Paris District Road Report for the Week of May 25, 2020
May23

Paris District Road Report for the Week of May 25, 2020

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of May 25, 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...

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Governor Abbott, DPS Announce Limited Reopening Of Driver License Offices
May22

Governor Abbott, DPS Announce Limited Reopening Of Driver License Offices

Limited Services By Appointment Only As Part Of Phased Approach  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will begin a phased opening of driver license offices starting May 26th with limited service offerings. As part of this opening plan, DPS will launch a statewide driver license (DL) appointment system that allows customers to book appointments up to six months in advance....

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TxDOT Urges Drivers to Plan Sober Rides Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
May22

TxDOT Urges Drivers to Plan Sober Rides Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

TxDOT warns drivers about consequences of drinking and driving May 22, 2020AUSTIN – As COVID-19 orders are relaxed in many parts of the state and more Texans return to the roads, TxDOT’s “Plan While You Can” campaign is reminding drivers to make a sober ride part of their Memorial Day weekend plans. “The long weekend should be an enjoyable start to summer, and we understand more and more people are beginning to venture out,” said...

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Hopkins County COVID-19 Testing Update: 467 Negative, 27 Pending, 15 Positive Tests
May22

Hopkins County COVID-19 Testing Update: 467 Negative, 27 Pending, 15 Positive Tests

Of the 509 COVID-19 screenings of Hopkins County residents over the last 68 days, 15 have been confirmed through lab-testing as positive, 467 were negative and 27 test results are still pending, according to the COVID-19 testing update reported May 22 by Hopkins County Hospital District COO and EMS Director Brent Smith. Hopkins County Stats May has been the most active month for COVID-19 cases for Hopkins County, due at least in part...

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The Independence Concert, Fireworks Set on Celebration Plaza Saturday September 5!
May21

The Independence Concert, Fireworks Set on Celebration Plaza Saturday September 5!

L. to R. Sharla Campbell, Symphony League Treasurer and Linda Galligher, League President The news is out and it’s flag-waving news! The annual Independence Concert and Fireworks, put on by the Sulphur Springs Symphony League, will be held in 2020. The will be staged in the usual grand style on Celebration Plaza on Saturday September 5, 2020 during the Labor Day weekend. First cancelled by COVID-19 restrictions from it’s...

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Relay For Life Format Will Be Modified To Honor, Keep Survivors Safe This Year
May20

Relay For Life Format Will Be Modified To Honor, Keep Survivors Safe This Year

This year’s Relay For Life format is being adapted in order to both honor and protect survivors as the community and world continues to employ health safety practices due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The format of the June 12 Relay For Life Tri-County Tx is being modified to honor survivors, while still keeping them and the community safe. “We are so sorry for the many changes this year, but we are trying to adapt to the...

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Trading Post for May 28, 2020
May20

Trading Post for May 28, 2020

Mature lady needed for light housekeeping Two times per week for elderly lady. Please call for details 903-348-7275. Selling a black and decker food processor open it but didn’t use it found it under cabinet forgot about it asking $30, call or text 903-440-5523 12 inch Craftsman bandsaw. In good condition and comes with extra saw blades. Asking a $135 but is negotiable. If interested ask for Bob Perdue at 903-885-4757. Other...

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CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News: Soft Opening For Women’s Center
May20

CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News: Soft Opening For Women’s Center

Sulphur Springs, Texas, May 19, 2020 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ. National EMS Week 2020 Since 1983, Hopkins County Hospital District has operated the Emergency Medical Service for Hopkins County. The award-winning EMS crew works 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365-day a year, and currently provides ambulance coverage to Hopkins, Delta,...

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This Memorial Day Do Not Become A Memory!
May20

This Memorial Day Do Not Become A Memory!

By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health Agent, [email protected] According to information from the University of Southern California, alcohol sales have surged since the COVID-19 pandemic began, raising concerns among experts and others that the bottoms-up binge could come with a social cost.  As family and friends break free from shelter-in-place orders and begin to plan their Memorial Day...

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Chamber Connection — May 21, 2020
May20

Chamber Connection — May 21, 2020

Annual Golf Tournament Reschedule Date Announced By Lezley Brown, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce The Chamber is excited to announce that we are moving forward with our annual Golf Tournament! Our reschedule date is Friday, June 19, at Sulphur Springs Country Club. As usual, we will have morning and afternoon flights, and we have availability for teams right now. This tournament will look different in a few ways … we...

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