Emerging near the Missouri border in north central Arkansas, the Spring River has been described as the state's most dependable natural stream.

“Paddling is one of the best ways to experience Texas waters, but it’s not something to take lightly,” said Col. Ron A. VanderRoest, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement Director. “The laws and required safety equipment are in place to protect you and everyone else on the water.”

Dodd City's Eastyn Weissert pitched a three-hitter and aided his own cause by going 2-for-4 and driving in four runs. (file photo)

The Uncle Drew Circuit by Kyrie Irving will tip off its Dallas stop this week at Lancaster High School, bringing a high-level youth basketball experience focused on craft, competition, and community to North Texas.

The Ector Lady Eagles are taking another step deeper into the softball playoffs after Ector hammered out 15 hits in a five-run win over Munday in the area round.

Bulldog pitcher Austin Sayman scoring off a Brooks Nelson double. (photo by Lockard Koval/BuzzPhotos.com)

Dallas Pulse continues to make history in their inaugural season. The team has secured a playoff berth, ranks second overall in the league, and has the league’s top scorer.

Dodd City High School will send 9 boys and 6 girls to compete in the UIL Region III Track Meet at Waco Midway High School Stadium this Friday and Saturday, May 1-2, 2026.

John Jernigan (above) was fishing with Spring River guide Mark Crawford when he landed this nice "smallie" on the Spring recently.

The summer season isn't complete without a wet wading trip to one of Oklahoma's clear-water streams!

Saturday, May 2, benefiting New Life Cottage - Fannin Pregnancy Care Center. Deadline to register April 29

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the '76 Warriorettes were back in Bonham to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a team that dominated district competition.

More hunters are using the little .410 shotgun to go after their spring gobbler. Loaded with #9 tungsten shot, the 410 is becoming a popular turkey gun. Bill Carey with Striper Express on Lake Texoma in this photo with his double-barrel Stevens Springfield .410. (photo by Luke Clayton)

The Dodd City Hornets completed their 2026 campaign with a two-inning win over the Savoy Cardinals.

Women Rock, Inc. is proud to announce the 16th Annual Susan Hicks Memorial 5K, 10K and Fun Run, presented by Chubb’s Liquor, taking place April 25, 2026, at the Bonham Civic Center. This annual event honors the memory of Susan Hicks, whose courageous battle with breast cancer inspired the founding of Women Rock in October 2010. Each year, participants gather to celebrate survivors, support those currently fighting breast cancer, and remember the lives lost to this disease. Join us on April 25 and help make a difference in our community.

Luke and a couple of his buddies pose with one of the new see-through hunting blinds, a relative new hunting product Luke has had great success employing. photo by Luke Clayton

Ector's Audrey Arie went 2-for-3, scored twice and drove in three runs while striking out five batters and only allowing two hits to get the win. (file photo)

Lucas Di Giulio, an angler from the Beaver Lake area, caught this massive 33.25-inch, 16.3-pound walleye recently. The fish was released safely after the photo opportunity.

The rainbow-hued spinners and spoons continue to attract a good share of trout, and the overcast days call for shiny silver blades and spoons.

The angler with the most 2025 catch awards was Charles Dewey of Universal City with 52. He averaged an incredible, one record per week, with most of his submissions being uncommonly targeted species that include common carp and smallmouth buffalo.