Alliance Bank in Sulphur Springs
Trading Post for Monday, April 6, 2020
Apr06

Trading Post for Monday, April 6, 2020

A Louisville slugger softballer glove, did not used just been in storage, in excellent condition just ready to be use just asking $8 call or txt me 903-440-5523 A 512 piece Odyssey Transporter, still in the original box, never been put together, it will transport the marbles on the elevator and comes with 20 marbles, and 16m wire, for ages 8 and up,something that with keep children minds active and won’t be bored call or text...

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Meal A Day Menu — April 6-10, 2020
Apr05

Meal A Day Menu — April 6-10, 2020

The Senior Citizens Center may be temporarily closed along with Sulphur Springs Public Library and city lobbies due to COVID-19, but the dedicated Meal A Day volunteers continue to work five days a week preparing and delivering meals to shut-ins in the community. The Meal-A Day Menu for April 6-10, 2020, as reported by Senior Citizens Center Director Karon Weatherman on March 30 includes: Monday — Chicken and Dressing Casserole,...

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National Guard To Help Local Community Chest
Apr05

National Guard To Help Local Community Chest

Local Food Bank Getting Needed Help,  Late Saturday evening, Judy Moore, the Executive Director of the Community Chest, announced that the local food bank will receive much needed assistance from the National Guard. Judy said, “It has been a challenge to keep the food bank doors open in recent weeks.  We’ve only had five people and volunteers who have being carrying the weight of our...

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Brookshire Grocery Offers Discount For Emergency And Critical Service Providers
Apr03

Brookshire Grocery Offers Discount For Emergency And Critical Service Providers

Brookshire Grocery Co. today announced a discount for emergency and critical service providers as well as a new policy regarding reusable bags as well. Discounts Brookshire’s is offering a discount on store brand items to critical and emergency service responders through May 5. According to a GSC announcement, the discount applies for all: Emergency first responders — EMS, fire department and law enforcement...

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Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Economic Impact Payments
Apr03

Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Economic Impact Payments

For those wondering, Social Security beneficiaries were approved to receive an Economic Impact Payment. Like the Americans within the income levels established in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security or CARES Act, Social Security beneficiaries won’t have to do anything except wait for the payment to be disbursed, according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service. “Social Security...

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Express Transport Offering Elderly Care Packages For Those In Need
Apr03

Express Transport Offering Elderly Care Packages For Those In Need

Express Transportation is offering free grocery delivery to Northeast Texas elderly in need by offering elderly care packages, which include the basic essentials which might be hard to obtain in stores during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Many elderly are confined to their homes due to their immune systems or not being of good health preventing them from getting to the stores. We have coordinated with businesses throughout Northeast...

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A&M-Commerce student goes for wild ride in unique honors thesis
Apr02

A&M-Commerce student goes for wild ride in unique honors thesis

COMMERCE, Texas — Who says a thesis needs to be a standard research paper? One student at Texas A&M University-Commerce undertook one of the most unique honors thesis ideas in recent memory, documenting her entire journey from adopting a wild mustang, earning its trust and then excelling in competition. Nicole Glenn is a senior from Pflugerville, Texas in the Honors College at A&M-Commerce, majoring in Visual Communications...

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Lake Fork’s ‘Patriots Sporting Challenge’ to Benefit ‘Folds of Honor’ Has Been Postponed Til 2021
Apr02

Lake Fork’s ‘Patriots Sporting Challenge’ to Benefit ‘Folds of Honor’ Has Been Postponed Til 2021

from Garry Schnabel, PSC Board Chairman We are sorry to report that we are postponing our 2020 Lake Fork Challenge event so as not to exacerbate the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Like most, we have been monitoring the spread of the virus and following closely the recommendations of the President, his team of advisors and CDC. While we realize that up to this point the incidence of the disease has been low within our geographical area,...

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‘Claws for a Cause’…SS Rotary Club’s Annual Crawfish Boil Cancelled
Apr02

‘Claws for a Cause’…SS Rotary Club’s Annual Crawfish Boil Cancelled

The annual Crawfish Boil fundraiser planned by the Sulphur Springs Rotary Club has been cancelled for Spring 2020. ‘Claws for a Cause’ tickets purchased and sponsorships will be refunded. Everyone is urged to stay safe during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Basics About The Economic Impact Payments Approved For Individuals In CARES Act
Apr02

Basics About The Economic Impact Payments Approved For Individuals In CARES Act

By now most have heard that the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act was passed, which for many individuals will mean a much needed extra check for many. According to the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service, economic impact payments approved in the CARES Act will start rolling out in about 3 weeks. And, most people won’t have to do anything to receive this COVID-19 rebate except wait a few weeks....

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