Consider Motherland Okra in 2023
By David Wall, Mount Pleasant Master Garden One of the more fun crops to raise is okra. Historically, Clemson spineless has been the variety to grow or purchase. Its main limitation has been it needs to be picked at a maximum of 4” in length. Recent years have seen new varieties such as Jambalaya that produces more pods per stalk. Burgundy that remains edible out to 8”; and a Louisiana variety that’s good out to 16”!!! Well, there’s a...
Dinner Bell Menu for March 1, 2023
Texas Farm Credit is the Community Partner for the March 1 meal. Dinner Bell appreciates that entity’s support of this ministry. GRAB AND GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. MENU Creamy Chicken And Rice with Broccoli Buttered French Bread Slices Garden...
Paris District Road Report for February 27, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 27, 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...
Guaranty Bank and Trust Are Proud Sponsors of the 17th Annual Lights of Life Gala
Guaranty Bank & Trust are proud sponsors of the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 17th Annual Lights of Life Gala to be held on April 22. Representing the bank for a photo presentation are (l-r) Brandon Williams, Garrett Glass and (far right) Brad Thomas photographed with the Lights of Life Chair Whitney Vaughan (second from right). Guaranty Bank and Trust
NETLA Friday Show Kicks Off With Poultry
The NETLA Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock Show 2023 Poultry Contest lead Friday’s activities. Youth filled the arena with pens, buckets, boxes and other containers filled with the chickens the students raised. As the judging of the chickens commenced, cattle was being brought in the other end of the arena in preparation for their time to be judged. Local Hopkins County Extension Agent Mario Villarino was on hand to oversee the...
SSISD Jazz Band Delivers the Musical Goods at CraversTX
February 24, 2023 – The SSISD Wildcat Jazz Band played a set at Craverstx Community Garden on Thursday night. Spectators filled the seats, and others stood around the fire pit. There was a good crowd despite some cooler February weather. Everyone was welcome to sample authentic King Cake and New Orleans Punch. Spencer Emmert, Director of Bands at SSISD, had little to do during the set. His band was at ease and well rehearsed. A...
Annual Walk Like Madd
Feb. 23, 2023- The 10th annual Walk Like Madd fundraiser will be hosted on September 16 starting at 5pm at Buford park. Walk Like Madd is a fundraiser for Mothers Against Drunk Driving, a organization that spreads awareness of the dangers of driving under the influence. Funds raised through Walk Like MADD events allow MADD staff and volunteers in our community to: Provide emotional support and assistance with medical and legal...
Como United Methodist Church Wildgame Dinner And Auction
Feb. 23,2023- Como United Methodist church will be hosting its Annual Wildgame Dinner and Auction on March 11 at 5:30pm located at the CUMC family life center. Como United is located at: 309 Lynch St, Como, TX
Could Cremation Go Green In Texas?
Feb. 23, 2023- Alkaline hydrolysis a new form of cremation created to give those who want cremation another option to choose from. Alkaline hydrolysis uses water, alkaline chemicals, heat, and sometimes pressure and agitation, to accelerate natural decomposition, leaving bone fragments and a neutral liquid called effluent. The decomposition that occurs during the alkaline hydrolysis process is the same as that of burial. There are...
SSHS Jazz Band Concert in the Community Garden
February 22, 2023 – Twenty-three members of the SSHS Jazz Band will be performing at the Community Garden in Sulphur Springs. This is a free event, and everyone in encouraged to join in the fun. There will be King Cake, Special Punch, a photo booth and Jazz! The Community Garden The Community Garden officially started this winter. The owners and volunteers have constructed several raised beds, planted fruit trees, created a...
