Opinion: For the Future of Texas, Pause Data Centers
An Editorial by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller May 19, 2026 – Texas has always been a state that builds things. We farm, ranch, and produce the food, fuel, and fiber that power America. We champion growth, private enterprise, and innovation. The Lone Star State remains a global beacon of what freedom and opportunity can achieve. But Texans also demand smart, common-sense decisions. Right now, we need an honest...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library to be Closed May 25th
May 18, 2026 – The Hopkins County Genealogical Society announces that their library will be closed Monday, May 25th, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. The Genealogical Society wishes everyone a blessed weekend. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library is located at 611 North Davis Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Wildfires Force Ongoing Closure of Palo Duro Canyon State Park as Crews Battle Dangerous Conditions
May 18, 2026 — Texas Panhandle – Wildfires sweeping across the Texas Panhandle continue to threaten one of the state’s most iconic natural landmarks, forcing the extended closure of Palo Duro Canyon State Park as firefighters and emergency personnel work to contain rapidly changing conditions. Fires Trigger Evacuations and Park Closure The situation began escalating on May 15, when advancing flames from the Hungate Fire and...
Planning on Planting a Tree? Check out This KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
May 17, 2026 – If your planning on planting a tree you might want to check out this episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark had another chat with Hopkins County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson, and the two discussed planting trees. They chatted about how to prepare the hole you’re going to plan your tree, what type of soil you should use when planting a new tree,...
Paris District Road Report for May 18, 2026
May 15, 2026 – Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting May 18, 2026. 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...
Brashear Cemetery to Hold Homecoming June 6th
May 15, 2026 – The Brashear Cemetery Annual Homecoming will be held Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Brashear Baptist Church Fellowship Building. The event will begin at 10:30am. Mr. Tom Mooney will be the guest speaker. There will be a covered dish luncheon afterwards. The public is invited to attend.
Buckle up or pay the Price
May 15, 2026 – Click It or Ticket increased enforcement May 18–31 PARIS – We are Texans. We wear our Lone Star belt buckles with pride, but it’s the buckle in your car or truck that matters the most. It’s the one that can save your life. That’s why the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is working with law enforcement and encouraging people to drive like a Texan — kind, courteous and safe — and always buckle up....
Paxton Targets Over 130 Cities On Tax Transparency Issues
May 15, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Ken Paxton has issued formal notices to more than 130 Texas cities, warning them they are prohibited from increasing property taxes above the no-new-revenue rate after failing to meet state transparency and audit requirements. The enforcement action follows a sweeping investigation led by the Office of the Attorney General, which reviewed over 1,000 municipalities across Texas. The probe aimed to...
Flowering Vines was the Topic on This Episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
May 14, 2026 – Flowering vines was the topic on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, which features Hopkins County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson. John Mark and Ronnie chatted about the different types of flowering vines you can get to grow in North East Texas, how to take care of flowering vines, what you can expect from some of these vines during the...
Miller Grove ISD Names Lone Finalist for Superintendent Position
CUMBY, Texas — The Miller Grove Independent School District has announced Tonya Loftice as the lone finalist for its next superintendent, marking a significant step in the district’s leadership transition. The decision was made by the Miller Grove ISD Board of Trustees following what officials described as a thorough executive search process. Loftice currently serves as the district’s secondary principal and has been a familiar...
