Congressman Ratcliffe Says the Protecting Family and Small Business Cuts Act of 2018 Benefits Northeast Texas
Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, we’ve experienced drastic economic growth in our country that’s toppled records untouched since the Ronald Reagan era, according to U S Representative for Texas District 4 Congressman John Ratcliffe. Ratcliffe said he voted for the House passage of legislation that will help unleash further economic development, wage growth and tax savings for middle class families and small businesses in...
Former State Senator Deuell Endorses Scudder
GREENVILLE, TX – Dr. Bob Deuell, the former Republican State Senator for District 2, calls incumbent Bob Hall “one of the most ineffective and incompetent state senators in the history of Texas.” Deuell is crossing party lines to endorse Democratic nominee Kendall Scudder and urging voters of all political affiliations and philosophies to do the same. Citing Hall’s ignorance of issues and disloyalty to district, Deuell...
Validation Deadline for February 2019 Lamb and Goat Entries at Junior Market Show Nears
According to Barbara Sanders at the Hopkins County Agrilife Extension Service, the validation/tag- in for all lambs and goats for the February 2019 Junior Market Show will be held on Thursday, October 18th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center – South entrance. You must tag in your animal, fill out the paperwork and pay your entry fee at the tag-in. Paperwork can be picked up ahead of validation at the Extension...
“Friday Food Trucks” Project by SSHS Student Council is Successful, Beneficial
Alexis Lopez, President of Sulphur Springs High School Student Council, came up with an innovative idea for her school from a presentation at State Convention the Student Body officers attended back in Spring 2018. Because Sulphur Springs has a number of eateries with catering trucks, this idea seemed perfect for her school, and so she presented the idea to the SSISD School Board. So, as the Fall semester got a start, the initial...
Dinner Bell Menu For October 3, 2018
Dinner Bell October 3, 2018 Community Partner: The Southwest Dairy Museum Menu: Lasagna Creamy Grape Toss Garden Salad Garlic Cheese French Bread Dairy Museum to provide ice cream treats for dessert The weather is cooling down and menus are changing. Join us for a dairy inspired meal! Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church).Hope to see...
Sulphur Springs City Council Agenda October 2, 2018
CITY OF SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 2, 2018 7:00 P.M. The regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will be held at 7:00p.m. on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 in the Council Room at 201 North Davis Street. The following items will be discussed: Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag, Texas Flag, and invocation. 2. Presentations, proclamations, and announcements. 3. ...
New Family Practice Dr. Chrystal Roe Joins Christus Mother Frances Clinic, and Says It’s Flu Shot Time!
Dr. Chrystal Roe, M.D. is joining the staff of six Family Practice doctors at Christus Mother Frances Clinic in Sulphur Springs. She says she is right where she wants to be, because she and her husband purchased land in Hopkins County about four years ago and decided this would be their home. Upon graduation in June 2018, she applied for a position in Sulphur Springs and was accepted. Dr. Roe speaks English and Spanish, is accepting...
Accident: TxDOT is Replacing Signal Light at South Broadway/Industrial Drive
Texas Department of Transportation Paris District is currently replacing a traffic signal at the South Broadway/Industrial Drive intersection. An early morning accident destroyed the support for the signal. All traffic at the South Broadway bridge is passing through 4-way stops at both the south and north service road. The work will be completed as soon as possible according to TxDOT. At this time, drivers are advised to use caution...
Cumby Volunteer Fire Dept. Plans Sixty-Mile Motorcycle Ride, Bike Show on Oct. 6
According to David Weatherby of the Cumby Volunteer Fire Department, a fundraising motorcycle ride will take off from downtown Cumby, Texas at 10:30 am on Saturday October 6, 2018. Registration starts at 8am, and over 100 riders are expected. Those participating in the BlackJack 100 Motorcycle Ride will experience some of the most scenic backroads in Hopkins County along the 60-mile route. A Bike Show and BBQ Lunch will follow the...
