Learn More About Doing Genealogical Research at the Lunch and Learn Event August 23rd
The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites everyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to join them Wednesday, August 23rd. Bring a sack lunch, salad, or drive-through meal and meet with the Genealogical Society from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at the genealogy library, 611 N. Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. This month during “Lunch &...
Texas Attorney General Shoots Down Franklin County’s Fight Against Solar Plant
August 17, 2023 – Angela Comenero who is serving as provisional attorney general for the State of Texas dealt a blow this week to nearby Franklin County who has been searching for solutions to fight proposed solar plants. Angry residents in Franklin County have asked their county commissioners to impose restrictions on proposed solar farms in their county, including a 180-day moratorium on commercial solar development. The...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society and Hopkins County Historical Society Annual Joint Meeting to be held August 24, 2023
It is time again for the Hopkins County Genealogical Society’s annual joint meeting with the Hopkins County Historical Society. This year it will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the Winifred Building at Heritage Park, 416 Jackson Street North, Sulphur Springs, Texas. (This event replaces our regular third Thursday meeting held at the library)!Once again Paula Altenbaumer will be portraying...
The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum has a new Interactive Sports Wall for the Kids to Check Out
(August 15 Commerce, Texas) Bringing a new dimension to the exhibits at the Northeast Texas Children’s Museum is MultiBall, an interactive sports wall. This gaming platform makes sports more attractive for all ages. With precision sensors and motion tracking, MultiBall provides a variety of fun games for all ages. This exhibit will be officially opened on Wednesday, August 23 at 10:30 AM. ...
TXDOT, Law Enforcement Step up Effort to Curb Drunk Driving
New law also takes effect Sept. 1 targeting drunk drivers who kill parents of young children Aug. 15, 2023 AUSTIN — As Labor Day approaches, TxDOT is reminding all Texans about the dangers of drunk driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced an increased enforcement period from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4. Texas law enforcement agencies are among those that will increase their efforts to pull over motorists...
State Fair of Texas Announces New Minors Policy
August 15, 2023 The State Fair of Texas is proud to be a family-friendly environment for visitors of all ages to celebrate all things Texan. As an added safety measure, the State Fair is implementing an AFTER 5 P.M. MINORS POLICY. During the 2023 State Fair of Texas, starting at 5:00 p.m. daily, all minors, age 17 and under, must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or chaperone (21+) when entering the Fair. Parents, guardians, or...
The Paris Junior College Welding Class Underwent Certification Testing
CERTIFYING The summer welding class at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center welding shop underwent certification testing Tuesday. Student Nickolas Niemirowski of Campbell has his project inspected by Instructor John Plemons. Nickolas, along with the rest of the class, passed certification. Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs weld certifying
SSISD Changes Academic Calendar One Week Before Classes Start
The Board of Trustees of the Sulphur Springs Independent School District met this week and made sweeping changes for the 2023-2024 Calendar. The first day of classes for students remains to be August 22, 2023, but several staff prep days have now been changed to instructional days meaning students will report to the classroom on those days. This change is to create more time for students in the classroom. The six extra days that...
SSISD Announces After School Program
August 14, 2023 – Students from ages 5-11 will be able to spend their afternoons on school days at the Barbara Bush campus as the school district releases the information this week for parents. SSISD will be accepting students for the program which starts August 22 and lasts until May 23, with the after school program not being held on regular school holidays. The After School Program will be offering homework help, play-based...
New Extension Agent Starts October 1st
August 14, 2023 – The new Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Family and Community Health agent for Hopkins County was officially welcomed by the Commissioners Court on Monday. Lisa Sprague, center, starts October 1st, 2023 Johanna Hicks, former Family and Community Health agent for Hopkins County was on hand to welcome Lisa Sprague. Hicks retired after nearly three decades serving East Texas residents. She officially...
