How to Plan for the 2025 Allstate Red River Rivalry; Things to Know Before You Go
By State Fair of Texas | October 7, 2025 A time-honored tradition at the State Fair of Texas, the Allstate® Red River Rivalry between the University of Texas Longhorns and the University of Oklahoma Sooners, has been played at the State Fair since 1929 – making 2025 the 96th consecutive neutral ground showdown. With a 2:30 p.m. Central Time kick-off, the State Fair is urging fans to arrive early to make sure they have plenty of time...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Launches Undercover Operations to Infiltrate and Uproot Leftist Terror Cells in Texas After Increased Political Violence
October 8, 2025 – In response to the political assassination of national hero Charlie Kirk and the disturbing rise of leftist violence across the country, Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched undercover investigations into various groups affiliated with left-wing political violence known to be operating in Texas. You can read this press release from the official Texas Attorney General website by clicking here. “Leftist...
Governor Abbott Orders DPS to Crack Down on Illegal Hemp and Vape Sales
October 8, 2025 – AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to step up enforcement against vape and smoke shops that violate state hemp and product regulations, in what he described as an effort to protect children from harmful substances. “Texas will protect children from dangerous hemp products,” Abbott said in a statement released Monday. “Today, I directed the Texas...
Can I Get Vaccinated For COVID Today?
October 8, 2025 – As of late 2025, COVID-19 vaccines remain available across Texas, though guidance on who should take them has grown more nuanced. Clinics, pharmacies, and public health departments continue administering updated shots to eligible Texans, and the state ensures vaccine access for infants and children through programs like the Texas Vaccines for Children initiative. Under current federal guidelines, the U.S....
Juan Gomez
August 16, 1940 ~ October 6, 2025 (age 85) Funeral Service for Juan Gomez will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Centro Cristiano de Adoracion Asambleas de Dios in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Jose Pacheco officiating. Interment will follow the service at Restlawn Memorial Park. Juan passed away on October 6, 2025 surrounded by his family in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of...
Child Find Notice for Hopkins County Special Education Coop
October 7, 2025 – Child Find refers to the federal requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that all children in need of special education services are identified, located and evaluated. Schools are responsible for conducting Child Find and identifying all IDEA-eligible students that reside in their jurisdiction. Child Find is not a passive activity, but rather an active process. Please contact...
Julie Ann Duckworth
October 9, 1957 ~ October 6, 2025 (age 67) Julie Ann Duckworth, age 67 of Rowlett, Texas passed away on October 6, 2025 in Sachse, Texas. Family will have a Memorial Service at a later date. Arrangmenets are under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home. www.westoaksfuneralhome.com Julie Ann Duckworth
Buc-ee’s Slips in Satisfaction Rankings but Remains a Roadside Favorite
Buc-ee’s, the beloved Texas-based travel stop known for its spotless restrooms, oversized stores, and beaver mascot, has fallen in the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) rankings for convenience stores — but remains one of the nation’s most popular pit stops. The chain, which consistently earns high marks for customer experience, dropped a few points in overall satisfaction this year. Despite the decline, Buc-ee’s...
John R. Schulz
November 30, 1944 — October 2, 2025 John R. Schultz, age 80, of Point, Texas passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas. With our condolences.
Reba Nichols
Reba Nichols, age 99, of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on October 5, 2025. She was born on September 15, 1926, in the Morris Grove Community of Winnsboro, Texas, to Roy Young and Ara Reeves Young. It was there that she met the love of her life and husband of 62 years, Jim Matt Nichols. She moved to Port Neches, Texas, during World War II, and after the war, that is where she and Jim made their home. Reba was an active member of...
