Billy Don Campbell
September 30, 1966 — March 9, 2026 Mr. Billy Don Campbell passed away at his residence on Monday, March 9, 2026. Billy Campbell was born on September 30, 1966, in Dallas, Texas to Joy D. and Tommie Lee (Cathey) Campbell. He married Joyce (Taylor) Campbell on September 1, 2000, in Hopkins County, Texas. Billy was a family man and good friend to everyone he met. He loved to go coon hunting. He especially loved to spend time with his...
Think Twice Before Purchasing High-End Items on Facebook
March 10, 2026 – Authorities are reminding consumers to be cautious when shopping online after a recent counterfeit goods investigation in North Texas revealed how widespread fake products can be on social media marketplaces. Police in Rowlett recently seized more than 62,000 suspected counterfeit luxury items after receiving a tip about merchandise being sold during Facebook Live streams. Investigators say the products were...
Angel Leigh Freeman
January 16, 1963 ~ March 5, 2026 (age 63) Angel Leigh Freeman (Arnold), who was born on January 16, 1963, in Kansas City, Kansas. Angel’s journey took her from San Jose, California, where she grew up alongside her older sister Christina and younger brother Larry, to many places where she built a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion. After graduating from Leland High School (San Jose, CA) in 1981 and earning...
Georgia Finch
September 1, 1957 — March 7, 2026 Sulphur Springs Georgia Finch, age 68, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away at Sunny Springs Nursing Home on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Georgia Finch was born on September 1, 1957, in Mississippi. Those who knew her will always remember her for her bubbly smile and warm spirit. It was often said that to know Georgia was to love her, as she had a natural way of bringing joy and kindness to everyone she...
Lake Fork Fishing Cheat Charged
March 10, 2026 – A fishing tournament at Lake Fork Texas ended in controversy after game wardens say an angler was arrested for allegedly placing weights inside a bass in an attempt to increase its weight during a competition. According to Texas Game Wardens, officials in Wood County were contacted Sunday, March 8, by organizers of the Lake Fork Lure Co. Tournament after concerns were raised about a fish presented during the...
Stephen Adren Rhodes
December 2, 1955 ~ March 7, 2026 (age 70) Stephen Adren “Steve” Rhodes, age 70, of Yantis, Texas, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Tyler, Texas. Steve was born on December 2, 1955 in Greenville, Texas to Burt Rhodes and Dorothy Braziel Rhodes. He grew up in Greenville and Emory Texas, and is a graduate of Rains High School who also attended East Texas State University. On July 29, 1983, Steve...
Sideoats and Bluebonnets
March 8, 2026 – As spring approaches, roadsides across Texas will soon begin filling with colorful wildflowers, part of a natural display that has become a signature of the state’s landscape. Officials say the Lone Star State is home to more than 5,000 species of wildflowers, many of which thrive along highways thanks to careful roadside management. Sideoats Grama is the State Grass of Texas. It is a warm season grass growing...
Spreading Our Wings Update
March 9, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is working with the local non-profit hospital, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs (CMF-SS), to raise funding to outfit the hospital’s surgical wing. Recent gifts to the campaign bring the total raised or pledged to almost $900,000. Donations are accepted via several means, including cash, donor-advised funds (DAF), pledges, and...
Chinese New Year Lanterns Blamed for Two Homes Destroyed
March 9, 2026 – Fire officials in Mesquite say an airborne floating lantern is believed to have sparked a large residential fire that destroyed two homes Friday night. The Mesquite Fire Department responded to the blaze around 8 p.m. in the area of Peachtree and Bruton roads. When firefighters arrived, they found two nearby homes fully engulfed in flames. Crews worked quickly to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, March 8, 2026
Hey friends! As I was driving through town today, I realized that I was seeing things so much more clearly out my front windshield than I had been. You see, about a year ago I bought my car. It was brand new. I was so thankful for this blessing. You see I had never owned anything brand new before! Nor had I ever been able to pick something out that I wanted. I had always just went along with whatever my...
