J. Yvonne Cheatham Wintters
A graveside service for J. Yvonne Cheatham Wintters. age 89, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, October 23, 2023, at Liberty Baptist Cemetery in Hawkins, Texas. Buddy Wiggins will be officiating. Mrs. Wintters passed away at Christus Mother Frances in Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Friday, October 20, 2023. J. Yvonne was born August 5, 1934, in Hawkins, Texas to Clarence and Eunice Thomas Pace. Yvonne married Andy F. Cheatham on August...
Prevent the Spread of Invasive Pests and Diseases
October 20, 2023 – Don’t move firewood, prevent the spread of invasive pests and diseases COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Texas A&M Forest Service urges all Texans, and especially outdoor enthusiasts, to help reduce the spread of oak wilt and invasive insects by taking preventive measures and being cautious when collecting, transporting and purchasing firewood. As Texans travel for hunting or camping trips, they may...
Is it OK to Switch Between AC and Heat During the Fall?
October 20, 2023 – Warm fall days can turn chilly once the sun goes down—enough that you might be tempted to run your air conditioning during the day and then turn on the heat at night. If it’s hot enough during daylight hours for the AC and cool enough over night for the heat, there’s really no harm in using both on the same day. However, it’s a good idea to ease one system off before switching on the other. Here are a few tips...
Bonnie Fry
Funeral service for Bonnie (Carter) Fry, age 86, of Brashear will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Chapel with Bro. Mark Garrett and Bro. Johnny Darrow officiating. Interment will follow at Greenview Cemetery with Shanda Ramm, Syrus Hurst, Chase Tyndell, Josh Banta, Trevor Dotson and Tanner Dotson serving as pallbearers and Steve Banta, Stewart Hurst and Steve Hurst serving as honorary...
Joseph Stanley Jeffcoat
Joseph Stanley Jeffcoat, 71, departed his earthly life for his eternal home on October 16th surrounded by his beloved wife Bonnie, children, and his fur-babies. Joseph was born to Martha Stanley Durant on June 4, 1952 in Dallas, Texas. He graduated in 1970 from Cumby High School. Joe’s first career was a draftsman. He held many titles /positions and ultimately retired from UTMB in 2017. Joe is survived by his wife of 23 years: Bonnie...
The 17th Annual Heritage Square Car Show will be Held November 4th
The 17th Annual Heritage Square Car Show will be held November 4th, 2023, Downtown Sulphur Springs! The event is presented by the Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance. Judged Awards include The Nolan Cason Memorial Award, Best of Show, Best Foreign Car, Best Original Restored, Mayor’s Pick, Best Tri 5, and so many more! Vehicles must be 1993 or older to participate. Registration takes place 8:00am to Noon. Awards will be...
Hal Edward Romack
Hal Edward Romack, age 87, was born April 10, 1936 in Brashear, TX to Lester and Reba Romack. He passed away peacefully at home Monday, October 16, 2023. Hal graduated from Sulphur Springs High School in 1954 and after working a few years in Dallas, joined the US Army and was stationed in Germany. After discharge he went into the dairy business on the family farm. Hal was a member of Caney Baptist Church in Pickton, TX. Hal married...
Proposition 1 Protects Texas Family Farmers and Ranchers
By Russell BoeningTexas Farm Bureau President October 16, 2023 – Proposition 1 on the Nov. 7 statewide ballot is a monumental opportunity for Texas farmers and ranchers and for Texas agriculture. The language on the ballot reads: “The constitutional amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management.” More than 97% of our farms and ranches in...
Pat Wayne Rhodes
Graveside service for Pat Rhodes, age 89 of Tyler, Texas will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at Restlawn Memorial Park. There will be no formal visitation. Mr. Rhodes passed away on Friday October 13, 2023 at Brookdale Tyler South. Pat was born on May 1, 1934 in Pine Forest Texas, to Emmitt and Burtha (Gray) Rhodes. He married Patsy Sanders on February 25, 1966 in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Pat served in the US Army....
Education Issues at the Forefront of Candidate Forum
All six of the Texas State Representative candidates for District 2 attended a Candidate Forum in Sulphur Springs last week. The Forum was sponsored and hosted by Hopkins-Rains Retired School Personnel and was focused only on education issues. This group is a local chapter of the statewide organization, Texas Retired Teachers Association. HRRSP and TRTA do not endorse candidates, but members wanted to hear how...
