ICE ‘Mega’ Detention Center Proposed for Warehouse in Hutchins
January 31, 2026 – Plans for what could become the nation’s largest Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in Texas are drawing growing scrutiny from local officials, clergy, and immigrant advocates, even as federal authorities have confirmed few details. The proposed facility would convert a vacant, 1 million-square-foot warehouse in Hutchins, south of Dallas, into a massive detention center. According to internal...
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Awards $21.2 Million in Local Parks Grants
Jan. 29, 2026 – AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $21.2 million in local park grants, a new record, to help create and enhance outdoor recreational opportunities. These competitive grants are allocated to local government entities on a 50/50 reimbursement match basis. Once funded, the sites must remain a parkland in perpetuity, properly maintained and open to the public. Fifty community parks...
Foundation’s Special Gala Auction Pre-Sale Starts Monday
January 29, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is holding a special Gala Auction Pre-Sale following the postponement of its 20th Anniversary Gala for the safety of the public during winter storms. The online auction will feature a selection of unique and popular items originally planned for the anniversary Gala that are just too good to wait for! Bidding will open on February 2 at...
New Date for Postponed Gala
January 29, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, TX – You can’t keep a good Foundation down! The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation postponed its 20th anniversary Gala for the health and safety of the community. That means the Foundation will have more time to share the history of the Foundation, the Gala, and the people who were instrumental in both. The new date for the Gala will be Saturday, May 9. The Foundation...
East Caney Missionary Baptist Church Sulphur Springs Hold 36th Pastoral Pre-Musical and Anniversary Observance February 1st
January 29, 2026 – East Caney Missionary Baptist Church of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will observe their 36th Pastoral Pre-Musical event January 31st, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm, and Anniversary February 1st, 2026, beginning at 2:30pm. The public is invited. East Caney Missionary Baptist Church is located at 6133 County Road 2310, Sulphur Springs, Texas, 75482. East Caney Missionary Baptist Church 36th Pastoral Anniversary February...
East Texas A&M News Release: President’s Gallery Showcasing Professor Emeritus’ Photography
January 29, 2026 -The University Gallery at East Texas A&M University is pleased to announce Chaddy Dean Smith: A Retrospective. The exhibition will be on view January 12- May 15, 2026, in The President’s Gallery, located in the McDowell Business Administration Building across from room 295. The gallery is open weekly, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Celebrating the work of photographer Chaddy Dean...
Dinner Bell for February 4, 2026
January 29, 2026 – WEEK OF: February 4, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Discount Wheel & Tire of Sulphur Springs The doors to the kitchen of the First United Methodist Church will reopen at 11:00 a.m., for meal service beginning at 11:30 a.m. Doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Discount Wheel & Tire of Sulphur Springs is a tire shop and auto service center located at 1432 S. Broadway Street in Sulphur Springs,...
Hopkins County GOP President’s Day Candidate Forum to be Held February 16th
January 29, 2026 – The Hopkins County GOP will hold a President’s Day Candidate Forum and Dinner February 16th, 2026. The event will be held at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Program begins at 6:00pm. For more information, please call 903-439-4591. Hopkins County GOP President’s Day Candidate Forum and Dinner February 2026 with Doors Open at 5pm
Sulphur Springs ISD to be Closed Wednesday
January 27, 2026 – The Sulphur Springs ISD issued a Facebook announcement Tuesday afternoon: “Due to the conditions of rural roads, campus parking lots, sidewalks, and the predicted freezing fog tomorrow morning, we have made the decision to remain closed on Wednesday, January 28. All after-school activities and events will be rescheduled. The safety of our students, staff, and families is always our top priority. Thank you for...
Saltillo ISD Will be Having Their 2026 Homecoming Activities Friday, January 30th
January 27, 2026 – The Saltillo ISD will be having their 2026 Homecoming Activities Friday, January 30th. We will have a pep rally starting around 1:45. They plan to Honor the Class 0f 2006 between the Varsity games followed by a reception following the games in the library. The homecoming court will be presented after the boys Varsity game and a new queen will be crowned. The Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court...
