Donna Thompson
May 22, 1957 — February 5, 2026 Ridgeway Funeral service for Donna Thompson, age 68 of Ridgeway, Texas will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Bro. David Burns officiating. Interment will follow at Peerless Cemetery with Roger Thompson II, Roger Thompson III, Austin Thompson, Elijah Thompson, Ethan Thompson, and Ranger Thompson serving as pallbearers. Ryder Thompson and Wyatt Thompson...
Multi-Agency Investigation Cracks Regional Vehicle Theft Ring; Five Suspects Apprehended
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX — February 4, 2026 — A coordinated investigation between the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office and the Northeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force has led to the arrest of five individuals linked to a string of vehicle thefts and commercial burglaries spanning several North Texas cities. The investigation began on February 2, 2026, following a surge in vehicle thefts in Sulphur Springs and Greenville. Deputies and...
Lou Beth (White) Fikes
April 21, 1953 — February 4, 2026 Lou Beth Fikes, age 72 years and 10 months, passed away in the early morning hours of February 4, 2026, at AVIR (Lindale Specialty Care) in Lindale, Texas. She was a resident of Lindale and formerly lived in the Gilmer, Texas area.Lou Beth was born on April 21, 1953, to Harold and Ivy Belle (Lindley) White and was raised in a family deeply rooted in faith. She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Texas Lawmakers Lead Growing House Caucus Targeting Sharia Law
February 5, 2026 – Two Texas Republicans are spearheading a growing congressional effort aimed at opposing the influence of Sharia law in the United States, arguing that it conflicts with the nation’s constitutional principles. U.S. Reps. Keith Self of McKinney and Chip Roy of Austin formed the Sharia-Free America Caucus in December, saying the group is focused on ensuring that American laws and constitutional protections remain...
Your Chance to Win in More Ways Than One in the Online Gala Auction Pre-Sale
February 4, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Winning doesn’t get sweeter than this! Every person who bidsin the Online Gala Auction Pre-Sale is entered to win $500 cash! The auction is live on Gala2026.GiveSmart.com with something great for everyone and will close Sunday, February 8 at 9 pm. The cash drawing will take place during the Gala on May 9 and is typically reserved for attendees only. This auction provides a rare...
Texas Opens Applications For Texas Education Freedom Accounts
February 4, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today highlighted that families can now apply for the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program. Administered by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts under Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, the TEFA program gives parents greater freedom and flexibility in choosing the best educational environment for their children. “With Texas...
Cancer Support Group to Meet Monday, February 9
February 4, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group will meeton Monday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Rd. The group welcomes ladies who have or have had any type of cancer and is not limited to breast cancer. February’s guest speaker will be Markeda Fisher, retired librarian and avid reader. She will share her top book recommendations across many genres in hopes...
Paxton Demands Documents in Investigation of Austin ISD Over Student Walkouts
February 3, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has demanded documents from the Austin Independent School District as part of an investigation into whether district officials improperly facilitated student protests against federal immigration enforcement activities. The inquiry follows a series of student walkouts on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, when students from 14 AISD campuses left class during the school day...
Commissioner Miller Calls for Heifer Tax Credit to Bolster U.S. Cattle Supply, Lower Beef Prices
February 3, 2026 – Commissioner Sid Miller is responding to a recent USDA report that listed the national cattle herd at its lowest level in 75 years. This trend is alarming, but an effective beef policy, including heifer tax credits, will help producers to be more competitive and meet the nation’s food supply demands. The following statement may be attributed to Commissioner Sid Miller “The way we lower beef prices and restore...
Alert from Gafford Chapel WSC: Check Your Meter
Date: Feb 02, 2026 The water tower at Ridgeway cannot fill up. This usually means we have a large usage of water or a major leak. Please go check your meter and see if it is spinning like a large amount of water is being used. Also check with your neighbor and look for any unusual amounts of standing water. Call Daniel Romans at 903-439-5049 to report leaks.
