Church News
Dinner Bell Sponsors for January 26th, 2022
Dial Study Club is coming Tuesday evening, January 25 to help prepare this meal. Dial Study Club comes twice a year to help in food preparation as a Service Project of that organization.
Alliance Bank is the Community Partner for this week’s meal. Their continued support is greatly appreciated.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU
Mexican Lasagna
Seasoned Pinto Beans
Mexican Corn Salad
Tortillas
Sopapilla Cheesecake
BE CAREFUL! KEEP DISTANCES! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! GET INOCULATED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
Dinner Bell Sponsors for January 19th, 2022
The City National Bank is the Community Partner for this week’s meal. For the their continued support we are very grateful.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU
Jambalya with Chicken and Sausage
Crunchy Romaine Toss
Buttered French Bread Slices
Lemon Cake To Die For
BE CAREFUL! KEEP DISTANCES! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN!
GET INOCULATED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
Dinner Bell Sponsors for January 5th, 2022
Mac and Bridget Reed, members of the First United Methodist Church, sponsored the community meal on Wednesday. The couple helped serve a festive News Years inspired meal. The star of the menu was spiral cut hams donated by Clayton Homes.
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
Dinner Bell Menu For January 5, 2022
Dinner Bell starts the New Year with gratitude to Bridget and Mac Reed for being Community Partners to start 2022.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU–Contains foods for “Good Luck” in 2022!!!
Ham (PROGRESS/PROSPERITY)- pigs look forward when rooting for food
FRIED CABBAGE (DOLLARS)- the more the merrier
BLACKEYED PEAS (PENNIES)- to jingle in our pockets
CREAMY GRAPE SALAD (12 EATEN AT MIDNIGHT)-good luck for each month in 2022)
CORNBREAD MUFFINS (GOLD)-a precious metal that enriches
ALMOND GOOEY BUTTER CAKE (SWEET)- poetic license for a sweet 2022
BE CAREFUL! KEEP DISTANCES! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! GET INOCULATED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
Chamber Connection – Dec. 29: Grand Opening, Business Before Hours, Banquet Scheduled During First Week Of January 2022
By Butch Burney
As 2021 comes to an end, it is time to get nominations in for those individuals and businesses that have been outstanding this year.
Nominations are being accepted for Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Small and Large Businesses of the Year and other superlative recognitions. The awards will be announced at the Chamber’s membership banquet on Thursday, Feb. 17, at the Hopkins County Civic Center.
Nominations can be sent to [email protected] or mailed to the following addresses:
- Citizen of the Year—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Woman of the Year—Beta Sigma Phi Organization—P.O. Box 72, SS, TX 75483.
- Caregiver of the Year—The Pilot Club—P.O. Box 131, Sulphur Springs, TX 75483.
- Community Pride Award—Adult Leadership Class—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Agriculturist of the Year—Hopkins/Rains Counties Farm Bureau— 233 College St., Sulphur Springs 75482.
- Growth and Renewal—DBA—109 Jefferson St. E, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding Professional Educator (Administrator, Counselor, Diagnostician, or Teacher)—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding ParaProfessional Educator (Secretary or Aide)—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding Auxiliary Educator (Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation, Nurse or Cafeteria)—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Businesses of the Year nominations should be for those businesses which exhibit outstanding community involvement—civic, church, educational, benevolent, humanitarian or other.
- Large Business of the Year—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Small Business of the Year—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
Chamber Directory
Work is continuing on the 2022 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation hopefuls, and even hometown heroes who are interested in learning more about our local businesses. They include historical information as well all things to the see and do in Hopkins County. The best part is, they include an alphabetical and categorical listing of your business. LeeAnn Peugh, with Echo Publishing, will be contacting you in the next few weeks to see if you are interested in placing an ad in the directory.
The rates are affordable, and one of the best ways to represent your business. I hope you will consider this a wise investment with over 7,000 opportunities for business exposure. You may also contact the Chamber, and I will pass your information along to her.
Business Before Hours
One Church will be hosting a Business Before Hours on Wednesday, Jan. 5, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. It is a great time to connect with others in the business and social community. There will be breakfast refreshments available. Please make time to join us Jan. 5 at One Church, 1400 Loop 301.
Ribbon Cutting
Rythmic Productions Music Company will have a grand opening and ribbon cutting at noon, Friday, Jan. 7, at 1217 South Broadway, Suite Q. Please join us for this event!
Law Enforcement/First Responders Banquet
The annual Law Enforcement/First Responders Banquet is set for Thursday, Jan. 6, at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center, where we will say “Thank you” to the men and women who serve and protect us on a daily basis. If your business would like to be a sponsor and/or provide a door prize to go to our local heroes, please contact us at 903-885-6515 or [email protected].
Business Highlight
The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce is highlighting a member of the Chamber each week. Please join me in congratulating our Business of the Week for Dec. 29 is Snap Fitness. You can see more photos and read biographical stories at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page and Instagram page.
Chamber Connection – Dec. 22: Appreciate Each Person In Your Life With Gift Of Time, Memories
By Butch Burney, Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, [email protected]
For all that we’ve lost and everything we’ve gained in 2021, Christmas is an annual reminder to appreciate each day and to appreciate each person in your life.
I hope that everyone has family or loved ones that they can connect with this Christmas season. A gift of time is more meaningful that anything wrapped under a tree, so make it your mission to spend time with those significant to you and make memories that can’t be erased.
Have a happy and safe Christmas.
Annual Nominations
As 2021 comes to an end, it is time to get nominations in for those individuals and businesses that have been outstanding this year.
Nominations are being accepted for Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Small and Large Businesses of the Year and other superlative recognitions. The awards will be announced at the Chamber’s membership banquet on Thursday, Feb. 17, at the Hopkins County Civic Center.
Nominations can be sent to [email protected] or mailed to the following addresses:
- Citizen of the Year — Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Woman of the Year — Beta Sigma Phi Organization — P.O. Box 72, SS, TX 75483.
- Caregiver of the Year — The Pilot Club — P.O. Box 131, Sulphur Springs, TX 75483.
- Community Pride Award — Adult Leadership Class — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Agriculturist of the Year — Hopkins/Rains Counties Farm Bureau — 233 College St., Sulphur Springs 75482.
- Growth and Renewal — DBA — 109 Jefferson St. E, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding Professional Educator (Administrator, Counselor, Diagnostician, or Teacher)—Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding Paraprofessional Educator (Secretary or Aide — Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Outstanding Auxiliary Educator (Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation, Nurse or Cafeteria) —Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Businesses of the Year — nominations should be for those businesses which exhibit outstanding community involvement — civic, church, educational, benevolent, humanitarian or other.
- Large Business of the Year — Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
- Small Business of the Year — Chamber of Commerce — 110 Main Street, SS, TX 75482.
Chamber Directory
Work is continuing on the 2022 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation hopefuls, and even hometown heroes who are interested in learning more about our local businesses. They include historical information as well all things to the see and do in Hopkins County. The best part is, they include an alphabetical and categorical listing of your business. LeeAnn Peugh, with Echo Publishing, will be contacting you in the next few weeks to see if you are interested in placing an ad in the directory.
The rates are affordable, and one of the best ways to represent your business. I hope you will consider this a wise investment with over 7,000 opportunities for business exposure. You may also contact the Chamber, and I will pass your information along to her.
Business Before Hours
One Church will be hosting a Business Before Hours on Wednesday, Jan. 5, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. It is a great time to connect with others in the business and social community. There will be breakfast refreshments available. Please make time to join us Jan. 5 at One Church, 1400 Loop 301.
Hopkins County Dug Deep In To Help Those In Need Through 2021 United Way Contributions
The Hopkins County community is known for it’s generosity. This year, however, Hopkins County dug deep and, in the process, set a new record of more than $211,800 donated to the 2021 United Way campaign to assist those in need, and to provide cultural and developmental enrichment opportunities in the community.
When the last weekly campaign workers meeting was held on Nov. 9, Hopkins County United Way had received $185,952.15 in donations and pledge, which campaign officers and workers were grateful and excited, as the goal exceeded the $150,000 goal by more than $25,000. At that point, several donation packets from some longtime faithful supporters were still out. Since goal had been met, the weekly meetings ceased at that time.
2021-22 Hopkins County United Way Campaign Chair Kristy Moseley asked campaign workers who were available to attend one final wrap up report meeting on Dec. 8, 2021, as many of the outstanding donation packets, along with additional contributions have come in over the last month.
Among the contributors whose packets were turned in were the Economic Development Corporation, Datamax, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office, A&E, Moore Construction, Hometown Real Estate, The Venue at 219, Dial Study Club, HSC Orthodontics, The Magic Scoop, Sulphur Bluff ISD, Texas Farm Credit, Oaks Bed and Breakfast, Balkcom Insurance, Clayton Homes, North Hopkins ISD, Lisa Salem,
HCUW also received a generous donation from the Zahn Family Charitable Trust and Holt Cat employees’ contribution was accompanied by a corporate match.
GSC employees, The Pawn Shop, City National Bank employees, Alliance Bank employees and CHRISTUS Mother Frances employees added to their totals too.
When the final figures were tallied Wednesday morning, HCUW had received an additional $25,905.01 in donations and pledges.
So, when Moseley announced a 2021-22 campaign total of a whopping $211,857.16, the room erupted in applause, the ringing of a cow bell and cheering at the amazing generosity shown for the community during a time when so many are reporting financial hardships – due in part to COVID shutdowns in 2020 as well as inflation’s rate on expenses.
Overall, that’s $61,857.16 donated over the $150,000 goal to benefit 18 local nonprofit organizations which benefit thousands of Hopkins County residents.
“We believe that’s the largest campaign total ever,” said Mike Horne, HCUW president.
“We are very excited. That’s going to do some amazing things in the community,” Moseley said. “We have broken records which is also amazing – great things for our community. Thanks everybody for all your hard work.”
“Thank you, Kristy. Good job,” said HCUW Board member Bill Owens.
HCUW officers and several other board members also expressed gratitude and appreciation for the community’s humbling generosity this year.
Fundraiser, Church Offering, GoFundMe & Bank Accounts Set Up To Benefit Koby Crump Medical Fund
Como-Pickton Youth Injured In Tree Trimming Accident Faces Long Recovery
Community fundraisers are planned and accounts have been established to benefit the Koby Crump Medical Fund for a local youth injured in a tree trimming accident, and a couple of schools are pitching in to help as well.
According to the Koby Crump Medical Expenses GoFundMe account established Dec. 1 by Nancy Attaway, Mike Harman and Terry Satterfield, 17-year-old Koby Crump suffered extensive damage to his spine during the accident while tree trimming Sunday. He has undergone surgery and is in Parkland Hospital, but has a long recovery ahead.
The Como community is rallying to raise funds to help out with medical and other expenses related to the CP junior’s care and recovery, and to ensure Koby’s dad, Kenny Crump, won’t have to worry about getting back and forth to the hospital, community members organizing the Dec. 4 Community Bake Sale Fund Raiser at Como Burgers and Fries report.
The bake sale will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Como restaurant and continue until they’re all gone. Anyone who wants to donate items for the bake sale are invited to drop baked goods off at 9 a.m. Dec. 4 at Como Burgers & Fries. All proceeds from the sale of baked goods Saturday will go to Koby’s family to help with medical expenses. Monetary donations will also be accepted at the fundraiser as well.
Attaway and Kelli Williams reported a fund has also been established at City National Bank in Sulphur Springs for Koby Crump; just stop by any CNB branch and let them know the money is for the Koby Crump Benefit account. Attaway on Nov. 30 also reported via social media that donations may also be mailed to Koby Crump, c/o Como Mobile Pantry, PO Box 265, Como, TX 75431.
Donations may also be made online through the Koby Crump Medical Expenses Gofundme account. The group set a goal of $2,500. As of 11:10 a.m. Dec. 4 the fund had received 3 donations totaling $600. Click here to donate online.
The Students council at Como-Pickton CISD also sponsored a fundraiser Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, to allow Koby’s classmates and other students to help out if they wanted. For $1 students were allowed to wear a cap or hat at school, with proceeds going to Koby Crump’s family.
Saltillo FFA also is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Koby Crump’s family. Students at Saltillo ISD will be allowed to pay $1 per day starting today (Dec. 3) through Christmas break to be allowed to wear a hat to school. Saltillo FFA encourages students to “help us raise money for this family in their time of need.”
On Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, Black Oak Baptist Church plans to take up a special offering for the Crump family during the 10:30 a.m. Sunday church service. Donations will help the family with medical expenses and travel to and from the hospital. Those unable to attend may contact a church member to donate money to the Black Oak Baptist Church to benefit the Crump Family. Church members also encourage community members to pray for Koby during his lengthy recovery.
Man Allegedly Threatened Stepson With Gun During County Road 2326 Disturbance
A firearm was reportedly displayed during a County Road 2326 disturbance involving a man and stepson Wednesday night, according to arrest reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Communications operators dispatched Deputy Isaac Foley and Sgt. Tanner Steward to a rural Sulphur Springs address, where a disturbance was reported around 8 p.m. Dec. 1, 2021.
Upon arrival at the County Road 2326 residence, deputies were informed, by several people present, that a verbal altercation between the 65-year-old Carroll Wayne Clark and his stepson devolved into a shoving match between the two. Clark then was alleged to have pulled out a firearm, pointed it at the stepson and threatened to shoot the stepson.
As a result of the gun displayed during the County Road 2326 Disturbance, deputies took Clark into custody at 8:53 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1. The Sulphur Springs man was booked into the county jail early Thursday morning, Dec. 2, 2021, on an aggravated assault with deadly weapon charge.
Clark remained in Hopkins County jail just before noon Dec. 2, 2021, on the felony assault charge.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Dinner Bell Menu For December 8, 2021
Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs is the Community Partner for this week’s meal. Dinner Bell is privileged to have Christus Mother Frances as a supporter of this ministry.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU:
Red Beans and Rice with ham and sausage
Fried Cabbage
Cornbread Muffins
Apple Spice Cake
BE CAREFUL! KEEP DISTANCES! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! GET INOCULATED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
