Celebration City Reaching Capacity; Population Increasing
In the past year, Sulphur Springs has seen a rise in community events, activity, and renovation. There has also been a rise in population as well with many apartment complexes in the city reaching capacity. The few complexes left in town that have space left are leasing rapidly, with most vacancies lasting shorter than a month. West Oaks Village Apartments leased out five apartments within the month of May alone. Also full are Meadow...
Donation Given to Dinner Bell FUMC
The Dinner Bell at FUMC has been operating for 3 years and has served over 18,000 meals. Judy Gilreath tells us that they serve 120 meals each Wednesday. Although there is no charge for the meal, they gladly accept donations. Wednesday July 1, 2015, a big boost donation of 500 dollars was given to The Dinner Bell at FUMC by the Sulphur Springs Corvette Club. Pictured in the photo (l-r) Tim Gee, Nancy Rooks, Judy Gilreath, Roy...
Wanna Go Fast? You can for 5001ft
The Sulphur Springs Airport will be hosting the Texas 1/2 Mile Shootout. This November 14th and 15th if you have $225, a helmet, a car (safety inspection required), and a need for speed… KSLR has your fix. wannagofast.com coordinates events around the country. Full details are on the website, including a refund policy that prospective participants should review. This event could sell out. Growing up I never had a Muscle car a...
MLK Church of Christ VBS July 25th, 2015
Greetings Brothers and Sisters in Christ This year we will be having our Vacation Bible School on July 27-29 at 7p.m. The theme for this year will be: TEAM POSSIBLE. We will have class for all ages and are encouraging to come out and support the event. We will kick off our VBS on July 25 with an outing in Pacific Park from 2pm-9pm, there will be food, games, and great fellowshipping. If any other information is needed please feel...
The Importance of Sun Protection
Everyone has heard it’s important to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun. From the mysteries of the ‘SPF’ number to fashion sunglasses that look cool, but can actually increase your eyes exposure to UV rays, I want to share some of my personal tips. For example: you can protect yourself from sun damage by covering your skin with long pants, long sleeve shirts, and a wide-brimmed hat. Sunglasses are...
Godzilla! Makes His Debut Friday Night at Celebration Plaza!
‘Godzilla’ will start at dark on the Square. Bring your family, blankets, chairs, picnic basket, and settle in for a wonderful movie experience! This weeks movie selection is a something kids will enjoy. Adding to the excitement, local vendor, ‘Little Caesars’ will have their Hot ‘n Ready pizza for sale during the movie. The fountain will be open and ready for kids to get refreshed. Family’s can...
2015 OUTDOOR KIDS CAMP AT COOPER LAKE STATE PARK/SOUTH SULPHUR UNIT
2015 OUTDOOR KIDS CAMP Texas Parks and Wildlife has promoted the theme of “LIFE IS BETTER OUTSIDE!”. And how true that theme is! Studies show that a person who spends time outside are usually healthier, does better in school, and affects them cognitively and behaviorally. Cooper Lake State Park is offering three days, July 7th,8th, and 9th , of outdoor activities especially for kids age 8 through 13. The activities will begin at 8:30...
Strutting Turkey
Why do male turkeys strut? Male turkeys gobble, strut, prance, and sniff to attract females. During the strut the tail is fanned out and held up vertically, the wings are lowered so that the tips of their wings drag on the ground, and the feathers on the back and chest are fluffed out, with the head held back. During the strut the facial skin engorges and is red, white and blue colors. The turkeys ‘snood’ (long flap of...
Veterans Memorial Engraving
A Father Daughter team is adding names to the POW/MIA list on the Memorial in Sulphur Springs. Don Brewer, owner of Brewer Lettering in Pickton, TX and his daughter-in-law Shona were both busy Thursday Morning. Pioneer Memorials contracted with Don, who’s father was a Vietnam Veteran, to make the additions to the list. Don’s father passed away this previous February. This job was especially important to complete...
