James Murray “Jimmie” Dodd
Mar18

James Murray “Jimmie” Dodd

Funeral Service for James Murray “Jimmie” Dodd, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024 at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX with Bro. C.R. Chapman officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Sterling Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. just prior to the service at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home. Serving as Pallbearers will be Joe Hooten, Caleb Leija, Randy Hopper, Brandon Hopper,...

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Important Days Worth Making Note of as March Comes to an End
Mar18

Important Days Worth Making Note of as March Comes to an End

March 18, 2024 – A couple of important days worth making note of as March 2024 comes to an end include the following. Monday, March 25th, 2024, is National Medal of Honor Day, honoring service and sacrifice, established by Congress to “foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor Recipients.” The first National Medal of Honor Day was celebrated on March 25, 1991. Also worth noting, Friday, March 29th, 2024 is...

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Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 3-11-2024 – 3-17-2024
Mar18

Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 3-11-2024 – 3-17-2024

Arrests: ALVAREZ,MARIA, 54 years of age, of Winnsboro, TX, was arrested on 3-14-2024 for TAMPER FABRICATE PHYSICAL EVID W/INTENT TO IMPAIR, POSS CS PG 1/1-B>=1G<4G STROUD,RENEE 50  years of age, of PRESCOTT VALLEY, TN, was arrested on 3-12-2024 for DISORDERLY CONDUCT, EVADING ARREST DETENTION Calls for Service: The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 134 calls for service during this reporting period. Citations: The...

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Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
Mar18

Solar Eclipse Safety Tips

March 18, 2024 – The frenzy continues about the upcoming solar eclipse with Sulphur Springs being in the centerline pathway for April 8th. Many are making plans on how to capitalize or avoid the huge crowds of folks that will make their way into Hopkins County to experience the eclipse with a little longer total darkness by being in the centerline. As residents and visitors prepare, “viewing safety” should be a top...

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Free Cone Day is Back at Dairy Queen!
Mar18

Free Cone Day is Back at Dairy Queen!

For one day only, Tuesday, March 19th, Dairy Queen will be giving away one small plain cone to each customer at local Dairy Queen restaurants. Free Cone Day has become an anticipated annual tradition for DQ restaurants in Texas, symbolizing the arrival of warmer weather and the joy of indulging in delicious frozen treats. This year, DQ restaurants in Texas will share smiles and sweetness with a free small plain cone at participating...

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Randy Potter
Mar17

Randy Potter

Graveside service for Randy Potter, age 74, of Brashear, TX will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Brashear Cemetery with Bro. David Burns officiating. A visitation will be held from 12:30 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Tapp Funeral Home, prior to the service. Mr. Potter passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at his home. Arrangements are under the direction of Tapp Funeral Home The online register can be signed...

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Coffee Grounds in Your Garden Soil From Master Gardener David Wall
Mar17

Coffee Grounds in Your Garden Soil From Master Gardener David Wall

March 17, 2024 – Many of you use your “used” coffee grounds for fertilizer in your gardens. You like the results but have to experiment to find the best way to do so. Used coffee grounds for fertilizer is not exactly a new idea. Additionally, many of you put coffee grounds in your compost piles where it mixes with other organic contents, eventually resulting in great soil additives. It must be noted, however, that this is done...

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Paris District Road Report for Week of March 18, 2024
Mar16

Paris District Road Report for Week of March 18, 2024

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 18, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...

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Christus Health: Importance of Pulmonary Rehab for Lung Patients
Mar15

Christus Health: Importance of Pulmonary Rehab for Lung Patients

March 15, 2024 – (SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is championing the importance of rehabilitation programs for lung patients in recognition of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week. Initiated by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week aims to educate the community about the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in enhancing the quality of life of individuals with...

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A Second Cup of Coffee with Guest Steve Killian from Cooper Lake from March 12th
Mar15

A Second Cup of Coffee with Guest Steve Killian from Cooper Lake from March 12th

March 15, 2024 – In another interview with Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian on A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark and Steve discuss such topics as the upcoming eclipse, the need for volunteers, the changing of the seasons, and more. Be sure to check out the segment filmed at the KSST studios on March 12, 2024, below! Cooper Lake State Park Sunset...

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