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Mardi Gras Nocona-Style kicks off this weekend

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4 years ago

02/16/2022

Activities get underway this weekend for the 12th annual Mardi Gras Nocona-Style Celebration that runs Feb. 19-26.
Tickets are sold out for the Mardi Gras Ball on Saturday night. This gala kicks off the week with fancy costumes, masks, a cajun meal and crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen.
This year the chamber has named Bob and Kristal Ferguson as the 2022 royalty.
The popular Krewe de Barkus Pooch Parade is now on Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Mary Davis Beckham Park.
Pets and their people are invited to dress up for Mardi Gras style and compete for a best-dressed title. This parade also brings awareness to pet rescue and adoption as proceeds from the parade go to the Nocona Lucky Paws Animal Shelter.
Check-in begins at 1 p.m. with the parade at 2 p.m. Judging will take place prior to the parade. A first and second place will be given to a small dog category under 30 pounds and to a large dog over 30 pounds.
There will be activities each day next week. Follow the fun in your Bowie News.

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Commissioner’s agenda very brief

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1 minute ago

04/30/2026

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By BARBARA GREEN
editor@bowienewsonline.com
Montague County Commissioner’s Court handled a brief agenda of routine business during its final meeting of April on Monday.
The May 25 regular court meeting was moved to May 26 due to the Memorial Day holiday.
An engagement letter was accepted for Edgin, Parkman, Fleming and Fleming PC to conduct the 2025-26 outside audit. County Judge Kevin Benton noted in a letter the audit firm projects a reduction in the cost from $35,500 this past year to $34,250 for the next fiscal year.
Dr. Chance Dingler will continue to serve as the county health authority as the court approved his appointment.

Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.

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BISD gauging interest in free pre-kindergarten

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19 hours ago

04/29/2026

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The administration and staff of Bowie Independent School District are trying to gauge community interest in the district offering free pre-kindergarten for all students who are four years old by Sept. 1, 2026.
This potential program would allow more children in the community to begin their educational journey early in a supportive and engaging environment.
Enrollment packets will be available on May 7.
Those interested are invited to a come-and-go round-up from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on May 7 at the elementary.

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Free Comic Book Day Mini-Con on May 2

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7 days ago

04/23/2026

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Once again it’s time for the Free Comic Book Day Mini-Con at the Bowie Public Library on May 2.
What began several years ago as a free comic book day has grown into a full day of fun activities for the entire family centered around comics, video games, cosplayers and other creatives.
It is organized by the Bowie TX Freakz & Geeks and the Bowie Public Library. Activities run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library located at 301 Walnut.
There will be free comic books to kick start or expand your collection, an epic video game high score tournament, costume contest for cosplayers of all levels, raffles swag giveaways and exclusive goodies. Unique vendors also will be on hand with special guests. Bowie TX Freakz & Geeks is a local discord group on a mission to bring nerd culture and a better connection to the area and surrounding communities. Find group on Facebook. Share your passions that may be anime, art, comics, gaming, or movies.