COUNTY LIFE
Bowie animal control issues warning for snakes
City of Bowie Animal Control Officer Willy Conway issue a warning to citizens to be on the watch for rattlesnakes and other snakes that are active at this time of year.
This week, Conway, responded to a call on Ussery Street where a rattlesnake was located and escaped under the house.
The snake was approximately five-feet long and reportedly “as big around as an arm,” report the police. One also was located in the Aljo Addition.
Citizens are encouraged to be aware of their surroundings and learn to recognize the different snake species that are likely to be in the area. Read the full story with tips to help avoid snakes in the weekend News.
By BARBARA GREEN
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Montague County 4-H celebrated its members, volunteers and supporters during the annual awards banquet Monday night.
From recordbooks to project pins and star awards, there were honors for many. Guests also enjoyed a speaker who shared his story of dyslexia and how he succeeded despite being told certain things were “out of his grasp.”
Gold Star, the top senior member award in 4-H, went to Madelyn McFarland, Montague 4-H. The Silver Stars went to Maddax McCollum, Bowie 4-H, and Raegan Hughes, Bowie 4-H.
Read the full story and see all the photos in the weekend Bowie News.
All area musicians and music lovers are welcomed to Jammin’ at the Justin from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 24 at the H.J. Justin Building, 100 Clay, downtown Nocona.
Enjoy live music with no admission fee. Tips this month will go to Montague County veterans. Bring your own food and drinks.
Those with questions may call Larry Lemons, 940-366-5782 or Dennis McBroom, 940-841-2883.
It’s time for Clear the Shelter on Aug. 24 and the community is invited to take part in a day dedicated to finding forever homes for unwanted or uncared for dogs and cats.
Volunteers at the Bowie Animal Shelter will take part in this nationwide event from 8 a.m. to noon at the shelter located at 1504 E. Wise.
Low-cost vaccines will be provided for cats and dogs through Cross Timbers Veterinary Hospital from 8 to 11 a.m. Microchip your pet for $15 through the shelter volunteers.
For those interested in adopting a pet, all adoption fees have been waived on Clear the Shelter Day. If you have been considering adoption, this would be a good day to visit with the animals.
Other activities this day include a bake sale, silent auction and food vendors. Lots of great items have been donated for prize drawings and for the silent auction.
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