Paris District Road Report for June 5, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting June 5, 2023. 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 distractions such as...
Franklin County Chipping Mill Heavily Damaged By Fire
June 5, 2023- Multiple Franklin County Crews were dispatched to a fire at a commercial chipping mill where large piles of sawdust and wood chips caught fire. All Franklin county fire departments were dispatched to the mill fire around 12:40 am Sunday., where it was found to be a pole barn full of heavy fuel load of wood shavings and sawdust. A total of nine fire departments contributed water and manpower to bring the blaze under...
Fossil Fuels Got A Boost From Lawmakers Who Aim To Fix Texas’ Grid, While Renewable Energy Escaped Stricter Regulations
June 5, 2023- Texas Legislators largely ignored pleas for reform from environmental advocates during this year’s legislative session — failing to act on lowering energy use, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and lessening the disproportionate impact of pollution on communities of color. At the same time, the laws they did approve try to block local attempts to control greenhouse gas emissions, eliminate tax incentives for renewable...
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News Release 6/5/2023
Sulphur Springs, Texas, June 5, 2023 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. June is Men’s Health Month- Make Prevention a Priority With June being National Men’s Health Month, this is a good reminder for men to schedule their “tune-up”. A routine physical is a great place to start. Many health conditions can be detected early with regular checkups and...
Hopkins County Records – June 2
Land Deed Transaction Chad Cable and Mary Stahl Cable to Church street Professional Building LLC; tract M A Bowlin survey Jessica Amy Tarifa and Pablo Tarifa to Daniel Olvera Cruz; tract in the Newman Mcgee survey Dreamland Property Sales LLC to Patricia Ann Cooper and Steven Wayne Cooper; tract in the Ocela Borb survey Sai Siddhi LLC to JP Lodging LLC; tract in the Elizabeth Mitchell survey Ashley Danielle Hinton and Ty Hunter Hinton...
Sulphur Springs Leader Joe Bob Burgin Named As Chair Of Statewide Texas Healthcare Trustees Board
(Austin, Texas) – Joe Bob Burgin, board member of the Hopkins County District and CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Northeast Texas (TMFNT) Board of Directors, has been elected Board Chair of the Texas Healthcare Trustees (THT). A statewide non-profit organization, THT provides education, training, and resources to those serving on governing boards of hospitals and health care systems in Texas. “We are excited to have Joe Bob serve on...
Growing Cucumbers In Containers By David Wall
If you don’t feel you have enough garden space to grow cucumbers, consider growing them in containers. It’s easy and you can get a really good crop of this second most popular vegetable after tomatoes (which can also be grown in containers). Since cucumbers have a smaller root structure than many vegetables, there is little worry about them becoming root-bound in the container. Your first requirement is 6-8 hours of...
Sulphur Springs 2023 Juneteenth Pageant to be held June 10, 2023
The Sulphur Springs 2023 Juneteenth Pageant will be held Saturday, June 10, 2023. The event will be held at the Sulphur Springs Civic Center. Doors open at 4:00pm. Sulphur Springs 2023 Juneteenth Pageant
Game Wardens Help Keep Public Safe During Memorial Day Weekend
June 2, 2023- This past Memorial Day weekend, Texas Game Wardens patrolled Texas lakes and rivers to ensure visitors were recreating responsibly. They cited a decrease in accidents this year but noted an increase in citations issued, warnings and arrests. Between Friday and Monday, 358 game wardens conducted 12,141 vessel checks across Texas — 19 percent more than in 2022. They responded to 13 accidents, two boating fatalities and two...
Free Fishing Day In Texas Slated For June 3
June 2, 2023- Each year on the first Saturday in June, anglers across the state pack their tackle boxes and get their fishing poles ready for the Texas tradition of Free Fishing Day. This year, Free Fishing Day lands on June 3 and Texans can fish on any public waterbody in the state without a fishing license. “Free Fishing Day is a wonderful opportunity for anglers to share their knowledge, skills, equipment, and love for fishing with...
