Colony Ridge aka “illegal immigrant hotbed” Raided
February 26, 2025 – In a sweeping immigration operation in Colony Ridge, Texas authorities arrested 118 individuals suspected of involvement in illegal immigration activities. The coordinated effort by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) targeted what officials have described as an “illegal immigrant hotbed” within the...
Drummond to Take Top Spot at Commerce ISD
February 26, 2025 – After a competitive search including 44 applicants, the Commerce ISD Board of Trustees has named Steve Drummond as the lone finalist for Superintendent. The extensive application process, conducted by the Walsh Gallegos Treviño Kyle & Robinson law firm, led to six finalists being interviewed before the Board made its decision. Drummond is currently the Commerce ISD Director of Human...
Texas Measles Outbreak Potentially Spreads to Two Universities
February 25, 2025 – Texas health officials issued alerts regarding potential measles exposure at two state universities. A resident from Gaines County, who later tested positive for measles, visited Texas State University in San Marcos on February 14. During the visit, the individual was on campus between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., and also dined at Twin Peaks Restaurant from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The following day, February 15, the same...
Mitigating the Impacts of Invasive Species in Texas
February 24, 2025 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Invasive species cause many negative impacts to the Texas landscape, from the displacement of native trees to potentially killing entire species. Because of their widespread impact, Texas A&M Forest Service takes great lengths to help mitigate their impacts and is highlighting those efforts during National Invasive Species Awareness Week. Invasive species have two main...
Sponsorships Sought for April’s Man Bingo
February 24, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Man Bingo, known as Mingo, is slated for Thursday, April 10 at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Sponsorships are on sale for the event. A Big Daddy Sponsorship runs $2,500 and includes a front-row reserved table with 8 bingo packets. Sponsors’ names and logos will be displayed next to the prize sponsored, and the sponsors’ logos...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn February 26th
February 24, 2025 – Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Tx. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites anyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to join us. For this month’s session you are encouraged to bring your laptop or tablet, along with your sack lunch, salad or drive-through meal....
For Those That Always Felt Applebee’s Needed Pancakes on the Menu – IHOPlebee’s
February 24, 2025- Seguin, Texas is now home to the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the United States, offering a unique dining experience that combines the best of both popular chains. This innovative concept allows customers to mix and match menu items from Applebee’s and IHOP, with all options available at any time of the day. Whether guests are craving IHOP’s signature pancakes for dinner or Applebee’s famous...
Citations Given to People Trying to Smuggle Eggs Across Southern Border Into Texas
February 24, 2025 – Raw egg imports from Mexico are prohibited under U.S. regulations aimed at preventing the spread of diseases like avian influenza and Newcastle disease. Since January, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in the area have intercepted over 90 individuals attempting to bring raw eggs into the United States from Mexico. Travelers should be aware that fresh eggs, raw chicken, unprocessed avian products,...
Missing Man Found Deceased in Franklin County
February 24, 2025 – Larry Smith was reported missing on February 13th and an investigation into his whereabouts has been ongoing. During a search of multiple locations over the preceding 10 days, his body was located near Texas Highway 37 at the county line between Franklin and Red River Counties. There are persons of interest in custody on unrelated charges. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by Mount...
East Texas Fire and Nature Festival Coming to Tyler Nature Center in April
February 24, 2025 – TYLER — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department invites the public to learn about the importance of fire in nature at the East Texas Fire and Nature Festival. The event takes place 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. April 5 at the Tyler Nature Center, 11942 FM 848, Tyler, TX 75707. The free festival demonstrates the multiple benefits of prescribed fire and focuses on increasing public familiarity and understanding of its role in...
