Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Gala to be Held January 27, 2024
December 3, 2023 – Sharon (center) and Charles Helm (2nd from right) and Clarion Pointe are sponsoring the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 18th Annual Gala to be held on January 27, 2024. Joining the Helms for a commemorative photo are John Sellers, Gala chair (left), Adam Teer, Clarion Pointe general manager (2nd from left), and Kim Sellers, Gala chair (right). For information about the Gala...
Michael Cleaver
A family-led graveside inurnment for Michael Cleaver, age 51, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Sulphur Bluff Cemetery with Pastor Phil Meadows officiating. Mr. Cleaver passed away on November 30, 2023, at Medical City in Dallas, Texas. Michael was born to Gerry Cleaver and Aundrea (Hoover) Merrell on July 11, 1972, in Garland, Texas. Aftergraduating high school, he went on to serve...
Paris District Road Report for Week of December 4, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 4, 2023. 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 as...
Dinner Bell Menu For December 6, 2023
The Money Law Firm and the First American Title Company will be the partner for The Dinner Bell Ministry for the sixth time in 2023 on December 6. For their commitment to this feeding ministry much praise is given. GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus on Wednesday morning starting around 10:30 a.m. MENU Shrimp,...
Adams Sentenced For Criminally Negligent Homicide
December 1, 2023 – Judge Eddie Northcutt sentenced Gerald Lee Adams to seven years in prison in connection with a vehicle crash that resulted in the deaths of four people in December 2022. Adams was involved in multi-vehicle accident on SH 19, near CR 4764, just south of Birthright. Four were killed and nine were injured. See the original story here. Adams turned himself in to authorities in August of 2023 to face four charges...
Buford Odell Love
Buford Odell Love, age 77, of Como, passed away on November 29, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who were fortunate enough to know him. Buford was born on September 2, 1946, to Cleburn Odell and Elsie Jane Love. Buford lived a remarkable life defined by dedication, integrity, and a love for his family and fishing. Buford’s journey began at Wood County Electric Company when he was just 17 years old....
Sulphur Springs Closing Portion of League Street For Urgent Repairs
December 1, 2023 – Sulphur Springs Capital Construction Director, Bryan Craig, announces that a portion of League Street (from Main St to Buford Circle) will be closed starting at 7:30 am on Monday, December 4, 2023 for urgent repairs to begin on the drainage system in that area. These repairs are expected to take several weeks as the work will be extensive.
Norma Newman
Graveside service for Norma Newman, age 90 of Yantis, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Yantis Cemetery with Bro. Byron George officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mrs. Newman passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023, at her residence. Norma Jean Newman was born in Memphis, TN on May 15, 1933, to Herman Christopher Coulter and Lula May...
Nathan Finke
Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home will direct Graveside Services on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 10 A.M. at Restlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers are Jason Palmer, Clint Palmer, John Kirkpatrick, Frank Griffin, and Doug Peak. Honorary Pallbearers are the Ross Volunteers. Mr. Finke passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, due to complications from diabetes. Nathan O. Finke, 76, was born on November 28, 1947, in Brenham, Texas to Ollie and...
Nancy Frue (Arthur) Davison
Nancy Frue (Arthur) Davison of Weaver, Texas passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, surrounded by her family. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 6-8 pm at Sam B. Harvey Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Sam B. Harvey Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Jordan and Bro. Daniel Kurtz officiating. Pallbearers will be Josh Redar, Derek McClure, Craig...
