Gala Photo Release: Grocery Supply Company
January 15, 2026 – As longtime Foundation supporters since the beginning in 1997, the McKenzie family is a great example of the lasting community partnerships that have bolstered the success of the Gala over the past twenty years. Cheers to many more years of improving local healthcare and cheers to January 24! Grocery Supply Company is Gala-ready! The Foundation is grateful for their sponsorship
Gala Photo Release: Alliance Bank
January 15, 2026 -January 24 will include fabulous silent and live auctions, a delectable catered dinner, and dancing with a live band—all to thank the donors, sponsors, and volunteers who have made it all possible. Tickets are sold out, but certain items from the Live Auction and all items from the Silent Auction can be won online at Gala2026.GiveSmart.com. Proceeds will contribute to the surgical services expansion of CHRISTUS...
Gala Photo Release – Omega Hydration and Wellness
January 15, 2026 – The 20th Anniversary Gala will help fund the surgical services expansion of the local nonprofit hospital CHRISTUS Mother Frances – Sulphur Springs. For more information, visit Gala2026.GiveSmart.com. To learn more about the expansion, visit SpreadOurWings.GiveSmart.com. Gabriela Camacho of Omega Hydration and Wellness has generously sponsored the upcoming Gala to be held on January 24. The event will celebrate...
Como-Pickton CISD Gym Grand Opening January 18th
January 15, 2026 – Eagle Nation Alert! The wait is over! We’re excited to announce the Grand Opening of our brand new competition gym.Join us for a celebration you won’t want to miss. The Grand Opening event will be held Sunday, January 18th, 2026, beginning at 2:00pm. Como-Pickton CISD Gym January 18 2026 GRAND OPENING FLYER
Dinner Bell Menu for January 21, 2026
January 15, 2026 – WEEK OF: January 21, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Christus Health The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. A big shout out and thank you to Christus Health for their continued support of this food ministry into the New Year!...
Texas A&M Forest Service Publishes 2025 Annual Report
January 15, 2026 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service released its 2025 annual report, highlighting the agency’s impact. Texas A&M Forest Service is the lead agency in forest conservation and wildfire response in Texas. As a result, the agency works alongside countless communities, governments, non-profit organizations, citizens and first responders throughout the state and country. In...
Together for Freedom: A Texas Without Human Trafficking
January 15, 2026 – Human traffickers use Texas roads. Texas drivers can stop them. PARIS – Being a good Texan on the road isn’t just about driving kind, courteous and safe. It’s about looking out for each other, and that includes watching for the signs of human trafficking. While some behaviors on our roadways are obviously unsafe, the signs of human trafficking may not be as obvious. That’s why the Texas Department of...
Gala Photo Release: Cody Drug
January 15, 2026 – The event has raised more than 3.3 million dollars and completed 35 local healthcare projects over the past 20 years. This year, proceeds will help fund the surgical services expansion at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The expansion will double the number of operating rooms and expand the types of surgeries that will be offered locally. For underwriting, sponsorships, and tickets to...
Gala Photo Releases
January 15, 2026 – The Gala is officially sold out! To be added to the waiting list, call (903) 438-4799. The event has raised more than 3.3 million dollars and completed 35 local healthcare projects over the past 20 years. This year, proceeds will help fund the surgical services expansion at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The expansion will double the number of operating rooms and expand the types of...
Elsa Madrigal
February 25, 1957 — December 24, 2025 Cumby Graveside services for Elsa Madrigal, age 68, of Cumby, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Miller Grove Cemetery, with Raymond Delgado officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Simon Martinez, Jose Madrigal, Gonzalo Escandon, Luis Escandon, Daniel Tavarez, and Joshua Angel Escandon. Mrs....





