Tony Joe Hall, age 60 of the Hagansport Community, died Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Mount Vernon, Texas. He was born in Mount Pleasant, TX to Gleen Dearil and Henryetta “Miller” Hall on Feb. 12, 1963.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, with a noon luncheon at the Hagansport Community Center followed at 1 p.m. with the service.

Is it safe to burn? As the scorching heat wave subsides and the wetter season approaches, local authorities have recently lifted the county wide burn ban that has been in place for several weeks. While this news may bring great relief to those eager to clear yards and fields of accumulated debris, it is important for residents to remember that fire safety remains an ongoing priority, even after the burn ban has been lifted.

The Winnsboro City Council met in special session this past Thursday to discuss minor changes to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. City Manager Makenzie Lyons addressed the changes made with council, framing the alterations as housekeeping and cleanup.