Beef Tallow Ready to Make a Huge Comeback
Seed oils may be going on the naughty list. February 21, 2025 – Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent confirmation as the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is poised to influence dietary guidelines and food industry practices, particularly concerning the use of beef tallow. Kennedy has been a vocal advocate for incorporating beef tallow, or rendered beef fat, into cooking, asserting its health benefits over seed oils....
Turkish Eggs May Help Meet US Demand
February 21, 2025 – In response to a severe avian influenza outbreak that has significantly disrupted egg production in the United States, Turkey has agreed to export 15,000 tons (approximately 33 million pounds) of eggs to the U.S. by July 2025. This initiative, coordinated by Turkey’s Egg Producers Central Union, aims to alleviate the egg shortage and stabilize soaring prices affecting American consumers. The U.S. has...
National Invasive Species Awareness Week Feb. 24-28, Supports Initiatives to Prevent Harmful, Non-Native Plants and Wildlife
February 21, 2025 – AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages Texans to take steps to prevent the introduction and spread of harmful invasive species that negatively impact the state’s natural resources and economy. National Invasive Species Awareness Week, scheduled for Feb. 24 – 28, is an initiative to raise awareness of the threats of invasive species and provide solutions on how to prevent their...
Geri Nolen
January 31, 1956 — February 16, 2025 Quinlan Geri Nolen, age 69, of Quinlan, Texas passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Geraldine Sue Nolen was born on January 31, 1956 in Calexico, California to Orville Clyde and Wilma Pauline (Carnahan) Blankenship. She married Robert Terry Nolen in Fredonia, Kansas on July 18, 1975. Geri is survived by her daughters, Stacie...
Cecilia Ann Hill
March 31, 1948 — February 15, 2025 Sulphur Springs On February 15, 2025, Ann Hill, age 76, of Sulphur Springs, TX passed away peacefully in her home and is now present with her Lord and Savior. Ann was born on March 31, 1948 to Cecil and Majorie Ray in Elk City Oklahoma and was raised in Texas. After graduating from Sunray High School, she worked at the Sunray drugstore. She met her love, Ray Hill, dated, and eventually married on...
Annual Bingo Fundraiser March 1st
February 20, 2025 – The annual fundraiser for the Como-Pickton Band Booster is Saturday, March 1st. Doors open for concessions and card sales at 5:30 pm, Bingo calling starts at 6pm. This year, some notable prizes are a Sony Playstation 5, a Meta Quest VR headset, tickets to a Texas Ranger’s game, Guided fishing tour on Lake Fork, Rough Rider’s game tickets, round of golf for two, and many restaurant, shopping, and...
Dan Patrick Investigates Lottery Ticket Reseller After $83M Jackpot Win
February 20, 2025 – Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has launched an investigation into Winners Corner, an Austin-based store, after it sold an $83.5 million winning Lotto Texas ticket. The store is owned by Jackpocket, a lottery courier service that buys tickets on behalf of customers. The investigation stems from concerns over potential conflicts of interest, as Jackpocket operates both as a ticket purchaser and retailer...
Sulphur Springs ISD Closed on Friday February 21, 2025
February 19, 2025 – This is a reminder that all SSISD campuses and buildings will be closed on February 21, 2025. The closure will be for the annual NETLA Junior Market Show. Best of luck to all the Wildcats showing their projects this year!
KFC Moves Headquarters from Kentucky to Texas
February 19, 2025 – In a surprising turn of events, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), an iconic brand deeply rooted in Kentucky’s history, has announced the relocation of its headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky, to Dallas, Texas. Founded by Colonel Harland Sanders in 1952, KFC has long been associated with Kentucky’s cultural and culinary identity. The move aims to position the company closer to a growing business hub, allowing...
Frances Skelton
February 12, 1946 — February 17, 2025 Sulphur Springs Funeral service for Frances Skelton, age 79, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. Interment will follow at Martin Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mrs. Skelton passed away at Christus Mother...
