COVID-19 Update: Disaster Declaration Extended, Governor’s ‘Stay At Home, Stay Safe’ Order Clarified
Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsom today extended the disaster declaration for Hopkins County to match the Executive Order issued by Governor Greg Abbott due to COVID-19 on Tuesday. Hopkins County Emergency Management Team during their COVID-19 update clarified the order stay at home and stay safe order, which is different than a shelter at home order. Judge Robert Newsom While the Governor’s Executive Order goes into effect at...
Cumby City Council Did Not Adopt Proposed Ordinance Regarding Executive Order Violations
Cumby City Council Tuesday night after discussion opted not to adopt the proposed “Ordinance 2020-04-01 authorizing law enforcement officer to perform traffic stops for any violation of executive order(s) issued by the Governor of the State of Texas declaring a state of disaster,” such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The ordinance, as proposed, would have given city the police department the authority to enforce the rules and...
Agrilife: The “Road” to Food Safety
Handling Food Safely on the Road V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N! Oh, how we long for that eight letter word every summer, when millions of us eagerly get away from school and work. We take to the road in cars or recreational vehicles; live on boats; relax in beach or mountain vacation homes; and camp…or simply stay at home and make daily excursions in or around our hometowns. No matter where we go or what we do, there is a common denominator that...
Stay Connected in Healthy Ways by Johanna Hicks
Technology brings many benefits to our lives. However, excessive screen time can create a flat, one-dimensional existence. While technology is great for some types of communication, it is no substitute for real-world, face-to-face connection. You have probably heard the question, “Do you control your devices or are they starting to control you?” In a culture where everyone seems more “connected” than ever, how can we nurture real...
Paris District Road Report for Week of July 1, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting July 1, 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 as...
Wildfires Affect America’s Farms and Ranches by Mario Villarino
Wildfires affect America’s farms and ranches, damaging and destroying homes, barns, agriculture production facilities, crops and livestock. By the time this article gets to your hands, twelve wildfires are occurring in Texas at different stages of development. Much of this damage can be avoided, or at least minimized, if a few precautions are taken to minimize the risk and spread of wildfires. I. BEFORE Precautions should be taken...
Houseguest Wields Machete: Arrested with 10 grams of Meth
April 20, 2023 – Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a welfare concern around 6pm on Wednesday. The concerned homeowner told deputies that a houseguest, given permission to stay at the residence for a few weeks, was acting strange. The homeowner reported PEREZ-ENCIZO, ROSALIO, age 39, was climbing trees, hiding in bushes and wielding a machete. Deputies attempt to locate the accused behind the residence. Once...
Town Hall Meeting Scheduled Oct. 4 At FBC’s The ROC For SSISD Bond Election Discussion
Another Town Hall meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022, at First Baptist Church’s The ROC, 116 Putman St, with Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Michael Lamb and Trustee Robert Cody slated to discuss the SSISD bond election with the community. Anyone who has questions or comments about the bond proposal is encouraged to attend the meeting for answers and additional information. The SSISD Board of Trustees on...
CHRISTUS Offers Comprehensive Inpatient Rehab, Outpatient Physical Therapy
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News By Jennifer Heitman, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Sulphur Springs, Texas, September 26, 2022 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. The CARE Unit: Inpatient Rehabilitation We at CHRISTUS are proud...
Hopkins County Hospital District Board Recommends Lower Tax Rate, Reviews Finances
Hopkins County Hospital District Board of Directors in their regular meeting Thursday evening recommended a tax rate for the 2022-2023 tax year that is roughly 2.5 cents less than the current tax rate and reviewed finances. Proposed Tax Rate The hospital district’s tax rate was 25-cents for several years. The tax rate decreased to 22-cents per $100 property valuation. The most it could be without having to have voter approval...