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Obituary for Colby Robinson
Funeral service for Colby Ryan Robinson, age 30, of Oakland, Oklahoma will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Your Community Church – Branch in Princeton, Texas with Marc Hooks officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Mr. Robinson passed away at OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center in Oklahoma City on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
Brashear Barndominium on 7.76 Acres with Workshop Offers Opportunities as a Home, Business, or Both
Just came on the market in Brashear! This property could be a permanent residence, or versatile commercial business, auto repair, trucking company, investment, rental, or etc. This unique place offers a great location with unlimited opportunities! Electric gates and new pipe fence are on the front of 7.76 acres with 2 bedroom 2 bath barndominium style home with attached 50’x58’x14′ tall shop with double rollup doors on each side.
Owning a House in a Well-Maintained Subdivision Can Affect Property Values
Living in a well-maintained subdivision can help owners retain their property’s value and over time, build equity. Here are some homes currently on the market in established neighborhoods that buyers might want to consider. 1. On a corner lot in the established neighborhood of Green Acres on Junell Street...
HC Health Care Foundation’s First Men’s Health Initiative Exceeds Goals
The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation held two firsts this year. One was Man Bingo, also known as Mingo, which was bingo with prizes men (or anyone) would enjoy. This was held on April 18 for 198 players with a net income of approximately $12,000. Since it was the first year to offer Man Bingo, proceeds were expected to be less.
Sulphur Springs’ Newsom Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Hannah Danielle Newsom of Sulphur Springs recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) at Kings Point, NY. Newsom earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission in the U. S. armed forces. She also earned a Merchant Marine officer license, qualifying her to serve as an officer on any ship in the U.S. flag merchant marine.
Bring Your Brick-n-Mortar Business Ideas to One of These Local Properties
If you’re looking to expand, start up, or relocate your business, several properties in Hopkins County provide prime locations. 1. Lots of options for this large building only blocks from Downtown Sulphur Springs. Bring your big business ideas to this conveniently located 9,700 square feet building! Many renovations are included such as new flooring, fresh paint, modern kitchen, etc.
Obituary for Juanita McCarty
Graveside service for Juanita Merle McCarty, age 93, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Restlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Lee Huff officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. Ms. McCarty passed away at Carriage House Manor in Sulphur Springs on Monday, August 12, 2024.
Obituary for J.B. McQueen
Funeral Service for J.B. McQueen, age 79, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Rev. Fred Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Peerless Cemetery with Lucas Flournoy, Matthew Flournoy, Donald Hopper, Logan Oxford, Bryan Scott, and David James serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. Mr. McQueen passed away at Rock Creek Health and Rehabilitation in Sulphur Springs on Monday, August 12, 2024.
Keep It in Mind by Dr. Juan Harrison
I was thinking the other day about a friend’s family almost going to fist city over who was going to get something after mama passed. Some folks end up having to get caregivers evicted from late Daddy’s home after they claim common law marriage. Other friends bring in outside lawyers to battle other outside lawyers as they split the millions and the family. Some things can’t be undone.
Prime 9.926 Acres Inside Sulphur Springs City Limits Hits the Market
Situated across the street from Lake Sulphur Springs, this tract is also near the Municipal Airport and Christus Mother Francis Hospital in Sulphur Springs. Mostly open, with a few scattered trees, gives you space to run cows or horses. Acreage is just inside the City Limits of Sulphur Springs. Property...
Andrew Vo Competes at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix in Poland
Andrew Vo, your local 15-year-old Sophomore at Sulphur Springs High School, and his family traveled to Poland for 2 weeks to compete at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix / Jettribe European Championship Jetski Race. The WGP#1 Grand Prix is the highest level of Jetski racing in the world,. consisting of...
Saputo July Difference Makers
Chad Bennett – Chad has been with Saputo now for 5 years. During his tenure, he has learned several roles: filler operator, blender, UHT operator and, currently, an ESL Production Lead. His experience within the ESL department exposed and highlighted Chad’s valuable leadership skills. On numerous occasions he has covered entire shifts by himself, proving his abilities while leading by example. Chad is extremely detail oriented and uses this to create an effective line of communication to his teams. Please help me congratulate Chad on being a Difference Maker of the month for July!! – Danny Strickhausen.
Three Acres, with Pond & No Restrictions, Can Serve as a Homestead or Weekend Getaway
Need a small tract to build a home, park an RV, add a tiny or manufactured home too? Here is an unrestricted 3.30 acres with a pond!. Bring your house plans, your RV or your manufactured home and enjoy the country life. This property is conveniently located for an easy trip to Sulphur Springs, Commerce or Paris. Located on FM 2285 near FM 71 in the North Hopkins ISD. Utilities are available. Lots of options as a homestead or for a weekend getaway!
Obituary for Floyd David “DJ” Newby Jr.
Graveside service for Floyd David “DJ” Newby, Jr., age 51, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Sharp Cemetery, Yantis, Texas with Bobby Hutson, Garrett Shipley, Kaleb Hoeischer, Darell Butler, Jaxon Harville, and Cade Dennis servicing as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer will be Tommy Poe. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mr. Newby passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
Obituary for Robert Weir Jr.
Robert Herman Weir Jr., born on October 6, 1948, in Cooper, Texas, passed away peacefully in Tira, Texas, on Thursday, August 8. He was 75 years old. Robert was the beloved husband of Yvonne Hall Weir, with whom he shared 50 wonderful years of. marriage. Together, they built a loving...
Obituary for Jean Gibbons
Graveside for Jean Gibbons of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 at Sulphur Springs City Cemetery with Rev. Larry Jordan officiating. Ms. Gibson passed away at her home on Thursday, August 8, 2024 after a brief illness. Jean Felton Gibbons, age 98,...
Obituary for Marcille Tucker
Funeral service for Marcille Tucker, age 95, of Denton, Texas will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Rev. Gary Dyer and Rev. Fred Lewis officiating. Interment will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Grove Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, 3920 Samuell Blvd., Dallas, TX 75228 with Steve Tucker, Jason Tucker, JR Fisk, David Fisk, Mark Hoffman, and Thomas Earwood serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Barrington, Eddie Joe Barrington, Tommy Tucker, and Buff Tucker. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs. Ms. Tucker passed away at Rambling Oaks Courtyard in Highland Village, Texas on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
Notice for Loyd Chapin
Funeral service for Loyd Harris “L.H.” Chapin, age 89, of Cumby, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cumby, Texas. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mr. Chapin passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
See Which Local House Received New Owners in the Last 3.5 Weeks
Take a look at these local houses that just got new owners! Some houses went quick and others not so quick. Test your real estate smarts and see how long or soon these properties got contracts. 1. On the market for 2 weeks before going into contract. Savor the wooded...
Notice for DJ Newby, Jr.
Graveside service for DJ Newby, Jr., age 51, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Sharp Cemetery, Yantis, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mr. Newby passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
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