Breast Cancer Support Group Gathers for a Speaker and Christmas Potluck
December 13, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – A heartwarming Christmas potluck was enjoyed by the festive members of the Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group, sponsored by the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation, during their monthly meeting on December 8. Ladies who have or have had any kind of cancer, not just breast cancer, are invited to become part of the meaningful facet of the community. Leslie Northcutt, owner of...
Paris District Road Report for December 15, 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 December 15, 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...
Canteen 2.0 Hosts “Steppa Central” Every Thursday in December
December 12, 2025 – Canteen 2.0, formerly VFW Post 8560, is hosting “Steppa Central” every Thursday in December. The activities take place from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. The address is 1 Veterans Drive, Sulphur Springs, Texas, 75431. All ages are welcome, however, kids must be accompanied by an adult. There’s music, dance, food, and more. Entry is free. Hosted by Jaila Phillips. American flag 44 440579 distressed...
Timothy Darryl Cheek
August 26, 1964 – December 11, 2025 Timothy Darryl Cheek, 61, beloved husband, father, and friend, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Tim was born on August 26, 1964, to John and Ella Cheek. Tim shared 36 wonderful years with his beloved wife and best friend. They loved spending time together, traveling and going places, riding the golf cart, and simply enjoying life side...
William Dean Gifford
December 18, 1957 — December 7, 2025 Sulphur Springs William Dean Gifford, age 67, of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Christus Mother Frances Hospital – Tyler. There are no services planned at this time. William Gifford was born on December 18, 1957, to Arthur William and Lucille (Logue) Gifford in New Bedford, Massachusetts. He made his career working as a maintenance man. With our...
Hopkins County Jury Delivers Life Sentence to Man Convicted of Possession of Child Pornography
December 11, 2025 – SULPHUR SPRINGS – A Hopkins County jury convicted Jason Crossland, a Sulphur Springs resident, of two counts of possession of child pornography—one count for a video depicting the sexual assault of a child and one count for possessing fewer than 100 visual items of a child engaged in sexual conduct. While performing their duty, the jury was required to review explicit evidence as the prosecution proved...
Dinner Bell Menu for December 17, 2025
December 11, 2025 – WEEK OF: Dec. 17, 2025 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Christus Health Systems Christus Health was founded on January 28, 1999, with the merger of Houston’s Sisters of Charity Health Care System and San Antonio’s Incarnate Word Health System; however, its story extends back to 1866, with the founding of St. Mary’s Hospital in Galveston, Texas by the Sisters of Charity. In 2016 Christus merged with...
Alice Marie Nash Moore
Alice Marie Nash Moore was born to Artie Mea Kelly Nash and Sidney Nash on December 4, 1952. She was born into a big family, 2 sisters: Bobbie Fay Nash Brown and Alfreda Kelly Malone. 4 brothers: William Ray Nash (Melba), Charles Edward Nash (Linda), Robert Joe Nash (Greta), and Billy Ray Kelly. Alice accepted Christ at an early age while growing up in Hopkins County and graduating from Sulphur Springs...
Robert Williamson
Robbie Williamson March 25, 1962 — December 10, 2025 Mr. Robbie Williamson passed away at Caraday of Mount Vernon on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Robbie was born on March 25, 1962, in Lynwood, California to Dan and Catherine (Nordeman) Magee. He enjoyed fishing, collecting coins, collecting guns, playing the guitar and watching his favorite TV show, Star Trek. Robbie’s great passion in life was being a Butcher. He was married to...
Winter Depression on the Rise as Shorter Days Bring Seasonal Challenges — Experts Urge Texans to Hold on to Hope
December 10, 2025 – As Texas approaches the winter solstice — the shortest day of the year — mental health professionals say cases of depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) are beginning to climb, mirroring national trends. Shorter daylight hours, colder weather, and reduced time outdoors all contribute to what is commonly known as “winter depression,” a condition that affects millions each year. The winter solstice...
