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Fireworks’ shows readied in Nocona, Saint Jo for July 4

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4 years ago

07/03/2021

A pair of public fireworks shows are planned in Montague County on July 4.
The Nocona Lions Club celebrates its 54th year presenting fireworks at Lake Nocona. Set up will be at Weldon Robb Park and the members invite everyone to enjoy the sparkle which begins at dark.
A GoFundMe account has been set up by the Lions to accept donations to help fund the fireworks. Nocona Lions Club July 4th fundraiser is the tagline. The rain day will be July 5.
A decorated July 4th boat parade will leave the park at 7:30 p.m. prior to the fireworks show. Everyone is invited.
Citizens are asked not to set off their personal fireworks in Weldon Robb Park since the show will be set up in this spot.
Saint Jo’s July 4th Celebration will be in Boggess Park. Families are invited to bring their lawn chairs.
The popular Firecracker 5K will take off from Chisholm Trail Square at 8 a.m. Park games including volleyball, basketball, horse shoes and water games start at 10 a.m. Create a team and join with a donation.
Free watermelon will be handed out starting at 6 p.m. and music will begin at 6 p.m.
Fireworks will be launched by the Saint Jo Volunteer Fire Department at dusk. There will be concessions.

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ZZ Texas ZZ Top tribute band performed at Music in the Park Saturday in Bowie (brief video)

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3 days ago

06/16/2025

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Jim Bowie Parade entries now being sought

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1 week ago

06/12/2025

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It’s time to start working on your entry for the 2025 Jim Bowie Days Parade.
The theme is “God Bless Texas.” The entry deadline is 5 p.m. on June 25. Entry forms are available at jimbowiedays.com.
There are four categories for the parade: Youth organization or sports team, civic organization or church, riding club and business.
Kids are encouraged to decorate their bicycles and ride in the parade, and those with antique cars, trucks or tractors should give them a shine. For cowgirls and cowboys bring your horses to town and ride them on the route.
Prizes will be awarded for outstanding entries.
Coming in the June 19 Bowie News see the full calendar of events program for Jim Bowie Days and plan all your family’s activities during this western week of fun.

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Free Music in the Park Festival arrives Saturday

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1 week ago

06/12/2025

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The Music in the Park Festival organizers welcome guests to enjoy a day under the beautiful oaks of Pelham Park to hear an array of music on June 14 in Bowie.
This free music festival is hosted by the Bowie Community center and R&K Sound Company.
Guests are invited to bring their lawn chairs and set up under the oak trees that fill the park near the amphitheater. This is the second year for this free festival as it expands to a full day.
Live acoustic music opens the free festival starting at 11:30 a.m. with Corben Wolsey, Blake Mangus, Tiffany Chandler, Sara White and Dillon Edwards. Other live music that day will include Bad Daddy Band and Bricktown Band. ZZ Texas, a ZZ Top tribute band, will take the stage at 8 p.m. Live music continues until 10 p.m.
There will be food truck vendors, bounce houses (fee), axe throwing and vendors. Guests are allowed to bring beer in a cooler, but no soda pop or similar drinks. There will be a $5 cooler fee.
Prior to the musical events there will be a 5K run/walk at 8:30 a.m. at the Pelham Park Pavilion. Pre-race warm-up begins at 8:10 a.m. and the race starts at 8:30 a.m. There will be first-third place winners in each age category.
Entry fee is $35 and participants receive a T-shirt. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Clear Choice Pregnancy Resource Center.
Those with questions may call Bonnie at 940-872-4861 or Kenny at 817-704-9847. In case of rain the event will be moved into the center.