Carlos Ray Barela
October 31, 1956 — May 13, 2026 Graveside Service for Carlos Ray Barela, age 69 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Midway Cemetery in Talco, Texas. Visitation will be held Monday, May 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM at Tapp Funeral Home. Mr. Barela passed away on Wednesday, at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Carlos Barela was born October 31, 1956, in El Paso,...
More Texas Lawmakers Urge Pause on Massive Transmission Project Amid Growing Questions
May 14, 2026 – A growing number of Texas lawmakers are calling for a pause on one of the largest proposed energy infrastructure projects in state history, raising concerns about cost, transparency, and whether the effort is even addressing the state’s most urgent energy needs. In a newly signed letter, 25 state legislators are requesting a formal meeting with the Public Utility Commission of Texas to discuss the proposed...
FLOCK Camera Abuse Increasing Nationwide
May 14, 2026 – Texas officials are facing growing scrutiny over the use—and alleged abuse—of Flock Safety surveillance cameras, as civil liberties advocates warn the rapidly expanding technology has outpaced oversight and privacy protections. Flock cameras, which are automated license plate readers installed by police departments, homeowner associations, and private businesses, have spread across Texas in recent years....
Application Submitted For Data Center Power Station
May 14, 2026 – Chevron is seeking a massive Texas tax break for a natural gas power plant tied to the exploding energy demands of artificial intelligence data centers, according to a new report from Mother Jones. The project, led by Chevron subsidiary Energy Forge One, would supply electricity directly to a proposed data center campus in West Texas that could ultimately serve Microsoft. The company is applying under Texas’ Jobs,...
Hit the Water, Not the Headlines During National Water Safety Month
Texas Game Wardens report most incidents, fatalities preventable with basic safety measures. May 13, 2026 AUSTIN – As temperatures rise across Texas, more people will head to lakes, rivers and coastal waters to cool off. May is National Water Safety Month, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds Texans that simple precautions can prevent injuries and save lives. “In Texas, spending time on the water is part of our...
Laura Williams
January 12, 1964 — May 12, 2026 Sulphur Springs Graveside service for Laura Williams, age 62 of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Emblem Cemetery with David Burns officiating. Jared Robinson, Ronnie Wolf, Jason Williams, Joseph Shelton, Jeff Smith, and Jeremy Powell will serve as pallbearers. Jase Williams, Charles Shelton, and Richard Greer will serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation...
Connor Cemetery Homecoming May 24, 2026
May 13, 2026 – the Memorial Day Homecoming is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Connor Cemetery, located at 3621 County Road in Dike, TX. While the official meeting starts at noon, attendees are encouraged to arrive early to socialize with family and friends. Following the annual meeting, Hopkins County Stew will be served; those attending are asked to bring their own bowls and a covered dish to share with the community....
Mahoney Cemetery Association Meeting May 16th, 2026
May 13, 2026 – The Mahoney Cemetery Association will hold its upcoming meeting on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The focus of the gathering will be preparations for the cemetery’s 125th anniversary, along with planning for a homecoming celebration. Attendees will likely discuss event details, coordination efforts, and ways to honor the milestone while engaging the community in commemorating the cemetery’s long...
Beef Prices Defy Efforts to Lower Them
May 13, 2026 – The administration of Donald Trump is refining a set of executive actions aimed at easing high beef prices in the United States, according to a White House official on Tuesday. The measures, initially expected earlier in the week, have been delayed as policymakers “fine-tune” details intended to address ongoing supply shortages. The U.S. is the world’s largest beef producer and consumer, yet it is also a top...
Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony
May 13, 2026 – A Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony will be held on May 25, 2026, at 12 p.m. at VFW Post 8560, located at 1 Veterans Drive in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The event invites the community to come together in remembrance and honor of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation. Centered on reflection, gratitude, and unity, the ceremony will pay tribute to the courage and dedication...
