Attorney General Ken Paxton Detains Fifty Illegal Aliens in Raids Throughout the Houston Area
January 7, 2026 – Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Criminal Investigation Division recently detained fifty illegal aliens during continued operational activity in the Houston metropolitan area and turned them over to federal authorities for deportation proceedings. “Texas has been invaded by foreign illegals who rob Americans of their safety and opportunity,” said Attorney General Paxton. “Under the corrupt Biden Administration,...
Kristopher Allen Karl
October 20, 1951 — January 3, 2026 Kristopher Allen Karl, age 74 of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Sulphur Springs Health and Rehabilitation. He was born on October 20, 1951, in Kittanning, Pennsylvania to Lawrence O. and Judith (Green) Karl. Kris is survived by his wife, Susie Karl; daughter, Kelly Karl; brothers, Lawrence Karl III, John Karl and his wife Debbie, Thomas Karl, Robert Karl, and Tim...
Texas Hits Historic Highs For Texans Working, Total Labor Force
January 7, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott today touted the strength of the Texas economy as the state set new records for the number of Texans working and the size of the Texas labor force. Texas also continues to grow jobs at a faster annual rate than the U.S. as a whole based on November employment data. “Texas offers boundless opportunities for hardworking Texans and innovative entrepreneurs to thrive,” said Governor...
Screwworm Threat Adds New Concern to Texas’ Feral Hog Problem
January 6, 2026 – By Emmy Powell – An invasive species that already costs Texas billions each year is now tied to an even greater threat. Feral hogs, with a population that continues to explode across the state, could play a role in the spread of New World screwworm, heightening concerns for livestock and wildlife. They cause an estimated $1.6 billion in annual agricultural losses across 13 states. “Feral hogs destroy...
Curtis Tippit
December 10, 1958 — January 4, 2026 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Curtis Tippit, age 67 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Hart Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Mr. Tippit passed away on January 4, 2026 at UT Southwestern – Dallas. Curtis Tippit
Roy McGahee
December 29, 1946 — January 5, 2026 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Roy McGahee, age 79 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Johnny Darrow officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park with Todd Malone, Chad Rawson, John Ballard, Spencer McQueen, Eric Santjer serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. on...
Dama R. Kirkpatrick
April 10, 1932 — January 5, 2026 Sulphur Springs Graveside service for Dama R. Kirkpatrick, age 93 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 1:00P.M. on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Restlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 11:30 to 12:30P.M. at Murray-Orwosky Funereal Home. Mrs. Kirkpatrick passed away on January 5, 2026 at Carriage House Manor. With our condolences.
Susan Putnam
June 3, 1961 — January 1, 2026 Emory Susan Putnam, 64, of Emory, Texas, passed away on January 1, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Born June 3, 1961, in Toledo, Ohio, Susan was a loving and supportive wife, an incredible mother and grandmother, and a steady presence in the lives of those around her. Her family was the center of her world, and she found joy in the playfulness and laughter of children, the grounding...
Abbott Orders Statewide Investigation Into Possible Child Care Funding Fraud
January 6, 2026 – AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott has directed multiple Texas state agencies to launch investigations into potential fraud involving taxpayer-funded child care programs, signaling a crackdown on misuse of public funds. In a letter sent Monday, Abbott instructed the Texas Workforce Commission to work alongside the Health and Human Services Commission to strengthen anti-fraud efforts and investigate any indications...
JoAnn Kell
Funeral Service for JoAnn Kell, age 84, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Hope Family Fellowship. Interment will follow the service at Restlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at West Oaks Funeral Home. JoAnn passed away on January 2, 2026 in Sulphur Springs, Texas Full obituary forthcoming. Arrangements are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home....
