Paris District Road Report for December 22, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting December 22, 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 as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Safety Message: Flash Floods
Flash flooding is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in Texas. If you encounter a flooded road, “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
- Never walk, swim, or drive through still or moving flood waters. The water may be hiding dangers such as debris, tree branches, power lines, or damage to the road. As little as six inches of fast-moving water can cause motorists to lose control of their vehicle, even a pickup truck or SUV.
- Stay informed about weather conditions when you are driving.
- Be especially careful driving at night when it can be harder to see flood dangers.
- If your vehicle stalls in deep water, leave it and move to higher ground if you can do so safely.
Here’s the law
- Never drive around barriers blocking low water crossings or flooded roadways. Penalties include a fine of up to $2,000 and/or up to 180 days in jail.
- Tampering with roadway warning signs or barriers is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to two years in jail, or both.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
Grayson County:
US 75, from the Collin County Line to FM 902. This project will widen the US 75 mainlanes from the Collin County Line to FM 902 to six lanes. The project will also reconstruct the bridge at County Line Road and construct new u-turn bridges in Van Alstyne near Simmons Loop and in Howe south of Hall Cemetery Road. This project will convert the frontage roads from two-way operation to one-way operation. Two lanes on the US 75 main lanes will remain open in each direction during the daytime hours with occasional lane closures during the nighttime period. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads during construction. A reduced speed limit of 65 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project.
The frontage roads in Van Alstyne were converted to one-way traffic on Wednesday, June 11th. This one-way conversion happened on both the east and west sides of US 75 from FM 121 to Blythe/Farmington Road. After the pavement work is complete, both lanes of the frontage roads will be opened to traffic. There will be a section of frontage road near Northridge Road and Simmons Loop that will be reduced to one lane in order to construct the new u-turn bridge over US 75.
The frontage roads in Van Alstyne on both the east and west sides of US 75 from County Line Road (CR 375/Panther Parkway) to FM 121 are one-way roads. The pavement work is completed, and both lanes of the frontage roads are open to traffic. There will be occasional lane closures to install work zone striping & other remaining works. The section of frontage road on the east side of US 75 between Kelly Lane and County Line Road will remain as two-way traffic in order to allow traffic on Kelly Lane to travel to County Line Road.
US 75 frontage roads in Howe were converted to one-way traffic on October 23. This one-way conversion happened on both the east and west sides of US 75 from Blythe Rd to Hanning St. Lane closures will be in place during the conversion in order to complete pavement repairs and to overlay the roadway with a new surface. After the pavement work is completed, both lanes of the frontage roads will be opened to traffic.
US 75, from SH 91 (Texoma Parkway) to US 82. This project will rebuild the US 75 mainlanes from SH 91 to US 82 as well as reconstruct the entrance and exit ramps on US 75. The project will also reconstruct bridges at Taylor Street, Lamberth Street and the US 75 main lanes over US 82 and reconstruct the frontage road intersection at SH 91. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project. Two lanes on the US 75 main lanes will remain open in each direction during the daytime hours with occasional further lane closures during the nighttime period. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads during construction.
The US 75 frontage road U-turn at the US 82 frontage road intersection travelling southbound to northbound is closed to traffic to allow crews to continue work on a portion of the new US 75 main lane bridge over US 82. During this closure, traffic is asked to go through the US 75 and US 82 frontage road intersection by making a series of left turns.
US 75 northbound exit ramp to Lamberth Rd. (Exit 63) will be closed from August 20 to December 24, 2025. This is a long-term closure, and drivers should use the adjacent exits.
Eastbound/Westbound Taylor St. will remain closed until April 2026.
US 75 northbound frontage road from Lamberth to north of westbound frontage road will have nightly lane closure from December 01 to December 31 from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM. These closures will be short duration closures for mobile operations.
US 75 northbound & southbound frontage road from Lamberth to north of westbound frontage road will have daily lane closure from December 01 to December 31 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These closures will be short duration closures for mobile operations.
US 75 southbound frontage road from 300 feet north of westbound frontage road to 300 feet south of eastbound frontage road will have daily lane closure from December 01 to December 31 from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM. These closures will be short duration closures for mobile operations
US 75 northbound frontage road from FM 691 to Spur 503 will have full lane closure from January 05 to 18. This closure will be to reconstruct the frontage road.
US 75 northbound entrance ramp from Spur 503 will be closed from January 06 to 13. This closure will be for high mast installation.
Westbound/Eastbound frontage road from 300 feet east of northbound frontage road to 300 feet west of southbound frontage road will have daily lane closure from December 01 to December 31 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
US 75, from US 82 to North Loy Lake Road. This project will rebuild and widen the US 75 mainlanes from four lanes to six lanes as well as reconstruct the entrance and exit ramps on US 75. The project will also reconstruct bridges at FM 691, Iron Ore Creek and Spur 503, and add U-turn bridges at Loy Lake Road in Sherman and Spur 503 in Denison. A reduced speed limit of 65 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the mainlanes of US 75 as well as frontage road lane closures within the project. Watch for nighttime lane closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 mainlanes, as crews work to construct the new pavement section.
Westbound Spur 503 is closed to traffic near US 75 as the connecting northbound and southbound frontage roads are being built at the new Spur 503 bridge. Westbound traffic will travel to the intersection of Spur 503 and the northbound frontage road and will go north on the new frontage road to access northbound US 75. Motorist wishing to go south will follow the northbound frontage road to Loy Lake Rd, and take the U-turn and continue south until the next available entrance ramp to southbound US 75.
The U-turn lanes for the US 75 frontage roads at FM 691 are closed to traffic to allow crews to work on constructing the middle portion of the new US 75 bridge over FM 691. During this closure traffic wishing to make a U-turn at the intersection is asked to turn left onto FM 691 and make another left at the next signal light.
The exit ramp from northbound US 75 to North Loy Lake Road in Denison is closed permanently. Travelers who wish to access North Loy Lake Road from northbound US 75 will detour up to Crawford Street, make a U-turn at the Crawford Street intersection, and head south on the frontage road to reach North Loy Lake Road.
US 75, from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set on the mainlanes for this construction project. Watch for shoulder closures and occasional lane closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between SH 91 and FM 1417 as crews work on completing the remaining work on this project. Watch for occasional lane closures on the frontage roads between FM 1417 and SH 91.
US 75 Overlay, from near FM 84 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for lane closures on northbound and southbound US 75 as crews will be working from Sunday night through Friday morning during the overnight period. Occasional lane closures will be present at night for crews to overlay the roadway with hotmix. Lane closures will begin at 7:30 pm at night and should be reopened to traffic by 6 a.m.
SH 5, in Van Alstyne from Williams Way to Blassingame Avenue. Watch for daytime lane closures on SH 5 as crews work to install a shared use bicycle and pedestrian trail. The trail will follow along SH 5 from the existing trail at Williams Way to Blassingame Avenue, then along Tolson Avenue, then along Main Street where it will connect with Van Alstyne Parkway. Motorists should expect delays during the daytime work hours as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.
US 82, from the SH 91 to the Fannin County Line. Watch for daytime lane closures on the US 82 eastbound and westbound main lanes as crews work to perform pavement repairs and then a pavement overlay on the surface. Motorists should expect delays during the daytime work hours.
US 75 debris pickup, from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday during the nighttime.
US 377 in Tioga, from South of FM 922 to North of Mc Knight Rd. and from Hinton St. to Shawnee Dr. This project will widen US 377 on each side of the roadway to allow for the addition of a center left-turn lane. This project will also install traffic signals at the intersection of US 377 & FM 121 and at the intersection of US 377 & FM 922. Watch for shoulder closures and occasional daytime lane closures on the northbound and southbound US 377 main lanes as well as on FM 922. Motorists should expect delays during the daytime work hours as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.
Two new traffic signals in Tioga were activated in November. The new traffic signals were activated at the US 377 & FM 922 intersection and at the US 377 & FM 121 intersection. The traffic signals were fully activated to signal mode on Wednesday, November 19.
Southmayd Rd at Elba Creek, The bridge at Elba Creek was closed beginning June 25. The bridge replacement is completed and opened to traffic on December 03. Construction crews will continue working on the remaining minor items and motorists are requested to slow down as they drive through the work zone.
FM 697, from east of FM 2729 to US 69, This project will widen FM 697 on each side of the roadway to make the shoulders wider. The project will also safety treat fixed objects and add one course surface treatment on the full width of the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.
Sister Grove Rd., Contractor closed the bridge on Sister Grove Rd at West Prong Sister Grove Creek to replace the existing bridge. The Contractor completed the bridge replacement work and opened it to traffic on October 31. The Contractor will continue working on the remaining minor items with occasional daily lane closures. Drivers are requested to slow down, watch for construction workers and obey construction signs as they travel through the work zone.
Prescott Rd, Southmayd. Contractor will be performing bridge replacement work on the Prescott Road bridge located between Johnny Watson Road and Jelley Road in Grayson County. The bridge on Prescott Road was closed in both directions on December 01. The bridge will remain closed until March 2026. Road closure signs will be installed on the roads leading to the project to inform drivers. Drivers can use Johnny Watson Road, Jelley Road and Southmayd Road as an alternate route.
US 377 southbound between Tioga and Collinsville. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform bridge repair work on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 69 and SH 160. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform debris removal work on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 75 Various locations. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform pothole repair work on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 56 from Southmayd to Whitesboro. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform level up work on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 131 North of FM 84. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews perform level up work on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 69 between Bells and Whitewright. Watch for daytime lane closure as maintenance crews assist design team perform material sampling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
Fannin County:
Bonham State Park, Park Road 24. Park Road 24 in the Bonham State Park will have daytime lane closures while crews rehabilitate the main road, camping spots and parking lots within the park. Detour routes will be present during construction to allow for the flow of traffic.
FM 68, at the North Sulphur River bridge. FM 68 at the North Sulphur River bridge replacement is completed and the bridge is open to traffic. However, construction crews will continue working on the remaining bridge structure and roadway final works. During this final stage, traffic is asked to watch for workers and equipment and drive slowly when going through the work zone.
FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect occasional delays as the contractor performs the final minor activities in the work zone.
FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 opened to all traffic on 6/23/2025. Construction crews will continue working on minor items at this location. Motorists should expect delays as there will be daily lane closures through the construction zone.
SH 78 from FM 273 to Oklahoma State line: Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek. The onsite detour on CR 1202 at Tributary of Brushy Creek has been removed. The new bridge is competed and open to traffic. Traffic is asked to approach the bridge slowly and drive at an appropriate speed through the work zone while crews continue working on finishing the remaining bridge work.
CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary. CR 2865 at Sanders Creek Tributary was closed to traffic on Monday, April 21 to allow for replacement of the bridge. The bridge at Sanders Creek Tributary is completed and opened to traffic. The bridge on CR 2825 at Sanders Creek was closed on June 21 & the Contractor demolished the bridge. The bridge is now completed and opened to traffic.
SH 78, from FM 981 to Collin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform overlay operations on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
Hopkins County: No updates this week
Franklin County: No updates this week
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
Lamar County:
US 82 / Lamar Avenue, from 42nd street in Paris to Division Street in Blossom. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews perform pavement repairs and resurfacing.
BU 271 B, from 18th Street SE to 34th Street SE. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the north and south sides of the roadway.
US 271, at the intersection of FM 2648 and at the intersection of FM 3298. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures as crews install roadway illumination within the right of way.
SH 19/24, Lamar & Delta Counties: from LP 286 intersection to SH 19. Watch for temporary lane closures and lane shifts while crews resurface the roadway, perform bridge rail upgrades, and bridge maintenance.
US 271, Lamar & Red River Counties: from FM 196 North to SH 37. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews remove tree and brush from within right of way.
US 82, Lamar & Red River Counties: from State Loop 286 in Paris to Bowie County Line in Red River County. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.
1st ST SW & South Main St., Lamar County: from Hearne St. in Paris to Kaufman ST. in Paris. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install a bike lane and perform pavement and curb repairs.
FM 195, at Six Mile Creek. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews perform bridge maintenance.
Delta County:
SH 24, at Doctor’s Creek. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews perform bridge maintenance on the northbound structure.
SH 154, from SH 19 to BU 24. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.
Red River County:
FM 2120, from FM 2573 to SH 37. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
Northeast Texas Trail, Clarksville, Texas. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.
Northeast Texas Trail, from BU 82J to Annona East City Limits. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.
Northeast Texas Trail, from Annona East City Limits to Bowie County Line. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.
BU 82 J, from FM 2825 to High Street (Clarksville). Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews install sidewalk on the south sides of the roadway.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903) 455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
SH 34, From Traders Road to FM 1570. This project will construct a turning lane, consisting of culvert extensions, roadway widening, overlay, and striping. Work on this project is currently suspended due to utility conflicts. TxDOT is working with utility owners to relocate utilities. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 2642, from FM 35 to SH 66. The contractor has set work zone signs and barricades. The contractor is installing rebar on the south end of the project from I-30 to FM 35. Contractor is performing concrete paving at night from SH 66 to FM 35. Contractor is also performing maintenance on driveways. Buc-ee’s driveway on FM 2642 is now closed as the project prepare to enter the final construction phase. Buc-ee’s can be accessed from Shaw Rd. The intersection of FM 2642 and Shaw Road is temporarily a 4-Way Stop until the final phase of construction is complete. Look for traffic signs and limit distractions. Please slow down, be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 512, from SH 34 to FM 118. Barricades and traffic signs are in place. Contractor will be installing flex base and geogrid. One-way flagger operations are currently set up through the work zone. Expect minor delays. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
SH 276, from FM 751 to CR 3609. The 2.6-mile rehabilitation project will add a center turn lane. The contractor has placed barricades and work zone traffic signs. Work has been delayed due to different site conditions. TxDOT is working on a change in scope. Work should start back after the New Year. Expect delays in the workzone. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 36, from US 380 to SH 66. The 6.11-mile project will rehabilitate roadway surface and add safety end treatments. Contractor is performing patch repairs. TxDOT is finalizing negotiations with contractor to change surface to hot mix overlay. Flagger controlled traffic control is in place during construction operations. Expect slight delays and follow pilot vehicle. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
I-30 Interchange Improvements, from Monte Stratton to FM 1903. Barricades and advance warning signs are in place. Drill shafts are installed at FM 1903. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
I-30 Improvements, from CR2511 to FM 36. Temp wall work is ongoing. Contractor will be performing cement treatment and hot mix paving for detours around FM 36 and FM 1570 area frontage roads. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
District Wide Lighting / Safety Improvement. Contractor is performing work at SH 276 & BS276, SH 276 & CR 3611, SH 276 & FM 2297 AND SH 154 & CR 2174. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
Hunt and Rains Counties:
Hunt County and Rains maintenance crews will be performing pothole and sign repair work, and mailboxes throughout Hunt and Rains County.
Hunt County maintenance crew will be performing overlay on SH 24 from I-30 to Commerce. Spot Base Repair will be happening on FM 2358 from SH 34 to End of Maintenance. Flaggers will be present at both locations. Crew will be performing bridge maintenance work in various locations. Maintenance contractors will be performing guardrail repair at various locations.
Rains County maintenance section will be performing roadway prep work on FM 1565. Right of Way vegetation management will be taking place in various locations. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
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Thee Hubbell House Destroyed by Fire
December 20, 2025 – Winnsboro, TX — Thee Hubbell House, a beloved historic bed & breakfast and event venue at 307 W. Elm St., was severely damaged in a significant fire Friday night, local authorities and news reports confirm. EastTexasRadio.com
The property — known locally as Thee Hubbell House and historically cherished for its antique-filled guest rooms, oak-shaded grounds, outdoor pool, library, banquet spaces, and free breakfast service — sustained heavy fire damage that’s expected to interrupt its operation as both a lodging destination and event venue.
The bed & breakfast had long been part of East Texas tourism, drawing visitors for its charm, Victorian-style interiors, and proximity to Winnsboro’s downtown arts scene. It also hosted weddings and meetings, serving as a social hub for residents and guests alike.
At this time, details about the cause of the fire, injuries, or the full extent of structural loss have not been released publicly. Local residents have shared on community social pages that the blaze was visible from across town and elicited an outpouring of concern and prayers for the site and those involved.
The SSHS Lady Cats Competed Against Caddo Mills December 16th in Basketball Action
December 19, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cats challenged the Caddo Mills Lady Foxes in basketball action Tuesday, December 16th, 2025. The game was played in Wildcat Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this game. KSST’s Sports Director, John Mark Dempsey, called Play by Play. Worth noting, a talented singer performed an awesome rendition of our great National Anthem, however, we unfortunately experienced problems with our equipment during the impressive performance and we had to adjust the volume. We are very disappointed this happened and we meant no disrespect to the United States of America, the National Anthem, or to the gentleman who impressively performed this wonderful song. We profusely apologize. God Bless America!
Alert from Gafford Chapel WSC: Water Outage
Date: Dec 19, 2025
You may be experiencing low water pressure or a possible outage due to a major leak in the Ridgeway area. Our system operator is trying to find the leak to make repairs. Please watch for possible leaks in your neighborhood to help us locate it. Call Daniel Romans at 903-439-5049 to report it.
This is an old picture and does not represent the current situation.
Time is Running Out to Honor Friends and Family with a Snowflake Recognition
December 18, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Snowflake Campaign is well underway, but time is running out to recognize friends and family before the end of the year.
This is the fun program that allows donors to honor someone with a snowflake to be displayed in the lobby of the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs. The honoree is made aware of the recognition by the Foundation staff.
These gifts allow the Foundation to purchase a new piece of equipment for the healthy benefit of the community. This year a new blanket warmer will be bought and donated to the new surgical wing at CMF-SS.
A version of this campaign has been run by the Foundation for over twenty-five years. Since 2022 it has funded a mid-year purchase of new medical equipment. Each year a new item is selected to fill a medical need. The last three years have allowed the Foundation to purchase a SureWash GO hand hygiene training station, a new ICU bed, and two cooling tents.
If you would like to participate in the Snowflake Campaign, visit Snowflake2025. GiveSmart.com or call 903-438-4799 to learn more.
The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is a 28-year-old, IRS 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization serving Hopkins County. The Foundation fund free clinics, educational program, and the purchase of medical equipment and technology. It does this because its Board feels local citizens deserve the best healthcare possible.
Photo 1: The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation elves are quickly preparing the
notifications to the honorees so they know they have been recognized.
No need to buy things or wrap presents! Let the Foundation notify your favorite people that
you thought of them by recognizing them with a Snowflake.
To learn more about the campaign visit Snowflake2025.GiveSmart.com.
Photo 2: Don’t delay! Get your snowflake today before they melt!
The Foundation’s Snowflake Campaign is raising money to purchase a blanket warmer for the
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs new surgical wing expansion. Santa’s
helpers, Susan Smith and Emily Nance, add to the snowbank in the hospital lobby.
To honor or memorialize a special person or persons with a snowflake, visit
Snowflake2025.GiveSmart.com or call 903-438-4799.
The Sulphur Springs ISD Wildcat Bands 2025 Christmas Concert was Held December 11th
December 17, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs ISD Wildcat Bands 2025 Christmas concert took place Thursday, December 11th, 2025. The concert was held at the Sulphur Springs High School Auditorium in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The festive concert was well attended. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this Holiday show piece. Enjoy! Merry Christmas!
Texas Woman Accused of Hiding Razor Blades in Walmart Bread
December 17, 2025 – A 33-year-old Texas woman, identified as Camille Benson, was arrested Tuesday in Biloxi, Mississippi, after authorities say she placed razor blades inside loaves of bread sold at two Walmart stores.
Customers first discovered blades in bread at the Walmart Supercenter on December 5 and again at a Walmart Neighborhood Market on December 8. After additional complaints surfaced on December 14, store employees inspected stock and found multiple loaves that had allegedly been tampered with.
Benson was charged with attempted mayhem and is being held on a $100,000 bond. Police have not publicly identified a motive for the alleged food tampering.
The Biloxi Police Department has urged anyone who purchased bread from the two affected stores to carefully check their products and report any signs of tampering. Law enforcement officials believe that no other Walmart locations beyond the Biloxi stores were targeted.
In a statement, Walmart said it has removed and thoroughly inspected all potentially affected bread products and is cooperating with law enforcement as the investigation continues. Customers who believe they bought a compromised item were advised to discard it and seek a refund from the store.
So far, there are no reported injuries linked to the alleged tampering.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Launches Tip Line to Enforce Texas Women’s Privacy Act
December 17, 2025 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced the launch of an online complaint system intended to help enforce the recently enacted Texas Women’s Privacy Act, or Senate Bill 8. The initiative is designed to allow Texans to report alleged violations by state agencies or political subdivisions that fail to restrict multi-occupancy restrooms, locker rooms, and similar facilities to individuals based on biological sex.
SB 8, approved by the Texas Legislature, requires state agencies—including public schools, charter schools, and state colleges and universities—to designate private spaces for use exclusively by individuals of one sex. The law also directs these entities to take reasonable measures to prevent individuals from entering facilities that do not correspond to their sex. The act took effect on December 4, 2025.
Paxton framed the law and the new tip line as necessary measures to preserve women’s privacy and safety. In announcing the initiative, he said SB 8 was passed to ensure “women and girls in Texas are protected,” and criticized what he described as contemporary cultural and political pressures. His remarks reflect ongoing national debates over gender identity policies in public spaces, particularly in schools and government-run facilities.
Supporters of the bill argue that it safeguards privacy rights and reduces the potential for misconduct in gender-segregated spaces. Critics contend the law targets transgender individuals and could lead to discrimination, adding that existing laws already address safety concerns. Legal analysts note that the measure may face constitutional or civil rights challenges, given ongoing litigation in other states with similar policies.
Paxton encouraged Texans to use the online complaint portal to report suspected violations. The Office of the Attorney General has not indicated how many complaints would trigger investigations or what penalties agencies might face, but officials say the system will assist in identifying noncompliance and guiding enforcement efforts as the law is implemented statewide.
Hopkins County Genealogical Society 2025 State Award Winners
December 16, 2025 – Congratulations to our 2nd place Winners from the Texas State Genealogical Society awards.
Carol Ann Dixon – Quarterly Editor was awarded 2nd place for the Hopkins county Heritage Quarterly .
Larry Pettit- Web Master awarded 2nd place for our website Hopkins County Genealogical Society
Library. https://hcgstx.org.
Thank you both for all your hard work.
Razor Blades Found in Bread at Mississippi Walmart Stores; No Texas Cases Reported
December 16, 2025 – BILOXI, Miss. — Police are investigating after razor blades were discovered inside baked goods at two Walmart locations in Biloxi, Mississippi, prompting a store-wide removal of bakery items and heightened safety warnings for customers.
According to authorities, customers and employees found razor blades embedded in loaves of bread and muffins at a Walmart Supercenter on CT Switzer Sr. Drive and a Walmart Neighborhood Market on Pass Road. Reports began around December 5, with additional items discovered by employees over the past week.
Biloxi Police say no injuries have been reported, but the investigation remains active. Officers are reviewing security footage and asking the public to provide any information that could help identify a suspect. The incidents appear to be intentional tampering, though police have not released details on how the items were altered.
Walmart confirmed that all potentially affected bakery products were immediately removed from shelves at both locations. The company said it is cooperating fully with law enforcement and reviewing in-store surveillance footage as part of its internal review.
Authorities are urging customers who may have purchased bread or muffins from the affected stores during the time frame to carefully inspect the products and avoid consuming them if anything appears suspicious.
Officials emphasized that the incidents appear isolated to the two Biloxi locations. There have been no reports of similar tampering at Walmart stores in Texas or elsewhere.
Police say consumer safety remains the top priority as the investigation continues.
