Texarkana Police arrested a Northeast Texas man in connection with the September slaying of a woman in Texarkana. Police arrived at a residence and found that the boyfriend, Rodney Lindley, had shot 30-year-old Mercedes Young and fled the scene. They transported Young to a hospital, where she later died. They …
Read More »Embrace “Christmas In The Park” 2023
Cooper, TX — December at Cooper Lake State Park is more magical than ever! Picture yourself on a crisp evening, gathered around a blazing campfire, roasting marshmallows, and sharing enchanting Christmas stories. The serene howls of distant coyotes accompany the tranquility of the night. Gaze upwards and glimpse a shooting …
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Sponsors For Lights Of Life Gala
Sharon (center), Charles Helm (2nd from right), and Clarion Pointe are sponsoring the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 18th Annual Gala on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Joining the Helms for a commemorative photo are John Sellers, Gala chair (left), Adam Teer, Clarion Pointe general manager (2nd from left), and Kim …
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Gala Proceeds Benefit Hopkins County Citizens
For twenty-six years, the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation has had one goal: to improve healthcare in Hopkins County. We have come a long way, baby! The Foundation has funded millions of dollars of medical equipment, projects, and technology through the local hospital and hospital district. The Foundation has saved …
Read More »New Sponsor For Healthcare Foundation
The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation appreciates Chad’s Media’s support. In particular, the videos and coverage of the Gala help highlight the Foundation’s work and its impact on the local community. Surrounded by Chad’s Media employees are, in the middle, Chad Kopal, owner of Chad’s Media, and Gala Chairs John …
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Death Penalty Won’t Be Sought Against Man Charged With Murdering Two Dentists
Smith County prosecutors have decided not to seek the death penalty for a Tyler man accused of killing two dentists when he became angry over his dentures. Smith County indicted 41-year-old Steven Alexander Smith on a capital murder of multiple persons charge in connection with the incident.
Read More »Charges Dropped Against Former Athens ISD Bus Driver
Officials dismissed the charges against a former Athens ISD bus driver in connection with a fatal crash his bus had with a freight train in 2019. The crash killed 13-year-old Christopher Bonilla and seriously injured nine-year-old Joselyne Torres.
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