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Obituary for Donald Dodd
Memorial service for Donald Dodd, age 81, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mr. Dodd passed away at his home on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Donald Lee Dodd was born on October 12, 1943 in Sulphur Springs,...
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 10.24.24
Don’t stand in line at the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest, sponsored by Alliance Bank, on Saturday, get your tickets online or at any of the local banks and credit unions. Tickets are available online at HopkinsChamber.org as well as the Chamber of Commerce office at 110 Main...
Uncoupling by Dr. Juan Harrison
In my Sunday school class the other Sunday I went around the room from the podium as I’ve done for decades getting health updates, prayer requests and an occasional blonde joke from my father-in-law. When I came to a couple I knew well visiting my class, I committed a faux pax. My wife crawled under her class secretary desk. The class chuckled and gasped. I had mistakenly included my friend’s “old” wife’s name in my address of, “How’s ————- and ————?” We all laughed, including the couple. After 30 plus years of addressing or mentioning a couple as if it’s one name, old habits are hard to break. Seems like my wife and I regularly mention our friend couples as if they’re one person. The Bible says we’ll become as one, so I don’t feel so bad. Such is life for old timers.
Homes For Sale in $200’s Available in the Local Area
Finding an affordable house can be tough in todays market! Here are several local homes for sale in the $200’s. 1. Nicely updated, move-in ready home with an asking price of $220,000. With a gorgeous remodel in 2021, this home has been meticulously maintained and comes with all appliances, furniture, and even a nice metal storage buildiing. Three bedrooms include crown molding and carpet. Nice laminate floors are found throughout the main living areas. A bonus room gives you a flex space that could be a home gym, office, or playroom for the kids! Enjoy the kitchen which has nice upgrades like granite countertops and SS appliances. In addition, a washer and dryer come with this move-in ready house. A new HVAC was installed in 2023 and a new roof in 2021. All on a corner lot on Hodge Street in a quiet area!
HCGS lunch & learn
The Fourth Wednesday Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, TX. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites anyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to come on in. Bring your sack lunch, salad or drive-through meal and your tablet or laptop, if you wish.
Recently Reduced or New-to-Market Land Provides Opportunity to Build
Looking for a place to create your new home? Here are some properties from a city lot to 60 acres in the country. See which ones are new or recently reduced in price. 1. Just came on the market in Dike, Texas! Excellent property almost 10 acres with a pond and mix of trees and pasture. Property also already has a 40×30 shop with electric and water with a full bathroom. Located on County Road 3525. No restrictions at all so pick one of many ideal locations to build any type of house you want including mobile homes!
Obituary for Kathy George
Funeral service for Kathy George, age 76, of Pickton, Texas, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Jarrett Elmore officiating. Interment will follow at Winterfield Cemetery with Donald Court, Justin McComb, Brad Flues, Cayden Barr, JJ Cummings, Dallin Horton, and Brent Horton serving as pallbearers. Parker Cummings will be serving as an honorary pallbearer. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Mrs. George passed away in her home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, October 18, 2024.
Obituary for Mary Watkins
Mary Elizabeth Sparkman Watkins of Pine Forest, Texas gained her wings on Sunday, October 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mary was born on February 5, 1933 in Como, Texas to Luke and Winnie (Dowdy) Sparkman. She married R.A. Watkins on December 20, 1948 in Tyler, Texas. After R.A.’s service to our country, they moved back to Texas and purchased the family dairy farm. She worked side by side on the dairy farm in addition to sewing clothes for her many clients and her two daughters.
2024 Hopkins County Stew On Saturday, October 26th
The weather forecast is in, and it looks like it will be stew weather on Saturday. At the time that stew service starts – 10:45 a.m. – the forecast is showing the temperature will be in the upper 60s. Not too hot and not too cold for a healthy serving of Hopkins County stew.
Obituary for George Minyard
Graveside service for George Minyard, age 90, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Reilly Springs Cemetery. Mr. Minyard passed away at Whispering Pines Nursing Home on Friday, October 18, 2024. George Minyard was born on June 12, 1934, to George Washington Minyard and Rose...
Obituary for Grace Hawkins
Funeral service for Grace Hawkins, age 77, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Jason Lindley officiating. Interment will follow at Mel Haven Cemetery with Jarred Dunlap, Marcus Johnson, Broderick Godbolt, Shane Stotts, Roderick Godbolt, and Johnny Wright serving as pallbearers. Mrs. Hawkins passed away at her home in Sulphur Springs on Monday, October 14, 2024.
Obituary for Betty Porter
Betty (Jean) Porter was born July 7, 1946, in Sulphur Springs Texas to Henry Smith Jr. and Erie Mae (Morris) Smith. She married Isaac Porter in Rains County on January 10, 1967. They have been married for 57 years. Betty is survived by her husband, Isaac Porter of Sulphur Springs,...
Obituary for Allen Ray Stover
Allen Ray Stover (89), passed peacefully in his sleep on October 17, 2024. Allen “Al” was born on September 5, 1935 in Charleston, West Virginia to his parents Troy and Martha Stover. Al was well-known to his community as a loyal friend and businessman who was always happy...
Obituary for Sheila Hawkins
Sheila Lane Hawkins passed away at Sunny Springs Nursing & Rehab in Sulphur Springs, Texas on Friday, October 18, 2024. Sheila Lane Hawkins was born on April 7, 1967 in Mt. Vernon, Texas to George and Lana (White) Buchanon. Sheila is survived by her daughter, Nikki Barnett (Jason) of Sulphur...
Obituary for Catherine Wadkins
Catherine Elizabeth Wadkins, 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed Wadkins, in 2018; her sister, Mary Horton, and her brothers, Larry, Dee, and David Magness. Catherine is survived by her son, Charles Lewis; her grandchildren, Chris Lewis and Jessica Schroder; her great-grandson; and her sister, Barbara Wilson.
Enjoy an Immaculate Yard with this New-to-Market Stone Briar House
Now’s your chance to live in Stone Briar subdivision with this brick-n-stone 3bed, 2ba home with an immaculate yard! Inside, trey ceilings accent the heart of the bright living space with plenty of windows. The eat-in kitchen includes a breakfast bar, granite countertops, walk-in pantry, and stone backsplash. Luxury...
Life’s Flavors ~Visit Maine By Allison Libby-Thesing
Fall is one of my favorite seasons and I was so happy to have the chance to visit Maine, to see some fall colors and of course our daughter. Not one to waste an opportunity, we visited Arcadia National Park to check out some of the beautiful fall foliage around Maine. We were not the only people to have this great idea. Once parking was secured, we were able to take a nice walk around the lake and check out some of the beautiful fall colors.
Tricks AND Treats this Halloween Season
How many times have you found yourself binging on fun size candy on Halloween night or even worse, for several nights after the holiday ends? How does that leave you feeling? Is there a way to enjoy sweets without feeling sick or feeling like you have to start all over on your “diet” again?
Charming 4 Bedroom House Offers Country Living Close to Town
New to the market! Updated 4 bedroom 3 bath home with attached side-entry garage is just a short hop south of town. Sitting on 1.14 acres, you will have room for a garden or project animals for the kids! There are brick-lined walkways and flower beds with iris and other colorful surprises.
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