Trading Post for June 12, 2025
4 new in box, outdoor rocking chairs, extra wide, #350, $100 each. Lighted curio cabinet, 76″x17 $100. Table and chairs, on rollers, 41×41 1 leaf, $75. full size bed frame headboard no pets, no smoke, $125. 903 243 4126. Needed: a tuba to rent or borrow for the month of June. It is for a visiting band student who needs to practice for band camp. If you can help this young man out, or for more information, please call...
The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Invites all Dads for Pie June 13th
June 9, 2025 – In observance of Father’s Day coming up this weekend, the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center invites all fathers to come play putt putt golf and sit down for a slice of pie, Friday, June 13th, 2025. Activates begin at 11:00am at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center. Don’t miss out! It’s sure to be a lot of fun! Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center PUTT PUTT...
CHRISTUS Health Encourages Routine Screenings, Checkups for Men’s Health Month
June 9, 2025 – (TYLER, Texas) – June is Men’s Health Month and CHRISTUS Health is encouraging men to prioritize their health by taking advantage of routine screenings and checkups. Studies show that men ages 15 to 65 are significantly less likely than women to seek preventive care and more likely to report not having a primary care provider, or PCP. A PCP can review medical and family history and...
Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Ice Cream Freeze Off Takes Place July 25th
June 9, 2025 – Would you like to participate in our 2025 Ice Cream Freeze Off? It will be Friday, July 25th at 11:00am. Bring your ice cream ready to serve. We will enjoy fellowship with our senior community and tons of ice cream. We will have judging and cute prizes! To participate call 903-439-3720. Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center ice cream freeze off
List Animals You Can Hunt From a Chopper in Texas Just Increased
June 9, 2025 – Texas has officially legalized the aerial hunting of Aoudad sheep, adding them to the short list of animals that can be shot from helicopters for sport. Previously, Texas law permitted aerial hunting of certain invasive species such as coyotes and feral hogs. With this legislative change, Aoudad sheep—also known as Barbary sheep—are now included due to their growing population and ecological impact. “I’m...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library to be Open June 14th
June 9, 2025 – The Hopkins County Genealogical Society announces that their library will be open Saturday, June, 14th, 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 additions to our family trees!” The Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library is located at 611 North Davis Street,...
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Warns Farmers About Recent Fusarium Smuggle
June 9, 2025 – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is urging heightened vigilance following the arrest of two Chinese nationals accused of attempting to smuggle a harmful plant fungus into the United States. The individuals, Yunqing Jian, 33, and Zunyong Liu, 34, were detained at Detroit Metropolitan Airport with Fusarium graminearum, a dangerous pathogen known to devastate key crops like wheat, barley, maize, and rice....
Study Examines Ripple Effects of School Shooting Events
June 7, 2025 – New research co-authored by Texas A&M University’s Dr. Shrihari Sridhar reveals that fatal school shootings have a deep and lasting impact on communities—extending far beyond emotional trauma. The study, published in the Journal of Marketing Research, shows that anxiety following school shootings significantly reduces public spending for months, especially in liberal-leaning areas. Analyzing data from 63...
Clawing Her Way to a New Home
June 6, 2025 – By Madison Schein – BLUE RIDGE, Texas — Working close to speeding traffic, operating heavy machinery in rugged conditions, road work demands constant vigilance. But now and then — amidst the chaos — an unexpected moment of tenderness emerges. Recently, TxDOT maintenance crews in Collin County were completing a routine road repair on Business 78 when it took a heartwarming turn. While patching a small hole...
Paris District Road Report for Week of June 9, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting June 9, 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...
