Alliance Bank’s 90th Anniversary
On June 13, 1927, then Sulphur Springs State Bank was chartered by two of the largest shareholders of First State Bank which had been closed for insolvency. The original Sulphur Springs State Bank opened at the Southeast corner of Main and Gilmer streets with Jim Lindley as President and Charles Ashcroft as Vice President. The first year the bank turned a profit and paid a dividend, a trend that has been sustained for 90 years. In...
Brookshire’s Donation Supports the Northeast Texas Children’s Museum
As Brookshire’s Grocery carts travel at the Children’s Museum, the “Customer in Training” sign can be seen just above the heads of the young customers. Since 2009, the Brookshire’s Grocery area has been one of the most popular areas in the Children’s Museum. Their continuing support goes toward supporting this exhibit. “As the items are constantly purchased and then restocked, many of the...
Bookworm Box Renovation
The Bookworm Box is undergoing renovation! “We had these really big black bookshelves that were 18 inches deep and would cast shadows on the books. Yesterday we got new shelves and we’re setting up to have a retail space!” Lin Reynolds, Colleen Hoover’s sister and public relations manager for the company, explained what customers could expect from the changes. “It’s made a lot more room, and we will be...
Corner Grub House Ribbon Cutting
Corner Grub House held their Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday afternoon at 2 PM. The downtown restaurant is located on the corner of Gilmer and Connally Street. Mike and Amanda Story own the new restaurant, their daughter Kaley was present to represent their family. The restaurant is open Monday-Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM and Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Domino’s Pizza Gets New Look
Domino’s Pizza in Sulphur Springs was in the process of getting a new sign on Tuesday afternoon. The store on S Broadway is located adjacent to the newly built Starbucks and soon-to-be Taco Bueno. The sign reflects the newer logo used by Domino’s.
Local Hospital to Celebrate Hospital and Nurses Week During the Week of May 8th
Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs will be celebrating Hospital and Nurses Week throughout the week of May 8th. Festivities begin on Monday with a celebratory dinner and award time at Arturos, followed by a Scrub Fair, Associates Picnic, and a Cake Walk on Wednesday, then Nursing Trivia on Thursday!
Burgerland Now Open in Downtown Sulphur Springs
Although you can’t yet purchase a famous Burgerland t-shirt, you can get food, and lots of it. Burgerland in Paris, TX has now officially opened in the Sulphur Springs Downtown Dining District. DSCF2092 DSCF2094 DSCF2085 DSCF2084 DSCF2087 Look for the menu on the front of the napkin dispenser (you’ll need plenty of those). Honestly… just order the small french fry… and maybe share. I recommend grilled onions...
Saputo Foods USA Prepares for the Hiring Event
Computers, printers, chairs and tables are being arranged at the Civic Center in preparation for the Saputo Job Fair on Saturday March 11th. Saputo staff and Texas Workforce employees will be on site from 8AM till 2PM to grant interviews to all qualified applicants. However, only individuals that have completed the online application will receive an interview. Saputo is providing computers and coaches during the Job Fair to help...
Starbucks Ribbon Cutting
January 30th, 2017 was an exciting, highly anticipated day for most Sulphur Springs residents. Starbucks finally opened early Monday morning and held it’s Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting at 2 pm that same afternoon. Before the ribbon cutting, drink and dessert samples were handed out to visitors. Despite a full parking lot, the lines have been considered quite painless to many customers, so far.
Local Real Estate Company Among Business Relocating to the Expanding South Broadway Area
Janet Martin Realty current situated just south of the Celebration District will be moving further south sometime in February 2017. The existing building is across from what many consider to be the most anticipated opening in Sulphur Springs this year i.e. Starbucks. There is no doubt that traffic patterns and wait times will change once the high-end coffee shop finally opens. For better or worse, get ready to change your driving...
