Hopkins County Genealogical Society Joint Meeting with Hopkins County Historical Society to be Held August 22nd
August 18, 2024 – It is August again and time for the annual joint meeting of the Hopkins County Genealogical Society and the Hopkins County Historical Society. The historical society will host the genealogical society once again and dual member, Paula Altenbaumer, will present in first person and costume the early pioneer of Hopkins County and wife of Dr. Stephen Beasley Longino, Mary Edna Young Longino. Mary Edna Young...
Saving Okra Seeds From Master Gardener David Wall
August 18, 2024 – It’s easy to order seeds from seed companies, although the cost seems high, and shipping costs seem outrageous. In reality, the prices are pretty reasonable. It’s easy however to lower the costs. First, there’s probably a local nursery or hardware store containing hundreds of seed packets. The ultimate price reduction is to save the seeds from your own garden. For several garden vegetables, you can simply...
Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s First Men’s Health Initiative Exceeds Goals
August 16, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation held two firsts this year. One was Man Bingo, also known as Mingo, which was bingo with prizes men (or anyone) would enjoy. This was held on April 18 for 198 players with a net income of approximately $12,000. Since it was the first year to offer Man Bingo, proceeds were expected to be less. With the income from Man Bingo,...
Chamber Connection – August 14, 2024
By Butch Burney Wind energy will be the topic for the Chamber’s Lunch and Learn on Sept. 11, featuring Apex Clean Energy. The energy company is anticipating investing in wind turbines in the western part of Hopkins County. The Lunch and Learn will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. Those in attendance will get a meal and information on the project, as well as the...
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Resources and Guidance on Tree Care During Drought by Mario Villarino
August 13, 2024 – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers extensive resources and guidance on tree care during drought, recognizing the vital role trees play in both urban and rural environments. Drought conditions can severely stress trees, making them more susceptible to disease, pests, and long-term damage. AgriLife Extension’s approach to tree care during drought is designed to help homeowners, landowners, and...
Hopkins County Records – July/August 2024
Daily Instrument Register For 7/18/24 Thru 7/19/24 Amber Nicole Thomas and Kevis Scott Thomas to Sophie Alice Gonzales-Mata and Eugene Daniel Mata; Tract in the AC J Procello Survey Ramona Iris Fisk to Kevin Matthew Fisk; Tract in the Daniel Holbrook Survey LJ Martin Ranch LLC to Brian Joseph Drake and Jennifer Lynn McClintock; Tract in the AC F Marrs Survey Big Country Land Management LLC and DCTXLP LLC to Puja Giri; Tract in the Lot...
Bees for Bananas? From Master Gardener David Wall
August 11, 2024 – The weather this year has played havoc with honeybees. First, way too much rain and lower than normal temperatures. Now, not enough rain and too much heat. Both conditions deter honeybees from foraging. Pollen is solidifying on flowers, making it very difficult to obtain. It’s just not a good time to be a honeybee, but they keep trying. So, what can we do to help? Something most of us have never even considered...
Fifth Annual Designer Handbag Bingo Deemed a Success
August 11, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Board of Directors is proud of the funds they funnel back into Hopkins County’s healthcare. They are also proud of the events they sponsor to ensure the means to fund those healthcare initiatives. This year’s Designer Handbag Bingo, held on August 8, had approximately 583 bingo players in attendance. Given away that night were 33...
Chamber Connection – August 7, 2024
By Butch Burney The anticipation has been growing and now it is time for the actual preparation. We are looking forward to a fantastic 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Oct. 26, and it’s time for stew cooks to start registering. Registration for last year’s cooks are going out in the mail and email this week, so be looking for it in your mailbox and inbox. You can also register online at HopkinsChamber.org/stewcooks. We...
Sulphur Springs City Council Member Touts Lithium Extraction Company as City Seeks Lease
August 7, 2024 – The regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council saw the council approving a “brine lease” with a company to extract valuable lithium from the “Thermo Mine” property which is now owned by the City of Sulphur Springs. The move was touted by one council member on social media as he suggested that citizens should do their own due diligence if they are approached for a similar lease....
