Next Mahoney Cemetery Association Meeting Set for February 21st
February 19, 2026 – The next Mahoney Cemetery Association Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 21st, 2026. This is the quarterly meeting. It was start at 11:00am. The meeting will be held in the Methodist Church building adjacent to the cemetery. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Barry Neal Cox
Barry Neal Cox, age 68, of Mount Vernon, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Neal was born on May 7, 1957, to Robert Edward Cox and Roberta “Bobbie” Sulsar Cox in Mount Vernon, Texas. He went by many names; Neal, Bubba, then Bubby, Dad, his favorite–Pops…whatever he was called, he answered and was always quick to lend a helping hand; truly selfless in every sense. A...
Texas Teens Urged to Take the Pledge to Always Buckle Up
February 19, 2026 – TxDOT partners with UIL on high school seat belt challenge PARIS – Skipping seat belts isn’t a flex—it’s a deadly risk. The new “Saved by the Belt” competition challenges Texas teens to wear a seat belt every seat, every ride. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the University Interscholastic League (UIL) are calling on high school students to pledge to buckle up every time they get...
TxDOT Seeking Public Feedback for Paris District Area Bicycle Plan
February 19, 2026 – Public invited to participate, complete the survey and provide comments WHEN:Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 – Tuesday, March 24, 2026WHERE: Virtual public meeting on txdot.govMEDIA:Meeting will feature a pre-recorded video presentation highlighting the Paris District Bicycle Plan. Participants will be invited to submit a survey to provide comments. PARIS – Now’s the time to let us know what you think...
Jay Hodge Chevrolet Leads the Charge for the Health Care Foundation’s Mingo
February 19, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – And they’re off! Jay Hodge Chevrolet is taking the lead as the first Big Daddy sponsor of the year for the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 2026 Mingo, set for Thursday, April 9. The event offers epic prizes like grills, coolers, guns, speakers, tech-gear, and other must-haves — all benefiting the Foundation’s local free men’s clinic. To learn more or become a sponsor, visit...
Dinner Bell for February 25, 2026 *With Correct Menu
February 17, 2026 – WEEK OF: February 25, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Christus Health The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and food! We are blessed to have the Key Club here this Wednesday to serve and meet and greet! They will join us several times this calendar year. The...
Local Author Sharon Feldt Had A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to Share Details About an Event on February 21st
February 18, 2026 – Local author and small business owner, Sharon Feldt, had A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to share details about a couple of books, and the event, “Ducky’s Book Pond” event being held at The Book Nook on Main on Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Be sure to check out this informative episode and learn about some new books on the shelves at your local bookstore. A Second Cup of...
East Texas A&M Celebrates Topping Out of Rene’ Griffin Event Center
February 17, 2026 – COMMERCE, TX, East Texas A&M University marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, February 17, with a topping out ceremony for the new Rene’ Griffin Event Center. A topping out ceremony is a longstanding construction tradition that signals the completion of a building’s structural framework and the transition into its next phase. Representatives from Hoar Construction, who are building the...
Tracy Michelle Potter
July 19, 1971 — February 15, 2026 Emory Funeral service for Tracy Michelle Potter, age 54, of Emory, Texas, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Chapel with Rev. Paul Pogue officiating. Interment will follow at Cumby Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Mrs. Potter passed away at her residence on February 15, 2026. Arrangements are under the direction of...
Breast Cancer Support Group Enjoys Book Discussion
February 16, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer support group met on Monday, February 9, with retired librarian and bibliophile Markeda Fisher serving as the guest speaker. Fisher discussed some of her favorite books, both fiction and non-fiction, and provided a handout of herrecent 5-star reads. Attendees added their personal favorites and thoughts on the books Fisherdiscussed. Bibliotherapy is a...
