Designer Handbag Bingo: What You Need to Know
August 4, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Designer Handbag Bingo, this Thursday, August 7, boasts thelargest lineup of prizes yet from designers such as Louis Vuitton, YSL, Gucci, Prada, Jacquemus, Brighton and more. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and bingo will begin promptly at 6 p.m. Allow enough time to buy extras and select a drink from the bar. Small bills such as 1’s, 5’s, and 10’s are suggested to make purchases faster. Table...
Cecil Wayne Rich, Jr.
Cecil W. Rich, a devoted family man and decorated U.S. Army Veteran, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at Christus Trinity Mother Frances, Sulphur Springs, reuniting in eternity with his beloved wife, Ursula. Cecil honorably served 20 years in the U.S. Army, completing two tours in Vietnam. His courage in battle earned him three Bronze Stars and an Air Medal. He carried his patriotism and discipline with him throughout his...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, August 3, 2025
Hey friends!! I remember driving down a county road recently and just being so overwhelmed by how lush and green everything was. It happened like overnight. One day it was all brown and lifeless and then in no time at all life began to spring forth; a new season upon us. And the Lord began speaking to my heart that a new season is upon us! Just as it says in Ecclesiastes that for everything there is a season,...
Shirley “MeMe” Edington
June 26, 1929 — August 2, 2025 Brashear Funeral service for Shirley Edington, age 96, of Brashear, Texas, will be held at 11:00 A.M. onWednesday, August 6, 2025, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Aaron Sanders officiating.Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Mrs. Edington passed away at Hopkins Court inSulphur Springs, Texas, on Saturday, August 2, 2025. With our condolences.
Jean Lummus
Funeral service for Jean Lummus, age 90, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs with Kevin Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Shooks Chapel Cemetery with Anthony Skeen, Mike Wesson, Shelby Hodges, Michael Crotzer, Nathan Speake, and Brian Ogles serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 9:00-10:00...
Paris District Road Report for Week of August 4, 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 August 4, 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...
Last Minute News on Saturday’s Marked Down Market
August 1, 2025 – Marked Down Market will open bright and eary Saturday August 2, 2025. A section of downtown Sulphur Springs will be the temporary home to 32 vendors from 9AM till 4PM. Here are some tips on maximizing your visit: Cash is king. Retailers will be marking items down to the point that credit card fees can cut into their profits. There are several ATM’s within walking distance. One of the more popular ways to...
Adam Wheeler
February 26, 1985 — July 24, 2025 Sulphur Springs Adam James Wheeler, 40, of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Born on February 26, 1985 in Tyler, Tx, Adam graduated from Alba-Golden high school in 2004 and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. Adam loved God and his family and was devoted to spreading the word and God’s love through his service to others. Adam is survived by his siblings...
The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Has Record Turn Out
July 31, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Breast Cancer Support Group met on July 14 and had its most well-attended meeting yet. Faces both new and familiar gathered to learn, share cancer stories, testimonies, and prayer requests, discuss outreach ideas, and enjoy each other’s company. Stacy Davis, MS, LPC, led a discussion on anxiety and how to stay strong for yourself and others...
Dinner Bell for August 6, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church SPONSOR: Dixon & Dixon Insurance Legacy Ag Credit 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. Dixon & Dixon Insurance, located at 750 Wildcat Way, Ste. B, is an independent insurance agency with over...




