COMMISSIONER MILLER ACTIVATES EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO PROTECT TEXAS COTTON AND ORNAMENTAL INDUSTRIES FROM NEW INVASIVE PEST
September 9, 2025 – AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) announced immediate action in response to detections of the cotton jassid, also known as the two-spotted leafhopper (Amrasca biguttula), on hibiscus plants shipped into Texas from Costa Farms Nursery and its subsidiaries in Florida. The cotton jassid is an invasive pest that feeds on a wide range of host plants,...
Vender Wright to Speak at Lighthouse Church
September 8, 2025 – Come join us at Bible Way Lighthouse Church on Sunday September 14, 2025. At 11:00AM, listen to Speaker of the Hour, Vender Wright. There will be praise and worship. For more information call Pastor Kenneth French, 903 440 1063.
Michelleene (Mikey) DeBruler Girard
Michelleene (Mikey) DeBruler Girard, age 75, of Scroggins, Texas, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born to Franklin Bernard DeBruler and Charlotte Frances Harker DeBruler on July 13,1950, in Bremeton, Washington. Mikey married Michael Raymond Girard on July 18, 1970, in Spokane, Washington. A fiery spirit with red hair and a heart full of devotion, Mikey was a beloved mother,...
Texas School Nurses Hesitating to Provide Basic First Aid Amid New “Parental Bill of Rights”
A new Texas law, known informally as the “Parental Bill of Rights” (Senate Bill 12), mandates that schools obtain written parental consent before administering any non-emergency health-related services, including basic first aid like Band-Aids or ice packs. This requirement has left many school nurses confused and anxious. In some districts, nurses report being told not to provide even the simplest care—such as applying a...
State Fair of Texas Announces Safety & Security Measures for 2025 Event
By State Fair of Texas | September 5, 2025 The State Fair of Texas is one of the largest annual events in the world – attracting nearly 2.4 million people in 2024 and bringing an estimated economic impact of nearly $680 million to North Texas every fall. The State Fair of Texas engages leading security experts in the industry to ensure the safety of our patrons, vendors, and staff. We are constantly evaluating our...
Lawmakers fail to pass a bill to end massive water exports from East Texas
By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune Sept. 3, 2025 “Lawmakers fail to pass a bill to end massive water exports from East Texas” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. A bill meant to stop large-scale exports of water from East Texas died after the Texas House rejected...
Mt. Pleasant Nursing Program Get $1M in Grants
September 7, 2025 – The Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) Nursing Program has secured more than $1 million in competitive grant funding to expand and strengthen its nursing education opportunities. The combined awards, totaling $1,037,871.79, will enhance curriculum, improve student success initiatives, and provide cutting-edge training resources for future healthcare professionals. The funding includes $244,867.95 from...
Uncork Texas Wines Program Sponsors TEXSOM 2025 Podcast
September 7, 2025 – The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has announced its continued sponsorship of the TEXSOM 2025 podcast series through its Uncork Texas Wines program, partnering with TEXSOM and the Italian Wine Podcast for the second consecutive year. The initiative aims to elevate the profile of Texas wineries and grape growers while connecting them with an international wine audience. Uncorked: Wine, Music & Art...
Tim Britt
Memorial service for Tim Britt, age 61, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at a later date. Mr. Britt passed away at his home on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Timothy James Britt was born on March 7, 1964 in Phoenix, Arizona to Gary and Collen (Moore) Britt. He married Gretchen Houk in Sulphur Springs, Texas on September 20, 2020. Tim enjoyed spending time with his wife, family and his beloved dogs. In his spare time, Tim enjoyed...
Hila Poole
July 18, 1940 — September 5, 2025 Scroggins Funeral service for Hila Poole, age 85, of Winnsboro, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 8, 2025 at Hepsibah Baptist Church in Winnsboro, Texas with Bro. Perry Shirley officiating. Tom Friday and Scott Darby will assist with the service. Interment will follow at Maple Springs Cemetery in Leesburg, Texas with Nathanael Friday, Jacob Poole, Jonah Fuller, Monty Fuller, Ricky...
