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UPDATE: At 1:58 p.m., Arlington Police updated that the suspect had been taken into custody without incident.  An active shooter at Timberview High School near Arlington left four injured, according…

The Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT)—the largest state community banking association in the nation—recently honored Alliance Bank with a Best of Community Banking (BOCB) Award. The bank, based in Sulphur Springs, Texas, received a Community Spirit/Gold Eagle BOCB Award…

The city of Sulphur Springs will be applying for a $100 million grant for Thermo Mine and Northeast Texas Rural Rail Transportation District (NETEX) projects, per a decision at their…

Heart of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center hosted Caitlin Jane, singer/songwriter and motivational speaker on the evening of Oct. 5 at the Hopkins County Civic Center while they enjoyed ‘breakfast for…

Cumby Police’s participation in National Night Out to strengthen law enforcement relations with the community certainly did just that. Officers, kids and local leaders gathered together for good, clean fun…

Amateur Division 1- L4- Cole Lackey 2- Rail19- Katie Koon 3- Guaranty Bank- Brandon Williams 4- White Smoke BBQ- Chuck White 5- Patterson High Voltage- Raymond Patterson   Professional Division…

The Hopkins County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on the afternoon of October 5 to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act, among other items of business.  CITIZEN COMMENTS After…

The Creative Arts Contest, hosted by Hopkins County 4H, is for Hopkins County residents only, to enter arts items to be judged. It takes place in the Sulphur Springs high…

The Arts & Crafts Show, hosted by Hopkins County AgriLife, is for people to sell handmade items. Vendors don’t have to be from Hopkins County. It is located in the…

The Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT) is proud to announce that Tom Sellers, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Sulphur Springs-based Alliance Bank, has been elected…

Meet Berry, the Sulphur Springs Animal Shelter Pet of the Week! Berry is a year and a half old domestic short hair. He is fully vetted and microchipped. This boy…

  The Saltillo/ Mt. Vernon chapter of Young Farmers pulled off a successful hay show this weekend, raising over $12,000 for their chapter. Hay was judged on crude protein, TDN,…

​ Monday Parmesan Chicken On a Bed of Egg Noodles Italian Vegetables Garlic Sticks   Tuesday Cheeseburger Casserole Pinto Beans Broccoli   Wednesday Chicken Spaghetti English Peas Garlic Sticks  …

Judge Brad Cummings announces his intention to seek the Republican nomination for re-election as Hopkins County Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. Two. Judge Cummings has served the citizens of…

This weekend marks the 65th anniversary of the Reilly Springs Jamboree. Hopkins’ Joe Attlesey aka Joe Shelton ‘and his Sunshine Band,’ as they were billed, gathered in the Reilly Springs…

Photos by Taylor Nye

Photos by Taylor Nye

The Technical Destination Imagination Team had an amazing season this past year. They received 1st place at Regional Competition, 3rd place at the State Level, and then 3rd place in…

Northeast Texas hopes to apply for more than $100 million in grants under President Biden’s Build Back Better plan, including Northeast Texas Economic Development District (NETDD) with East Texas Council…

Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that a project to replace a bridge on CR 4712 in Hopkins County is slated to begin Oct. 10. The contractor, Highway 19…

The full schedule for tomorrow’s Ribeye Roundup is posted below. All information subject to change on the day of the event: 6:30 AM Teams begin to arrive to set up…

Communities In Schools-Sulphur Springs is raising money for kids in need by hosting a cornhole tournament on Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. CIS is a non-profit organization that works within…

Meet Beulah, the Sulphur Springs Animal Shelter Pet of the Week!   Beulah is a year old red point Siamese mix.  She is fully vetted and microchipped.  She can be a…

Starting in October, the Area Agency on Aging will be offering free Tai Ji Quan classes, also known as Tai Chi, at the Sulphur Springs Senior Activity Center.  Classes begin…

National 4-H Week 4-H members all across the country will be celebrating National 4-H Week, and our Hopkins County 4-H members are no exception!  County Judge Robert Newsom recognized the…

The North Hopkins Alumni Association is making plans for the alumni homecoming in the school cafeteria. Mark your calendars for Saturday evening, October 23rd and watch for more details to…

Texas Parks & Wildlife is hosting  a 6-hour Hunters Education classroom course in Mount Pleasant on Oct. 14. It will take place outdoors, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes…

Hopkins County’s AgriLife Extension Office only has three remaining spaces in the Cooking Well with Diabetes Series, and encourages those who have the condition or have a loved one who…

The Hopkins County chapter of United Way met for lunch on September 29 to celebrate their donors and discuss their goals for 2021.  “We appreciate your support and those that…

The 2021 Major League Baseball season is coming to an end. While this year was a big let-down for the 58-99 Rangers, there has been at least one bright spot…

Hopkins County’s FFA students showed up and showed out at local fairs, winning prizes from livestock showing to public speaking. Please note: some judging is still ongoing, and students from…

Each year the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce gives one non-profit organization the opportunity to sell the drinks at the Stew Contest to raise funds for their organization. This year…

Dike citizens clashed with Engie public relations regarding basic facts about solar panels, among other items of business at the regular September 27 commissioners court. CITIZEN COMMENTS Several members of…

Judge BJ Teer announced his intent to seek re-election for the Republican nomination for Hopkins County Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 in the party’s Primary in Spring 2022. “It…

The Hunt Regional Healthcare mobile mammography coach bus will be at Miller Grove School, 7819 FM 275 South, Miller Grove, on Friday, October 29th.  Most insurances, including all insurances accepted…