Joe Douglas
August 24, 1933 — January 8, 2026 Keller Joe was born on August 24, 1933 in Ft. Towson, Oklahoma to Walter Lee and Ellie (Legget) Douglas. He married Shirley Ann Warrell on July 14, 1961 in Dallas, Texas. Joe was a veteran of the United States Army. He retired from being a mechanic, where he specialized working on trucks and trailers. Joe was a member of the Southside Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Troy...
Toby Boatman
Funeral service for Toby Boatman, age 63 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with B.J. Teer officiating and Daryl Roach assisting. Interment will follow at Weaver Cemetery with Will Smartt, Jeff Caldwell, Wendel Grimes, Monte Gibson, Jerry Riley, and Walt Gamblin serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held form 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Monday, January 12, 2026...
City of Cumby Issues Emergency 7-Day Burn Ban Due to Elevated Fire Danger
January 9, 2026 – Cumby, Texas — January 9, 2026 — The City of Cumby has issued an emergency 7-day burn ban, effective immediately, due to elevated fire danger and ongoing dry weather conditions. The burn ban was issued on January 9, 2026, to protect lives, property, and public safety within the city limits. Burn Ban Restrictions During the duration of the emergency order, the following activities are strictly...
Neighboring Hunt County Institutes Burn Ban
January 9, 2026 – Hopkins County has yet to issue a burn ban this fall, but our neighboring county to the west issued one today. Residents of Hunt County are now prohibited from outdoor burning. Hunt County residents are asked to be particularly mindful of any equipment or outdoor work that may cause a spark or ignition source that could go unnoticed. High winds can cause grassfires to spread very quickly and can cause...
Governor Abbott Announces $30,000 Reward For Information On Commissioner Betancourt Shooting
January 8, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $30,000 for information leading to the arrest of Reynaldo Mata-Rios. Eddy Betancourt was found deceased on December 27, 2025, and on the following day, the McAllen Police Department issued a warrant for Mata-Rios’ arrest for murder. Betancourt was the vice chairman of the Hidalgo...
Commissioner Sid Miller Praises Texas Fluoride Settlement Protecting Children
January 9, 2026 – AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is applauding a recent settlement secured by Attorney General Ken Paxton that requires clearer and more responsible marketing of children’s fluoride toothpaste. In a statement released January 9, 2026, Miller praised Paxton for prioritizing children’s health and standing up for Texas parents. The settlement requires Procter & Gamble, the maker of Crest...
Judy Gayle Lawrence
August 5, 1955 — January 5, 2026 Ft. Worth Graveside service for Judy Gayle Lawrence, 70 of Ft Worth, Texas will be held at 11:00A.M. on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at North Hopkins Cemetery with Jessica Buchanan officiating. Pallbearers will be Jason Goodwin, Kevin Swain, Drake Derousse, and Freddie Wallace. There will be no formal visitation. Mrs. Lawrence passed away on January 05, 2026. Judy was born August 5, 1955, in Dallas, TX....
Delta County Enacts Burn Ban This Week
January 7, 2026 – DELTA COUNTY IS CURRENTLY UNDER A BURN BAN. An emergency 7-day burn ban is in effect for unincorporated areas of Delta County, Texas, as of January 7, 2026, due to elevated wildfire risk The Commissioners Court will review this ban on January 13, 2026, to decide on extending or lifting it. Open burning is prohibited, though some exceptions for contained, non-commercial cooking may apply. Key Details: ...
‘Cedar Fever’ Time Once Gain
January 8, 2026 – North Texans battling runny noses, itchy eyes, and relentless sneezing may have a familiar culprit to blame this time of year: mountain cedar. Often mistaken for a lingering cold or the aftermath of holiday gatherings, mountain cedar allergies typically peak during the winter months, especially from December through February. The tree, also known as Ashe juniper, releases large amounts of pollen that can travel...
Paxton Secures Agreement with Crest Manufacturer to Protect Children from Excessive Fluoride Exposure
January 8, 2026 – AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has reached a major agreement with Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company, the maker of Crest toothpaste, aimed at protecting children from potential health risks linked to excessive fluoride exposure. The agreement requires P&G to update the marketing and packaging of Crest children’s toothpaste to accurately depict the recommended amount of fluoride...
