Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Report – October 2, 2023
Oct02

Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Report – October 2, 2023

October 2, 2023 – Hopkins County Chamber Connection submitted by Butch BurneyStew Goody BagsBusinesses who want to get their message out to 400 stew cooks and judges have until noon Friday, Oct. 6, to bring their promotional items to the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce at 110 Main St. Our goody bags will go out to about 350 cooks and almost 50 judges for stew, appetizer and campsite contests. There is one catch – you must be...

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Chamber Connection: The 53rd Annual Stew Festival Was Fantastic
Oct27

Chamber Connection: The 53rd Annual Stew Festival Was Fantastic

By Butch Burney, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Wow, what a great day at the park! Despite some gusty winds and a little bit of a warm day, the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival, sponsored by Alliance Bank, was fantastic! Thanks to our 167 cook sites, our adult volunteers and student volunteers, about 7,500 people were able to enjoy beef and chicken stew, with crackers and cheese, while also shopping the...

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Oct. 19 Chamber Connection: Stew Festival Includes A Concert, Kids Zone, Vendors Market
Oct19

Oct. 19 Chamber Connection: Stew Festival Includes A Concert, Kids Zone, Vendors Market

Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce logo Sulphur Springs Texas By Butch Burney, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Now is the time to get your tickets before the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival, sponsored by Alliance Bank, on Saturday, Oct. 22. Marking the stew grounds on the northwest entry to Buford Park stands a huge stew pot, a tribute to our Hopkins County heritage and home of the World Championship cooking...

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Chamber Connection – Oct. 12: Stew Festival, Youth Expo, Help-A-Child Benefit Coming Up
Oct12

Chamber Connection – Oct. 12: Stew Festival, Youth Expo, Help-A-Child Benefit Coming Up

Stew Tickets Available Now At Local Banks; Stew Merchandise, Quart Tickets On Sale At Chamber Office By Butch Burney, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Now is the time to get your tickets before the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival, sponsored by Alliance Bank, on Saturday, Oct. 22. official 2022 Stew Festival t-shirt This year, tickets are $8 each or four tickets for $28, if you buy them before Saturday. On...

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Aug. 17, 2022 Chamber Connection – 70 Entries Already Registered For Stew Contest
Aug17

Aug. 17, 2022 Chamber Connection – 70 Entries Already Registered For Stew Contest

Ribeye Roundup Entry Deadline Is Sept. 1; This Year’s Event Features Junior Cook Category For Ages 7-17 Years Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce logo Sulphur Springs Texas By Butch Burney, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, Registration for the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival, presented by Alliance Bank, have been pouring in. We already have almost 70 entries with more than a month to go before the...

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Chamber Connection – Aug. 3: Time For The Annual Chamber Photography Contest
Aug02

Chamber Connection – Aug. 3: Time For The Annual Chamber Photography Contest

Next Business Before Hours Coming Up This Friday At Chamber, Jettribe Mid-America WaterX Championship Is This Weekend At Coleman Park Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce logo Sulphur Springs Texas By Butch Burney, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce It’s time once again for the Chamber of Commerce’s annual photography contest! The photography contest is open to anyone who resides in Hopkins County. We have seven...

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July 20 Chamber Connection – Stew Cooks Can Now Sign Up For 53rd Annual Stew Contest
Jul20

July 20 Chamber Connection – Stew Cooks Can Now Sign Up For 53rd Annual Stew Contest

Coming Up: Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Clinic, Business Before Hours Breakfast, Jet Ski Championships, Ribbon Cuttings By Butch Burney, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, [email protected] Marking the stew grounds on the northwest entry to Buford Park stands a huge stew pot designating it as the official site for the World Champion Hopkins County Stew Contest Stew cooks, it’s time to get your spots....

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After Hours Mixer, Stew Logo Contest Deadline and Baby Benefit Deadlines Approaching
Jun23

After Hours Mixer, Stew Logo Contest Deadline and Baby Benefit Deadlines Approaching

Chamber Connection – June 22 By Butch Burney You won’t want to miss the Chamber’s Business After Hours at CPI, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, at their offices at 906 North Hillcrest Drive. Calvin will have food and drinks for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a member of the Chamber or not, come on for one of the best networking events. Stew Logo Contest It’s not too late to enter the logo contest for the 53rd Annual Hopkins...

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Hopkins County 4-H Archers Compete
May04

Hopkins County 4-H Archers Compete

Hopkins County 4-H By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent for Hopkins County, [email protected] Many folks are misguided in thinking that 4-H is all about showing animals. Quite the contrary! The Texas 4-H program offers so much more. There are many opportunities for involvement including leadership, community service, foods and nutrition, fashion and interior design, photography,...

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NETLA Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock Show 2022 Ag Mechanics Contest
Feb25

NETLA Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock Show 2022 Ag Mechanics Contest

The weeklong Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock Show and Sale conducted by Northeast Texas Livestock Association kicked off Tuesday afternoon with the annual Ag Mechanics Show. Students from all seven Hopkins County school districts built and brought projects, which ranged from students first ever attempts to commissioned projects and those that have already received awards this year at other contests. Some projects took hours,...

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