Hopkins County United Way Excess Allocation Check Distribution
July 7, 2024 – On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, the Hopkins County United Way distributed Excess Allocation Checks. The event was held at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Thanks to the generous community of Hopkins County, United Way received contributions exceeding original allocations for the 2022-2023 Campaign, Chaired by Emily Glass. Hopkins County United Way Board members were pleased to...
What Does A Scammer Call Sound Like?
July 3, 2024 – Scammers contacting seniors is a constant threat. Millions of dollar are lost to these individuals each year. But what do they sound like over the phone? We have recorded a conversation with a scammer, and have provided the audio. Please take a moment to listen to this call with anyone who might fall victim to this type of theft. The first portion is the ‘cold caller’ setting up the victim for the more...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Scholarship Winner
May 30, 2024 – Silvina Epperson , announces Mallory Wheat as the recipient of a $1,000.00 scholarship from the Hopkins County Genealogical Society. Mallory, a 2024 graduate of Cumby High School, was the winner of the 500 word essay contest titled “My Favorite Ancestor.” HCGS received thirteen wonderful entries this year and the judging was very tight. Each entry was very touching as the seniors shared their family...
Individuals From Wood and Hopkins Counties Recently Received Scholarships
Cayden Spigner from Sulphur Springs High School, and Raegan Valentine from Winnsboro High School, each recently were awarded a scholarship from A41 Transportation. An individual from A41 Transportation had the following to say about the granting of scholarships to Cayden Spigner and Raegan Valentine… “First giving honor and glory to God for making this possible. I remember speaking with my wife about an idea I had for...
Sponsorships on Sale Soon for 5th Annual Designer Handbag Bingo
May 14, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care (HCHC) Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo is set for Thursday, August 8. This popular event is expected to be a sellout. Sponsorships will be available for purchase on Monday, May 20 at handbagbingo24.GiveSmart.com. Two levels, $2,500 and $1,500, include a reserved table for 8 players. The $500 and $250 include advertising benefits but no tickets or...
New Appraisals and How to File an Online Protest
May 14, 2024 – Most everyone in Hopkins County has received their 2024 property appraisal from the Hopkins County Appraisal District, and most everyone in Hopkins County has seen the value of their property go up. Higher valuations mean higher tax burdens, and some taxpayers will wish to file a protest to have their appraisal revisited by staff. Making an Online Protest is now available through the Hopkins County Appraisal...
SSI Program Eligibility Expands this Fall
May 15, 2024 – The Social Security Administration (SSA) has introduced a significant update aimed at expanding eligibility for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program by redefining what constitutes a public assistance household. SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. Social Security administers this program. SSI pays monthly benefits to people with limited income and resources who are blind, age 65 or older, or...
First Hopkins County Healthcare Foundation Mingo Deemed a Success
April 23, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s first Mingo event was a success. Not only didplayers have fun, but the funds were secured to offer free heart calcium tests to HopkinsCounty men. Mingo night involved 196 players vying for 24 prizes and 11 door prizes. Players enjoyeddelicious BBQ sandwiches from Slaughter’s BBQ Oasis, and the Grub House provided the barstocked with sodas,...
Second Cup of Coffee with Friends of SSISD Co Chair Wes Cooper filmed April 19th
April 21, 2024 – Below is the link to the latest episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey. In this segment, from Friday, April 19, 2024, John Mark sat down with “Friends of Sulphur Springs ISD” Co Chairman Wes Cooper. The two discuss Wes Cooper’s family and career, the current conditions of facilities throughout the Sulphur Springs Independent School District, the School Bond election, and more....
Tax Day Looms For Most Individuals
April 11, 2024 – April 15th falls on a Monday this year, just one week after darkness fell across a large swath of Texas from the solar eclipse. The dreaded Tax Day can be a dark day for many taxpayers as they finalize their taxes and realize they owe more money to the Internal Revenue Service. But for some, it may be a pleasant surprise that they have a refund coming. April 15th is also the day to file for an “extension...
