Calvin Charles Bell
Calvin Charles Bell passed away May 22, 2025. Calvin was born on December 6, 1947, to Alvin and Eddie Mae Bell. He was one of nine children, consisting of three girls and six boys. He attended Fredrick Douglas High School in Sulphur Springs, Texas, where he played football and was voted best dressed during his junior year. His passion for dressing well continued throughout his life. At the age of 18, Calvin was drafted into the...
HB 6 Passes; Increases Punishment Options For Teachers
June 1, 2025 – Texas schools will soon be able to impose harsher disciplinary measures on students after the Legislature passed House Bill 6, a broad package aimed at curbing campus violence and disruptions. The bill, passed Wednesday, is part of a post-pandemic effort by lawmakers to address growing concerns about student behavior and safety in schools. “Disruptions are impeding both the ability of teachers to teach and the...
STAAR Test Lives On
June 1, 2025 – A legislative push to eliminate the STAAR test failed in the final days of the Texas legislative session, ending hopes for major reform in the state’s student assessment system. House Bill 4, authored by Rep. Brad Buckley, proposed replacing the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) with three shorter exams spread across the academic year. Supporters argued this approach would reduce pressure on...
MCKINNEY, JAMYA DESIREE
MCKINNEY, JAMYA DESIREE was arrested and jailed in Hopkins County Texas on 6/21/2025. MCKINNEY, JAMYA DESIREE was arrested and jailed in Hopkins County Texas on 6/21/2025. MCKINNEY, JAMYA DESIREE 2025
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, June 1, 2025
Hey friends!! I just feel a strong sense to share this word with someone. YOU HAVE OVERWHELMING VICTORY IN CHRIST!! You battle an enemy that has already been defeated!! You can walk boldly in this battle!! And like Joshua conquering the promised land you will march right into the promises that Lord had given you long ago! Those promises you feel like have been long forgotten or too much has happened to regain...
Patricia “Pat” (Meier) Hulen
Patricia Ann Hulen (Meier), 75, passed away on May 30, 2025, in Grand Saline, Texas, surrounded by family. Pat was born in Whiting, Indiana on May 14, 1950 to Andrew and Catherine Meier. She graduated from Sulphur Springs High School in 1968. In 1971 she earned a Bachelor Degree in Education from East Texas A & M Commerce (ETSU). Pat was an educator in the Dallas area for many years before relocating back to Sulphur Springs to...
Former Teacher Charged After Throwing Eraser At Student
May 30, 2025 – On Friday, May 23, 2025, 25 year-old Abigail Brooke Killian was charged with injury to a child following an incident at Tyler ISD’s Caldwell Arts Academy. According to an arrest affidavit, Killian, a former teacher at the academy, admitted to throwing a 1-inch by 2-inch eraser at a student to gain their attention. She stated that the eraser bounced off a wall or chair before striking the student in the...
Final Days For Joann Fabrics and Crafts
May 30, 2025 – More than 440 Joann stores are set to close by May 31, marking the final phase in the retailer’s shutdown. A company spokesperson confirmed that while many locations have already shuttered, the remaining stores still in operation will permanently close their doors by the end of May. The closures come as part of the wind-down process initiated by Joann’s new owner, GA Group, which gained control earlier this year....
Arthur Fredrick Bloomingdale
July 3, 1951 ~ May 28, 2025 (age 73) There will be a family lead Graveside Service at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Aiguier Cemetery. Arthur Bloomingdale passed away on May 28, 2025 in Greenville, Texas Full obituary forthcoming. Arthur Fredrick Bloomingdale
Local Pastor Paul Kirk Clayton Invites Everyone to Watch His Minute Ministries Online
May 29, 2025 – Paul Kirk Clayton invites everyone to watch his Minute Ministries each day online. Paul is a local man who loves Jesus and is hoping to lead others to Christ. You can see his content on many platforms. Tiktok Youtube Instagram
