The Myth of Multi-Tasking By Johanna Hicks
The Myth of Multi-Tasking Multi-tasking is thought of as a useful skill. As a matter of fact, the kitchen is a perfect example of multi-tasking. Preparing a meal and having each component ready at the same time definitely takes multi-tasking! However, it gets a lot of people in trouble behind the wheel. Most of us incorrectly assure ourselves that we can multi-task and use our cellphone while we drive. After all,...
CANHelp's Annual "Play it Forward" Tennis Tournament
It began in 2000 as Community Action Network, a resource guide of available community services within Hopkins County. In just a short time, the network expanded to CANHelp, a non-profit organization based in faith and devoted to it’s mission: “to provide compassionate, comprehensive solutions that empower the underserved in our communities to make positive, lasting changes in their lives”. CANHelp also operates a...
Learn to Cook Dutch Oven Style at Heritage Park’s Annual Outdoor Class
During his lifetime, Johnny “Buffalo” Chester put some new-found excitement into the age-old practice of Dutch Oven cooking for his friends in Hopkins County. He frequently held gatherings and cooked at events which attracted large crowds. During the Hopkins County Stew Contest, his pioneer-themed campsites were among the favorites to visit. Starting in the Spring of 2002, his friend Rick Wilson began teaching a cooking...
“Forgiven: A Fairy Tale” Will Showcase Dramatic Talents of C.H.E.S.S. Students
C.H.E.S.S. stands for Christian Homeschool Educators of Sulphur Springs. The membership consists of several dozen local families who teach their children at home and benefit from C.H.E.S.S. education co-operative activities. Besides the ABC’s of basic education, C.H.E.S.S. students can choose interesting electives like journalism, computer skills, photography, writing and other subjects as well as a number of team sports....
Newly Dedicated Liberty Circle in Heritage Park Will Honor Eagle Scouts
March 31, 2018 was a beautiful weather day for a dedication at Hopkins County Heritage Park and Museum in Sulphur Springs. Liberty Circle, a unique memorial to Eagle Scouting, was dedicated in its new permanent home by members of the Hopkins County Historical Society. Over 150 individuals, scout troops, former scouts and scouting families were in attendance as flags marking the site proudly snapped in the breeze. For a long time, the...
Dinner Bell Menu For April 4, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU April 4, 2018 Dinner Bell thanks the person (who does not want to be recognized) for their loving gesture Shepherd’s Pie Oven Roasted Broccoli, Cauliflower and Brussel Sprouts Garden Salad Buttered French Bread Lou’s Pineapple Cake Pineapple and Cottage Cheese Fluff (sugar free dessert) Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Served at 11:45 AM at...
25th Annual Plant Sale Benefiting Church Youth Group
This is their 25th Anniversary for selling plants.
Join the Fight Against Child Exploitation By Taking Easter Photos
Redeeming Zoe is an organization that fights child exploitation in the Philippines. They will be out on Celebration Plaza today, March 30th, until 6pm, and tomorrow, March 31st from 10am-6pm for their 3rd annual event “Photos for Freedom”. This event focuses on taking photos for the good, and showing positive family examples. Notre Dame, and Cotton Ball are just two of the Bunny Rabbits you can pose with for your Easter...
Bake Sale to Benefit Church Youth: Stop By Before They Sell Out
The Church of the Nazarene Youth group is having a Bake Sale until 3pm on the Square today, March 30th, 2018. The Youth Group had a wide variety of Easter themed baked goods for sale, and are raising money to go to Summer Camp. If they have extra money they will plan a day trip to Six Flags and meet up with other Nazarene Churches. Help support the kids and buy some tasty treats! They will be outside Alliance Bank on Celebration...
Understanding your Lawn: St. Augustine Grass By Mario Villarino
Understanding your lawn: St Augustine grass As our temperatures steadily increase and maintain temperatures, so is our desire and interest in the garden and lawns. After last weekend, the consultations coming to the extension offices related to lawn issues increased significantly. Common questions related St. Augustine grass lawns. St Agustine grass (Stenotaphrum secundatum (Walt.) Kuntze), is a perennial robust grass widely used for...
