Laurence Earl Franklin
Laurence Earl Franklin, age 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Dallas, Texas.Born on September 13, 1954, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, Laurence was the beloved son of the late David and Shirley Franklin. He spent his early years in Sulphur Springs before relocating to Irving, Texas, in the late 1980s, where he became an active and valued member of the community, especially through his dedication to coaching youth...
John Wesley Wilburn
Sulphur Springs John Wesley Wilburn, 59, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs with Brother Damon Wilks officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park with Larry Jay Temples, Andy Owens, Danny Wilburn, Kris Koon, Ronald Lewis, Rudy Ellis, Robert Buster, Ed Moore, Kerry Moore,...
Texas Drops Heartland Flyer From Budget
April 28, 2025 – Across America, demand for more passenger trains is growing. Trains offer a sustainable, affordable, and convenient alternative to crowded highways and airports, connecting communities large and small. Yet despite these clear benefits, funding for vital rail services remains inconsistent. A striking example is the Heartland Flyer, a popular route linking Oklahoma City to Fort Worth, Texas. This train is a result...
Janet Wheeler
Funeral services for Janet Wheeler of Sulphur Springs will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Pete McNabb officiating. Interment will follow at Sulphur Springs City Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., at West Oaks Funeral Home. Janet Wheeler was born on January 8, 1935 in Sulphur Springs, Hopkins County, Texas to Earl Perkins and Bernese...
Report Shows Monthly Cost of Medical Care for Illegal Aliens in Texas
April 28, 2025 – Newly released data shows that illegal aliens cost Texas taxpayers $121.8 million in hospital fees in just one month. The figure comes from a directive issued by Governor Greg Abbott last year, ordering the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to collect and report the financial burden that illegal immigration places on the state’s hospital system. This data is the first installment of monthly...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, April 28, 2025
Hey friends. Let me just share some truth with you today! Read with me. Psalms 24:7-10 “Open up, ancient gates!Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter.Who is the King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty; the Lord, invincible in battle.Open up, ancient gates!Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter.Who is the King of glory? The Lord of Heaven’s Armies— he is the King of glory.Interlude”As I...
Uber Drivers Can Now Accepts Cash Payments, in Certain Cities, on Certain Service Levels
April 25, 2025 – Yes, it is possible to pay for an Uber ride with cash in certain areas where the feature is supported. In these locations, riders can select “Cash” as their payment method within the app before requesting a ride. Once the ride is complete, the rider simply pays the driver directly in cash, making it a convenient option for those without access to digital payment methods or who prefer using cash. However, the...
Miller Grove Cemetery Memorial Day Service 2025
April 25, 2025 – The Miller Give Cemetery will be having it’s annual Memorial Day Service the first Saturday in May. The service will start on May 3rd, 2025 at 11:00AM. at the Miller Grove Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome to bring lunch and join us for dinner on the grounds. Hope to see you there!
Federal Agents Now Make ‘Welfare Checks’ on Migrant Children
April 25, 2025 – Federal agents are conducting “welfare checks” on unaccompanied migrant children in North Texas, a move that has sparked concern among families and immigration advocates. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) states that these checks aim to verify the safety and well-being of minors who entered the U.S. without a parent or guardian and are now living with sponsors. However, the involvement of...
Bill to Guarantee Texas Inmates A/C by 2032 Advances
April 24, 2025 – A Texas House panel has approved House Bill 3006, mandating the installation of air conditioning in all state prisons by the end of 2032. Introduced by Rep. Terry Canales (D-Edinburg), the bill proposes a phased implementation, limiting expenditures to $100 million every two years and permitting the use of inmate labor to reduce costs. This legislative move follows a federal judge’s recent ruling that...
