A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, January 5, 2025
Hey friends!! So my trash can is at the end of my driveway so I usually throw the bag on my golf cart and shuttle it down there. This morning as I was driving down the driveway, I could smell the trash and an odd hint of trash scented lemon?! Someone thought it would be a great idea to SCENT trash bags as if to “disguise” the smell of the trash to lemon?! What were they thinking?!? Now I had smelly trash that had a hint of...
Barb Julian
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Kay Julian, 80, of SulphurSprings, TX on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born in Streator, IL to Donald and Kathryn Hepner.She married the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Julian in June of 1964. Barbara, known as Barb to most, loved to spend time with family and friends and she rarely sat idle.She loved to play bridge and to host various gatherings from dinner parties,...
Paris District Road Report for Week of January 6, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting January 6, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Charles Fredrick Sisson
October 1, 1966 — January 2, 2025 Emory Charles was born on October 1, 1966, In Abelene, Kansas, to Kinney and Vicky Sisson (Stewart). He worked as a security guard. Charles enjoyed hunting and fishing, working with vehicles and riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed animals. Charles had a huge heart, was very outgoing and happy, and deeply cherished his family. He is survived by his life partner Tammy Ziegler of Emory, Texas; son...
Sheila Joan Yoder
January 28, 1954 — January 3, 2025 Sulphur Springs Memorial service for Sheila Joan Yoder, age 70, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mrs. Yoder passed away at her home on Friday, January 3, 2025. Sheila Yoder
Dinner Bell for January 8, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church Dinner Bell Sponsor Partner: John & Mary Heilman, JHH Investments 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. On January 8, 2025, the Dinner Bell Feeding Ministry is beginning its Thirteenth Year of...
Lord’s Supper Saturday
January 3, 2025 – The Lord’s Supper will be held Saturday at 717 E Jefferson in Sulphur Springs.
Betty Ruth Lindsey
April 14, 1934 ~ January 1, 2025 (age 90) Funeral Service for Betty Ruth Lindsey will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 16, 2025 at West Oaks Funeral Home with Visitation at 10:00 one hour prior to the services. Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Scurry, TX. With our condolences.
Rick Shaver
Richard “Rick” Havey Louis Shaver, 75 years old, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, TX. Rick was born on October 9, 1949, in Mesa, AZ to Marjorie (Cawdrey) Shaver and Emmert Shaver. After his mother’s passing, Rick moved to Seattle, WA to live withhis Auntie Bess, where he developed a love for the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From flying “super connies” in...
Brine Operation Scheduled for Bridges, Major Roadways
TxDOT prepares for possible winter weather January 2, 2025 PARIS – Due to the possibility of winter weather, TxDOT crews plan to begin brine operations on Interstates 30 and US 75, starting today/Friday. All bridges across the nine-county district are also scheduled to receive an application of brine, which is a solution consisting of salt and water designed to help prevent ice and snow from sticking to surfaces. The Paris District...
