TFB Commends USDA Strategy to Fight Avian Influenza
February 28, 2025 – The following statement may be attributed to Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening following today’s announcement in Washington, D.C., of a comprehensive strategy to combat the avian flu outbreak. “Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) thanks President Donald Trump and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for working on a comprehensive strategy to combat the avian flu outbreak and providing common sense...
2025 Mr. and Miss Paris Junior College Named
February 28, 2025 – The 2025 Mr. and Miss Paris Junior College were announced during halftime of the men’s basketball game on Feb. 26, 2025. Five men and five women were nominated. Each year PJC faculty and staff nominate students who are graduating sophomores with a minimum of 12 semester hours in the current semester. They must also have completed 45 hours and have at least a 2.75 GPA. The student body selects the winners from...
Greenville ISD Students Tattoo Each Other While Teacher in Classroom
February 28, 2025 – A troubling incident at Travis Intermediate in the Greenville Independent School District, northeast of Dallas, has sparked concerns after multiple students were tattooed with the same needle. A parent, whose son was among those tattooed, says medical testing is now underway to assess potential health risks, including infections or the transmission of diseases. Details surrounding how the tattoos were...
USDA Will Now Enforce Federal Law on Illegal Aliens and SNAP Benefits
Undocumented immigrants are not eligible for public benefits like SNAP. February 28, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a renewed crackdown on undocumented immigrants receiving federal food assistance benefits, reinforcing a policy that is already part of federal law. The move aligns with broader efforts by the Biden administration to tighten enforcement of public assistance eligibility rules amid...
Public Input Sought on Proposed Texas Hunting Regulation Changes for 2025-26
February 28, 2025 – AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is accepting public comment until March 27 for the following proposed changes to the 2025-26 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird proclamations: Migratory Game Bird Regulations Increase the daily bag limit of pintails from one to three in all duck zones. Reduce the early teal season from 16 to nine days in all duck zones. Extend the regular season...
Measles Takes Unvaccinated Lubbock Texas Child
February 27, 2025 – Lubbock health officials have confirmed the first measles-related death in West Texas amid a growing outbreak. The victim, a child who was not vaccinated, marks the first fatality linked to the disease in the region. This is also the first measles-related death reported in Texas in over two decades, raising concerns about the resurgence of the highly contagious virus. “It’s predictable, when...
Majority of Texas House Members Support School Vouchers
February 27, 2025 – A slim majority of the Texas House has signed on to support a new school voucher bill, marking a potential breakthrough for Gov. Greg Abbott’s top legislative priority. The bill, which would establish a program allowing parents to use public funds for private and religious school tuition, has gained 75 co-sponsors in addition to its author. With 76 votes in the 150-member chamber, this level of support could...
Debbie Harrell
August 11, 1957 — February 21, 2025 Dallas Funeral service for Debbie Harrell, age 67, of Dallas, Texas will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Bro. Rodney Williams officiating. Honorary pallbearers will include Alan Bess, Jamie Harrell, James Krantz, Alexander Harrell, and the Deacons at Garza Avenue Church of Christ – Dallas. Ms. Harrell passed away in...
Elmer Lee Hall
November 25, 1966 ~ February 25, 2025 (age 58) Elmer Hall Obituary Funeral Service for Elmer Lee Hall will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Campbell, Texas. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025 at West Oaks Funeral Home. Interment will follow the service at Cumby Cemetery. Elmer passed away on February 25, 2025. Full obituary forthcoming. Elmer...
“Parade Of Planets” At Cooper Lake on Saturday
You don’t need to travel to Cooper Lake to enjoy the heavens this week, but why not enjoy the dark skies of Northeast Texas. February 26, 2025 – In Texas this weekend, astronomy enthusiasts and families are invited to the highly anticipated Parade of Planets—a unique celebration of our solar system set against the backdrop of a stunning Texas night sky. Organized by local astronomy clubs and community groups, the event...
