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Brightstar Republican women will host a Hopkins County Candidate Forum on Tuesday, January 9, at 6:00 pm at the First Baptist Church “ROC” Building in Sulphur Springs. Candidates for Commissioners, Constable, Tax Assessor-Collector, and Sheriff, will participate. There are no Democratic candidates for Hopkins County offices. The forum is open …
Read More »Sulphur Springs Vandalism Under Investigation
The Sulphur Springs Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance after some weekend vandalism. During the night of Friday, January 5, an unknown subject spray painted graffiti on commercial buildings and structures within Pacific Park. If anyone has any information on the suspect’s identity, please get in touch with Lt. …
Read More »Weekly Road Report
TxDOT Atlanta District January15 – January 22 Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas state line, widening highway I-30 – From FM 989 to FM 3419, an extension of frontage roads. FM 2148 closed under the I-30 bridge & at N. Frontage/Hampton Rd, detour in place. FM 2148 …
Read More »Signature Sponsor Announced For Health Care Foundation’s Gala
Signature Solar will be the Marquee Sponsor of the upcoming Hopkins County Health Care Foundation 18th Annual Gala on January 27. Its sponsorship will benefit the community by expanding the availability of local healthcare resources. Thank you to James Showalter and his team at Signature Solar! From left to right …
Read More »New Boston Pedestrian Struck And Killed
A 44-year-old Bowie County woman was run over and killed New Year’s Eve on Hwy 8 in New Boston. State The State Trooper’s preliminary investigation shows that a Chevy Trax was traveling northbound and struck 44-year-old Alisha Mcculler Parker, New Boston, who was crossing the roadway. She was pronounced deceased …
Read More »Paris Police Report For Friday, January 5
An officer on routine patrol Thursday afternoon at 4:48 chanced upon a three-year-old child alone on the sidewalk in the 300 block of East Price. The child was barefoot and wearing a short-sleeved shirt. The officer took custody of the child and tried locating a family member. Eventually, he located …
Read More »New York City Sues Texas Bus Companies
New York City filed a lawsuit on Thursday against 17 bus and transportation companies that Texas hired to take thousands of migrants to the city as part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s immigration policies. New York City is seeking $708 million in damages from the companies, which is how much they …
Read More »Roan Oak Masons Gave Nursing School Scholarships
The Roan Oak Masonic Lodge of Garretts Bluff helped six Paris Junior College nursing students breathe easier last month when they awarded them $500 scholarships. The scholars who received the scholarships were Kelsey Evans, Crystal Fuller, Isaac Castillo of Paris, Leticia Hernandez of Sulphur Springs, Jordan Martin of Powderly, and …
Read More »Bonham Woman Still Missing
It’s been nearly a month since friends last saw 36-year-old Danielle Croft in Bonham. They last saw her on Gates Street around 3:00 am, and they declared her missing the following day. Authorities have used ground forces and a drone in the search for Croft. Other law enforcement agencies and …
Read More »Sulphur Springs Cell-O-Core Plant Closing
The Cell-O-Core plant in Sulphur Springs has closed its doors and will not re-open. Sulphur Springs City Manager Marc Maxwell confirmed the closing. They have not released any information concerning the number of employees affected. Cell-O-Core was a significant manufacturer of straws and the exclusive manufacturer of biodegradable Penka products. …
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