Texas Hemp Bill In Limbo
August 8, 2025 – The Texas hemp bill, Senate Bill 5, faces significant delays due to a Democratic walkout that stalled legislative proceedings. The bill seeks to ban the manufacture, sale, and possession of consumable hemp products containing any form of THC, while still allowing non-psychoactive components like CBD and CBG. Authored by State Sen. Charles Perry, the legislation has stirred intense debate over public health,...
Mayo or Whip on Your Texas Burger
August 7, 2025 – In Texas, where burgers are taken as seriously as barbecue, the choice between mayo and Miracle Whip on a hamburger can spark passionate debate. Traditionally, mayonnaise is the more common condiment on Texas burgers, offering a rich, creamy base that complements grilled beef, onions, and pickles without overpowering them. It’s a classic choice, especially when combined with mustard — a beloved staple in...
The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Meets Monday
August 7, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The next meeting of the Hopkins County Breast CancerSupport Group, sponsored by the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation, is this Monday, August 11. As usual, the meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Road, which is the three-story building in front of CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. This month’s speaker is Amy Newsom. Amy is a trained...
Rangers Take the Field Today at 1PM vs The Yankees
August 6, 2025 – Today, the Texas Rangers (60–55), positioned third in the AL West and 4.5 games behind division leader Houston, take on the New York Yankees (60–54), sitting third in the AL East and trailing Boston by 6.5 games. This afternoon’s matchup followed yesterday’s thrilling 2–0 victory by the Rangers over New York. Rangers ace Nathan Eovaldi delivered a dominant performance: eight shutout innings, just one hit...
Financial Literacy Mandatory in Texas Schools
August 6, 2025 – Effective immediately, Texas public high school students are now required to complete a course in personal financial literacy before graduation. This mandate comes through House Bill 27, which requires a one-half credit in the subject as part of the state’s graduation requirements. The goal of the new course is to equip students with real-world knowledge about managing money, including topics like budgeting,...
The State Fair of Texas Announces 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards Finalists
By Veronica Delgado | August 6, 2025 | It’s fry-nal countdown time for some of the most iconic food titles in all of Texas. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the finalists for the 21st Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards presented by Karbach Brewing Company. For the first time ever, the Big Tex® Choice Awards is raisin’ a glass to a brand-new category—one that recognizes the wildest, most delicious drinks at the Fair. Winners for...
SNAP Restrictions Coming Next Year to Texas
August 6, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Texas has received federal approval to implement new restrictions on the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Beginning April 1, 2026, SNAP recipients will no longer be allowed to use their benefits to purchase sweetened drinks, candy, or beverages containing five grams or more of added sugar or artificial sweeteners. The goal of this change is...
Senior Center COOR Dawna Pryor had a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey August 5th
August 6, 2025 – Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor had a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey August 5th to chat about what’s going on at the Senior Citizens Center. Dawna and John Mark talked about the 2025 Ms Hopkins County Senior Classic Pageant, the next “What Helps Me” program that will feature the Red Cross being held August 18, 2025, at 11:00am, the next...
Back to School: CHRISTUS Health Reminds Parents of Required Immunizations as Kids Return to Classrooms
August 5, 2025 – (EAST TEXAS) – As the summer break comes to an end and students across the state prepare a return to the classroom, CHRISTUS Health is reminding parents about required immunizations and their role in limiting transmission of illness. “In the simplest of terms, immunizations are helping the body build an immune response,” said Dr. Evelyn Chou, family medicine physician with CHRISTUS...
Sulphur Springs ISD Announced Policy to Comply With new State law Preventing Students From Using cell Phones
August 4, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs ISD has announced its policy to comply with the new state law preventing students from using cell phones and other personal communications devices in class. Included in the policy are cell phones, smart watches, tablets, radios, pagers, fitness trackers with messaging capabilties, Bluetooth earbuds or headphones, A-I glasses, personal (non-school issued) computers, gaming devices and two-way...
