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...
Alfredo Reyes
Funeral mass for Alfredo Reyes Morales age, 69 of Sulphur Springs will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, January 9, 2026, at the St. James Catholic Church with Father Victor Hernandez celebrating. Burial will follow at the IOOF Cemetery with Michael Reyes, Elizabeth Reyes, Saul Reyes, Jesus Mejia, Roberto Rivera and Alex Rivera serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 pm and Rosary will be held at 7pm. Mr. Reyes...
Larry Glenn Jones
Larry Glenn Jones, age 78, passed away on January 7, 2026 in Sulphur Springs, Texas, Services are pending. Full obituary forthcoming. Arrangements are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home. www.westoaksfuneralhome.com With our condolences.
Commissioner Miller Statement on Reset of U.S. Nutrition Policy
The following statement may be attributed to Commissioner Miller: January 8, 2026 – “President Trump has delivered a bold, long-overdue course correction for America’s health—and none of this would be happening without his decisive leadership. As a longtime friend and unwavering ally of President Trump, I’ve stood with him from day one because he fights for rural America like no one else. Real food is not a trend. It’s common...
