Another Opportunity to Support Small Businesses in Sulphur Springs December 20th
December 16, 2024 – Local small businesses are coming together to put on a Christmas Treasure Hunt Friday, December 20th, 2024, downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas. Red boxes will be hidden through out downtown Sulphur Springs. Find the mysteries red boxes and return them to their businesses in exchange for a prize. The boxes and be hunted from Noon to 6:00pm Friday, (the 20th). The Christmas Treasure Hunt is open to all ages. Come...
Signature Solar is the Marquee Sponsor for the 19th Gala
Sulphur Springs, Texas – For the second year, Signature Solar has agreed to be the Marquee Sponsor forThe Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s annual Gala. Signature Solar’s Senior Director of Shared Services and a member of the Foundation’s Board ofDirectors Kenny Rogers shared, “At Signature Solar and EG4 Electronics, we are committed to thiscommunity and are honored to support the Foundation’s efforts to strengthen local...
New Paris Junior College Vice President Not New to Paris Junior College
December 16, 2024 – Keitha Carlton, former Controller for Paris Junior College, has returned to PJC to take on the role of Vice President of Business Services. “We are excited to welcome Keitha back to Paris Junior College,” said Dr. Stephen Benson, PJC President. ”She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from her time in higher education. Keitha will be a great addition to the Leadership Team of the College and will help...
Roberta Newsome
Roberta Winona Newsome, age 98, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at her residence with her loving family around her. Roberta was born on February 8, 1926 in Hopkins County, the daughter of Martin Jones and Effie Stephenson Jones. Roberta was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family. She is survived by one son, William Penson and wife Jeanie of Sulphur Springs, daughter, Sarah Dunn and husband Marshall of Sulphur...
Diane Logsdon (Doss)
Diane Logsdon, age 86, of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at a hospice hospital in Burleson, Texas, after a brief stay. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Inurnment will follow at Pleasant Grove North Cemetery in Sulphur Springs. Pallbearers will be Greg Logsdon and Rick Logsdon. Honorary pallbearers include Thomas John Logsdon,...
Jose Angel Gonzalez
August 11, 1935 ~ December 14, 2024 (age 89) Jose Angel Gonzalez August 11, 1935 –December 14, 2024 Jose Angel Gonzalez, born on August 11, 1935, in Alice, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 14, 2024. Joe lived a life full of love and devotion, both to his family and his country. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Hancock from 1952 to 1956. After his service, Joe graduated from Texas...
James Jones
James Jones loved jazz, reading the Wall Street Journal, chocolate, Arkansas, his dog named DOG, and walking. He was known on the east side of town for walking around the health department building on College Street while he read his newspaper. He was shy and was uncomfortable as the center of attention, but he was always willing to help others whether it be putting up Christmas lights on the buildings on the square, working for...
Paris District Road Report for Week of December 16, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 16, 2024. 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 distractions such...
Dinner Bell for December 18, 2024
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church 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. Benny and Sue Ann Johnson have been with Dinner Bell Ministry since it’s inception. They have blessed the ministry with their presence and smiles and greeting of...
New TxDOT Safety Initiative taps into the Lone Star Spirit
‘Drive like a Texan’ encourages safe behavior while driving December 15, 2024 – PARIS — People in Texas take pride in who they are. From holding the door open for a stranger to lending a helping hand to a neighbor, being a Texan is a way of life. But too many times, drivers leave that Lone Star spirit behind when they get on the road, which can often result in preventable crashes. To help instill that Texas spirit on the road,...
