Jay Hodge and Guaranty Bond Bank Sponsor Lights of Life Gala
December 15, 2023 – Jay Hodge Chevrolet Owner Jay Hodge (2nd from left) and General Manager Bill Owens (2nd from the right) present a ceremonial check recognizing the dealership’s Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Lights of Life Gala sponsorship to Gala Chairs Kim (left) and John Sellers (right). The Gala will benefit all of Hopkins County through a donation to the expansion of the surgical wing at the...
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital Volunteers Ann Hudson and Wanda Galyean, Received the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
December 8, 2023 – Today two of our CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs volunteers: Ann Hudson and Wanda Galyean, received the President’s Lifetime Achievement award from Retired Service Volunteer Program (RSVP), an organization of volunteers. To be eligible for the award and win, you must have volunteered AT LEAST 4,000 hours since they started volunteering. We are so proud of our volunteers and their dedication...
The Auxiliary is Sponsoring the Health Care Foundation’s Gala January 27, 2024
December 8, 2023 – The CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Volunteer Auxiliary is a dedicated group of individuals with servant’s hearts. The Auxiliary is sponsoring the Health Care Foundation’s Gala to be held on January 27, 2024. Joining the Auxiliary to celebrate their donation are, seated, John and Kim Sellers who are serving as the volunteer Gala chairs. To learn more about the Gala...
The AARP Tax Aide Program Really Needs New Counselors
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax filing service to those who need it most and they need more volunteers in the area to help. Tax counselors are trained, supported, and become IRS-certified. There are other roles needed as well, like tech support, greeters, and interpreters. Make new friends with other volunteers and taxpayers. It’s a rewarding experience that makes a real difference in the community. Learn more at...
Lions Club Recognizes 2023 Parade Winners
December 5, 2023 – In addition to providing a little extra holiday cheer each year, the Sulphur Springs Lions Club’s Lighted Christmas Parade also features a friendly competition among participants, with recognition doled out to the top three nonprofit and small business entries, and a trophy and cash prize going to the top rated large business entry in the parade. This year, a Mayor’s Choice award was also given...
Buff City Soap Treats Seniors to a Sample
November 21, 2023 – Buff City Soap in Sulphur Springs gave area senior citizens a sample of their soap this week. The soapery teamed up with Meal-A-Day and will send the samples out with the home delivered meals. The MAD volunteer delivery drivers are already delivering extra food this week, as Meal-A-Day will be closed on Thursday and Friday for the holiday. Wednesday the annual Thanksgiving meal will be delivered to qualified...
Chamber Connection for November 21
Chamber Connection – Nov. 21By Butch Burney Find out what the economic forecast is for Hopkins County at the Economic Outlook Conference, with Dr. Ray Perryman as the guest speaker. Dr. Perryman is coming back after about a five-year absence, and if you’re a business professional, you won’t want to miss what he has to say about the local economic outlook. The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce and Sulphur Springs/Hopkins County...
Symphony Auction Items Rolling In at KSST Studios
November 17, 2023 – It’s that time of the year again when the North East Texas Symphony League prepares for their big annual fundraiser by collecting and organizing all of the wonderful items that will be up for grabs at this year’s auction. Plenty of Christmas gifts will be available for bidding as well as some items you may want to keep for yourself. The usual assortment of electronics are appearing including a...
Chamber Connection for November 14
Chamber Connection – Nov. 14By Butch Burney Dr. Ray Perryman is coming back, and if you’re a business professional, you won’t want to miss what he has to say about the local economic outlook. The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce and Sulphur Springs/Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation are happy to announce that Dr. Ray Perryman, a renowned economist, will be headlining the Economic Outlook Conference scheduled for...
Local Entrepreneur Will Put Up Your Christmas Lights and Clean Your Gutters
November 9, 2023 – Jaden Furrh keeps busy year around. Since his lawn service is not currently in high demand, he is offering a new service, Christmas Light installations. Jaden Furrh aka the “Gutter Hero” can be reached at 903 474 5904. Furrh is a recent graduate of Miller Grove ISD. His entrepreneurial spirit keeps him learning and expanding his skills. Currently Jaden is focusing on customer satisfaction and...
