Miller Grove News, March 3, 2017
by Brandon Darrow How many of you have your gardens started? Yes, it’s that time if you haven’t already started breaking up the ground and planting yet. I have onions, potatoes, and a few cabbage plants in the ground right now. I’ve seen a few other gardens in the area and they are looking good. Light rains and warmer temperatures are really making my onions look green and lush. Friday, Feb. 17, was a day of reunion for some...
Tira News March 3, 2017
By Jan Vaughn Yvonne Weir’s uncle died last week and she traveled to Michigan to visit her aunt. She commented, “It’s snowy here.” Please remember Yvonne and her family in prayer. Wesley Weir bowled on Saturday. Yvonne reported that “Lilly and Jasmine Taylor came and bowled. They all did quite well.” Doris (Horn, Burkham) Moon passed away on Tuesday. Her funeral will be in Spence Chapel at First Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs on...
Hot Tips for Slow Cooker Safety By Johanna Hicks
Hot Tips for Slow Cooker Safety Slow cookers are a great kitchen appliance for helping those of us with busy days still serve a homemade dinner; but there are a few things you should know to make sure that meal is prepared safely. Read our tips from a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension registered dietitian on slow cooker food safety: 1) The Basics: Start with a clean cooker, utensils and work area. Wash hands before and during food...
NETLA Recap By Mario Villarino
It has been just over a week after our NETLA Junior Livestock Show is over and by now the final add on support is getting in and our totals getting computed. Just as we recap some of the experiences gained in putting a show as this together I was asked to explain to new families the reasons to get involved raising and showing projects. I can hardly start describing the experience without recalling my own experience growing up selling...
Busy Week for Eighth Judicial District Court
During two days of docket calls this week, several plea bargains were reached in Eighth Judicial District Court according to the District Attorney’s office. Chase Alan Harrison was arrested in possession of methamphetamine while on probation for Burglary of a Habitation. He was sentenced to 90 days in county jail as a sanction after which he will be sent to SAFP, a program for drug rehabilitation, for nine (9) months. He will remain...
Chamber Connection March 2, 2017
It’s time for the Spring Fever Bike Rally!!! Saturday, March 11th is the date for the Spring Fever Bike Rally. Hopkins County will be expecting 500-600 cyclists who will ride in either a 10 mile, 25 mile, 38 mile, or 58 mile ride. Matt Dunn will be providing entertainment on Celebration Plaza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., so either sign up to ride in the rally, or come out and cheer on these athletes!! It’s an entertaining day in...
Meal A Day Menu for March 6th-10th
Meal A Day Menu March 6th – March 10th Monday Chicken Breast On a Bed of Rice Providence Vegetables Roll Tuesday Shepherds Pie Pickled Beets Roll Wednesday Sliced Ham Sweet Potatoes Brussels Spouts Roll Thursday Taco Soup Tortilla Chips Tossed Salad Friday Chicken Noodle Casserole Broccoli...
PJC-Sulphur Springs Announces Continuing Ed Classes
Classes in health care and Microsoft Word are available this month from the Paris Junior College – Sulphur Springs Center’s Continuing Education Department. The Nurse Aide Skills Refresher class is for any student wanting to refresh their Nurse Aide skills prior to their certification test. Students must register 48 hours in advance. The class is offered Wednesday, March 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. A Nurse Aide class will be...
