Houston Named 2018 PJC Distinguished Alumnus
W. Robert “Bob” Houston, Ed.D., has been selected as the 2018 Paris Junior College Distinguished Alumnus. “Dr. Houston has been recognized as an innovator and pioneer in the field of education during a prestigious career at the University of Houston’s College of Education and we are honored to celebrate his accomplishments,” said Dr. Pam Anglin, PJC President. The award will be presented on Saturday, November 10, during the...
James Hunter
Mr. James Hunter, age 60 of Pickton, passed away on Friday, September 21, 2018 in Sulphur Springs. He was born on October 21, 1957 in San Angelo, Texas to Bill Hunter and Edna Palmer Hunter. He was retired from Texas Instruments in Dallas, Texas. He was preceded in death by his mother, Edna Hunter. He is survived by his father, Bill Hunter; sisters, Pam and Rebecca Hunter all of Pickton. Visitation will be held on Monday, September...
Lady Cats Drop District Opener in Royse City
Not a good start to district play for the #24 ranked Lady Cats’ volleyball team as they dropped their district opener at Royse City Friday (September 21), 3-1. The Lady Cats got off to a good start in set one and at one point led, 10-6. The Lady Bulldogs tied it at 12-12 and then dominated the rest of the set to take it 25-19. The second set, perhaps the key one, was one that got away from the Lady Cats. The Lady Cats played...
Sulphur Springs City Council Special Meeting Set for September 25, 2018
A special meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will be held at 6:00 p. m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in the Council Room at 201 North Davis Street. The following items will be discussed: Discussion/action on public hearing for the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 2727, the appropriations ordinance for the City of Sulphur Springs for FY 2018-19. Discussion/action on public hearing for the second and final reading of...
Hopkins County Commissioners Court Agenda for September 24, 2018
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING TIME: 9:00 A.M. DATE: Monday, September 24, 2018 PLACE: In The Commissioners’ Courtroom On The First Floor Of The Hopkins County Courthouse Located At 118 Church St., Sulphur Springs, TX. I. Invocation II. Pledge Of Allegiance To The Flag A. AMERICAN FLAG: B. TEXAS FLAG: “Honor The Texas Flag; I Pledge Allegiance To Thee, Texas, One State Under God, One And Indivisible.” The Following Items Will Be Considered...
Saturday Forecast
100% chance of showers and thunderstorms; Flash Flood Watch; High: 79; Low: 69; Wind: Northeast 5-10 mph.
Bradley Wayne Fleenor
Memorial service for Bradley Wayne Fleenor, age 57, of Rockwall will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at First Baptist Church, Spence Chapel with Rev. Fred Lewis officiating. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Chris Lyon, Steve Fleenor, Dwight Shetler. Mr. Fleenor passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 in Dallas, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. With our...
TxDOT Paris District Planned Work in Franklin, Hopkins Counties for Week Beginning September 24
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Franklin and Hopkins Counties during the week of Sept. 24, 2018. 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...
Game Day: Lady Cats Begin District Play at Royce City
There is a big Lady Cats’ volleyball match on this Friday (September 21) game day. The Lady Cats open district play on the road at Royse City. The varsity will play first beginning at 5 p.m. Freshmen and JV matches will follow. The Lady Cats’ varsity comes into the important match with a 24-7 record. They are coming off back to back matches in Wildcat Gym last Tuesday (September 18). The Lady Cats squeaked by Pleasant...
