Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting for May
May 5, 2025 – Hello everyone! We have all enjoyed Kenny Sivard’s previous presentations and we are looking forward to another one on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the HCGS Library, 611 N. Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Kenny is coming from Oklahoma to bring us the story of the “Battle of Honey Springs,” a Civil War battle fought in Indian Territory. He may even augment his talk by...
William Joseph Richardson
William Joseph Richardson, age 91, of Alexandria, Louisiana passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas on Friday, May 2, 2025. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. The online register can be signed at www.murrayorwosky.com With our condolences.
Wayne Andrew Everett
Wayne Andrew Everett, age 89, of Yantis, Texas passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. The online register can be signed at www.murrayorwosky.com With our condolences.
Watch for Safety Lighting Improvements in Lamar and Hopkins Counties
May 5, 2025 – PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that Safety Lighting work will be underway beginning May 12. The contractor, Vaca Underground Utilities, Inc, plans to begin installation of Safety Lighting on US 271 North at the intersection of FM 3298 in Lamar County and will move to various locations as the work progresses. The contractor will be installing this safety lighting in Lamar and...
CHRISTUS Health Recognizes Stroke Month: Know the Signs of a Stroke
May 5, 2025 – (EAST TEXAS) – May is National Stroke Awareness Month and CHRISTUS Health is encouraging people to know the signs of a stroke, which affects nearly 800,000 Americans each year and nearly 15 million worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke, and there are more than 450 deaths from stroke each...
Student Taken into Custody Following What’s Called a “Spoofing” Incident
May 5, 2025 – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office says a student has been taken into custody following what’s called a “spoofing” incident which targeted a teacher. The Como-Pickton Consolidated ISD says a person called a teacher Friday from a spoofed number and threatened to shoot her if she didn’t change the caller’s grade. Superintendent Dr. Greg Bower says: “The student suspect has been identified and...
James Wayne Ponder
James Wayne Ponder, age 80, passed from this life on Sunday, May 4, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1945, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Edgar Ponder and Agnes Wright Ponder. James earned a bachelor’s degree from UTA and went on to build a successful career in accounting, eventually retiring from Anteco. In 1970, James met the love of his life, Cynthia J. Ponder. They were married on December 18 of that year and shared over 50...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library to be Open May 10th
May 4, 2025 – The Hopkins County Genealogical Society announces that their library will be open Saturday, May 10th, 2025, from 9:30am to 1:00pm. The library will be open for “all your research needs.” The Hopkins County Genealogical Society hopes “you will join us in searching for our roots!” The Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library is located at 611 North Davis Street, Sulphur Springs,...
Wildfire Awareness Month Highlights Proactive Safety Strategies
May 4, 2025 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas – In 2024, 5,187 wildfires burned over 1.3 million acres in Texas, and since wildfires have no boundaries, Texans should always be prepared for wildfires. During Wildfire Awareness Month, Texas A&M Forest Service is highlighting the ways that Texans can not only prevent wildfires but how they can prepare for when they occur. “Preparation for wildfires is key to...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 5, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting May 5, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid...
