Avoid Gilmer at Main
Work is ongoing at a building at the intersection of Gilmer and Main. The Southbound lane was blocked Wednesday afternoon, and traffic is being diverted. The work is focused on a building that suffered structure damage in a fire, and an exterior wall was recently braced.
SSHS UIL State Update
Three SSHS UIL Theatrical Design Students Compete at State Last Weekend SSHS Theatre Technical Director Desi Pharis took three students to UIL Theatrical Design competition this part weekend. Senior Belinda Flores and senior Hagen Hunt competed in set design and freshman AllieGrace Woodard was in hair and makeup design. Ms. Pharis said Flores is responsible for the local interest in the competition. She said Flores was new to theater...
Water loving weeds in lawns and pastures By Mario Villarino
Last week I share some information related to moisture loving weeds known as buttercups and Senecio. Another common weed in wet lawns and pastures are the Kyllingas. During a recent field day in Sulphur Bluff I notice even waterlogged pastures covered with them. According to North Carolina Extension, green kyllinga and false green kyllinga are very similar in appearance, and both are referred to as green kyllinga. Both species are...
Chamber Connection- May 2nd, 2019
I have some big news to report about the Homemade Ice Cream Freeze-off. Shannon Oaks Church will be taking over the Ice Cream Freeze-off from the Chamber. So… what does this mean for you? It means that everything will be exactly the same! The Ice Cream Freeze-off will be held on Saturday, June 8th at 5:30 p.m. on the rear lawn of Shannon Oaks, just before the hot air balloon launch and glow. Tickets will be $5.00 for...
Dinner Bell Menu For May 1st, 2019
Bill and Charlotte Zahn are the Community Partners Hamburger Steak with Brown Onion GravyMashed potatoesBundleless Green BeansGarden SaladButtered French BreadLemon Angel Cake BarsPears in Strawberry Gelatin (the no added sugar dessert) Whatever the weather we are always bright and sunny at Dinner Bell! Hope to see you. Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church).
Ross And Shoalmire Law Program on Family Loans
Ross and Shoalmire, Elder Law Attorneys will be here on Monday, May 13th at Noon at the Sulphur Springs Senior Center. They will be presenting a program on “Do’s and Don’ts of Family Loans”. This is an informative program for families to learn how to protect their assets, remain independent and reduce family burden. Please come and hear what they have to teach you. They will open the floor up to...
Tradin’ Post for Monday, April 29th, 2019
Wanting: to buy a nice, good, used 20 to 22 foot travel trailer. Must be in good shape. If you have one for sale, or for more details, please call 903-440-6900. For Sale: furniture, tools, and more. If interested, or for more details, please call 903-439-8513. For Sale: a “nice heavy mirror.” It measures 36″ in diameter. Asking $10.00 for it. Also, for sale, a mirror that measures 32″ X 24″. Asking $10.00...
*Updated* Broadway Closed For 9 Hours Due to Major Gas Leak
South Broadway Street was finally reopened after midnight Monday, about 9 hours after the section of roadway from Wildcat Way to Duckworth Street was closed to traffic due to a natural gas line bging struck. Residents and business owners in the area were warned around 3 p.m. to not start their cars in the vicinity as a result of a major natural gas leak. Utility crews damaged a large line traversing the area and have closed off all of...
Thurman Family Agricultural Endowment to Benefit Agriculture Students
The Thurman Family Agricultural Endowment at Texas A&M-University Commerce has been established by Steve Thurman and Kelly Thurman. The endowment will benefit students majoring in agribusiness and those participating on the Livestock and Meat Judging Teams. “The endowment is our small way of supporting Texas A&M University-Commerce as the university equips men and women for the challenges of an agriculture career,” Thurman...
Lady Cats’ Softball Dominates
Lady Cats Coach Carrillo Liked His Team’s Poise in Game One Win at Whitehouse Lady Cats Softball Coach David Carrillo said his team came out relaxed and not feeling pressure Thursday night (April 25) as the Lady Cats defeated Whitehouse, 14-4 at Whitehouse. He said the Lady Cats took care of business and showed no panic even when the game was close early. Coach Carrillo said he wasn’t surprised his team handled first game...
