James Raley
Mr. James Raley, age 89 of Winnsboro, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2018 in Winnsboro. He was born on January 6, 1929 in Cartwright to the late Luther Raley and Eula Shoemaker Raley. He a retired electrician with Trane. He was preceded in death by parents, step son, Robbie Hill. He is survived by his wife, Opal Raley; daughters, Becky Stallar and husband Gerry, Toni Beasley and husband Ricky; step daughter-in-law, Carolyn Hill;...
Sherry McAlexander
Sherry McAlexander, age 65 of Omaha, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2018 in Tyler. She was born on March 18, 1952 in Dallas to the late Joe Hallman and Lillian Havens Hallman. She is survived by, her mother, Lillian McCollum of Omaha, TX; daughters, Christy Carden and her husband Tommy of Winnsboro, Regena King of Winnsboro; brothers, David “Bubba” Hallman of Winnsboro, Randy Hallman of Canadian, TX; sister, Kathy...
Dinner Bell Menu For February 14, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU CELEBRATE– Dinner Bell Anniversary (starting our 7th year) and Valentine’s Day February 14, 2018 Hopkins-Rains County Farm Bureau this week’s Community Partner. Meat Loaf and Gravy (served at our first meal on February 1, 2012) Mashed Potatoes Cheesy Green Beans Yeast Rolls and Butter Garden Salad Strawberry Cake (to honor St. Valentine) Pudding with Strawberry Filling (also to celebrate February 14, sugar...
No State Highways in Hopkins County Closed Due to Weather Conditions At 8 a.m. Sunday
According to the TxDOT (Texas Department of Transportation) highway conditions and closure map, as of 8 a.m. there are no state roadways in the Hopkins County area closed to traffic due to weather conditions. Overnight drizzle and freezing rain have created problems in some areas so slow speeds and utilizing safe driving skills are advised.
Sunday Forecast
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: 30% chance of precipitation with slight chance of freezing rain and sleet; High: 36; Low: 29; Wind Northwest 10-15 mph, gusting to 25
Winter Weather Advisory Includes Hopkins and Surrounding Counties
From midnight to noon Sunday, freezing rain overnight with total ice accumulations of a light glaze to a few hundredths of an inch are expected in areas along and north of a line from Athens to Temple. The Hopkins County area is included in the advisory. A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of freezing rain will cause traffic difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving....
Senior Night Game Provides Wildcats Opportunity to Secure District Title
The #14 ranked Wildcats’ basketball team took another step toward a district championship as they defeated Greenville, 75-42 on the road Friday night. The Wildcats can wrap up a rare district championship Tuesday night at home on senior night against Hallsville. The Wildcats build a lead throughout the night outscoring the Lions in each quarter. It was 18-9 after one quarter, 34-20 at halftime, 52-31 after three quarters and...
Lady Cats Basketball Plays Poteet in Bi-District Monday
The Texas High Lady Tigers made some key plays down the stretch to squeeze by the #14 ranked Lady Cats’ basketball team, 64-61 at Paris Friday night to take the top seed in the district in the playoffs. Texas High will play Highland Park. The Lady Cats, a second seed, will meet Mesquite Poteet in a bi-district game Monday at 7 p.m. at Emory Rains. With the Lady Cats up by 2 points in the game’s final seconds, Texas High...
Alvarez, Tavera Hat-tricks Assure Wildcat Soccer Win
The Wildcats’ soccer team scored early and often in a 10-1 romp over Texas High Friday night at Prim Stadium. Johnathan Alvarez and Angel Tavera had three goal hat tricks. Kevin Yanez scored two goals. Alex Diosdado and Eduardo Ramirez had one goal each. Tavera, D.J. Abron and Enrique Arellano had one assist apiece. The Wildcats improved to 2-1 in district play. Their season record is now 9-7. The Wildcats have a bye next...
Lady Cat Soccer Remains Unbeaten in District Play
The Lady Cats’ soccer team remained unbeaten in district play as they defeated Texas High, 3-1 in Texarkana Friday night. The match was tied at the half, 1-1 but the Lady Cats scored two unanswered goals in the second half. The match marked the first meeting between the Lady Cats and their former coach Jesus DeLeon, now the Texas High Coach. The Lady Cats got a free kick goal from Jo McMillan, a goal from Mileena Zirretta...
