We live in a cynical world where everyone’s mistakes and foibles seem to get broadcast to the whole world on social media, and a negative comment will get commented on over and over. People will sit and follow these threads with popcorn in their hands, as if some dramatic scene is being played to the delight of dirt hungry spectators.
The Morris County Commissioners met for their first court meeting of the new year on Jan. 9. On the agenda included approving bonds for elected officials, and appointing a replacement clerk.
Students at Daingerfield High School received an extra day before returning to class after what the district reported as a “possible gas leak.” Daingerfield- Lone Star ISD students were originally scheduled to return to class following the holiday break on Jan. 4. Al campuses except the high school were able to stick to the original schedule.
The State of Texas ushered in a few new laws of note as the calendar changed from 2022 to 2023, including one that brings more transparency to the judicial system, one that addresses threats to the ozone layer and another that impacts local school district tax revenues.
Hughes Springs and the surrounding area are still in the process of cleaning up after several tornadoes ripped through the area Nov. 4. The United States Small Business Administration has distributed over $1 million in federal disaster loans for Texas businesses and residents impacted by severe storms and tornadoes in Lamar and Morris counties, but more held is available for residents of Hughes Springs who were affected by the storms.