Governor Abbott Celebrates United States Marine Corps’ 250th Birthday
November 10, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott today joined Texas Marines, service members, and veterans to celebrate the United States Marine Corps’ (USMC) 250th birthday during a ceremony at the Texas Capitol. “We must remember that we are the mightiest country in the world because we have the mightiest military in the history of the world,” said Governor Abbott. “Marines play a crucial role in the...
Roger “HOTROD” Lyons
July 28, 1950 — November 9, 2025 Roger “HOTROD” LyonsJuly 28, 1950 — November 9, 2025Visitation for Roger “HOTROD” Lyons has been scheduled for Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM at Tapp Funeral Home. Roger passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, Texas. Roger was born on July 28, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio to Herman and Viola (White) Lyons. He married Diane Marie Lyons...
CASA Cookie Walk 2025
November 10, 2025 – Get ready for the best cookie based event of the year, the CASA Cookie Walk. Proceeds help CASA, help kids in North East Texas.
Sens. Cruz, Hyde-Smith, Capito Push to Restore Trust in USPS Amid Rising Mail Theft
November 10, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. — A coalition of Republican senators is renewing efforts to crack down on nationwide mail theft and restore public confidence in the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). As of July 13, 2025 the cost of postage increased to 78 cents for first class mail. Sen. Ted Cruz (R–Texas), along with Sens. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R–Miss.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R–W.Va.), introduced the Upholding a Secure Postal...
Did You Receive Frost Damage Last Night?
November 10, 2025 – In Hopkins County, Texas, a cold overnight stretch likely brought frost damage across exposed vegetation and tender plants. According to historical data, the overnight low dipped to 28 °F, well below the freezing mark. There are no chances of freezing temps in the near forecast for Hopkins County. Rain is slated to appear early Saturday morning. Today, skies will clear and temperatures climb into the low 50s...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Galveston ISD After It Refused to Display the Ten Commandments in Classrooms
November 10, 2025 – Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Galveston Independent School District (“ISD”) after the school’s board voted to refuse to display copies of the Ten Commandments in classrooms, in violation of Texas law. “America is a Christian nation, and it is imperative that we display the very values and timeless truths that have historically guided the success of our country,” said Attorney General Paxton. “By...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, November 9, 2025
Hey friends!! Some years are hard and if I could encourage those going through a hard time. A time where maybe like me, it feels like everything has fallen apart; nothing really makes much sense; you’re just kinda there taking things step by step and praying that the waves from the flooding storm stop crashing over you just long enough to catch your breath again. I want to encourage you that God is faithful!! ...
Wesley UMC Fall Round Up November 15
November 8, 2025 – Join Wesley United Methodist Church’s Fall Roundup on Saturday November 15,m 20245. The Fun starts at 5:30 PM. You can find the Round Up at 614 Texas St in Sulphur Springs.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Roblox for Putting Pixel Pedophiles and Profits Over the Safety of Texas Children
November 7, 2025 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Roblox Corporation, accusing the gaming giant of endangering children and prioritizing profits over safety. The complaint alleges that Roblox — one of the world’s largest online gaming platforms for children — has “flagrantly ignored” both state and federal online safety laws while misleading parents about the risks their children face. According to...
Governor Abbott, HHSC Submit Application For Rural Health Transformation Program
November 6, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott recently announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) submitted an application to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to strengthen rural health care throughout the state. As part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law by President Donald J. Trump, the Rural Health Transformation Program is allocating $50 billion in federal funding...
