A Plea For Food Donations for Hopkins County Community Chest
September 11, 2025 – Keri Osborne is once again organizing a food drive to support the Hopkins County Community Chest in Sulphur Springs.
Health Care Foundation Announces 2026 Gala Project
September 11, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation, an IRS nonprofit organization, is proud to announce its funding project to benefit from the 2026 Gala proceeds.The board of directors has approved a $250,000 donation from the 2026 Gala proceeds to purchase new medical equipment for the surgical wing expansion at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The Foundation is also...
Dallas Turbeville Sr
May 20, 1945 — September 9, 2025 Sulphur Springs Dallas Turbeville, age 80 of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at his residence. Dallas was born on May 20, 1945, in Baskin, Louisiana to Edgar and Clara (Spillers) Turbeville. He enjoyed working in his yard and garden. Dallas was an avid reader. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dallas was a very generous and loving...
COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ADVOCATES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT SUBMISSIONS ON RESTORING AMERICAN SEAFOOD COMPETITIVENESS
September 11, 2025 – AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller highlighted an opportunity to shape the future of our American seafood industry. NOAA Fisheries has opened a public comment period on President Trump’s Executive Order, “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness.” Particularly in Texas, where the seafood industry has struggled, Commissioner Miller is urging those with feedback to submit public comments as...
Governor Abbott Orders Flags Lowered To Honor Charlie Kirk
September 10, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott today directed all state government buildings to lower the United States and Texas flags to half-staff, in accordance with President Donald J. Trump’s proclamation honoring the memory of Charlie Kirk. Flags should be returned to full-staff at sunset on Sunday, September 14, 2025. The Governor released the following statement earlier today after the news of Kirk’s...
New Restrictions on Texas THC Sales Effective Immediately
September 11, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order Wednesday placing new restrictions on intoxicating THC products after lawmakers failed to reach agreement during two special sessions. The order, effective immediately, bans the sale of THC products to anyone under 21 and requires ID checks for all purchases. Retailers are also prohibited from operating within 1,000 feet of schools or churches. Key Provisions...
Fall Festival at the Encounter Church in Dike
September 10, 2025 – Join the folks at Encounter Church in Dike, Tx on October 26 for Fall Fun.
Food Drive Benefiting Community Chest
September 10, 2025 – Donate food to Hopkins County Community Chest during a food drive ending October 11. There are several location where you donations can be dropped.
Governor Abbott Signs Rural Health Sustainability Legislation
September 10, 2025 | Austin, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott addressed more than 350 healthcare leaders and advocates at the Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals (TORCH) fall conference in Austin, where he ceremonially signed two major pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening healthcare in rural communities: House Bill 18 and House Bill 3000. “The hardworking people in rural Texas provide the food, fuel, and fiber...
Governor Abbott, Secretary McMahon Discuss Texas’ Educational Freedom
September 10, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott recently held a meeting with U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon to discuss the 89th legislative session wins for Texas parents, students, and educators. During the meeting, Governor Abbott highlighted the monumental steps Texas has taken to make our state No. 1 in educating children. He noted that Texas parents, students, and educators now have more opportunities to reach...
