Hopkins County Genealogical Society Upcoming Seminar Early Bird Registration
March 27, 2026 – Below is the flyer for The Hopkins County Genealogical Society annual genealogy seminar on June 20, 2026. Following the “save the date” announcement, they invite you to register now to take advantage of their “Early Bird” rates. Early registrations are greatly appreciated as they help the Genealogical Society determine the necessary venue size. Knowing the attendance numbers early allows...
Official Media Statement: TPW Commission Passes Updated Proof of Residency Requirements
March 26, 2026 – AUSTIN— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved updated proof of residency requirements for residents, nonresidents and foreign residents buying a recreational hunting or fishing license in Texas. The new amendment takes effect Aug. 1, two weeks before annual hunting and fishing licenses become available for purchase Aug. 15. The intention of this change is aimed at preventing fraud and...
Veterinary Science Certificate Program Promotes Early Steps on Career Path
March 26, 2026 – AgriLife Extension program guides students with hands-on training and coursework March 23, 2026 – by Kaydee Free Rural communities across the U.S. face a growing shortage of veterinary professionals, creating challenges for pet owners, livestock producers and agriculture industries. For Steven Perez, Evelyn Arnold and Thomas Gee, the path to becoming veterinarians started in different places but took shape...
TxDOT Rural Transportation Improvement Program 2027-2030 Virtual Public Meeting
March 26, 2026 – PARIS DISTRICT Rural Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) The 2027 -2030 Rural TIP is underway to identify local projects that are eligible for federal funding. TxDOT’s Paris District will conduct an online virtual public meeting for community members to review projects identified to be included in is the Rural TIP and assess how they reflect the community’s needs and goals. What is the Rural TIP? It...
Dinner Bell for April 1, 2026
March 24, 2026 – WEEK OF: April 1, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: Clayton Homes The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. Clayton Homes has been a Community Partner with Dinner Bell every year since the Easter meal in 2018, even donating the hams that are the centerpiece of...
Finches Are a Good Thing
March 26, 2026 – SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas — If you’ve noticed finches returning to your yard day after day, it’s not by accident. Wildlife experts say these small birds are creatures of habit, drawn to reliable sources of food, water and shelter. Once finches identify a yard that consistently meets their needs, they add it to their daily routine. That’s why homeowners often see the same birds—or flocks—reappearing regularly,...
Enter to Win Two Free Tickets to the Knights Of Columbus Fish Fry – Week Six
March 26, 2026 – KSST has two tickets for the Annual Knights of Columbus Fish Fry. They will be cooking that USA catfish and all the trimmings every Friday evening during lent. This is the sixth fish fry of 2026. These tickets are only good for the March 27th meal. To enter to win the tickets, comment on this post on Facebook. One winner will be chosen at random. Grand Knight Chris Aguilar hand breading that USA Catfish....
TEXAS AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT TO SKIP CESAR CHAVEZ DAY OBSERVANCE
March 25, 2026 – AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced the Texas Department of Agriculture will not observe Cesar Chavez Day this year, citing agency operations and ongoing controversy surrounding Chavez’s legacy. Miller said the agency will remain fully operational on March 31, emphasizing the need to support farmers and ranchers without interruption. “Here in Texas, agriculture doesn’t take a day off,...
Alliance Bank Sponsors Mingo Scheduled for April 9
March 24, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Alliance Bank is supporting local healthcare as a DUDE Sponsor for Mingo, the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s fun-filled bingo night benefiting their annual free men’s clinic. Visit Mingo2026.GiveSmart.com to sponsor a prize, reserve a table, or purchase tickets for the April 9 event. Thank you, Alliance Bank! Alliance Bank Sponsors Mingo Scheduled for April 9
Two Long-Running Gala Traditions
March 24, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s well-known Gala is full of history and traditions, some better known than others. Two long-running traditions are opening with a prayer and the national anthem. The prayer began at the second Gala held in 2007. Wanda Galyean was the chairperson of the event, and Jackie Thornton was the Foundation’s executive director. ...
