Book Signing For ‘Living Loved’ September 14
August 13, 2024 – A book signing for ‘Living Loved’ is coming up September 14, 2024. Local author Tracy Kelly will be on hand starting at 12 PM. This event will take place at the Good News! Christian Bookstore in Sulphur Springs. About the author Tracy Kelley is a follower of Jesus, mother, grandmother, author and speaker, living in Sulphur Springs, TX. She is the author of the book Living Loved, Learning to Live...
Andrew Vo Competes at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix in Poland
August 13, 2024 – Andrew Vo, your local 15-year-old Sophomore at Sulphur Springs High School, and his family traveled to Poland for 2 weeks to compete at the WGP#1 World Grand Prix / Jettribe European Championship Jetski Race. The WGP#1 Grand Prix is the highest level of Jetski racing in the world, consisting of 3 rounds: Round 1, Olszowka, Poland; Round 2, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, USA; and Round 3, the finals located at...
East End Allegiance: Our Youth 7th Annual Cool Down
It’s our 7th Annual BACK 2 SCHOOL READY “COOL DOWN” 18ft Water Slide! Music! Face Painting, Slim Making, Games, Corny Dogs, Grilled Hotdogs, Nachos, Brisket Sandwich, Kool-Aid, Aqua Fresca, and more Time: 3pm-6pm Date: AUGUST 18, 2024 Location: H.W. GREYS BUILDING 413 Beckham St Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 Event Sponsors: Saputo PopStyle Popcorn 360 Barber College WOODCHOPPER S.W.A.G. Ocean Spray Style Me Kocky The Candle Company...
1 Million Samsung Ovens Recalled
August 12, 2024 – Samsung has received over 300 reports of unintentional activation of the front-mounted knobs by humans or pets since 2013. These ranges have been involved in approximately 250 fires. At least 18 fires caused extensive property damage. Approximately 40 injuries have been reported, eight of which required medical attention, and there have been reports of seven fires involving pet deaths. Consumers using the...
Dawna Pryor Chatted with John Mark About Upcoming Activities at the Senior Center on This Second Cup of Coffee
Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen’s Activity Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor stopped by and visited with John Mark on this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey. The two talk about activities being held at the Senior Citizen’s Activity Center including a cook out, movie watching, “What Helps Me” discussion about preparing for the future such as a will, another discussion with a professional about...
Bees for Bananas? From Master Gardener David Wall
August 11, 2024 – The weather this year has played havoc with honeybees. First, way too much rain and lower than normal temperatures. Now, not enough rain and too much heat. Both conditions deter honeybees from foraging. Pollen is solidifying on flowers, making it very difficult to obtain. It’s just not a good time to be a honeybee, but they keep trying. So, what can we do to help? Something most of us have never even considered...
Paris District Road Report for Week of August 12, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Aug. 12, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Texas A&M Forest Service Forester Receives National Smokey Bear Award
August 11, 2024 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Michelle Moore, Texas A&M Forest Service Forester, received a bronze Smokey Bear award today in recognition of her efforts to create a first-of-its-kind wildfire prevention resource guide. The Introduction to Fire Prevention virtual resource guide created by Moore is a Texas-specific guide for volunteer fire departments, members of the public and Texas A&M Forest Service...
Fifth Annual Designer Handbag Bingo Deemed a Success
August 11, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Board of Directors is proud of the funds they funnel back into Hopkins County’s healthcare. They are also proud of the events they sponsor to ensure the means to fund those healthcare initiatives. This year’s Designer Handbag Bingo, held on August 8, had approximately 583 bingo players in attendance. Given away that night were 33...
President Does not Favor A&M-Dallas Name
August 9, 2024 – Texas A&M-Commerce president Dr. Mark Rudin has issued a message on the Alumni Association Facebook page, saying that based on comments received from alumni, students, faculty, staff and other supporters, he won’t support the renaming of the university as Texas A&M University-Dallas. Rudin writes: “I have informed the Board of Regents and A&M-System Chancellor John Sharp that I will not...
