Study: Texas Traffic Congestion Rebounded In 2021
TxDOT Statewide News Update — Nov. 29, 2022 TxDOT: Annual Study Underscores Continued Need For Mobility Investment COVID-19’s effects on Texas traffic levels lingered throughout 2021, with delays on the state’s most congested roadways growing but still below pre-pandemic gridlock conditions, according to a new study performed by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI). Texas Clear Lanes traffic congestion...
Pine Bark Beetles Are Relatively Common Pests That Can Quickly Kill Pine Trees
By Mario Villarino, Texas AgriLife Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hopkins County, [email protected] Pine bark beetles attack and kill pine trees, and are relatively common pests of pine forests. The feeding and tunneling activities of adult and larval pine bark beetles eventually girdles an infested tree (e.g., disrupts the transport of water and nutrients up and down the stem) and quickly kills it. A bark...
The 2022 Holiday Season Will Officially Kickoff Friday For SSISD Fine Arts Students
Sulphur Springs ISD fine arts students are gearing up for the 2022 holiday season, which will officially kickoff Friday night. The next two weeks will be packed with opportunities for community members to enjoy the sounds of the district’s accomplished band and choir students. The festivities begin Friday evening, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. with music played by the state-ranked Wildcat Band as the students join friends and fellow...
Choral Society Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Week Leading Up To Christmas Concert Designated As Northeast Texas Choral Society Week Northeast Texas Choral Society is celebrating 25 years of quality choral presentations, with the annual Christmas Concert, entitled appropriately “Silver Bells.” Singers and members of the board were present during Hopkins County Commissioners Court Monday morning to receive a proclamation designating the week leading up to the 2022...
League Street Church of Christ: Winter Coat Giveaway
Saturday, December 3rd, 2022 in the Cash Saver Parking lot on Main, those in need can come and receive a free winter coat. Please be courteous and only take what you need. League St Church of Christ
Trading Post for November 30, 2022
For sale: 6 pair of men’s wolverine steel toe work boots, new, in boxes, size 8 1/2. $50 per pair. 4 pairs of men’s athletic shoes, almost new, worn very little. $20 per pair. 903 866 2770. Wanted: Someone to put up Christmas Lights on house. 903 441 4186 TOY SALE-if you are not wanting to spend a lot of money but have a great Christmas for the little ones then you need to see what I have a huge toy sale, of the items i...
Using Fallen Leaves For Mulch
By David Wall, Mount Pleasant Master Gardener Well, leaves have started falling in great abundance. Unfortunately, they pile up on the ground, leading wives to gently (?) suggest they be removed. So, what are we to do? Fall leaves A solid or near solid ground covering of dead leaves blocks both water and air from penetrating the ground. Trapping too much moisture sets up the area for present and future rot and fungal diseases. Yes,...
Meal A Day Menu And Senior Citizens Center Calendar for Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2022
Volunteers prepare meals at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and deliver them five days a week to Meal A Day program recipients in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. The Meal A Day Menu for the remainder of the week of Nov. 28-Dec. 2, 2022 includes: MONDAY, NOV. 28 — Ham & Broccoli Quiche, Hashbrowns, Fruit Salad and a Biscuit. TUESDAY, NOV. 29 — Apricot Glazed Chicken Over Rice, Broccoli & Cauliflower, and a Roll....
Paris District Road Report for November 28, 2022
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 28, 2022. 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...
Christmas at Heritage Park Rescheduled
Originally set for November 26 and December 3rd, 2022, Christmas at Heritage park will now be December 3rd, and December 10th. Saturday December 3rd & Saturday December 10th 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Admission – $3 per person, children under 7 are free. Visit Santa, 🎅 see lighted displays and a live Nativity, enjoy live music, roast marshmallows on an open fire, buy homemade Christmas candy at the Candy Store in the Atkins...
