A&M-Commerce and Austin Police Department Establish Preferred Path to a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice
Mar25

A&M-Commerce and Austin Police Department Establish Preferred Path to a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice

The partnership provides automatic admission for eligible department employees to obtain a high-value degree with no out-of-pocket expense. March 25, 2024 – AUSTIN, TEXAS: The College of Innovation and Design at Texas A&M University-Commerce and the City of Austin, Texas, have partnered to establish a preferred pathway for Austin Police Department officers to earn their Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with an...

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It’s a Red Oak, BUT!!! From Master Gardener David Wall
Jan21

It’s a Red Oak, BUT!!! From Master Gardener David Wall

January 21, 2024 – You’ll recall (I hope!) that all oaks are either red oaks or white oaks. With only a very few exceptions, all red oaks have pointed lobed leaves, while white oaks have rounded lobes. With that introduction, the tree for discussion this week is one that few in our area are familiar, the shingle oak (Quercus imbriicaria). It’s a red oak, BUT it has no pointed lobes. Shingle oaks are no longer regarded as a tree...

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So Long Best Western Hello Red Roof
Jan12

So Long Best Western Hello Red Roof

SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS, January 10, 2024 – Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof Inn & Suites® Sulphur Springs, Texas, at 1521 Shannon Road East. Owner Valor Hospitality LLC invested more than $250,000 in renovations to the property, which included updating guest room furniture and adding new in-room amenities. Conveniently located off I-30, the 70-room Red Roof Inn & Suites...

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The Annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony Will be Held December 16th
Dec07

The Annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony Will be Held December 16th

December 7, 2023 – Please mark your calendars and join us across Hopkins County on  Saturday, December 16th @ 11:00 a.m. for the annual Wreaths Across  America ceremony. We will be joining 4,000+ cemeteries and thousands  of volunteers across the United States to REMEMBER the FALLEN.  HONOR those who SERVE, and TEACH the next generation the VALUE  AND SACRIFICES OF FREEDOM!  This is a family oriented event and we encourage...

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Tyler Pipe, Blacklands Railroad Cut Ribbon on new Partnered Hub
Nov02

Tyler Pipe, Blacklands Railroad Cut Ribbon on new Partnered Hub

November 2, 2023 – Representatives of Tyler Pipe, Blacklands Railroad, and the City of Henderson gathered on a chilly Monday morning to celebrate the ribbon cutting of Tyler Pipe’s new Industrial Drive location. Joe Holzbauer, plant manager of the Tyler Pipe plant in Tyler, TX, did the honors donning the giant shears and ushering in a new era for the near 100 year old company and its Blacklands Railroad partner. “Tyler Pipe has...

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Historic $345 Million Approved for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects Across Texas
Oct27

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...

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Solar Power Proves Useful Amid Intense Heat Waves Across The State
Jun28

Solar Power Proves Useful Amid Intense Heat Waves Across The State

As Texas is subjected to another sweltering heat wave, people have nervously watched the state’s power grid, in hopes it will hold up as tripe-digit days continue on. Under the blazing sun, the state has produced significant amounts of electricity from solar panels to help avoid shortfalls. The heat has pushed demands for power to new records,, topping 81,000 megawatts on Tuesday, but the state’s grid operator as only...

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Texas House’s Version Of The Senate’s School Voucher Bill Would Reduce The Program’s Scope And Replace The STAAR Test
May10

Texas House’s Version Of The Senate’s School Voucher Bill Would Reduce The Program’s Scope And Replace The STAAR Test

May 10, 2023- The Texas House education committee is planning to vote Wednesday on a new 80-page version of the Senate’s priority school voucher program proposal, which would drastically limit the scope, make changes to the state’s standardized test and remove the bill’s restriction on teaching about gender and sexual orientation. Senate Bill 8, by Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe, passed the Senate last month....

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James Moten Recognized As City’s Most Tenured Active City Employee
Jan15

James Moten Recognized As City’s Most Tenured Active City Employee

The City of Sulphur Springs is known for the dedicated employees. In fact, nearly 2 dozen employees have worked 20 or more years for the City. At the top of that list is James Moten, the City’s most tenured active employee, a distinction previously held by Kathie Steele until her retirement in 2021. Health permitting, Moten said has no immediate intention of retiring. He has worked in at least three different city departments during...

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Inpatient Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis Offered At CHRISTUS For Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease
Jan09

Inpatient Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis Offered At CHRISTUS For Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease

January 9, 2023 By Jennifer Heitman, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Sulphur Springs, Texas – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. New Service offered: Peritoneal Dialysis CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital- Sulphur Springs is now offering inpatient hemodialysis and...

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