COUNTY LIFE
All Class Bowie High Reunion comes to town
(Top photo) Members of the Bowie High School homecoming court: Madilyn Ward and Evan Whitfield, ninth; Aowyn Word and Bryson Mills, tenth; Ellie Mowery and Kyle Keeler, eleventh; and seniors, Parker Riddle, Rayder Mann, Jaylen Jones, Edmond Deleon, Heidi Siebert and Monty Mayfield, and Rileigh Merrett and Hayden Heugatter (not pictured). The senior royals will be crowned at halftime Friday night.
The celebration is set for the 2025 All Class Reunion for Bowie High School on Sept. 19-20 that will include a parade, bonfire, golf tournament, tailgating, football game and dance.
This week the 2025 homecoming court was announced at the high school. Senior queen and king nominees are: Parker Riddle, Rayder Mann, Jaylene Jones, Edmond Deleon, Heidi Siebert, Monty Mayfield, Rileigh and Hayden Heugatter.
The 2025 royals will be crowned during halftime ceremonies. Other members of the court are: Madilyn Ward and Evan Whitfield, ninth grade; Aowyn Word and Bryson Mills, tenth grade and Ellie Mowery and Kyle Keeler, eleventh grade.
The Jackrabbit Booster Club invites everyone to participate and attend the homecoming parade at 6:45 p.m. on Sept. 17.
A bonfire also was planned at Selma Park on Sept. 17.
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 19 alumni registration will take place in the Jackrabbit reception room at the high school library. There will be lots of memorabilia to view, with food and drinks. For lunch enjoy food provided in the reception room or local restaurants.
The Bowie Junior High School building is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and the staff and students invite everyone to take a tour between 4-5 p.m. on Sept. 19 as part of homecoming week.
From 2 to 4 p.m. special recognition will honor Phyllis Matlock, longtime secretary to the high school principal, and Coach Hubert Boner, longtime coach and educator. This will be in the reception room in the high school library.
At 5 p.m. tailgating will begin in the parking lot next to Jackrabbit Stadium. Class groups and individuals are welcome. To reserve
a spot contact Darron Winn at 817-247-1955 or email Ronnie and Jacki Sue Hankins at jackieron@aol.com.
The day concludes with the homecoming ceremonies and football game at Jackrabbit Stadium.
Saturday morning opens with an alumni golf tournament at 8 a.m. at Top Of Lake Golf Club. It is a four-person scramble at $300 a team. Contact Brent Shaw at 940-531-2190 or brentshaw@utexas.edu. Organizers reported there were a few slots left early in week.
At 9 a.m. visiting resumes at the Jackrabbit reception room at the library. Snacks and drinks provided. From 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. enjoy a barbecue lunch in the cafeteria.
During the weekend, prizes will be given for Best Tailgating, Oldest Graduate attending and the alumni member who traveled the farthest to attend.
From 8 to 11 p.m. dance, visit and enjoy other fun at the City of Bowie pavilion by the pool. There will be a DJ, and alumni talent is set to perform along with a photo booth and light show.
Follow the BHS Classmates Facebook group and Bowie High School Alumni members Facebook page.
Watch your Bowie News next week and bowienewsonline.com for coverage of the Bowie homecoming activities including the parade, royalty crowning, bonfire and of athletic actions at Jackrabbit Stadium.
National Weather Service Fort Worth report: We’re closing down the work week with another round of HOT and DRY weather. Much of the area will see an elevated fire weather threat again today! A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 pm this evening. More heat headlines likely this weekend and early next week
It’s time once again for the Montague County Cemetery Board Fish Fry.
The fish fry will begin serving at 5 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the Forestburg Community Center. The price is $10 per person for all you can eat, and child’s plate for 12 and under is $5. Take-out is also available.
The meal will consist of locally caught crappie and catfish, French fries, beans, hushpuppies, coleslaw and all the trimmings and homemade desserts.
The main purpose of the Montague County Cemetery Board is to look after the county’s abandoned cemeteries. The county has between 50 and 60 abandoned cemeteries. Cleaning a cemetery typically cost between $1,500 and $2,000. Any help is greatly appreciated. Help can be monetary, but it can also be as simple as reporting a suspected lost cemetery, allowing access to the cemetery, or spending a day alongside others cleaning. Volunteers are always welcome.
Another goal of the Cemetery Board is to obtain Historical Status from the Texas Historical Commission for the abandoned cemeteries. This status records the cemetery with both the county and state. It helps to protect them for years to come.
Leadership Montague County is now accepting applications for its upcoming class. Deadline to submit an application is Sept. 1.
Individuals who are interested in strengthening their leadership skills, expanding their knowledge of Montague County and building lasting professional and community relationships are encouraged to apply.
The program is a nine-month leadership development program consisting of nine, one-day, monthly meetings. Participants will explore topics including local government, agriculture, education, healthcare, business and industry, public safety, economic development and community leadership through interactive sessions and site visits. The group will be traveling to Austin in the spring to visit with the legislators and senators and to see how they work for the county residents.
Leadership Montague County is designed for emerging and established leaders who have a desire to become more involved in improving the quality of life throughout Montague County.
Class size is limited, and early application is encouraged. For additional information or to request an application, contact: Leadership Montague County, j-hansard@tamu.edu or call 940-894-2831
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