North Hopkins Victorious Over Como-Pickton; Bi-Distric Coming Up
October 27, 2023 – The North Hopkins ISD Volleyball Team won in three straight matches and secured their seat in bi-district play Friday night. Como-Pickton huddles up during the second game. NH dominated the first match. Como-Pickton rallied and led for the first haft of the second set. In the third and final game, both team shared the lead. North Hopkins took a time-out in the final minutes of the third set. See the final...
Kettle Corn Rain or Shine at the Hopkins County Stew Contest
October 27, 2023 – Steve and Zandria, who are relatively new to the area, are setting up their popcorn business in the vender area at the Hopkins County Stew Contest. Their spirits are high, and they will be popin’ corn rain or shine. They also brought freshly made ‘fall inspired’ flavors, and time-tested-standards like butter and cheese corn. Look for the PopStyle booth next to the CANHELP booth in the center...
Historic $345 Million Approved for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects Across Texas
Major increase in funding to help provide transportation alternatives and safer access to schools and amenities Oct. 26, 2023AUSTIN — New sidewalks, bikeways and other types of infrastructure will help improve safety and enhance quality of life in Texas communities with approval by the Texas Transportation Commission of more than $345 million for projects across the state. The funding will go towards 83 projects that will...
Kenton “Kent” Kirkpatrick
Graveside service for Kenton “Kent” Kirkpatrick, age 62, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 2:30 P.M on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Greenpond Cemetery with Bro. Paul Ray Vititow officiating and Kerry Coker, Jerry Coker, Justin Blount, Deryl Leewright, Ronnie Reneau and Jacob Lively serving as pallbearers. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Mark Collins, Buddy Moorhead, Wes Carswell and Larry Walls. Visitation will bel...
Dwight Cecil Smith
Funeral services for Dwight Cecil Smith, age 74, of Sulphur Springs will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 27, 2023 at West Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. Kirk Reams officiating. Interment will follow at Brigham Cemetery with Drew Smith, Chantry Rayl, Brent Shut, Robert Smith, Gus Ransom and Jackie Pool serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Walker Lackey and Justin Conaster. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior...
Carolyn Ruth Johnson
Carolyn R. Johnson was born December 29, 1947, to Clifford and Libbie Johnson in Greenville, Texas. Carolyn accepted Christ at an early age. Carolyn had several employees during her work history. She was employed at Pilgrim Pride in Pittsburg, Texas; she was also a Barber and worked at Grocery Supply in Sulphur Springs, Texas for many years. Carolyn entered eternal Life on October 25, 2023. She was proceeded in death by both parents,...
Ruth Davis
Funeral service for Ruth Davis, age 86, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 2:00p.m. Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Chapel with Dr. Jeff Gravens, Fred Lewis and C.J. Duffey officiating. Interment will follow at the City Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00p.m. Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mrs. Davis passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Ruth...
Heavy Rains Increase Flooding Dangers
October 26, 2023 – Hopkins County received much needed rain overnight, but drivers need to be wary of localized flooding on roadways as the rain will continue through much of the day and the runoff continues after the rain stops. Turn Around – Don’t drown! Drivers should remember to NEVER drive into water that covers the roadway as it is impossible to know how deep the water may be. As little as one foot of water...
Emma Jean Delcambre
Funeral service for Emma Jean Delcambre, age 79, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 11:00 A.M on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. H.B. Nash officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. There will be no formal visitation. Ms. Delcambre passed away on Tuesday October 24, 2023 at Christus Mother Frances, Sulphur Springs. Emma Jean was born on March 4, 1944 in Campbell, TX to...
Trinity Harvest Church Will Host a Harvest Festival October 29, 2023
Trinity Harvest Church invites the public to their Harvest Festival October 29th, 2023, beginning at 5:30pm. You can expect Bounce Houses, Hay Rides, Games, and Candy. Come join in the fun! Trinity Harvest Church is located at 1150 Shannon road east in Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 Trinity Harvest Church Harvest Festival
