TPWD Receives 115 Oyster Buyback License Applications
June 26, 2025 – AUSTIN — Of 545 available oyster licenses, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received 115 commercial oyster boat license offers in round nine of its Oyster License Buyback Program, which, if all applicants participate, would represent a reduction by 21 percent of total oyster licenses in the state. TPWD administers voluntary commercial fishing license buyback programs for inshore shrimp, crab and finfish...
Abbott Signs HB4211; Takes on Developments like ‘EPIC City’
June 26, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4211, a new property law aimed at limiting the legal framework of the proposed EPIC City development, taking effect immediately. EPIC City is a proposed 402-acre Islamic-centered master-planned community initiated by the East Plano Islamic Center, located about 40 miles northeast of Dallas in Collin and Hunt counties. The 402-acre project, initiated by the East Plano...
Preserving the Past, Embracing the Future: Big Changes Ahead for the Winnsboro Historical Museum
Tucked inside the beautifully restored 1908 Winnsboro Depot, the Winnsboro Historical Museum is a treasured local gem. Operated by the Winnsboro Historical Association, its mission is simple yet vital: to preserve, protect, and promote the history of Winnsboro, passing it on to future generations. More Room for History Exciting things are happening behind the scenes. Thanks to recent permission from the City of Winnsboro, the museum...
Greenview Memorial Day Business Meeting and Church Service 2025
Greenview Cemetery Association will be hosting our annual Memorial Day on Sunday July 6th, 2025 The Business Meeting will begin at 10:30AM, followed by the church service. Jan Kimmel will be our speaker this year. She will give us the history of Rev Green Weaver, settling in Texas and the origination of the Greenview community. Mrs. Kimmel is a great great granddaughter of Rev Weaver. Chad Hinton will serve as MC. Woody Garmon and Pay...
David Horn
February 22, 1951 — June 21, 2025 Sulphur Springs David Horn, age 74, passed away peacefully at his home in Sulphur Springs, Texas on June 21, 2025. A memorial service honoring his life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Danny Sickles officiating. His ashes will go to their final resting place at a later date. David was born February 22, 1951, in Dallas, Texas, to Elmer (Mutt)...
Quitman Rancher Officially Joins Race for Texas Gov
June 24, 2025 – Democrat Bobby Cole, an East Texas dairy farmer, retired firefighter (Plano FD lieutenant), and poultry producer, has officially launched his campaign for Governor of Texas, challenging incumbent Republican Greg Abbott. Cole lives in Quitman, having been born near Houston and later moving to East Texas, where he now runs a 1,000-acre operation raising cattle and over a million chickens annually. Cole’s...
Renata Vanderburg
Renata Vanderburg, age 61, of Cumby, Texas passed away at her home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Renata Vanderburg, age 61, of Cumby, Texas passed away at her home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Renata Lou Vanderburg was born on May 28, 1964 in Paris, Texas to Lewie Vanderburg, Jr. and Margaret Ann (Brown) Vanderburg. Renata obtained aBachelor’s degree in Education from Texas A&M Commerce and a Master’s degree in Business...
St. James Catholic Church Multi Weekend Garage Sale
June 24, 2025 – St. James Catholic Church Garage sale is coming up soon. It will occupy three consecutive weekends. All proceed go to the ‘Bless The Church’ fund.
Annada Jones
Annada Elliott Jones passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at her residence. She was born on October 11, 1941 in Sulphur Springs, the daughter of William “Bill” and Marguerite Gilbert Elliott. She married James Frank Jones on December 17, 1976 who was the love of her life and they were married for 48 years. After graduation from Sulphur Springs High School, she completed her degrees from East Texas State...
Blue Blaze Booster Club Buddy Camp Coming Soon
June 24, 2025 – Where: Sulphur Springs High School Gym Campers will meet at the Cafeteria entrance (Houston Street side) for registration and check in. When: July 30- Aug 1st Who: Students going in grades K-8 Time: 8:00am-12:00pm Cost: $65 per camper $45 each additional camper Blue Blaze Officers visited the KSST Studios What’s Included: 3 Camp Clinic days filled with dance choreography, technique, and relationship...
