Texas Rangers Home Opener Today
April 3, 2026 – The Texas Rangers’ 2026 home opener is Friday, April 3, against the Cincinnati Reds at Globe Life Field in Arlington, with a 3:05 p.m. CT first pitch. The game is the start of a six-game homestand featuring pregame ceremonies and a magnetic schedule giveaway for the first 30,000 fans. Parking lots open at 10 a.m. and stadium gates open at noon. This marks the 55th home opener in franchise history and the...
Memory Shortage Threatens Timeline for New Texas Data Centers
April 3, 2026 – A surge in artificial intelligence infrastructure is creating a global shortage of memory chips, raising new concerns about whether proposed data centers—including those in rural Texas—can be fully built and operational in the near term. Industry estimates indicate that major technology companies such as Microsoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Meta, Alphabet (Google Cloud), and Apple have already secured roughly...
UPRA Rodeo Coming to Hopkins County April 17th and 18th
April 2, 2026 – The 46th Annual UPRA Rodeo brought you by the UPRA Hall of Fame Hopkins County Rodeo Committee. April 17th and 18th at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Discount Tickets on sale at Circle E Western Store!!!! See y’all there!!!
Big Tex Urban Farms Marks 10 Years, Surpasses 2 Million Servings for South Dallas
April 2, 2026 – DALLAS, Texas — Big Tex Urban Farms, the State Fair of Texas’ year-round agricultural initiative, is celebrating its 10th anniversary after reaching a major milestone: more than 2 million servings of fresh produce donated to South Dallas communities. Homegrown Food Justice – We believe in a Dallas where food deserts no longer exist. Where every family, regardless of zip code, has equitable access to...
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Highlights Pecan Industry During National Pecan Month
April 2, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is calling attention to one of the state’s most iconic crops as April marks National Pecan Month, recognizing the economic and cultural importance of pecans across the Lone Star State. Miller praised Texas growers, processors, and farming families for their role in maintaining the state’s position as a leading producer. Texas ranks third nationally in...
Rain Overnight: More Expected on Saturday
April 2, 2026 – SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas — Rainfall over the past 24 hours brought measurable moisture to Hopkins County, with as much as 0.30 inches recorded overnight, offering a modest boost to soil conditions but continuing a pattern of unsettled spring weather. Light rain moved through the Sulphur Springs area late Wednesday into early Thursday, accompanied by cloudy skies and mild temperatures. While the rainfall totals were...
Debate Emerges Over Islamic Content in Texas Social Studies Curriculum
April 2, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — A renewed debate over what should be taught in Texas classrooms is taking shape as the State Board of Education (SBOE) prepares to review potential updates to social studies standards. Muslim advocacy groups are expected to push for expanded inclusion of Islamic history and perspectives, arguing that current curriculum proposals do not adequately or accurately represent the role of Islam in world...
Anglers Catch Hundreds of Record-Setting Fish in 2025
April 1, 2026 – ATHENS – Anglers from Texas and across the nation set numerous fishing records in Texas waters via the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Angler Recognition Program (ARP) in 2025. The angler with the most 2025 catch awards was Charles Dewey of Universal City with 52. He averaged an incredible, one record per week, with most of his submissions being uncommonly targeted species that include common carp...
Donna Hooten
December 26, 1951 — March 31, 2026 Memorial service for Donna Hooten, age 74, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Buddy Wiggins officiating. Mrs. Hooten passed away at Carriage House Manor on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Donna Hooten
Texas Rangers Broadcast Time Delayed Today
April 1, 2026 – The Texas Rangers Broadcast for the game on Wednesday April 1th will be slightly delayed. KSST will join the Rangers already in progress, just after the noon news, at 12:56 PM.
