Chamber Connection for November 7
Chamber Connection – Nov. 7By Butch Burney Get an inside look at next year’s economic forecast with Dr. Ray Perryman. The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce and Sulphur Springs/Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation are happy to announce that Dr. Ray Perryman, a renowned economist, will be headlining the Economic Outlook Conference scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Perryman was a regular...
Is Good Turf Worth the Effort? From Master Gardener David Wall
Many debate the need for quality turf or grass in their yard. While it’s true the EPA reports an average lawn consumes about 10,000 gallons of water over and above rainfall, and a lawn mower operating for one hour equals the amount of pollution emitted by a car driven for about 20miles, there are many benefits. For example, turf saves energy by staying 30 to 40 degrees cooler than bare soil and 50+ degrees cooler than streets, helping...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 10-30-2023 – 11-5-2023
Arrests: Durbin, Brenda, 32 years of age, of Como, TX, was arrested 11-1-2023 for Possession of Controlled Substance PG1/1-B>=1G<4G. Calls for Service: The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 91 calls for service during this reporting period. Citations: The Winnsboro Police Department issued 25 citations and 22 warnings during this reporting period.
Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000 to Local Sulphur Springs Charities
On October 30, 2023, GSC Enterprises, Inc. held its 35th GSC Charity Golf Classic at Golf Clubs at the Tribute in The Colony, TX. The company presented $90,000.00 to six local and regional charities. These charities included Morgan’s Mercy Mansion, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center, Community Chest, SSISD Education Foundation, and the GSC Benevolence Fund. Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000...
Trego Family Pledges $400,000 to TAMUC Electrical Engineering
November 6, 2023 – COMMERCE, TX—Lion alumni Bruce and Barbara Trego have generously pledged $400,000 to benefit the Department of Engineering and Technology at Texas A&M University-Commerce. The Trego Family Engineering and Technology Endowment makes history as one of the most substantial planned gifts from a private donor to the department. The endowment serves a dual purpose: providing scholarships to electrical...
James Thomas Flanagan
Graveside services for James Thomas Flanagan, age 71, of Sulphur Springs will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. , Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Tira Cemetery with Bro. Donny Gaddis officiating. A visitation at the Tira Cemetery will begin at 12 noon. Pallbearers will be Piter Tamsma, Joe Chance Smiddy, Tres Wright, Allen Robinson, Tim Loper and Emmett James Loper. Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Anderson, Randy Harris and Darrell McDowell....
Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park
November 4, 2023 – Warm Campfires and Cool Colors – Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park Cooper, TX— As the autumn leaves turn to vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, Cooper Lake State Park is welcoming visitors to experience the best of fall. The crisp, cool nights coupled with warm, sunny days have set the stage for what many consider the best time to camp in Texas. These ideal conditions foster the...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 6, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 6, 2023. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Dinner Bell Menu For November 8, 2023
Water Oak School is the Community Partner for this meal. Dinner Bell appreciates the owners, staff and students for their continued support of this feeding ministry. Hopkins County Abstract, Kristen Monk and staff will assist in loading the food boxes and helping distribute them under the porte cochere (covered driveway) to those who come for meals. We are thankful for their assistance!!! GRAB and GO with a meal from the...
TAMUC Venture College Partners with Global Silicon Valley
TAMUC Venture College Partners with Global Silicon Valley for Entrepreneurial Education COMMERCE, TX—The Venture College, an entrepreneurship training and development program at Texas A&M University-Commerce, has recently partnered with Global Silicon Valley (GSV) to provide educational resources for aspiring student entrepreneurs. Housed within the College of Business, Venture College is open to all A&M-Commerce students,...
