Hopkins County Unemployment Once Again Lowest In Region
January 19, 2024 – The State of Texas Unemployment final tally is in for December 2023 and shows that Hopkins County continues to have the lowest unemployment rate for the NorthEast Texas Workforce Development Area (WDA) that contains nine counties. Hopkins County reported a 2.7% rate of workers looking for jobs which proved to be 499 hopeful applicants out of the labor force of 18,629. The county with the highest rate in our...
The Bridges of Madison County, A Musical at TAMU-C
January 19, 2024 – The Texas A&M University-Commerce Opera Ensemble is thrilled to announce its upcoming musical production of The Bridges of Madison County, a theatrical experience that promises to captivate audiences with its lush music and heartfelt drama. This compelling production is set to take the stage at Finney Concert Hall in the Music Building from January 25, 2024 to January 28, 2024. Tickets can be purchased at...
Gerald Wayne Sanderson
Gerald Wayne Sanderson, age 68, of Mount Vernon, TX was born on April 29, 1955 in Rice, MN to Francis Jay Sanderson and Marian Lucille (Rosett) Sanderson. After high school, Gerald worked in construction as a Roofer. He was married to Arlette Larson Sanderson until her recent passing. Mr. Sanderson passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024 in Mount Vernon, TX. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Edin (Jim); stepdaughter, Angela...
Sulphur Springs Church of the Nazarene 100th Anniversary
January 19, 2024 – SINGSPIRATION SUNDAY at the League St Church of the Nazarene is coming Sunday, January 28, 2024. Our first exciting event to share 12 months of Celebration with Sulphur Springs. “ Our 100th. Anniversary”and we welcome ALL. We’re starting with a very special guest Pianist for a full service of All singing our chosen “Hymns we always loved”. Starting time is 9:45 am so come early to get your special seat for...
Resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Residents of NE Texas
If you or someone you know is struggling with hearing challenges, here is some information on resources available in NE Texas. For more information click on The State Website.
SSISD Eighth Grade Spotlight Award Winners
January 19, 2024 – Here are the SSISD eighth grade Spotlight Award Winners for the 2nd nine weeks.
SSISD Seventh Grade Spotlight Award Winners
January 19, 2024 – Here are the SSISD seventh grade Spotlight Award Winners for the 2nd nine weeks.
Grace Cain Blevins
Grace Cain Blevins 93 of Sulphur Springs passed away Wednesday January 17, 2024. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Saturday January 20, 2024, at the Delta Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1:00 – 2:00p.m. Shane Carrington will officiate, and interment will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery. Grace was born July 25, 1930, in Dallas, Texas to Edgar Lee and Evelyn “Hooten” Killebrew. They...
Signature Solar is the 2024 Gala Marquee Sponsor
Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is thrilled to announce its 2024 $40,000 Marquee sponsor for the 18th annual fundraising Gala. Signature Solar’s Founder and Owner James Showalter has agreed to sponsor the upcoming Gala at this generous level. Gala Co-Chair John Sellers and Foundation Executive Director Kayla Price met with Showalter and Signature Solar’s Kenny Rogers to discuss the possibility. ...
Authorities Issue a Declaration of a Local State of Disaster For Cumby
January 18, 2024 – This declaration will allow the City of Cumby to obtain more resources from the State of Texas. Currently, a public works task force from Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is on the scene helping local workers on a large leak on Cumby’s water system. Beginning January 17, 2024, Cumby, Texas has a water outage due to multiple breaks in the water lines as a result of the recent...
