2022 Hopkins County Christmas CASA Cookie Walk Will Feature Treats From Local Bakers
Will Your Church Observe Stand Sunday? Did You Know You Can Generate Money For Lake Country CASA While Shopping Online An annual Hopkins County Christmas tradition, the CASA Cookie Walk, is returning this year and will feature some special treats. Another event a little soon, Stand Sunday, will happen Nov. 13. And, there are option for those who wish to donate to or become involved with CASA. CASA Cookie Walk The fundraiser for the organization for more than 25 years was canceled the last couple of years due to COVID and replaced with...
read moreAuthor Jenniffer Hudson Connors To Be Featured Speaker At Nov. 17 Genealogical Society Meeting
Jenniffer Hudson Conners at a booksigning in Winnsboro Jenniffer Hudson Connors. is slated to give a “Veterans Day worthy presentation” during the next Hopkins County Genealogical Society meeting. Based on her first novel, “In His Hands,” she will tell the story of Lily and Chu. As Lily closes her beloved grandmamma’s house, she finds a bundle of letters written by a pilot in the Vietnam War. The discovery of a long-lost uncle, MIA since 1972, leads her on a search to learn more about him and the answer to a prayer...
read moreCommander Bryan Crittendon and Corporal Robert Kerr Honored
Bryan Crittendon and Robert Kerr have been awarded the Congressional Veteran Commendation. In a ceremony held on Thursday November 10th, 2022, standing with other distinguished veterans, Crittendon and Kerr were received by Representative Pat Fallon. Both Veterans are members of the Hopkins County Marine Corp League. The ceremony was conducted at the Plano Flags of Honor in Plano, TX. The Plano East Rotary Club errects 1000+ American flags each November in honor of those who have served and continue to serve today. Crittendon, Fallon, Kerr...
read moreRegistration For Blue Santa Toy Program Continues Through Dec. 2, 2022
Blue Santa Toy Drive Slated Dec. 1-2, At Walmart Registration is currently under way for the Hopkins County-Sulphur Springs Blue Santa Toy Program, a partnership of city and county law enforcement and CANHelp, in cooperation with local businesses and community members. How To Apply Hopkins County families with a financial need may apply to the local Blue Santa program for assistance in providing toys for their children, ages 1-14 this Christmas. Registration began on Halloween and will end on Dec. 2, 2022. To apply for assistance, go online...
read moreSymphony League Auction Item: Bodacious BBQ
Jay Isonhood has donated once again. Bodacious BBQ here in Sulphur Springs are long time supporters of the Symphony League. Let me say that when I saw they donated again this year, the mere thought of their food make me go get some BBQ. It’s that good. When you stop by, ask to order off ‘Jay’s Secret Menu’. This is my Bodacious brisket sandwich. I ate it on Friday. Get your own. Also the beefy bean are good. And make sure to eat all your onions and pickles. This year’s auction will be held on November 19, 2022....
read moreUpcoming Seasonal Events Include The UPRA Rodeo, Be The Service, Thanksgiveaway
Chamber Connection By Butch Burney If it’s November, it means Christmas is coming, and the Lions Club will help you get in the Christmas spirit when they host their 16th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 2. If you’d like to register for the parade, contact the Chamber at [email protected] and we can email you a form. Entries will be graded in three categories: large business, small business and non-profit.The parade will start at 7 p.m. Grand Reopening If you like wings and networking, then take note.Wingstop will have a...
read moreSymphony League Auction Item: Birthright Catered Meal
A catered Dinner for 20 will be up for grabs going to the highest bidder at the Annual Symphony League Auction. Their food is wonderful, I mean it.. Like take a half day off work the next day so you can eat all the leftovers before your wife and kids get home kinda wonderful. We know there is no food pictured. It’s too soon for them to make the food. You must wait till the 19th to purchased the food, then let them know when you want to pick it up. It takes weeks to make all that food, Don’t be so food impatient. This year’s...
read moreThanksgiving Dinner Bell Menu for November 16, 2022
The Knights of Columbus are smoking the turkeys and are the Community Partner for our holiday celebration. These men are REPEAT (many years) Thanksgiving partners! Dinner Bell is extremely thankful for their support!!! The Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Bell Meal will be served inside First United Methodist Church. There will be no food pickup for this meal. MENU Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, Dressing, and Gravy Fresh Green Beans with Bacon Holiday Honeycrisp Salad Homemade Rolls Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake BE CAREFUL AS THE PANDEMIC IS STILL IN OUR...
read moreClose Finish For Sulphur Springs ISD Bond Proposition Election
North Hopkins, Saltillo, Miller Grove Elect Trustees To School Boards The election for the Sulphur Springs ISD bond proposition was a close finish, with 50.6% of district voters casting ballots against Proposition A and 49.4% casting ballots in favor of the proposed $81.5 million bond. Voters in Saltillo, North Hopkins and Miller Grove also selected their choices to fill school board seats as well. It should be noted that all election results are considered unofficial until canvassed by the elected entities for the various races. Sulphur...
read moreSymphony League Auction Item: Italian Cream Cake
A delicious Italian Cream Cake in a beautiful cake stand donated to the auction by Mary Lou Wright. We know there is no cake inside. It’s too soon to bake your cake. You must wait till the 19th to see your cake. Check back later and don’t be so cake impatient. You don’t really want a stale cake do you? Cake. This year’s auction will be held on November 19, 2022. The auction will be streamed, live via YouTube. As always, you can submit your bids by calling in. There is still time to submit your donation to the...
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