Abbott Pleased With Passage of $8.5b HB 2
May 25, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott today praised the Texas Legislature for the passage of House Bill 2, which delivers a historic $8.5 billion investment in public education—the largest funding increase in Texas history. The legislation addresses multiple priorities, including pay raises for teachers and school staff, enhanced campus safety, and expanded career training programs for students across the state. “This critical...
Enjoy A West Texas Weekend Away in Rustic Comfort
May 25, 2025 – The historic Indian Lodge, nestled in the scenic heart of Davis Mountains State Park in West Texas, has officially reopened after completing an extensive remodel. Originally built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the lodge is a beloved symbol of southwestern architecture, featuring its iconic white adobe walls and rustic charm. Now fully restored, Indian Lodge is once again ready to welcome...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 26, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting May 26, 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...
A History of HCHC Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo
Sulphur Springs, Texas – New to the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo or want to know the purpose? Read this to get up to speed. Designer Handbag Bingo originated from a desire to make mammograms more accessible to uninsured women in Hopkins County. Previously, a grant funded an annual free mammography clinic. When the grant was no longer offered, the Foundation decided to find a way to continue offering...
Calvary Baptist Church, Sulphur Springs, to Hold Vacation Bible School
May 23, 2025 – Calvary Baptist Church would like to announce our Vacation Bible School. The date is June 2nd-6th at 6:00-9:00 p.m. For ages 4 years-6th grade. The Vacation Bible School is titled Wonder Junction by Answers in Genesis. It is a Western Themed Bible School. We will have Covered Wagon Rides on Tuesday night. There is no cost and supper will be provided each night with Friday night being a Hamburger and Hot Dog...
Dinner Bell for May 28, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church SPONSOR: Rotary Club of Sulphur Springs 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 a meal. Rotary Club of Sulphur Springs is one hundred (100) years old. In 1925 a group of men, who were the movers and shakers in ...
$12 Billion in Border Reimbursement Passes House
May 23, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott today expressed his gratitude to the United States House of Representatives for including $12 billion in President Donald J. Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” to reimburse states for expenses incurred while addressing the ongoing border crisis. The funding is intended to compensate states like Texas that have invested significant resources in securing the southern border amid what Abbott and...
Neighboring Hunt County Receives Portion of $6.8 Million in Grants
May 23, 2025 – AUSTIN— During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $6.8 million in grants, funding 24 trail construction and maintenance projects across the state. The National Recreational Trails Fund (NRTF) supports recreational trail construction, renovation and acquisition through grants funded from a portion of the federal gas tax generated by fuel purchases for off-highway...
*Update* Authorities Searching for Missing Teen
May 23, 2025 – ***Missing Person has been located***Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office released a photo early Friday morning of a missing teen from the Hopkins County area. Evelyn Vazquez The 16-year-old female is identified as Evelyn Vazquez who was last seen at her workplace (McDonald’s) on Thursday evening. Authorities believe she may be with Angel Daniel Garduno Guerrero, age 25, and traveling in a 2010 Chevy Malibu...
Governor Abbott Announces Record-Breaking $46.3 Million In Grants To Serve Veterans And Their Families
May 22, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) today announced over $46,315,000 million in Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants will be distributed to 175 organizations across the state. Approved by TVC Commissioners at their meeting last week, FVA grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations and local government agencies throughout Texas that provide direct services to veterans and...
