Hopkins County Records May 8, 2020
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Hopkins County Records May 8, 2020

Applications for Marriage Licenses Michael Steven Money and Laura Elizabeth MurilloLeasel Ray Fields and Marlena Ruth WeigelBryan Adam Caudle and Kayleigh Ann LesterJames Wesley Privitt and Shawna Gail SartinDarrell John Millard and Shelbe Suzette ThomasJohn Marshall Fuller and Bonnie Gay Powers Record books at a clerk’s office Land Deed Transactions Casan Ashmore and C Ashmore to Fernando Gutierrez and Shaniqua N. Gutierrez;...

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Como-Pickton Will Hold Senior Graduation Within Guidelines at the Stadium
May08

Como-Pickton Will Hold Senior Graduation Within Guidelines at the Stadium

Como-Pickton will hold senior graduation as scheduled, on May 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the stadium. However, the high school seniors will be limited in the number of guests they are allowed to have at the live ceremony. Como-Pickton CISD Eagle logo The commencement exercise will follow the strict guidelines outlined by the state, in keeping with protocols in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Each graduating senior will only be allowed to...

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Trading Post for Friday, May 8, 2020
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Trading Post for Friday, May 8, 2020

For Sale: a 52″ Harbor Breeze ceiling huger ceiling fan with a light kit. Still in the box. Asking $35.00 firm. This party also has, for free, a over the toilet storage cabinet that measures 80″X26″X12″. Made out of yellow pine and stained Provencial. And, free, a wall shelf. It is 6 feet long, 16 inches deep, and has hooks on the underside to hang things. Oak finish. This party is also offering, for free, wood...

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H.C. Genealogical Society Research Library Re-Opens on Monday May 11 @ 10AM
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H.C. Genealogical Society Research Library Re-Opens on Monday May 11 @ 10AM

Hopkins County Genealogical Society’s Research Library will re-open on Monday May 11, 2020 at 10am. From a press release, here are the May 2020 guidelines for use of the Research Library. We are working in conjunction with the Sulphur Springs Public library and CDC recommendations to re-open our library. Our library hours for May 2020, beginning May 11, 2020: Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m....

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Cooper Lake is Calling! Enjoy Sights, Sounds and Fishing
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Cooper Lake is Calling! Enjoy Sights, Sounds and Fishing

Cooper Lake State Park Complex Manager Steve Killian loves living at a Sate Park. Although having managed other Parks across the State, all have their own special beauty and Cooper Lake certainly ranks high. Killian loves capturing it’s beauty with photos of each season. The Park staff continues to invite you, your family and friends to safely utilize Cooper Lake State Park and the other Texas treasures even during the COVID-19...

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Briley’s Barber Shop Re-Opens with Social Distancing
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Briley’s Barber Shop Re-Opens with Social Distancing

Mike Briley with a customer. Mike is a second-generation barber; his dad owned one of the two barber shops in their home community of Saltillo, Texas Long-time barber Mike Briley, owner of Briley’s Barber Shop at 105 Jefferson Street in downtown Sulphur Springs is happy to be re-opening his doors on Friday May 8, in compliance with recommended COVID-19 restrictions. Briley’s, like other barber shops and hair salons, was...

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Trading Post for Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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Trading Post for Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Needing: someone to mow their yard in the near future. Possibly within a week or so. Located at 609 Jefferson Street in Sulphur Springs, TX. If you can help this party, or for more info., please call 903-885-9464. Wanting: to hire someone to clear flowerbeds. Price negotiable. If you can help this party, or for more details, please phone 903-485-3079. For Sale: a Craftsman 42″ lawn tractor. “It’s a 2018 model used...

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Tira News — May 6, 2020
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Tira News — May 6, 2020

By JAN VAUGHN Yvonne Weir celebrated her May 4 birthday with family over the weekend.Dustin, Natalie, and Everly Weir spent Saturday night with Robert and Yvonne. Sarah and Lucas were there, too. Yvonne shared, “Dakota grilled supper for us and it was delicious. Everly is walking and researching every nook and cranny.” Dacy, Elise, and Eli Campbell visited on Monday and they all sat in the yard and had a good visit. At the last Tira...

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Chamber Connection — May 7, 2020
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Chamber Connection — May 7, 2020

By Lezley Brown, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce I wanted to start this column by saying, “Welcome to the Hunger Games!” Sometimes I feel like we ARE in the Hunger Games, especially after reading about Murder Hornets. This morning I read about some schools already deciding to go completely online in the fall, and stress just starts to creep into my skin. What is this craziness we are living? I think it is important...

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May 6-12 Designated As National Nurses Week
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May 6-12 Designated As National Nurses Week

Business News Release Sulphur Springs, Texas, May 4, 2020 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ. National Nurses Week 2020 This week we celebrate Nurses! National Nurses Week 2020 begins Wednesday, May 6, through Tuesday, May 12, and celebrates nurses and their role in society. It also raises awareness about nursing as a possible career choice and...

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