Taylor Nye

Our brilliant, funny, kind, humble, loving, supportive, giving, precious Bob went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 23, 2021. Bob was born in Kingman Kansas, on January…

Doctors Creek Unit Winter Wonderland – Friday, December 10th and Saturday, December 11th 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. both evenings. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and kick…

The Turkey Trot this morning was a perfect way to kick off the holiday. Proceeds benefit Journey Road for local foster families. Photos by Chad Kopal

The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce has assembled some Hopkins holiday gift guides for shopping ideas in the weeks to come. Now more than ever, it’s important to shop local. …

Here is wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! It’s hard to believe that 2021 is almost over. I hope you enjoy the holiday with family and friends – and then hit…

Getting or keeping cows in proper body condition throughout the winter can optimize pregnancy rates the following season.  Texas A&M AgriLife Extension information indicates that cows with proper body condition…

The North Pole of Texas sleighs its way into its 23rd year in Como-Pickton with jolly fun for the whole family.  Dates for the North Pole of Texas are: November…

EVENT AWARDS Rookies Bareback- Kash Martin Steer wrestling- Reginald McCullogh Breakaway- Reagan Cotton Saddle bronc- Brandon Langford Tie down- Dylan Hancock Team roping header- Blake Barnes Team roping healer- Milton…

The 2022 Hopkins County Business Directory is headed your way! The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce is currently putting together their directory, and is excited for its debut after the…

The Hopkins County commissioners court held a public hearing for a solar farm reinvestment zone in Saltillo, among other items of business at their November 22 regular session.  PUBLIC COMMENT…

Meet Brink, the Sulphur Springs Animal Shelter Pet of the Week! Brink is a 3 month old domestic short hair. She has had her 1st round of shots and is…

Monday Chicken Breast Stewed Potatoes and Gravy Normandy Vegetables Roll Tuesday BBQ Smoked Sausage Baked Beans Macaroni and Cheese Squash Casserole Wednesday Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Roll Thursday Chicken…

The Texas State Genealogical Society’s Annual Awards Ceremony was held virtually on Saturday, November 13, 2021.TxSGS awards ceremony was not held in 2020 because of Covid-19, so the number of entries was doubled.  The Hopkins…

Roper & White Attorneys at Law are hosting a Christmas childrens’ bicycle giveaway in 2021.  The event will take place December 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 519…

Each year Heritage Park & Museum at 416 N. Jackson Street is opened to visitors for Christmas in the Park, a twinkling wonderland of a bygone era that is sure…

The city of Cumby discussed water meter issues, among other items of business at their regular November meeting.  OLD BUSINESS The council opened the meeting at 6:30 p.m.  Mayor Doug…

The junior Wildcat cheerleaders attended their regional competition this Saturday. The 1st and 2nd grade girls took third. Third- sixth grade placed fourth and received the awards for best appearance…

EVENT AWARDS Rookies Bareback- Kash Martin Steer wrestling- Reginald McCullogh Breakaway- Reagan Cotton Saddle bronc- Brandon Langford Tie down- Dylan Hancock Team roping header- Blake Barnes Team roping healer- Milton…

UPDATE: Ashlyn Williams was named Miss UPRA 2021 Kaila McAnally-Miss Sheriffs Posse of Franklin County       Brelyn Carrillo- Miss Pro Ag Rodeo   Ashlyn Williams- Miss Champion Rodeo…

Funeral service for Joyce McDonald, age 88 of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at 3:00P.M. on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Shane Carrington officiating. Interment…

After several weeks of no news to report, I decided that the Tira News has run its course. I want to express my appreciation to all who contributed reports throughout…

Photos by Abbi Beggs

Everyone knows that Texas A&M alumni are passionate about their school. These Hopkins County Aggie moms were so thrilled about their college experience, they’re fundraising in order to award a…

No matter what age you are, it’s never too late to make friends! The Senior Activity Center hosted Friendsgiving on Nov. 17. The food was scrumptious and the company was…

This Thanksgiving, the Potato House in Sulphur Springs is coming together to serve those that don’t have a place to go for the holiday.  On November 21 starting at 11…

AgriLife’s Walk Across Texas program wrapped up this week with a celebration at the extension office at noon on Nov. 18. Participants were given certifications, and the top three participants…

Hopkins County’s Junior Heifer Show took place on Oct. 30, and helped the youth of the county exhibit their commercial cattle. It also provided scholarship opportunities for those involved. Top…

An EMS worker was left dead last night as the result of a crash in Hunt County.  At approximately 6:55 p.m., according to a report by the Department of Public…

The cowboys (and cowgirls) are back in town. The UPRA Final Rodeo is set to run Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 18-20, at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center. The competition starts nightly…

I’m excited to let you know that we have begun work on the 2022 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation…

Recently some  Extension offices in northeast Texas have receiving an unusually high number of calls about lady beetles inside homes.  The culprit is an exotic lady beetle called the multicolored…

Turkey Talk Every year around this time, I receive phone calls from individuals about selecting the correct size turkey, thawing, and cooking.  This holiday season, the challenge of selecting and…

The first annual Coats for Kids drive was a success, according to its organizers. Lead organizers Bethany Ashby and Danielle Cordero report the group took in $16,250 in donations and…

WHEN:  Thursday, November 18, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. WHERE:  HCGS Library, 611 N. Davis St., Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 WHAT:  Summary of DNA Evolution from 1st Human to Modern Day PRESENTER:  Don Easterling Don…

Two Titus County volunteer firefighters have recently died in the line of duty, according to reporting by East Texas Radio.  On the evening of Oct. 27, Sugar Hill Volunteer Fire…