Paris District Road Report for February 9, 2026
February 6, 2026 – Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting February 9, 2026. 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...
How to Make Your Super Bowl Sunday a Guaranteed Win
February 6, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Want to have a sure-fire win on Super Bowl Sunday, regardless of how your favorite team performs? Take matters into your own hands and bid on epic items in the online Gala Auction Pre-Sale. Visit Gala2026.GiveSmart.com and place your bids before the auction closes at 9 p.m. on Sunday, February 8. Perfect for halftime, commercial breaks, or anytime the refs make it hard to watch....
Simpson is awarded the Texas A&M University System Regents Fellow Service Award
February 6, 2026 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service Assistant Director Hughes Simpson was presented with a Texas A&M University System Regents Fellow Service Award for 2024-2025 at a ceremony on Wednesday evening in College Station, Texas. Simpson received this award for his extraordinary contributions to the State and People of Texas through the conservation and protection of forests and natural...
Riley is awarded the Texas A&M University System Regents Fellow Service Award
February 6, 2026 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service Division Director of Forestry & Natural Resource Management Gretchen Riley was presented with a Texas A&M University System Regents Fellow Service Award for 2024-2025 at a ceremony on Wednesday evening in College Station, Texas. Riley received this award for her exceptional commitment, innovation, and leadership throughout her 15 years with Texas...
Raise Your Bid and Raise the Roof!
February 5, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Everybody loves a winner – so be one! Bid on epic prizes and put your name in the hat to win $500 cash. Every person who bids in the online Gala Auction Pre-Sale is entered in a drawing to be held during the Gala on May 9. The $500 cash prize is sponsored by Chris Voorheese, Financial Advisor – Edward Jones. Shannon Barker (left) is pictured with Holly Thompson (middle) as Holly...
Rare PLAYERS Championship Golf Package Available Now for a Limited Time
February 5, 2026 -Sulphur Springs, Texas – Sports fans, golf enthusiasts, and those with a bucket list are invited to experience one of sport’s most prestigious events up close with The PLAYERS Championship Package, hosted at the world-renowned TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. This exclusive package offers the opportunity to watch the game’s top players compete on the iconic Stadium Course, home of the famous par-3 17th...
East Texas A&M Receives $8 Million Gift from Rene’ Griffin, Largest in University History
February 5, 2026 – COMMERCE – East Texas A&M University is proud to announce a historic $8 million gift from alumnus Rene’ Griffin, marking the largest single philanthropic contribution in the history of the university and to Lion Athletics. In recognition of this transformational gift, the new event center, currently under construction on the campus of East Texas A&M, will be named the Rene’ Griffin Event...
Chamber Connection – February 5, 2026
By Butch Burney The cutoff to get your tickets for the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s 99th Annual Banquet and Community Awards is fast approaching. We will celebrate Hopkins County and Sulphur Springs as we recognize our 2025 Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year, Community Pride Award, Agriculturist of the Year, Growth and Renewal, Outstanding Professional Educator, Outstanding ParaProfessional Educator,...
Bid for the Ride of a Lifetime: Firetruck Expedition including Donuts
February 5, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Sirens, smiles, and sprinkles are hitting the auction block in the online Gala Auction Pre-Sale. The private firetruck ride to school for four, complete with fresh donuts, is one hot package! The winner will enjoy an unforgettable ride aboard an authentic fire engine, making memories with friends or family while supporting a great cause. Not normally available to the general...
Cancer Support Group to Meet Monday, February 9
February 5, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Rd. The group welcomes ladies who have or have had any type of cancer and is not limited to breast cancer. February’s guest speaker will be Markeda Fisher, retired librarian and avid reader. She will share her top book recommendations across many genres in hopes...
