Be The Service Providing Free Thanksgiving Meals
November 7, 2023 – Do you need a FREE Thanksgiving Meal, or know of someone who does? Be The Service is here to help. Be The Service is an annual event sponsored by local churches right here in Hopkins County. Join us Saturday, November 18th as we give out 1,000 thanksgiving meals to those who are in need consisting of a Turkey and all the fixings. Distribution starts at 10AM and runs until 1PM. Come to the Sulphur Springs High...
VFW Chili Contest This Saturday November 11
Come join us for our inaugural VFW Chili Cookoff! Event starts at 8am and judging is at 1pm. $50 entry fee with a 2lb minimum. Everyone is welcome! 1st place $500 and a sponsorship to the state chili cookoff2nd place $2503rd place $100Any non food vendors are welcome to rent a spot as well for more information call (903)885-4666
Is Good Turf Worth the Effort? From Master Gardener David Wall
Many debate the need for quality turf or grass in their yard. While it’s true the EPA reports an average lawn consumes about 10,000 gallons of water over and above rainfall, and a lawn mower operating for one hour equals the amount of pollution emitted by a car driven for about 20miles, there are many benefits. For example, turf saves energy by staying 30 to 40 degrees cooler than bare soil and 50+ degrees cooler than streets, helping...
Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000 to Local Sulphur Springs Charities
On October 30, 2023, GSC Enterprises, Inc. held its 35th GSC Charity Golf Classic at Golf Clubs at the Tribute in The Colony, TX. The company presented $90,000.00 to six local and regional charities. These charities included Morgan’s Mercy Mansion, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center, Community Chest, SSISD Education Foundation, and the GSC Benevolence Fund. Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000...
Trego Family Pledges $400,000 to TAMUC Electrical Engineering
November 6, 2023 – COMMERCE, TX—Lion alumni Bruce and Barbara Trego have generously pledged $400,000 to benefit the Department of Engineering and Technology at Texas A&M University-Commerce. The Trego Family Engineering and Technology Endowment makes history as one of the most substantial planned gifts from a private donor to the department. The endowment serves a dual purpose: providing scholarships to electrical...
Veterans Breakfast This Thursday
The Senior Citizen Center will hold a monthly Veteran’s Breakfast on the second Thursday of each month.
Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park
November 4, 2023 – Warm Campfires and Cool Colors – Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park Cooper, TX— As the autumn leaves turn to vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, Cooper Lake State Park is welcoming visitors to experience the best of fall. The crisp, cool nights coupled with warm, sunny days have set the stage for what many consider the best time to camp in Texas. These ideal conditions foster the...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 6, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 6, 2023. 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 as...
Why Pickleball Can Be A Powerful Mood Booster
According to MacRae, sports, including pickleball, provide numerous physical and mental health benefits. When you participate in an aerobic activity like pickleball, your body releases endorphins, or hormones that relieve pain, reduce stress, and boost well-being. Playing pickleball is also a fun and efficient way of meeting the recommended guidance for physical activity (150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week). Physical...
Dinner Bell Menu For November 8, 2023
Water Oak School is the Community Partner for this meal. Dinner Bell appreciates the owners, staff and students for their continued support of this feeding ministry. Hopkins County Abstract, Kristen Monk and staff will assist in loading the food boxes and helping distribute them under the porte cochere (covered driveway) to those who come for meals. We are thankful for their assistance!!! GRAB and GO with a meal from the...
