Tira News Dec 7th, 2018
By Jan Vaughn We want to express our sympathy to the family of Danny Rawson. He passed away on November 28th. A memorial service will be held on a later date at the DFW National Cemetery. Please be in prayer for his wife Judy, daughter Michelle, son-in-law Con, and granddaughter Sophie. The community Christmas party is this Saturday, December 8th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Tira Community Center. We will enjoy a meal and time of visiting...
A Year in Review: 2018 Hopkins County Water Conservation
Developed by Dr. Mario A. Villarino,County Extension Agent forAgriculture and Natural ResourcesHopkins County, Texas Relevance: Water quality and conservation have emerged as predominant issues across Texas as indicated through local input, elected officials/legislative actions, and numerous other indicators. Water for domestic and agricultural use is becoming...
Flood Watch for Hopkins, Rains Counties Friday Afternoon Through Saturday Morning
An approaching low pressure system will bring an extended period of rain and isolated thunderstorms with some heavy rainfall likely.This excessive rainfall may result in flooding Friday afternoon through Saturday morning, especially along and southeast of a line from Emory to Waco to Lampasas. FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING… The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has expanded the...
Meal A Day Menu for December 10th – December 14th
MONDAY Beef Patty with Roast Gravy Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Roll TUESDAY Ham Macaroni and Cheese California Blend Roll WEDNESDAY Lemon Herb Chicken Breast Garden Rice Malibu Vegetables Roll THURSDAY Soft Beef and Cheese Tacos Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions Refried Beans Tortilla Chips and Hot Sauce FRIDAY Chicken Spaghetti English Peas Garlic Toast Meal – a –...
2019 Hopkins County Law Enforcement/Emergency Responder Appreciation Dinner Set
Hopkins County Law Enforcement and Emergency Responder Appreciation Dinner is Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 5 p.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center. The traditional steak cookout recognizes those in law enforcement and emergency response who serve Hopkins County professionally, courteously, and selflessly. City Attorney Jim McLeroy organized and sponsored the event 30 years ago and continued the task annually to the present. This...
TxDOT Crews Treat Roadways and Bridges in Hopkins County and Area Prior to Weekend Rains, Freezing Temps
With the National Weather Service Forecast of light to heavy rain through Saturday and freezing temperatures possible this weekend, the Texas Department of Public Transportation began treating roads and bridges Wednesday. The treatment is being applied to state highway hills and bridge areas. Much of the work on State Highway 154 in Hopkins County had been performed Wednesday. TxDOT asks drivers to give road treatment crews room to...
Hearts of Life Presents Rowdy for Adoption
Rowdy is still searching for his forever home! Rowdy is 1 1/2 years old. He is medium to large in size. Rowdy is still in his “puppy” years and full of energy but he is also incredibly smart and willing to learn! His adoption fee is $100.00 which includes all previous vetting, neuter and rabies shot. Please contact Hearts of Life Animal Rescue by phone at 903-439-5019, email...
Chamber Connection December 6, 2018
The Sulphur Springs Hopkins County EDC andthe Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone for attending the Economic Outlook Conference at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center on Wednesday, December 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The conference was a huge success with special thanks to our Gold Sponsors: Alliance Bank,City National Bank, Down to Earth Services, Farmers Electric Co-op, OceanSpray, RPM Staffing,...
