What Is A Livestock Breed?
Jul05

What Is A Livestock Breed?

By Mario A. Villarino, Texas AgriLife Extension Agent for Natural Resources and Agriculture, Hopkins County, [email protected] As animals got domesticated, their use and purpose became more specific. The term “livestock breed” became used as a way to describe attributes similar in a group of animals. Sometimes, these attributes are visible (color, size, etc), but sometimes they are not. Many commercial breeds are identified...

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From the Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs Center Welding Shop of a Commerce Student
Jul05

From the Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs Center Welding Shop of a Commerce Student

CHECKING WORK PJC-Sulphur Springs Center welding instructor John Plemons checks the work of pipe welding student Gage Blackburn of Commerce during a recent class. To enroll in the welding course offered at the campus, call 903-885-1232. Paris Junior College Welding

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Paris Junior College Regents Accept ADA Concrete Work Bid
Jul05

Paris Junior College Regents Accept ADA Concrete Work Bid

Paris Junior College Public Information Services PJC Regents accept ADA concrete work bid During the June meeting of the Paris Junior College Board of Regents, a bid was accepted for concrete work as identified through a Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2020 Americans with Disabilities Act audit. The work, which includes sidewalk and ramp replacement around campus, must be completed this summer.   In other business, the...

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Community Packs Downtown For 2022 Independence Day Celebration
Jul03

Community Packs Downtown For 2022 Independence Day Celebration

Celebration Plaza was packed Saturday night for the 2022 Independence Day Celebration, hosted Saturday, July 2, by Sulphur Springs Symphony League for the 30th year. In fact, families, couples, friends, small groups and individuals lined the sidewalks and parking lots for 2-3 block in all directions around the square with chairs, blankets, snacks, drinks and glow-in-the-dark necklaces and lighted wands for the kids. Northeast Texas...

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Meal A Day Menu – July 4-8, 2022
Jul03

Meal A Day Menu – July 4-8, 2022

Volunteers prepare meals at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and deliver them five days a week to Meal A Day program recipients in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. The Meal A Day Menu for the week of July 4-8, 2022 includes: Monday – Chili Cheese Dogs, Fritos and Green Tomato Relish.Tuesday – Apricot Glazed Chicken Breast On A Bed of Rice, Broccoli and Cauliflower Medley, and a Roll.Wednesday – Sour Cream Beef Enchiladas,...

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Paris District Road Report for July 4, 2022
Jul02

Paris District Road Report for July 4, 2022

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting July 4, 2022. 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...

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Symphony League To Host 30th Independence Day Concert Saturday, July 2, 2022
Jul01

Symphony League To Host 30th Independence Day Concert Saturday, July 2, 2022

Celebration On Square Will Pay Tribute To Those Who Serve, Conclude With Fireworks Show Northeast Texas Symphony Orchestra will be performing a milestone concert Saturday night, the group’s 30th Independence Day Show in Sulphur Springs. Fireworks seen from Celebration Plaza during the 2021 Independence Day Fireworks show which followed the Symphony Orchestra concert City and county residents will be joined on Celebration Plaza...

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Summer II Classes at Paris Junior College Offer Many Options to Students
Jun30

Summer II Classes at Paris Junior College Offer Many Options to Students

Paris Junior College Public Information Services Summer II classes at PJC offer many options to students Current and future college students will benefit by taking a five-week class from Paris Junior College in the Summer II term that starts Tuesday, July 12, 2022.  Graduating seniors from area high schools who have yet to apply to PJC may use the scholarship covering tuition to a Summer II class.  Any student starting at...

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Trading Post for June 30, 2022
Jun30

Trading Post for June 30, 2022

cleaning out storage to make room for some new stuff, i have lots of items that is going very reasonable and cheap, from picnic tables, dishes, appliances bread machine wall hanging, bathroom decor along with the shower curtain to match lots of children learning stuff, curio cabinet, mini foot pedal exercise machine that can be used while sitting and also can be used for your arms, have a cordless drill with bits use once and some...

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Trading Post for June 29, 2022
Jun29

Trading Post for June 29, 2022

To the lady that bought the Fisher Price Swing In May, I have the cord 903 885 7281. WHEEL CHAIR very light weight excellent condition. cost $500 new used approximately 3 months price $175.00 phone 903-243-1657 For Sale: a portable septic tank. 350 gallons. Asking $200.00 for it. Also, for sale, a metal posts. One is 12′, one is 10′, one is 8′, one is two and three fourths inches, and one is two and one fourths...

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