Atmos Energy Provides Big Boost to PJC Early Childhood Education Students
Paris Junior CollegePublic Information Services Paris Junior College has received a $10,000 donation for early childhood education scholarships from Atmos Energy. The first-time partnership between PJC and Atmos will assist education students attending PJC in Paris, Greenville and Sulphur Springs. “Through our Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities program, we proudly support the local school districts that nurture bright minds and...
Symphony League Auction 2020: The Official List
Click here to view the live feed on YouTube Here is the Official List of items up for grabs at the 2020 Symphony Auction. The auction will take place at the KSST Studios on November 21st, 2020. You can bid by phone [903-885-0700], and watch the audio live on YouTube. You can also listen to the live auction by tuning to KSST 1230 AM. Bidding starts at 6:00PM. Bodacious BBQ Dinner for 20-Pick up at restaurant Jay & Patty...
The Annual Sulphur Springs FFA Stew and Auction
The annual Sulphur Springs FAA Stew and Auction will be held Saturday November 21st, 2020. Come to the Sulphur Springs High School cafeteria for an evening of food and fun. Doors open at 5pm.
Chamber Connection: Saturday Symphony Auction, Danna’s Grand Re-Opening Planned
By Lezley Brown, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce I’m excited to let you know that we have begun work on the 2021 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation hopefuls, and even hometown heroes who are interested in learning more about our local businesses. They include historical information as well all things to the see and do in Hopkins...
2020 CASA Cookie Walk Canceled, Donations Still Accepted To Benefit Children
Typically at this time of year, Lake Country CASA is gearing up for a holiday tradition, the CASA Cookie Walk. The annual fundraiser has been canceled this year, due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements and in order to keep CASA’s children, and the many generous volunteers and community members who support CASA’s kids through their contributions to the Cookie Walk, as safe as possible. About CASA Many things have...
Be Part of Something Big – Master Wellness Volunteer Program
By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, [email protected] Johanna Hicks In the United States, 86% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and many others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these costs can be managed and potentially reduced through...
Save the Date! Sat. Nov. 21 for SS Symphony League Radio/TV/Facebook Auction!
Board members Sharla Campbell and Adam Teer explain to Channel 18 TV viewers how the Auction works Get ready for some fun while staying safe and social distancing! The annual Symphony League Auction is the best way to shop-from-home and help a good local cause. It’s also a traditional way to kick off the holiday season! For 29 years, the Sulphur Springs Symphony League has offered unique, quality items in a fun bid-to-own style...
Nov. 16 COVID-19 Update: 7 New Molecular Cases, 112 Positive Antigen Results
Hopkins County/Sulphur Springs Emergency Management officials received notification that 7 additional county residents have received positive molecular COVID-19 results since their last report on Friday, according to the Nov. 16 COVID-19 update. Since there have been no new recoveries in a week, the active case count has continued to rise over the last week to 136 on Monday, the highest active case count in the last 11 days....
With Weather Quickly Reaching Winter Temperatures, Take Advantage of the Few Warm Days Left by Mario Villarino
Developed by Dr. Mario A. Villarino, County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources Hopkins County, Texas You probably have lived it also: by the time you get ready for the winter the winter is already here! With our weather already reaching winter-like temperatures, might as well take advantage of the few warm days left during our short-lived...
PJC JobReady Courses Provide Quick Start For High Demand Positions
Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs — First day of fall semester, 2020 PJC-Sulphur Springs CenterPublic Information Services Paris Junior College is joining community colleges across Texas to meet the needs of Texans who need to upgrade their skills in the midst of the current economic crisis. Through the Texas Community College Teachers Association, PJC has partnered with JobReady to offer high-quality skills training at an...
