienews

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.