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07/16/2025

DA Greg Willis Announces 38-Year Sentence in Collin County’s First Fentanyl Murder Conviction

Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced today that a jury sentenced Gregory Noah Honesty, 27, of Dallas, to 38 years in prison for Murder following the fentanyl death of a young woman in Blue Ridge.

Fatal Overdose Triggers Investigation

On November 19, 2023, Collin County Sheriff's Office McKinney, Texas deputies responded to an overdose call in Blue Ridge, Texas. A young woman was found unresponsive and, despite multiple doses of Narcan, was pronounced dead at the scene. Narcotics investigators responded to the scene due to drug paraphernalia and fentanyl pills found by responding emergency personnel.

Digital Trail Leads to Dealer

Using phone records, Instagram messages, CashApp transactions, and cell phone location data, Investigator Joshua Duncan pieced together the drug deal. He located messages setting up the transaction, followed by a payment from the deceased to Honesty. Location data showed the deceased traveling from Collin County to a Dallas location that was sent to her by Honesty in Instagram messenger. Following the sale of the fentanyl, the cell phone data showed the victim drive back to her home in Blue Ridge, where she was found deceased less than 24 hours later.

First Murder Conviction Under New Fentanyl Law

This case marked Collin County’s first-ever murder conviction under Texas’s new law allowing fentanyl delivery resulting in death to be prosecuted as murder. The jury heard evidence that Honesty had been dealing drugs since 2017—and that he continued selling fentanyl after he posted his bond in May of 2024. Seven law enforcement officers from across Texas testified about Honesty’s drug dealing during the punishment phase. Honesty’s bond was revoked in September of 2024 after Grayson County arrested him on five new charges of drug dealing and Honesty remained in custody leading up to trial this month.

After convicting Honesty of first-degree murder, the jury assessed punishment at 38 years in prison (range: 5–99 years or life).

Assistant Criminal District Attorneys Alex Oestreich and Ashlyn Scott prosecuted the case, assisted by DA Investigator Sarah Putman and Victim Assistance Coordinator Jill Moore. Judge Andrea Thompson presided over the case.

DA Greg Willis: “This case puts fentanyl dealers on notice”

“While no sentence can bring this promising young woman back, this conviction sends a clear message: if you deal fentanyl and someone dies, you’ll be prosecuted for murder. This is how we protect our community and hold poison peddlers accountable."

https://collincountyda.com/da-greg-willis-announces-38-year-sentence-in-collin-countys-first-fentanyl-murder-conviction/

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07/11/2025

🚨 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN HUNT, TEXAS!

The Hunt Volunteer Fire Department says they need volunteers to help with clearing debris from the flood.
Volunteers are needed today Thursday and Saturday as well.

Please show up as early as 7 a.m. on Saturday and try to carpool with other volunteers.
The fewer amount of vehicles on hand, the better off they will be. They are located at 151 Fm 1340 in Hunt.

If you've been asking how you can help, here is your chance.

The Hunt community is struggling and they need our help!





07/11/2025

🚒🔥 Join Us for Our Annual Fire Department Fundraiser! 🔥🚒

Come out TOMORROW (Saturday) and support your local fire department at our one and only fundraiser of the year!

🍽️ BBQ Dinner
📍 Leonard High School Cafeteria
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets:
• Adults – $20
• Kids – $10

All proceeds go directly to support the fire department and help us better serve our community!

📦 To-Go Orders Welcome!
📞 Want your order delivered? Call (903) 274-9882 to place a delivery order.

We appreciate your support and hope to see you there!

07/11/2025

This weekend marks the 146th year of the annual Picnic in our little town of Leonard. This year promises to be the biggest event ever….and the fireworks Saturday night will be AMAZING as always! Bring your family and join the fun!

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BarnHill is a truly unique LIVE music venue in North Texas (Anna, Texas) with a rustic barn, large vineyard, horses and a beautiful country atmosphere. We host LIVE music events every weekend with the best cover/tribute bands.

07/08/2025

UPDATED FLOOD RELIEF COORDINATION, VOLUNTEER INFORMATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

In response to recent flooding in Kerr County, city and county officials have partnered with local organizations to provide coordinated relief and support services to affected residents.

Volunteers and In-Kind Donations
The following sites are accepting volunteers and material donations:
• Salvation Army Kerrville, 855 Hayes St., Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 465-4797
Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monetary Donations
Monetary contributions may be made to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund:
• Online: https://www.communityfoundation.net/ (search for "Kerr County Relief Fund")
• By mail:
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
241 Earl Garrett St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
Checks should be made payable to Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

Missing Persons
Individuals searching for missing loved ones are urged to contact the Emergency Operations Center:
• Phone: (830) 258-1111
• Email: [email protected]
Include the person’s name, date of birth, gender, eye color, hair color, a recent photo and last known location.

Shelter and Displacement Assistance
Shelters are available for residents whose homes have been destroyed or who are currently displaced:
• First United Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 257-0800
• Calvary Temple Church, 3000 Loop 534, Kerrville – available for family support of the missing only.

Other Donations and Support
Donations of services and equipment can be coordinated through https://tcr.communityos.org/ including:
• Law enforcement resources (officers, K-9 units)
• Heavy equipment (such as bulldozers)
• Communications support (Wi-Fi boosters, satellite phones, etc.)

Officials urge residents to monitor official city and county communication channels for the latest updates and additional resources as recovery efforts continue.

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