2021 John Chester Dutch-Oven Cook-off and Indian Summer Day is October 2 in Heritage Park
The John Chester Dutch Oven Cook-off will take place Saturday October 2, 2021 starting at 9 a.m in Heritage Park, 416 North Jackson Street in Sulphur Springs. The annual Cook-off will be part of the Park’s Indian Summer Day, lasting til 2pm. The event is hosted by the Hopkins County Historical Society. Parking is free and general admission into the Park is $3.00. Enjoy strolling around and viewing pioneer and artisan crafts and...
COVID Booster Shots Are Now Available
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News – September 21, 2021 CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ. By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Do You Need a COVID test, but are unable to get in to see your provider for testing or an...
Lee Street Jamboree: Fun for the Entire Family
Last Saturday September 18th, was the annual Lee Street Jamboree in downtown Greenville. Families were all smiles as they grabbed some snacks to eat, and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Food trucks had everything from kettle corn popcorn and Kona ice to nachos, hamburgers, cheese fries, and even wine popsicles for mom and dad! Many of the unique vendors offered great deals that had people shopping until they dropped. Several vendors...
2021 Clara Bridges 90+ Celebration at Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
It is an great achievement to reach over 90 years old. Karon Weatherman has honored those who have gained that achievement for years. Karon Weatherman, Director of the Sulphur Springs Senior Center expresses a solution to still honor the 90+ seniors while keeping everyone safe. She states: “Instead of having one large event I am going to hold smaller Birthday Celebrations at each of the 6 Nursing Homes and Assisted Livings here...
The Strong Town Movement Comes to Sulphur Springs September 23, 2021
Author Charles Marohn “Many towns in North America are struggling financially despite decades of “growth”. Charles Marohn, professional engineer and founder of the Strong Towns movement, will join us to discuss how to improve the trajectory of our town and help us to become more resilient.”Neal Barker Join guest speaker Charles Marohn and Neal Barker Thursday September 23, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m, at The Venue to...
2021 Earl W. Martin 42 Tournament Registration Forms Mailed for the October 16 Tourney
Domino game on wooden background The Registration Forms for the 2021 Earl W. Martin 42 Tournament went out in the mail on September 16. The Tournament will be Saturday October, 16, at 10 a.m. Hopkins County Stew and Crackers will be served as lunch for $ 5.00. This date will not interfere with those wishing to attend Hopkins County Stew Contest activities. Please register early so that your name tags and the score boards can be...
Get Ready for the Saltillo Community Homecoming Sunday October 10,2021
The Saltillo Community Home Coming will be held in the Saltillo High school cafeteria. Those who are attending are asked to bring a covered dish. Tea and water will be provided. The Homecoming event will begin with coffee and visiting at 10:30 a.m.Lunch will start at 12:20 p.m.Following lunch, there will be a short program and the discussing of business, starting at 1:15 p.m.After the program everyone is free to visit with each other...
Chamber Connection – September 15, 2021: It’s Not Too Late For Stew Cooks To Register For Contest
By Butch Burney It’s not too late for stew cooks to get their registration forms in for the 52nd Annual World Championship Hopkins County Stew Contest, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 23, at Buford Park. Come by the Chamber office or send us an email and we will get the registration form to you. We are expecting a big turnout for this year’s event, so be sure and get your spot. We will have the north and south sides of the park open...
Hopkins County Food Agencies Need Help Loading Food onto Trucks…Can You Volunteer?
If you could spare about 1 to 2 hours on Mondays, our community could really use your help. Each Monday between 9:00 and 9:30am, the North Texas Food Bank Truck arrives at the Sulphur Springs Church of the Nazarene parking lot. Six food-distribution agencies who serve Hopkins County residents in various communities meet there to receive a shipment of food. Each agency brings it’s own truck and trailer to pick up their food....
