Saltillo Sr. Class of 2021 Raising $ for Summer BasketBall
May03

Saltillo Sr. Class of 2021 Raising $ for Summer BasketBall

L to R: Ally Smith, Allie Lane, Julianna Giles, Anna Reeder, Maddy Smith, Brittney Peeples, (bottom) Chandler Bain, Paisley Kastner, and Jocelyn Ochoa On Friday May 1, 2020, the girls of Saltillo Class of 2021 conducted a fundraiser at the Come and Eat Cafe located just down the road from the Saltillo school community at Weaver, Texas. From 2-8pm on the first day of ‘re-opening’ for the cafe, business was brisk at times...

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Paris District Road Report for the Week of May 4, 2020
May02

Paris District Road Report for the Week of May 4, 2020

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of May 4, 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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6th COVID-19 Case Reported In Hopkins County
May01

6th COVID-19 Case Reported In Hopkins County

Hopkins County Emergency Management Team Friday evening reported Hopkins County within 3 hours received notification of two positive cases of coronavirus confirmed by the state today, marking six total cases of COVID-19 reported in Hopkins County. Two positive COVID-19 cases reported in Hopkins County May 1 This is the second notification of a new case today, after going 26 days with no new cases. The first four individuals who were...

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Trading Post for Friday, May 1, 2020
May01

Trading Post for Friday, May 1, 2020

For Sale: two small room air conditioners. Asking $75 each. Also, for sale, one electric cook stove for $150.00. And, two refrigerators. Asking $75 each. If interested in any of these items, or for more details, please call Vernell W. at 903-885-5175. For Sale: (A list of five items.) #1.) A 5,000 Watt 110 Volt air conditioner with heat pumps for $175.00. #2.) A 6,500 Watt 110 Volt air conditioner for $175.00. #3.) A 55″ smart...

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May 1, 2020 Re-opening Guidelines for the Sulphur Springs Public Library
May01

May 1, 2020 Re-opening Guidelines for the Sulphur Springs Public Library

HOURS FOR MAYMonday through Friday 10-6Regular opening MTWF 9-6, Thursdays 11-8 and Saturday 9-1 willresume in June RESPIRATORY ETIQUETTEIf you feel sick or are sneezing or coughing, for the consideration,comfort and safety of all, please stay home. BOOKSCurbside Service is extended through MayLimit of 10 books per card at checkout (or 20 per family)Books must be returned at the book drop on the side of the building COMPUTERS8...

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5th COVID-19 Case Reported In Hopkins County
May01

5th COVID-19 Case Reported In Hopkins County

Hopkins County Emergency Management Team Friday afternoon reported Hopkins County has another positive case of coronavirus confirmed by the state, marking the fifth case of COVID-19 reported in Hopkins County. Positive COVID-19 test This is the first notification of a new case since April 4. The four other individuals who were confirmed by lab testing through the state to have COVID-19 have already recovered. The case they were...

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What’s In A Name: Heirloom, Hybrids And GMOs?
Apr30

What’s In A Name: Heirloom, Hybrids And GMOs?

By Phyllis Kitten, Hopkins County Master Gardener When it comes to understanding and distinguishing the difference between heirloom plants, the lines may be a bit blurry to the home gardener. Heirloom Plants If you’re part of the baby boomer generation, your grandparents, and probably your parents grew heirloom vegetables almost exclusively. Most heirloom seeds have been handed down from generation to generation — most regions of the...

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Kindness Matters: Vender Wright Sings to Residents of Carriage House Manor
Apr30

Kindness Matters: Vender Wright Sings to Residents of Carriage House Manor

Vendor sings familiar favorites acapella and shouts “Thank you, Jesus” often during her joyful presentation Vender is not only the talented Ms. Hopkins County Senior Classic 2019, she is a loving and gifted singer who volunteers regularly at Carriage House Manor Nursing Home in Sulphur Springs. “Though she doesn’t have a family member in residence here, she likes to come out to cheer people up and lift their...

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What To Expect When The Library Reopens May 1
Apr29

What To Expect When The Library Reopens May 1

Readers will be thrilled to know Sulphur Springs Public Library will be one of the entities reopening for in-person visits beginning Friday. There will be a few changes, in accordance with state guidelines, for the safety of visitors and staff due to the COVID-19 pandemic. So that visitors know what to expect the library reopens, SSPL has shared the following information regarding reopening. Sulphur Springs Public Library The library...

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Fire Officials Offer Tips To Figure Occupancy Loads
Apr29

Fire Officials Offer Tips To Figure Occupancy Loads

As business and other establishments begin or prepare to reopen to the public, they will need determined “occupancy” loads. To help restaurants and retailers remain in compliance of the 50 percent maximum occupancy stipulation, Sulphur Springs Fire Rescue and Hopkins County Fire Department today offered tips to figure occupancy loads. Governor Gregg Abbott April 27 in Executive Order 18 authorized approved Phase I...

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