John R. “Randy” Caraway
January 15, 1953 — May 17, 2026 Tyler Memorial service for John R. “Randy” Caraway, age 73, of Tyler, Texas, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Marvin Methodist Church in Tyler, Texas, with Dr. Doug Baker officiating. Interment will be at the United States Air Force Academy cemetery in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Mr. Caraway passed away at Christus Mother Frances in Tyler, Texas, on Sunday, May 17, 2026. John R....
Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Hears from Amy Newsom, APRN, FNP-C
May 20, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group welcomedguest speaker Amy Newsom, APRN, FNP-C, at its meeting on May 11. Newsom thanked the women for joining the group and for offering themselves as a resource for others, emphasizing the impact of being there for one another. “Support is so important. Whether your cancer journey began years ago or a few months ago, everyone has their own...
Official Media Statement: Missing Kayaker Recovered from West Bay, May 18
May 20, 2026 – GALVESTON – Texas Game Wardens and partner agencies recovered the body of a missing kayaker in West Bay on Monday, May 18. The search began after two adult brothers launched kayaks in West Bay on the evening of Sunday, May 17. Neither was wearing a life jacket when one of the kayaks capsized. One brother was able to make it back to shore, but the other did not resurface. Texas Game Wardens, along with local, state...
U.S. Secures $17 Billion Agriculture Deal with China, Boosting Texas Farmers
AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is praising Donald Trump following a newly announced agreement in which China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion annually in U.S. agricultural products over the next three years. The deal, announced May 19, 2026, includes renewed soybean purchase agreements and expanded market access for American beef and poultry exports. According to officials, the agreement is aimed at...
ALL ABOARD: Union Pacific’s “Big Boy” No. 4014 Embarks on Historic Coast-to-Coast Tour
CHEYENNE, WY — Union Pacific has officially launched its highly anticipated 2026 steam locomotive tour, sending the legendary “Big Boy” No. 4014 on a massive cross-country journey. Moving in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the first-ever coast-to-coast tour is drawing massive crowds of railfans eager to witness the golden age of steam power in action. After completing a successful western leg through...
The Foundation Extends Its Sincere Appreciation to the Community
May 18, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 20 th Anniversary Gala, held on May 9, was a night to remember! From past Gala chairs and former Foundation director,Jackie Thornton, kicking off the event, to the record-setting donations received as part of the Giving Moment, it was a fun and impactful celebration. The reason for the night’s success is due to the generosity of this...
Meal-A-Day Sulphur Springs To Host its Annual Fourth of July Celebration
May 19, 2026 – A community-focused nonprofit in Northeast Texas is gearing up to celebrate Independence Day with a family-friendly event aimed at both fun and service. Meal-A-Day Sulphur Springs will host its annual Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sulphur Springs Senior Center parking lot, located at 301 Oak Avenue. Organizers say the event is designed to bring the community together...
Susan “Diane” Livsey
October 2, 1942 — May 16, 2026 Susan Diane Smith Livsey (known as Momma and Grammie to her family) of Overton, TX, passed peacefully in her sleep into the waiting arms of Jesus on Friday, May 15, 2026. Born October 2, 1942, to Jacob Weldon Smith, Sr. and Susie Marietta (Lyle) in Longview TX, Diane spent her first few years in the East Texas oil patch while her father served in the United States Army during World War II. Later she...
Paxton Wins in Antimicrobial Pesticide Complaint
May 19, 2026 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a sweeping settlement with grocery giant Albertsons this week, ending a controversial practice involving the misting of organic produce with a synthetic antimicrobial solution in stores across the state. The agreement follows a months-long investigation launched in January 2026 amid concerns that consumers were unknowingly purchasing organic fruits and vegetables treated...
Opinion: For the Future of Texas, Pause Data Centers
An Editorial by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller May 19, 2026 – Texas has always been a state that builds things. We farm, ranch, and produce the food, fuel, and fiber that power America. We champion growth, private enterprise, and innovation. The Lone Star State remains a global beacon of what freedom and opportunity can achieve. But Texans also demand smart, common-sense decisions. Right now, we need an honest...
