Food Resources Around Hopkins County
October 28, 2025 – Here are a few key support options and county-level hotspots in Texas to watch if Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are delayed — based on recent reports: đź“Ť Counties / Regions at elevated risk The North Texas Food Bank (12-county North Texas service area) estimates about 460,000 people could be impacted by a benefit halt in that region. In the South Texas / Rio Grande Valley region,...
AttorÂney GenÂerÂal PaxÂton Sues Big PharÂma ManÂuÂfacÂturÂers for DecepÂtiveÂly MarÂketÂing Tylenol to PregÂnant MothÂers Despite Known DanÂgers to Unborn Children
October 28, 2025 – Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue for deceptively marketing Tylenol to pregnant mothers despite knowing that early exposure to acetaminophen, Tylenol’s only active ingredient, leads to a significantly increased risk of autism and other disorders. “Big Pharma betrayed America by profiting off of pain and pushing pills regardless of the risks. These corporations lied for decades,...
Donna Hill
March 3, 1953 — October 25, 2025 Manhattan, KS Graveside for Donna Hill, age 72 of Manhattan, Kansas will be held at 11:15 A.M. on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Restlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Mrs. Hill passed away on October 25, 2025 in Manhattan, Kansas. Donna was born on March 3, 1953 in Sulphur Springs, Texas to Norwood Leon and...
James (Dewey) Dixon
June 8, 1965 — October 25, 2025 Como Graveside service for James (Dewey) Dixon, age 60 of Como, Texas will be held at 11:00 A.M. om Monday, November 3, 2025 at New Hope Cemetery with Rev. L.D. Baxley officiating. There will be no formal visitation. Mr. Dixon passed away on October 25, 2025 at his residence. James (Dewey) Dixon
Jackie “J.R” Watkins
Jackie “J.R” Watkins April 16, 1937 — October 25, 2025 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Jackie “J.R” Watkins, age 88 of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Bro Mark Garrett officiating. Interment will follow at Reilly Springs Cemetery with Talon Cockrum, Canyon Cockrum, Jake Cockrum, Justin Watkins, Chad Watkins and Jon Watkins serving as...
Brenda Bearden Pogue
Brenda Bearden Pogue Obituary Funeral Service for Brenda Bearden Pogue, age 76, will be at 2:00 p.m. on October 30, 2025, at West Oaks Funeral Home with Pastor Cody Ryan Chester officiating. Hayden Pogue, Richard Dannheim, Dylan Dannheim, Dallas Dannheim, Brian Milton, and John Milton will be serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Elijah Pogue, Gabriel Pogie, and Randy Chester. Visitation will be one hour prior to the...
Governor Abbott Invites Texas Veterans To 2025 Statewide Hiring Fair
October 28, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott recently invited Texas veterans, service members, and veteran spouses to participate in the 2025 Hiring Red, White & You! statewide hiring fair November 4 through November 20. “The talent of our brave veterans who answered the call to serve our nation is a large part of the Texas economic engine,” said Governor Abbott. “The skills and mission-driven mindset...
Meal-A-Day Program Extends a Hearty Thanks to the City of Sulphur Springs.
October 27, 2025 – SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas – The Meal A Day (MAD) program, which provides nutritious meals to seniors and others in need across Sulphur Springs, is extending heartfelt thanks to the City of Sulphur Springs for its ongoing partnership and support. Program Director Britinie said the city’s contribution of space, equipment, and utilities makes the program possible. “The City of Sulphur Springs provides us with...
John “Jack” Joseph Kiley
February 6, 1948 — October 25, 2025 Mr. Kiley, passed away at Hospice of East Texas in Tyler, Texas on Saturday, October 25, 2025. John “Jack” Joseph Kiley was born on February 6, 1948 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to John James and Lucille Gertrude (Trust) Kiley. John is a Veteran of the United States Army. He earned a master’s degree in electrical engineering. John was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He served as Fire Chief for Delta...
Taco Sale on Saturday Benefits Local Cancer Patient
October 27, 2025 – Join friends and family on Saturday November 1st, 2025 for tacos and other mexican treats. Proceeds go to support a local cancer patient. Service starts at 11AM. Click here for the location.
