Johanna and Mario Host Extension Leadership Workshop
On Thursday August 3, the Hopkins County extension agents hosted a fun and fast-moving workshop for Extension leaders. About two dozen individuals and committee members were present, representing various aspects of Extension projects including 4-H, Master Gardener, Wellness /Nutrition and Special Events. The meeting’s purpose was to dispense information and to gather information. According to a census of attendees, radio and...
It’s Official: August 3rd HC Sweetees Proclaimed World Champs
By Savannah Owens The Hopkins County Sweetees are back from Alexandria Louisiana with a huge trophy and even bigger smiles. These girls had a 14-0 record, and were undefeated for the entire season. Hopkins County Judge Newsom issued a proclamation at 4:30 pm at the County Courthouse where he dedicated August third to the official Hopkins County Sweetees World Champs. Head Coach Tanner Ragan, and Assistant Coaches Andy Taylor and Geoff...
Tira News August 4, 2017
by Jan Vaughn A memorial service for Floyd Benefield is planned for Sunday, August 13th, at 2:00 p.m., at the Tira Community Center. A light meal will be served. Sandwiches and cookies will be provided and community members are encouraged to bring salads or chips and dips. Please be in prayer for the family. Teachers, aides, and other staff will be returning to work at North Hopkins School next week. New teacher orientation is Monday,...
This Bug is Back and Looking for Blood
By Savannah Owens There have been 19 confirmed cases and counting of the Zika Virus in Texas this year. In 2016 Texas had 370 cases of West Nile Virus, which is also becoming a threat in Texas in 2017 as mosquito season has hit it’s peak time. People can hardly go outside to check their mail without being bitten. While most people who contract West Nile Virus don’t have symptoms, about 20% of people will face fever, body...
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs Honors Extraordinary Nurses with Daisy Award
August 3, 2017 – Nurses at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs (CMFH-SS) are being honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s program to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. The first award recipient is Ryan Jones, RN on the Medical/Surgical Floor for his attentiveness to patient needs and always creating a soothing and safe...
Something’s Fishy…or Not By Johanna Hicks
Something’s Fishy…or Not You have probably heard that the recommendation for fish consumption is two times a week. Sometimes, that is easier said than done. Some people are afraid of cooking seafood because of the food safety aspect. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension can help you so you can confidently cook seafood safely with these tips! 1) Avoid cross-contamination. Handle raw and cooked seafood products separately. ...
Evaluating Weed Control: Sprayer Calibration By Mario Villarino
Evaluating weed control: sprayer calibration Weed control relies in proper weed identification, proper method of control, herbicide selection (if applicable), time of application and proper delivery of the herbicide. Must of the weed control is more successful when weeds are small, but weeds are harder to identify when immature. Also, high temperatures and older weeds require more herbicide to accomplish the goal. At this time of the...
Wildcats Marching Band Features 45 Freshman Members
After some special camps for percussion and color guard members, the entire Wildcats Marching Band gathered together on Monday to begin summer band. Wednesday afternoon Band Director Charles McCauley said the band kids are doing great and he added they have had a great first three days of summer band. He said the band members have great attitudes and are working hard. This year’s Wildcats Marching Band features a large freshman...
The Edge Ends for SSHS Athletes
The Edge conditioning program, which ran for a total of six weeks, ended for this summer Thursday morning. Wildcats Football Coach Greg Owens was busy pouring over attendance figures for The Edge Thursday morning. He said The Edge was good and the kids did great. Coach Owens admitted it was a weird and longer than usual summer that made it necessary to put a two-week hiatus into The Edge’s schedule between week four and week...
