Progreso CBP Officers Arrest Two Men Accused of Engaging in Sex Crimes With Minors
September 4, 2024 – DONNA, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assigned to the Progreso Port of Entry apprehended two men wanted in Hidalgo County on two separate felony outstanding warrants for sex-related offenses involving minors. “Day after day, CBP officers work diligently to help make our communities safe. They remain vigilant and collaborate with other law enforcement agencies to make arrests of this...
Researchers Discover an Antibody Able to Neutralize all Known Variants of SARS-CoV-2
September 4, 2024 – As part of a new study on hybrid immunity to the virus, the large, multi-institution research team led by The University of Texas at Austin discovered and isolated a broadly neutralizing plasma antibody, called SC27, from a single patient. Using technology developed over several years of research into antibody response, the team led by UT engineers and scientists obtained the exact molecular sequence of the...
Joy of Hope Concert October 5th, 2024
September 4, 2024 – Joy of Hope, INC is presenting a community sing along gospel concert. It all takes place at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Admission is free, and donations will be accepted. For more information, contact Johnny Wheat 214 803 5552. It is scheduled for October 5, 2024 starting at 3PM. Hopkins County Regional Civic Center
Texas Game Wardens Offer Tips for a Safe, Enjoyable Dove Hunt
AUSTIN – The 2024 season opened Sept. 1 and hunters have much to look forward to, with significant increases in both mourning and white-wing dove populations. While hunters prepare to take to the field for their shot at the most popular game bird in North America, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Game Wardens have some recommendations for a memorable but safe experience. Have valid hunting licenses, stamps and permits:...
Like Father, Like Son
Sept. 3, 2024 – by Ray Pedraza – PHARR, TX — For Daniel Garcia, civil engineering is a family tradition. Garcia is the director of construction for TxDOT in Pharr, a position which his dad once held for many years. “Essentially in my capacity, I oversee construction operations for the Pharr District,” Garcia said. “That includes the construction work in our three area offices. That also includes overseeing our district...
San Diego Border Patrol Flies Illegal Aliens to Texas
A California official is warning that illegal aliens are being flown from San Diego to McAllen on taxpayers’ dime. Will Biagini – September 3, 2024 The city of San Diego, California, has reportedly been overrun by illegal aliens. Now, they are being flown into Texas. San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond sounded the alarm on the social media platform X. He asserted that because Border Patrol facilities in San Diego have...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Makes Good on Promise, Sues Bexar County
September 4, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Bexar County Commissioners Court after it voted to enact an unlawful program that would mass-mail voter registration applications to residents regardless of whether those residents have requested such an application or are even eligible to vote. On September 3, the Bexar County Commissioners Court voted in favor of a new program that would hire a third-party vendor...
Live Oak Environmental Services Change Trash Pickup Day
September 3, 2024 – Trash pickup day has changed for Hopkins County Residents. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve our service efficiency and ensure timely and reliable service for all our valued customers, we are going through a reroute process. Thursday will be your service day beginning the week of September 1, 2024. If this is not a change to your current service day, please disregard this message. If you experience...
Upcoming Free Mammography Clinic Sponsored by the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is making plans for their fifthannual free mammography clinic to benefit uninsured Hopkins County women over the age of 40. The clinic is made possible through direct donations and proceeds from Designer Handbag Bingo. The October clinic is available to the first 60 women who call to make an appointment. The dates so far are Friday, October 4, Monday, October 7, and...
Texas Senate Bill 1841 Now in Effect; Grants Rights to Victims of ‘Dating Violence’
September 3, 2024 – This month, Senate Bill 1841 went into full effect for the State of Texas. The bill gives survivors of dating violence access to family violence centers. It also clearly defines dating violence as someone in a dating relationship who causes physical harm, makes someone fear for their safety, or suffers emotional abuse. Senate Bill 1841 amends the Human Resources Code to update provisions relating to...
