Jerry Lamb
February 23, 1947 — June 19, 2025 Brashear Jerry Lee Lamb, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Brashear, Texas surrounded by loved ones on June 19, 2025. Jerry was born on February 23, 1947, in Longview, Texas to Louis Amos Lamb and Mary Bernice Voorhies, and he was lovingly raised by T.D. Gafford after the untimely passing of his father. Jerry married Lynda Robinson on February 23, 1991, in Upland, California. He was a...
Paris District Road Report for Week of June 23, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting June 23, 2025. 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...
Kenneth Stieber
July 22, 1968 — June 18, 2025 Sulphur Springs Visitation for Kenneth Stieber, age 56, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. A military graveside service honoring his life and service will take place at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Restlawn Memorial Park. Honorary pallbearers will include Jeff Wells, Darian Chaney, Tommy Sanderson,...
Gregory Lynn Heinz
A Mount Pleasant resident of 71 years, Gregory Lynn Heinz, passed away in hospice care Friday, June 13, at Mount Pleasant Assisted Living. Greg had a passion for people of all walks of life, golf, animals and especially his beloved 1972 MPHS graduates. In his high school years, he earned state recognition as a member of the MPHS golf team, Region II, Class 3A Golf Champions, third in State. Also, in 1972 he was the Region II, Class 3A...
Tick Talk: How to Spot, Avoid and Remove Ticks in Texas
June 20, 2025 – Texas A&M AgriLife expert shares tips to stay safe this tick season As temperatures rise and Texans spend more time outdoors, the risk of tick bites increases across the state. It’s important to know how to spot, avoid and remove ticks in Texas, whether you’re hiking, camping, ranching or gardening. Pete Teel, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Research entomologist and Regents Professor in...
John Wayne Booth
John Wayne Booth, long-time resident of Mt. Pleasant, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born in Lamar County, Texas, on May 11, 1936, to Bedford Edward Booth and Malvina Williams Booth of Paris, Texas. He was preceded in death by his son, Ronny Booth. John served his country in the United States Army. John worked for many years as an electrician, a trade he took great pride in, and...
Social Security Administration Raises Full Retirement Age
June 20, 2025 – Beginning May 2025, pre-retirees will need to wait longer to receive their full Social Security benefits. The full retirement age (FRA) has increased gradually since 1983, after former President Ronald Reagan signed the Social Security Amendments. For those born in 1960 or later, the full retirement age is 67. The FRA change was phased in over 22 years, and the full retirement age of 67 is effective for those...
Mary Frances Barnett (Parker)
Funeral service for Mary Frances Barnett (Parker) age 93, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. There will be no formal visitation. Lloyd Gene Parker, Johnny Ross, Don Huffstetler, Wayne Caldwell, David Brewer, and Robert Ellis will serve as pallbearers. Ms. Barnett passed away at Rock Creek Health and Rehabilitation in Sulphur Springs on...
Linda Crowder
April 11, 1950 — June 19, 2025 Sulphur Springs Linda Crowder, age 75, of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away at Carriage House Manor under the care of Heritage Hospice on Thursday, June 19, 2025. No services are planned at this time. Linda Crowder was born on April 11, 1950, in Fresno, California to James Wesley and Patricia Mae Thomas Crowder. She was retired from working as a self-employed seamstress. She was active at the Sulphur...
Designer Handbag Bingo Table Sales Begin Monday at Midnight
June 19, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Tables for the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo go on sale this Monday, June 23rd. Seats at this event are highly coveted, so we recommend having a game plan with your tablemates to ensure you get to play. Luxury handbags from designers such as Louis Vuitton, Staud, Chloe, Tori Burch, Stella McCartney, Consuela, Brighton, Strathberry, and Kate Spade will make...
