The Texas Rural Education Association named Como-Pickton CISD’s Board of Trustees the School Board of the year. Board President D.J. Carr accepted the award Tuesday in Round Rock on behalf of the entire board, including Shiloh Childress, Cole Boseman, Jim Murray, DJ Carr, Brittney Smith, Clif Carpenter, and JJ Cummings.
Read More »Lake Fork Named Best Bass Lake In USA
Lake Fork https://www.lakeforktexas.com/ Bassmaster Magazine has named Lake Fork the No. 1 bass fishery in the U.S. for 2021. Overall, Texas had ten fisheries on the Top 100 list, Lake Fork, Sam Rayburn, O.H. Ivie, Toledo Bend, Ray Roberts, Conroe, Falcon, Choke Canyon, Texoma, and Caddo, creating a tie with …
Read More »Texas Workforce Commission Revamps Vocational Rehabilitation
AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is introducing “Start My VR.” It is an online self-referral portal for prospective vocational rehabilitation customers, providing a convenient way for individuals with disabilities seeking employment to inquire about Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services and be connected to a VR staff member. “Start My VR offers …
Read More »Parking In Celebration Plaza In Sulphur Springs for NE Texas Symphony Concert, Fireworks Show
Due to the safety zone needed for the fireworks display, some parking areas around the plaza will be closed. It includes the parking lot on the corner of Jefferson Street at Rosemont. Attached is a diagram showing the safety zone shaded in red and arrows indicating roadways that will be …
Read More »100 Club Of Lamar County Holding Major Fundraiser
From 100 Club of Lamar County Facebook Page The 100 Club of Lamar County has some exciting news to share! A local benefactor has challenged the 100 Club of Lamar County to a fundraising campaign to match up to $50,000 in donations. If you start a new membership for $100, …
Read More »Hopkins County Chamber Connection
By Butch Burney Summer may be a time for vacations and holidays, but a lot is going on at the Chamber. Adult Leadership, the stew logo contest, the upcoming Showcase, and a political luncheon are just a few of the things we are working on now. Here’s some information on …
Read More »City Of Paris Holiday Sanitation Schedule
The City of Paris Sanitation Department will maintain its regular collection schedule on Monday, July 5. Ordinary collection policy and procedures will apply. Anyone with questions should call 903.784.9289 X 1511.
Read More »Sulphur Springs Hotel Wins Two Major Brand Awards
The Clarion Pointe Hotel of Sulphur Springs has been recognized with prestigious “Best of Choice” and “Ring of Honor” awards from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), franchisor of the Clarion Pointe brand. The “Best of Choice” designation is awarded to the top hotels within the company’s domestic and international …
Read More »First Lady Coming To Texas
First Lady Jill Biden Another member of the Biden White House is visiting Texas Tuesday (06.29). Just days after the Vice President visited El Paso, the First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, will be in Dallas and Houston. She’s promoting COVID vaccinations in Texas. Baylor infectious disease expert Dr. Peter …
Read More »New Law Will Aid Released Inmates
A newly signed law makes it easier for former inmates to re-enter society. House Bill 569 erases fines and fees for the recently released. The bill’s author, Republican Scott Sanford of Collin County, says a misdemeanor proceeds a person’s prison sentence. The bill had bipartisan support. It’s called the Bonton …
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