Mamie “Maw Maw” (Fountain) Doss
Mrs. Mamie “Maw Maw” (Fountain) Doss, daughter of the late Stella Mae Templeton and Eugene Fountain was born February 16, 1937, in Mount Vernon, Texas. She attended the public schools in Red River County. She professed her faith in Jesus Christ at an early age. She attended Bookman Temple COGIC at the time of her homegoing. At Bookman Temple, she served faithfully as Mother of the Church. She was united in holy matrimony to Howard...
Enrollment is Under Way at Paris Junior College
ADVISING Maria Zuniga, left, Education Advisor for the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center, assists Shayla McGill of Sulphur Springs as she completes her paperwork for enrollment at the college. Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs TRIO student
Ronnie Lee Brown
Ronnie Lee Brown was born on October 16, 1976 to Ronnie Dale Brown and Cyndie Crow Brown. He passed away on June 11, 2023 at the age of 46. He is survived by his wife Janie of fifteen years, his daughter, Taylor, son, Landon, daughters, Laney, and Lilly; parents, Ronnie and Cyndie Brown; sister, Lauren Delivaudais and husband Jacques; nephew and niece, Jackson and Katelyn; Grandmother Nina Crow; aunts and uncles, Doug and Dana Crow;...
Gov. Abbott Signs Paper License Tag Ban
June 13, 2023- Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law HB718, authored by Rep. Craig Goldman, this Bill prevents the use of paper license tags in hopes of preventing illegal counterfeits from coming to the state and creating ‘Ghost Cars’. Ghost Cars are cars which have illegally acquired paper tags. These Ghost Cars become virtually untraceable with these tags. With the signing of the Bill all paper tags throughout Texas...
‘Allergy Capitals’ Top 10 Worst U.S. Cities For People With Pollen Allergies
Seasonal allergies are awful, runny nose, itchy throat and head congestion are some of the main symptoms we all suffer, these can usually be soothed with over-the-counter medication. However location may still impact how bad your allergy season will be. There are some cities that are more challenging to live in for people with pollen allergies. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America sifted through data of “the 100-most...
Better Business Bureau How To Spot A Credit Check Scam When Apartment Shopping
Moving this summer? Watch out for a new twist on fake rental ads. According to multiple BBB Scam Tracker reports, scammers use fake tenant credit checks to trick potential renters into compromising sensitive personal information. How The Scam Works You find a good deal on an apartment while browsing rental listings online. When you call the number to inquire, the owner asks you to complete a credit check before you can...
Two Candidates For State Rep. District Two Meet Hopkins County Commissioners
June 12, 2023- With the expulsion of previous State Rep. Bryan Slaton, Hopkins, Van Zandt and Hunt Counties have been without representation. Currently, a Representative for district two has not been selected as special elections will be held Tuesday, November 7. All candidates must submit their application no later than 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 6. Early voting will begin Monday, October 23, 2023. During commissioners...
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News Release 6/12/2023
Sulphur Springs, Texas, June 12, 2023 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. Welcome Father Justin Wylie At CHRISTUS Mother Frances, we combine medical expertise with compassionate care to promote health and relieve human suffering. We are a community of healing that embraces care for the whole person—the spiritual, physical, psychological, and social...
Texas Parks And Wildlife Commissioners Authorize Preserving State Park
June 12, 2023- At a special meeting, Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission authorized Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to file a petition for condemnation and pursue acquisition at fair market value of approximately 5,000 acres in Freestone County to preserve Fairfield Lake State Park and Fairfield Lake for public use. Commissioners also instructed TPWD Executive Director David Yoskowitz, Ph.D. to prepare a commission policy...
Paris Junior College Announces Students on President’s and Dean’s Lists
Paris Junior College is pleased to announce that thanks to their dedication and hard work, 243 students were named to the President’s and Dean’s lists for academic achievement during the Spring 2023 semester.To be eligible for the President’s List, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average, (straight A’s) on a minimum of 15 semester hours. Those on the Dean’s List must have a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average for at least 15...
