http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/ The Leonard Graphic - December 2009 en Copyright 2009 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:34:12 GMT Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:34:12 GMT RSS DreamFeeder v 2.2.0 December 24, 2009 - A guitar recital was held in the Community Center downtown Leonard on Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. The recital drew a large crowd and there were many local students participating. December 24, 2009 - A guitar recital was held in the Community Center downtown Leonard on Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. The recital drew a large crowd and there were many local students participating. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Ms_Lils_class..Guitar.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:47:33 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Ms_Lils_class..Guitar.php.1263828850748.1 December 24, 2009 - Joe D. Moss has announced his candidacy for the office of Judge, County Court at Law, Fannin County, Texas. Moss, a Bonham attorney, was appointed to this position by the Fannin County Commissioners Court in November of 2009, but he will not take office until June 07, 2010. December 24, 2009 - Joe D. Moss has announced his candidacy for the office of Judge, County Court at Law, Fannin County, Texas. Moss, a Bonham attorney, was appointed to this position by the Fannin County Commissioners Court in November of 2009, but he will not take office until June 07, 2010. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Joe_D_Moss.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:47:04 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Joe_D_Moss.php.1263828850748.2 December 24, 2009 - I, Jennie Burns, would like to announce my candidacy for Fannin County Justice of the Peace, Pct.2. December 24, 2009 - I, Jennie Burns, would like to announce my candidacy for Fannin County Justice of the Peace, Pct.2. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Jennie_Burns.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:46:37 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Jennie_Burns.php.1263828850748.3 December 24, 2009 - Another annual Christmas Drive is all wrapped up at the Fannin County Childrens Center. This year the center gave presents to 168 children and youth. This is slightly fewer than last year when 177 children and youth were given presents. December 24, 2009 - Another annual Christmas Drive is all wrapped up at the Fannin County Childrens Center. This year the center gave presents to 168 children and youth. This is slightly fewer than last year when 177 children and youth were given presents. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Bailey_Baptists..Christsmas_all.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:24:08 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Bailey_Baptists..Christsmas_all.php.1263828850748.4 December 17, 2009 - First Choice Power awarded Tammy Barnes and Sheri Watson of Leonard Elementary School a $2,000 First Choice Power Classroom Energy Innovation Grant. First Choice Power awarded more than 20 grants to inventive teachers across Texas for original projects that stimulate and inspire young minds to discuss energy and energy-efficiency in the classroom. December 17, 2009 - First Choice Power awarded Tammy Barnes and Sheri Watson of Leonard Elementary School a $2,000 First Choice Power Classroom Energy Innovation Grant. First Choice Power awarded more than 20 grants to inventive teachers across Texas for original projects that stimulate and inspire young minds to discuss energy and energy-efficiency in the classroom. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-leonard_kindergarten.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:23:05 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-leonard_kindergarten.php.1263828850748.5 December 17, 2009 - The Leonard City Council and Mayor met on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. for the December council meeting, taking action on one item of old business and a few items of new business. December 17, 2009 - The Leonard City Council and Mayor met on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. for the December council meeting, taking action on one item of old business and a few items of new business. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Council_gives_ok.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:20:38 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Council_gives_ok.php.1263828850748.6 December 24, 2009 - The Leonard Tigers faced the Sam Rayburn Runnin Rebels on Dec. 15 bringing home a victory for the varsity squad by a wide margin. Final score for Leonard was 88 while Sam Rayburn scored 40 total points. December 24, 2009 - The Leonard Tigers faced the Sam Rayburn Runnin Rebels on Dec. 15 bringing home a victory for the varsity squad by a wide margin. Final score for Leonard was 88 while Sam Rayburn scored 40 total points. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Tigers_outrun.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:20:33 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Tigers_outrun.php.1263828850748.7 December 24, 2009 - The Leonard Junior Varsity also brought home a win over Sam Rayburn on Tuesday, Dec 15 with a final score of Leonard 53 and Sam Rayburn 36. December 24, 2009 - The Leonard Junior Varsity also brought home a win over Sam Rayburn on Tuesday, Dec 15 with a final score of Leonard 53 and Sam Rayburn 36. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Tiger_jv.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:20:29 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Tiger_jv.php.1263828850748.8 December 24, 2009 - The Leonard High School Choir, Jazz Band and Wind Ensemble performed their rendition of Christmas Around the World to a full house on Thursday night, singing and playing several songs to the delight of those in attendance. Many had supported the band by attending a baked potato supper fund raiser for the spring trip. December 24, 2009 - The Leonard High School Choir, Jazz Band and Wind Ensemble performed their rendition of Christmas Around the World to a full house on Thursday night, singing and playing several songs to the delight of those in attendance. Many had supported the band by attending a baked potato supper fund raiser for the spring trip. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-LHS_choir_jazz.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:20:01 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-LHS_choir_jazz.php.1263828850748.9 December 24, 2009 - Collin County Adjunct Economics Professor Joshua Kowert today announced his candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives for Texas 4thCongressional District. TheTexas4thDistrict is comprised of Grayson, Fannin, Collin, Rockwall, Hunt, Rains, Hopkins, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Franklin, Titus, Camp, Morris, Bowie, and Cass Counties. December 24, 2009 - Collin County Adjunct Economics Professor Joshua Kowert today announced his candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives for Texas 4thCongressional District. TheTexas4thDistrict is comprised of Grayson, Fannin, Collin, Rockwall, Hunt, Rains, Hopkins, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Franklin, Titus, Camp, Morris, Bowie, and Cass Counties. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Kowert_announces.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:19:57 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-Kowert_announces.php.1263828850748.10 December 24, 2009 - The First Christian Academy of Leonard has received an anonymous matching donation up to $40,000, from a Dallas area businessman who believes in Christian education. December 24, 2009 - The First Christian Academy of Leonard has received an anonymous matching donation up to $40,000, from a Dallas area businessman who believes in Christian education. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-FCAL_receives.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:19:24 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg122409-FCAL_receives.php.1263828850748.11 December 17, 2009 - Thursday night at the Peaster Tournament the Leonard Tigers had a tough loss. Final score was Leonard 36 and Peaster 69. Leonard started off in the first quarter scoring in double digits along with Peaster, but was behind at the end of the first quarter and never caught up. Peaster scored 18 points to Leonards 13 and scored another 17 points before half time while Leonard languished and scored only eight, bringing the half time score to 21 for Leonard and 35 for Peaster. December 17, 2009 - Thursday night at the Peaster Tournament the Leonard Tigers had a tough loss. Final score was Leonard 36 and Peaster 69. Leonard started off in the first quarter scoring in double digits along with Peaster, but was behind at the end of the first quarter and never caught up. Peaster scored 18 points to Leonards 13 and scored another 17 points before half time while Leonard languished and scored only eight, bringing the half time score to 21 for Leonard and 35 for Peaster. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Tigers_suffer.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:19:16 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Tigers_suffer.php.1263828850748.12 December 17, 2009 - Mrs. Alice Dills will be considered a new teacher at Leonard High School even though she has been working for Leonard ISD for 5 years now because she has been teaching at the Junior High campus until this year. Mrs. Dills has 17 years of teaching experience under her belt, and her areas of certification are English, Science, and ESL. December 17, 2009 - Mrs. Alice Dills will be considered a new teacher at Leonard High School even though she has been working for Leonard ISD for 5 years now because she has been teaching at the Junior High campus until this year. Mrs. Dills has 17 years of teaching experience under her belt, and her areas of certification are English, Science, and ESL. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-getting_to_know.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:19:13 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-getting_to_know.php.1263828850748.13 December 17, 2009 - Weve pretty much seen it all this past year a bear market, a long rally and even a period of neither-up-nor-down. But even though weve only got a few weeks left of 2009, you still have time to make some moves that can pay off for you in 2010and beyond.??Here are a few suggestions to consider: December 17, 2009 - Weve pretty much seen it all this past year a bear market, a long rally and even a period of neither-up-nor-down. But even though weve only got a few weeks left of 2009, you still have time to make some moves that can pay off for you in 2010and beyond.??Here are a few suggestions to consider: http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-heres_your.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:42 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-heres_your.php.1263828850748.14 December 17, 2009 - From those who tried out for the Region Band on Saturday, Dec. 12, Brooke Kay made 6th chair in the Wind Ensemble and advanced to Area Competition; Tylar Brown made 2nd in the Symphonic Band and advanced to Area. December 17, 2009 - From those who tried out for the Region Band on Saturday, Dec. 12, Brooke Kay made 6th chair in the Wind Ensemble and advanced to Area Competition; Tylar Brown made 2nd in the Symphonic Band and advanced to Area. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-LISD_Band_News.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:38 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-LISD_Band_News.php.1263828850748.15 December 17, 2009 - The Leonard Varsity Tigers also played S & S on Dec. 8 with Leonard showing their stuff from the beginning and bringing home a 76 to 28 final score over S & S. December 17, 2009 - The Leonard Varsity Tigers also played S & S on Dec. 8 with Leonard showing their stuff from the beginning and bringing home a 76 to 28 final score over S & S. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Tigers_slam.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:34 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Tigers_slam.php.1263828850748.16 December 17, 2009 - Leonards Tigers saw a number of players receive district honors at the end of the 2009 football season. December 17, 2009 - Leonards Tigers saw a number of players receive district honors at the end of the 2009 football season. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Six_Tigers_named.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:31 GMT By: KERRY CRAIG, Graphic Managing Editor http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Six_Tigers_named.php.1263828850748.17 December 17, 2009 - The Leonard ISD school board members met on Monday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. to approve the District and Campus Improvement Plans, to hear the 2008-09 Academic Excellence Indicator System report, to give permission for the LHS Band to take a spring trip, hear a bid by Sports Engineering Technologies on track and infield repair, vote to accept the 2008-09 school district financial audit presented at last months meeting and approve paying the bills for November. December 17, 2009 - The Leonard ISD school board members met on Monday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. to approve the District and Campus Improvement Plans, to hear the 2008-09 Academic Excellence Indicator System report, to give permission for the LHS Band to take a spring trip, hear a bid by Sports Engineering Technologies on track and infield repair, vote to accept the 2008-09 school district financial audit presented at last months meeting and approve paying the bills for November. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-00,000_bid....php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:27 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-00,000_bid....php.1263828850748.18 December 17, 2009 - Everyone living inside the city limits is encouraged to participate in the Annual Christmas Lighting Contest sponsored by the Leonard Chamber of Commerce. On Thursday and Friday, Dec. 17th and 18th, an anonymous panel of judges will scour the city for bright lights and creative outdoor decorations. To be sure to be seen, keep your lights on both nights from 7 until 9 p.m. December 17, 2009 - Everyone living inside the city limits is encouraged to participate in the Annual Christmas Lighting Contest sponsored by the Leonard Chamber of Commerce. On Thursday and Friday, Dec. 17th and 18th, an anonymous panel of judges will scour the city for bright lights and creative outdoor decorations. To be sure to be seen, keep your lights on both nights from 7 until 9 p.m. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-annual_Christmas.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:23 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-annual_Christmas.php.1263828850748.19 December 17, 2009 - The Leonard JV boys played S & S on Dec. 8, in a game that seemed S & S had the better team at half time, but Leonard poured on the points in the second half and pulled ahead in the third quarter and even more ahead in the fourth. December 17, 2009 - The Leonard JV boys played S & S on Dec. 8, in a game that seemed S & S had the better team at half time, but Leonard poured on the points in the second half and pulled ahead in the third quarter and even more ahead in the fourth. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Leonard_JV.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:19 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Leonard_JV.php.1263828850748.20 December 17, 2009 - Forerunner Christian Academy is proud to announce their 2nd Grading Period Honor Roll! December 17, 2009 - Forerunner Christian Academy is proud to announce their 2nd Grading Period Honor Roll! http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-forerunner_honor_roll.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:15 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-forerunner_honor_roll.php.1263828850748.21 December 17, 2009 - The new president of the Leonard Chamber of Commerce for 2010, Angela Sadler, has begun the year off early with appointing several chairpersons for events that will happen in the city for the upcoming year. Sadler had this to say about the new year, I am very excited about the new year.We have a great group of officers and directors, and we look forward to serving the community in the year to come. I am open to any suggestions on how to improve the current events we sponsor, as well as any suggestions or ideas for new events.I encourage you to come and join us during our monthly meetings every second Tuesday, and I encourage you to become more involved in the Chamber.It is a great organization that does a lot for its community. December 17, 2009 - The new president of the Leonard Chamber of Commerce for 2010, Angela Sadler, has begun the year off early with appointing several chairpersons for events that will happen in the city for the upcoming year. Sadler had this to say about the new year, I am very excited about the new year.We have a great group of officers and directors, and we look forward to serving the community in the year to come. I am open to any suggestions on how to improve the current events we sponsor, as well as any suggestions or ideas for new events.I encourage you to come and join us during our monthly meetings every second Tuesday, and I encourage you to become more involved in the Chamber.It is a great organization that does a lot for its community. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-chamber_of_commerce.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:18:11 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-chamber_of_commerce.php.1263828850748.22 December 17, 2009 - Four Corners 4-H youth and families are gearing up for the 11th Annual Fannin County Christmas Dinner. Approximately 400 Fannin County residents will enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner Christmas Day, either at the Family Life Center, or delivered right to their door. Bonham businesses and service organizations have once again underwritten the expenses of this event. Churches and local high schools are providing delicious, homemade desserts. Four Corners youth are coordinating with the various local SNAP centers in the county to arrange for meals to be delivered to those who cannot leave home. Again, the First United Methodist Church is donating the use of the Family Life Center. The youth of Four Cornersappreciatesthe giving spirit of each of these groups and their willingness to partner with them in this endeavor. December 17, 2009 - Four Corners 4-H youth and families are gearing up for the 11th Annual Fannin County Christmas Dinner. Approximately 400 Fannin County residents will enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner Christmas Day, either at the Family Life Center, or delivered right to their door. Bonham businesses and service organizations have once again underwritten the expenses of this event. Churches and local high schools are providing delicious, homemade desserts. Four Corners youth are coordinating with the various local SNAP centers in the county to arrange for meals to be delivered to those who cannot leave home. Again, the First United Methodist Church is donating the use of the Family Life Center. The youth of Four Cornersappreciatesthe giving spirit of each of these groups and their willingness to partner with them in this endeavor. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-11th_annual.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:17:58 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-11th_annual.php.1263828850748.23 December 17, 2009 - Judge Alan Hale was certified at the recent Twenty Hour Justice of the Peace Seminar held Dec. 6-9, 2009, in Galveston. The seminar was sponsored by the Texas Justice Court Training Center, a division of Texas State University San Marcos, with offices in Austin. The seminar is one of six held for elected Justices of the Peace so they can fulfill their Continuing Judicial Education Requirements as set forth in Article 27.005 of the Texas Government Code. December 17, 2009 - Judge Alan Hale was certified at the recent Twenty Hour Justice of the Peace Seminar held Dec. 6-9, 2009, in Galveston. The seminar was sponsored by the Texas Justice Court Training Center, a division of Texas State University San Marcos, with offices in Austin. The seminar is one of six held for elected Justices of the Peace so they can fulfill their Continuing Judicial Education Requirements as set forth in Article 27.005 of the Texas Government Code. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Judge_Hale_attends.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:17:52 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Judge_Hale_attends.php.1263828850748.24 December 17, 2009 - Parker Lanier, third grader at Leonard Elementary and son of James and Andrea Lanier, was rushed to the emergency room in Greenville with abdominal pain. Greenville sent him to Childrens Medical Center in Dallas by ambulance, which took an hour and a half. They diagnosed him with a ruptured appendix. Parker spent seven days in the hospital. He had not missed any days of school from the time he started kindergarten, so the appendicitis attack also caused him to miss the perfect attendance record. December 17, 2009 - Parker Lanier, third grader at Leonard Elementary and son of James and Andrea Lanier, was rushed to the emergency room in Greenville with abdominal pain. Greenville sent him to Childrens Medical Center in Dallas by ambulance, which took an hour and a half. They diagnosed him with a ruptured appendix. Parker spent seven days in the hospital. He had not missed any days of school from the time he started kindergarten, so the appendicitis attack also caused him to miss the perfect attendance record. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Parker_Lanier.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:17:45 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Parker_Lanier.php.1263828850748.25 Sixth Grade Sixth Grade http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-LJHS_UIL_.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:17:41 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-LJHS_UIL_.php.1263828850748.26 December 17, 2009 - The five playhouses built to raise funds for the Fannin County Family Crisis Center were given away at the Bonham Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 11th. The winners were Randa Collum from Hugo, Okla., who won the Teepee; Doyle Gaither from Greenville won the Jail; Dena Hall from Bonham won the Fort; Linda Long from Bonham won the Castle; and Delores Simmons from Whitewright won the Alice in Wonderland playhouse. December 17, 2009 - The five playhouses built to raise funds for the Fannin County Family Crisis Center were given away at the Bonham Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 11th. The winners were Randa Collum from Hugo, Okla., who won the Teepee; Doyle Gaither from Greenville won the Jail; Dena Hall from Bonham won the Fort; Linda Long from Bonham won the Castle; and Delores Simmons from Whitewright won the Alice in Wonderland playhouse. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Playhouse_winners.php Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:17:03 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121709-Playhouse_winners.php.1263828850748.27 December 10, 2009 - Eight defendants, named in three indictments returned by a federal grand jury in Dallas last month and just unsealed, were arrested today by members of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), announced U.S. Attorney James T. Jacks of the Northern District of Texas and James L. Capra, Special Agent in Charge of the DEAs Dallas Division. The arrests, mostly in the Greenville, Texas, area, are the result of the MET, assisted by local and state authorities working undercover to investigate and ultimately dismantle the large crack cocaine distribution organization. In addition, in the course of executing several federal and state search warrants, narcotics, drug trafficking paraphernalia and firearms were seized. Defendants will begin making their initial court appearances this afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Paul D. Stickney in U.S. District Court in Dallas. December 10, 2009 - Eight defendants, named in three indictments returned by a federal grand jury in Dallas last month and just unsealed, were arrested today by members of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mobile Enforcement Team (MET), announced U.S. Attorney James T. Jacks of the Northern District of Texas and James L. Capra, Special Agent in Charge of the DEAs Dallas Division. The arrests, mostly in the Greenville, Texas, area, are the result of the MET, assisted by local and state authorities working undercover to investigate and ultimately dismantle the large crack cocaine distribution organization. In addition, in the course of executing several federal and state search warrants, narcotics, drug trafficking paraphernalia and firearms were seized. Defendants will begin making their initial court appearances this afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Paul D. Stickney in U.S. District Court in Dallas. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-law_enforcement.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:41:53 GMT By Kerry Craig, Graphic Managing Editor http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-law_enforcement.php.1261068326500.1 December 10, 2009 - Now that the filing period has opened for the primary elections early next year, candidates are invited to send their campaign announcements to The Leonard Graphic. December 10, 2009 - Now that the filing period has opened for the primary elections early next year, candidates are invited to send their campaign announcements to The Leonard Graphic. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season_opens.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:41:44 GMT By: KERRY CRAIG, Graphic Managing Editor http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season_opens.php.1261068326500.2 December 10, 2009 - Congressman Ralph Hall filed today to seek re-election as U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Texas, announcing his continued commitment to create jobs, cut taxes, grow the economy and rein in government spending. December 10, 2009 - Congressman Ralph Hall filed today to seek re-election as U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Texas, announcing his continued commitment to create jobs, cut taxes, grow the economy and rein in government spending. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season...Ralph_Hall.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:41:29 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season...Ralph_Hall.php.1261068326500.3 December 10, 2009 - Earlier today, State Senator Bob Deuell (R-Greenville) filed official paperwork with the Republican Party of Texas and will be a candidate for re-election in 2010. First elected in 2002, Deuell will be seeking a third full term in the Texas Senate. December 10, 2009 - Earlier today, State Senator Bob Deuell (R-Greenville) filed official paperwork with the Republican Party of Texas and will be a candidate for re-election in 2010. First elected in 2002, Deuell will be seeking a third full term in the Texas Senate. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season...Deuell_to_seek.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:41:15 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-political_season...Deuell_to_seek.php.1261068326500.4 December 10, 2009 - An immunization clinic for the H1N1 vaccine will be held for the person or persons that meet the criteria at the following dates, times and location: December 10, 2009 - An immunization clinic for the H1N1 vaccine will be held for the person or persons that meet the criteria at the following dates, times and location: http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-H1n1_shots.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:40:50 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-H1n1_shots.php.1261068326500.5 December 10, 2009 - Officials for the Miss Teen Texas International Pageant have announced Taylor Wismer, a student at Leonard High School, as Miss Teen Fannin County International 2010. Taylor will represent the greater Fannin County area at the 2010 Miss Teen Texas International Pageant in San Antonio on March 28, 2010. She will be competing for over $15,000 in cash and prizes and the chance to proceed to the Miss Teen International Competition in July of 2010. December 10, 2009 - Officials for the Miss Teen Texas International Pageant have announced Taylor Wismer, a student at Leonard High School, as Miss Teen Fannin County International 2010. Taylor will represent the greater Fannin County area at the 2010 Miss Teen Texas International Pageant in San Antonio on March 28, 2010. She will be competing for over $15,000 in cash and prizes and the chance to proceed to the Miss Teen International Competition in July of 2010. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-taylor_wismer.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:40:34 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-taylor_wismer.php.1261068326500.6 December 10, 2009 - The Leonard Lady Tigers defeated the Celeste Lady Blue Devils by a score of 71-34 last Friday in Leonard. December 10, 2009 - The Leonard Lady Tigers defeated the Celeste Lady Blue Devils by a score of 71-34 last Friday in Leonard. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Lady_Tigers.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:40:09 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Lady_Tigers.php.1261068326500.7 December 10, 2009 - The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting and testing motivated individuals to work in north Texas for the 2010 Census. December 10, 2009 - The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting and testing motivated individuals to work in north Texas for the 2010 Census. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-pay_to_range_...census.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:39:54 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-pay_to_range_...census.php.1261068326500.8 December 10, 2009 - Congratulations to Rachel Branch and Caroline Broadway for auditioning for the Region IV Middle School All-Region band on Friday, Dec. 4th in Queen City, Texas. Out of all the 7th and 8th grade clarinet players in Region IV, Caroline was 37th out of 72, and Rachel was fourth out of 83 trumpet players. Rachel will compete in the All-Region Band Clinic and Concert on January 22nd and 23rd in Gladewater. Congratulations, girls! December 10, 2009 - Congratulations to Rachel Branch and Caroline Broadway for auditioning for the Region IV Middle School All-Region band on Friday, Dec. 4th in Queen City, Texas. Out of all the 7th and 8th grade clarinet players in Region IV, Caroline was 37th out of 72, and Rachel was fourth out of 83 trumpet players. Rachel will compete in the All-Region Band Clinic and Concert on January 22nd and 23rd in Gladewater. Congratulations, girls! http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-two_audition.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:39:43 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-two_audition.php.1261068326500.9 December 10, 2009 - Come and join us at Leonard Public Library for a Christmas Story Time Saturday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m. The night before Christmas will be read by a very special guest - Santa!! December 10, 2009 - Come and join us at Leonard Public Library for a Christmas Story Time Saturday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m. The night before Christmas will be read by a very special guest - Santa!! http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Christmas_Story_time.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:38:58 GMT By Rose Farhood http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Christmas_Story_time.php.1261068326500.10 December 10, 2009 - The U.S. Department of Labor has authorized the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to begin processing unemployment benefit claims for the newly enacted 14-week extension of Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) Act benefits. December 10, 2009 - The U.S. Department of Labor has authorized the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to begin processing unemployment benefit claims for the newly enacted 14-week extension of Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) Act benefits. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Texans_granted.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:38:48 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Texans_granted.php.1261068326500.11 December 10, 2009 - Everyone living inside the city limits is encouraged to participate in the Annual Christmas Lighting Contest sponsored by the Leonard Chamber of Commerce. On Thursday and Friday, Dec. 17th and 18th, an anonymous panel of judges will scour the city for bright lights and creative outdoor decorations. To be sure to be seen, keep your lights on both nights from 7 until 9 p.m. December 10, 2009 - Everyone living inside the city limits is encouraged to participate in the Annual Christmas Lighting Contest sponsored by the Leonard Chamber of Commerce. On Thursday and Friday, Dec. 17th and 18th, an anonymous panel of judges will scour the city for bright lights and creative outdoor decorations. To be sure to be seen, keep your lights on both nights from 7 until 9 p.m. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Annual_lighting.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:38:28 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg121009-Annual_lighting.php.1261068326500.12 December 3, 2009 - The Leonard Emergency Aid Pantry has a problem that is a good problem to have. Donations of food and money have blessed the pantry with overfull shelves and money with which to buy certificates at B & B for perishable items. December 3, 2009 - The Leonard Emergency Aid Pantry has a problem that is a good problem to have. Donations of food and money have blessed the pantry with overfull shelves and money with which to buy certificates at B & B for perishable items. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-This_cupboard...Donations.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:34:33 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-This_cupboard...Donations.php.1261068326500.13 December 3, 2009 - The Leonard Independent School Board met on Tuesday evening, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. The board members were introduced to each LHS and LJH student who showed animals in the Fannin County Fair and each student showed their ribbons, banners and buckles. Winners from Leonard include Blaine Alexander, Taylor Conti, Miranda Young, Ian Mauldin, Tanner Young, Matthew Weaver, Spencer Roberts, Riley Bonds, John Alexander and Megan Evans. December 3, 2009 - The Leonard Independent School Board met on Tuesday evening, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. The board members were introduced to each LHS and LJH student who showed animals in the Fannin County Fair and each student showed their ribbons, banners and buckles. Winners from Leonard include Blaine Alexander, Taylor Conti, Miranda Young, Ian Mauldin, Tanner Young, Matthew Weaver, Spencer Roberts, Riley Bonds, John Alexander and Megan Evans. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-school_board.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:34:22 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-school_board.php.1261068326500.14 A Honor Roll - December 3, 2009 - Savannah Albert, Alissa Anderson, Sterling Ashurst, Ty Ashworth, Bryce Baker, Shelby Barton, John Brian, Tyson Burgess, Aurora Butler, Alan Contreras, Daniela Cruz, Emma Dailey, Jacie Doyle, Sergio Facundo, Nakita Harris, Brennen Houser, Savannah Johnson, Kenna Kelley, Ashley Klaus, Marissa Majeau, Benjamin Mullican, Mackenzie Ogea, Madison Reaves, Brenley Sadler, Antoinette Ukpe, Madison Vaughn, Dawson Wagnon, Bethany Ward, Nathan Whitworth, Erin Wismer A Honor Roll - December 3, 2009 - Savannah Albert, Alissa Anderson, Sterling Ashurst, Ty Ashworth, Bryce Baker, Shelby Barton, John Brian, Tyson Burgess, Aurora Butler, Alan Contreras, Daniela Cruz, Emma Dailey, Jacie Doyle, Sergio Facundo, Nakita Harris, Brennen Houser, Savannah Johnson, Kenna Kelley, Ashley Klaus, Marissa Majeau, Benjamin Mullican, Mackenzie Ogea, Madison Reaves, Brenley Sadler, Antoinette Ukpe, Madison Vaughn, Dawson Wagnon, Bethany Ward, Nathan Whitworth, Erin Wismer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-LISD_Honor_Rolls.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:34:15 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-LISD_Honor_Rolls.php.1261068326500.15 December 3, 2009 - The Friends of the Library will present the Holiday Tour of Homes as their annual fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The 2009 tour will begin on the Leonard Square at the Summer House where you will be able to browse the beautiful decorations and sale items and enjoy some refreshments. December 3, 2009 - The Friends of the Library will present the Holiday Tour of Homes as their annual fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The 2009 tour will begin on the Leonard Square at the Summer House where you will be able to browse the beautiful decorations and sale items and enjoy some refreshments. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Friends_of_Library.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:34:07 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic staff writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Friends_of_Library.php.1261068326500.16 December 3, 2009 - The holiday season is upon us. For the volunteers and staff of the Fannin County Childrens Center, holiday plans started earlier this month. They have been extra busy contacting children, youth and families they serve in an effort to find out their Christmas wishes and needs. Its the first step in an effort which will eventually involve many different people of the community coming together to take care of some special kids. December 3, 2009 - The holiday season is upon us. For the volunteers and staff of the Fannin County Childrens Center, holiday plans started earlier this month. They have been extra busy contacting children, youth and families they serve in an effort to find out their Christmas wishes and needs. Its the first step in an effort which will eventually involve many different people of the community coming together to take care of some special kids. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Christmas_Drive.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:45 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Christmas_Drive.php.1261068326500.17 December 3, 2009 - The 2008 North East Texas Pesticide Applicator Clinic Training will be held Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at the Love Civic Center in Paris Texas. This year, topics will include Management of Aflatoxin using December 3, 2009 - The 2008 North East Texas Pesticide Applicator Clinic Training will be held Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at the Love Civic Center in Paris Texas. This year, topics will include Management of Aflatoxin using http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-north_texas_farm.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:38 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-north_texas_farm.php.1261068326500.18 December 3, 2009 - Leas Restaurant, owned by Lea Ann Fisher, will be celebrating 25 years of being in the restaurant business in Leonard on January 4, 2010, and through the end of that week with a grand finale in the planning stages for Saturday, Jan. 9. December 3, 2009 - Leas Restaurant, owned by Lea Ann Fisher, will be celebrating 25 years of being in the restaurant business in Leonard on January 4, 2010, and through the end of that week with a grand finale in the planning stages for Saturday, Jan. 9. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Leas_restaurant.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:32 GMT By AVA BARLOW, Graphic Staff Writer http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Leas_restaurant.php.1261068326500.19 December 3, 2009 - Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 will be the date of the 2009 Bonham Chamber Christmas Parade, and the theme will be "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". The Parade will begin at 6 p.m., following the lighting ceremonies around the Courthouse Square. Plan to enter a float in the Parade, and have fun while promoting your business or organization. Certificates will be given to the top three floats in the Commercial and Non-Commercial categories. Entries must be received by Wednesday, Dec. 9th to enter the parade. The Parade route will be from 6th Street and North Main, South to Sam Rayburn, then East to Center Street, and then North up Center to 9th Street. Floats will line-up on Main North from 6th Street. December 3, 2009 - Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 will be the date of the 2009 Bonham Chamber Christmas Parade, and the theme will be "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". The Parade will begin at 6 p.m., following the lighting ceremonies around the Courthouse Square. Plan to enter a float in the Parade, and have fun while promoting your business or organization. Certificates will be given to the top three floats in the Commercial and Non-Commercial categories. Entries must be received by Wednesday, Dec. 9th to enter the parade. The Parade route will be from 6th Street and North Main, South to Sam Rayburn, then East to Center Street, and then North up Center to 9th Street. Floats will line-up on Main North from 6th Street. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Bonham_Parade.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:25 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Bonham_Parade.php.1261068326500.20 December 3, 2009 - November City Council meeting found the council handling several items of new business and approved the amended fund budget for 2008. December 3, 2009 - November City Council meeting found the council handling several items of new business and approved the amended fund budget for 2008. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-council_names.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:19 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-council_names.php.1261068326500.21 December 3, 2009 - For the Month of December Leonard Junior High FCA will meet on Monday, Dec. 7th and Monday, Dec. 14th at 7:15 a.m. in the Junior High Gym. December 3, 2009 - For the Month of December Leonard Junior High FCA will meet on Monday, Dec. 7th and Monday, Dec. 14th at 7:15 a.m. in the Junior High Gym. http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Junior_high_FCA.php Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:33:12 GMT http://www.theleonardgraphic.com/news/2009/12-December/lg120309-Junior_high_FCA.php.1261068326500.22