American Legion and VFW Team up with Carter Blood Care
Sulphur Springs American Legion Post 66 and VFW post 8560 are hosting a blood drive to help save lives. Everyone in Sulphur Springs, Hopkins County and all of North East Texas mark your calendar on 27 June 2020 from 0900 till 1430… that’s 9am till 2:30pm for the civilians. The Carter Blood Care bus will be at Bookshires in Sulphur Springs. Stop by say hi and save a life. Anyone needing more information abou the blood drive...
Beat the Heat Fan Drive Receives a Boost from GSC
Karon Weatherman, Director of the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Center, reports that the Beat the Heat Fan Drive going on for local seniors got a big boost today when Grocery Supply Inc. stepped in to assist. GSC staffers Lori Dunavin Ray and Vickie Pickle delivered 33 new fans to the Seniors Center to help the cause. Seniors, if you need a fan to help keep you cool, contact Karon at 903-885-1661. Thanks GSC!!
Wesley United Methodist Church Tax-Aide Site Will Not Re-open
The Wesley United Methodist Church Tax-Aide site will not re-open for the remainder of this tax season. The health and safety of our volunteers, staff and taxpayers is our top priority, and the decision not to re-open was made based on health data trends for U.S. states and counties. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is offering online options to assist taxpayers affected by the suspension of in-person services:A self-prep option, providing...
Trading Post for June 16, 2020
Lost Puppy: Named Lucky, black dachshund, intact, blue collar. 611 Fuller St. Reward offered. Owner is deaf, and missing the dog terribly. If you have seen this dog, or for more info., please call 903-885-7764. Needing: Once a week cleaning will pay $10.00 hr. Wednesday please. Dike Tx. call for information 903 945-3202. I have a fisher price sit me up floor seat and a summer infant 3 stage super baby seat the baby can twist and turn...
Community Players, Inc. Fundraiser Sale is June 20
Community Players Inc.Community Players Fund Raising EventDate: June 20, 2020Time: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PMPlace: B&B Rentals, 1422 N Hillcrest Drive, Sulphur Springs, TxCommunity Players Inc. is a non-profit organization that owns and operates Main Street Theatre, 225 Main Street, Sulphur Springs. The virus has darkened our doors but this is a prime opportunity for a major repair. The front of the building needs extensive work....
Volunteer Driver Needed Mondays To Deliver Meals
A volunteer driver is needed on Mondays for Meal A Day Route 1. The route takes approximately 1 hour, starting at about 9:30 a.m. Mondays at the Senior Citizens Center. Meal A Day is staffed by volunteers who donate their time to prepare and deliver food to senior citizens and individuals who are unable to provide or prepare meals for themselves. Senior Citizens Center Program Director Weatherman asks that anyone willing to help, even...
Meal A Day Menu For June 15-19, 2020
While the Senior Citizens Center remains temporarily closed due to COVID-19, the dedicated Meal A Day volunteers continue to work five days a week preparing and delivering meals to shut-in elderly in the community. The Meal A Day menu for June 15-19, 2020 includes: Monday —- Lemon Chicken, On a Bed of Garden Rice and California Blend Vegetables Tuesday — Sliced Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Normandy Vegetables and a Roll Wednesday —...
Trading Post for June 14, 2020
For Sale: free range eggs. Asking $2 and $3 per dozen. Also, for sale, fresh or frozen blueberries. Asking $5 a pound. If interested, or for more details, please call 469-693-2246. I have a heifer missing off of County Road 1114 in Brashear Texas. She’s been missing for about a week. I have been looking for her having no luck. Called the sheriff’s department and made a report she is about 16 months old, no horns, light...
Paris District Road Report for the Week of June 15, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of June 15, 2020. 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...
11 Students Recognized As 2020 Bright Stars Scholars
Eleven Hopkins County residents were recognized Thursday evening as 2020 Bright Stars Scholars. The students were selected to receive scholarships from the John and Deborah Gillis Foundation to continue their education beyond high school. When John and Deborah Gillis established the foundation in 2018 their goal was give back to their hometown by providing scholarships to students who might not otherwise be able to pursue...
