Plant Marigolds With Tomato Plants From Master Gardener David Wall
April 14, 2024 – When it comes to growing tomatoes, one of the best ways to use the power of companion planting to help grow a bigger and better harvest is to plant marigolds with or near your tomato plants. Marigolds add color to a vegetable garden, and their fragrant foliage and colorful blooms help protect tomato plants from pests, while simultaneously attracting beneficial insects! Many old-time gardeners used to ring their...
Paris District Road Report for week of April 15, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting April 15, 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...
If You Suspect Your Child is Having Developmental Issues, Your School Can Help
April 12, 2024 – If you suspect an infant, child, or young adult, of having a developmental delay or disability, your school can help Identify, Locate, and Evaluate. Services at no cost to the family are available. Reach out to your local school for more information. Child Find All Schools
Controlling Nutsedge Can be Challenging by Mario Villarino
April 12, 2024 – Controlling nutsedge can be challenging because of its extensive rhizome system. Cultural methods like regular mowing and hand pulling can help, but herbicides are often necessary. Pre-emergent herbicides can prevent nutsedge seeds from germinating, while post-emergent options can kill existing plants. However, repeated applications may be needed for effective control. It’s also important to improve soil...
Second Cup of Coffee Conducted April 2nd with Guest Dawna Pryor
April 12, 2024 – On this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had another chat with Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor. In this interview, the two discuss Cinco De Mayo, Mother’s Day, Senior Prom, and other upcoming activities. Go ahead and give it a view. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...
Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor Conducted April 2nd
April 11, 2024 – Below is another episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey. In this segment, John Mark visits with Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor again. The two discuss the progress of the new Senior Citizens Center, the upcoming Ms. Hopkins County Senior Classic Pageant, the upcoming Clara Bridges 90+ Banquet, and so much more. Give it a watch, you won’t be disappointed. 90+...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Next Meeting April 18th
April 11, 2024 – At the next Monthly meeting of the Hopkins County Genealogical Society, Donna Toups will present “Relatives ‘Round Me.” Her program will include a demonstration of the use of familysearch.com to determine how/if we are all related, beginning with starting a family tree and entering a deceased relative. Donna Toups and her husband, both native Texans, have 4 children and 13...
Sulphur Springs to Join in the Celebration of Cinco De Mayo May 4th
April 11, 2024 – The city of Sulphur Springs will join in the festivities to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with musical performances by Pilotos De Chihuahua, Sonido Ferros, and so much more! Come join in on the fun! Everyone is welcome. Sulphur Springs Cinco De mayo Celebration May 4 2024
This and That for April 2024 From Master Gardener David Wall
April 9, 2024 – For those who, for whatever reason, choose to cut the corn off the cob after cooking and before eating, holding on without burning or scalding you hand is always a problem. Fortunately, a simple, easy, and mess-free solution is to use an angel food cake pan. Simply place the stem end in the center hole and then slice downward with a knife to remove the kernels. Plants don’t just emit water vapor to the sky, they...
Commerce Church of Christ to Hold Fish Fry for First Responders April 11th
April 9, 2024 – The Commerce Church of Christ, located at 1900 Culver Street in Commerce, Texas, wishes to invite all First Responders to a Fish Fry in their honor Thursday, April 11, 2024, in their Fellowship Hall. They will be serving fried fish from 11:00am to 1:00pm. First Responders please join Commerce Church of Christ and let them show you their appreciation for all that you do.
