COUNTY LIFE
City of Nocona receives four bids on Justin Building project
The City of Nocona received four bids for renovation of the former Justin Building into a downtown community center and the city council is expected to award a bid during its Nov. 13 meeting.
City Manager Lynn Henley said the bids ranged from a low of about $725,000 to a high of $847,777.
The proposals, opened this past Tuesday, have been forwarded to Level 5 Architects for review. The company is expected to make a recommendation at the Monday session.
Trinity Hughes, Wichita Falls was the low bidder at $725,000. Cunningham Clark Construction was next at $748,500, followed by Santa Rosa Construction, $838,186 and JC Commercial Inc., at $847,777.
Read the full story in the weekend News.
Present for the Bowie Community Development proclamation for National Travel and Tourism Week May 3-9 made by Mayor Gaylynn Burris were volunteers and staff: Matthew Hunt, Cindy Roller, Brittany Barnes, Sylvia Henning, Mildred McCraw, and Joe Barnhill. Community Development focus is on beautification and tourism for the City of Bowie. The group focuses on tourism through its many festival and events, welcoming people to the community. (News photo by Barbara Green)
Make plans to attend the 6th Annual May Day Mental Health Awareness Arts Festival from noon to 4 p.m. on May 9 at Pelham Park.
This event is free and open to the public presented by interested local residents and Texas Community Counseling. It will feature mental health related resource tables, veteran’s support information, peer support and other activities.
The afternoon will feature an open mic for any artist, live art, kid’s activities, bake sale, silent auction and a brown bag drawing. All proceeds will benefit Texas Community Counseling.
Meredith Earp was presented with a proclamation honoring her accomplishments as she graduates as valedictorian of Victory Christian Academy and attends the United States Air Force Academy. She received an appointment to all three major service academies. She is the daughter of Brandon and Trisha Earp. Mayor Gaylynn Burris made the presentation at last week’s council meeting. (News photo by Barbara Green)
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