Looking For Something To Do? Opportunities Abound With Texas AgriLife Extension
Johanna Hicks By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent for Hopkins County, [email protected] A local news agency has stopped asking if Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has anything going on, and now asks, “What’s coming up next?” They know we always have an opportunity for involvement – seminars, workshops, community events, etc. So with that being said, I wanted to provide a list of upcoming events for both youth and adults. Please note that our staff will be taking turns manning the office...
read moreChamber Connection – July 6
By Butch Burney, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, [email protected] Get your luau on at the Chamber’s next Business After Hours, hosted by Heritage Home Health and Hospice, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at the Chamber office Heritage will have tropical drinks, food and fun music for everyone to enjoy! Whether you’re a member of the Chamber or not, come on for one of the best networking events. Mental Health First Aid Lakes Regional will host a two-day event for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), which is...
read moreRegistration Opens For 2022 Hopkins County Back To School Fair
Registration is now open for the 2022 Hopkins County Back to School Fair, which will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2022 at Hopkins County Civic Center. For six years, the annual back to school fair has been a one-stop destination to help prepare Hopkins County and Yantis ISD students and families for the start of school. The number of people served each year continues to grow and CANHelp anticipates providing for even more in 2022. This year’s event will again be an indoor/outdoor event that will provide students and families with...
read moreDinner Bell Menu for July 6, 2022
Wishing you a wonderful celebration of our nation’s birthday! Thank you to the Dollison family and Diversified Storage Systems for the continued support of the Dinner Bell Ministry. GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus after 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday. MENU: Mexican Lasagna Seasoned Pinto Beans Mexican Corn Salad Sopapilla Cheesecake Tortillas BE CAREFUL AS THE PANDEMIC IS STILL IN OUR MIDST! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR...
read moreSymphony League To Host 30th Independence Day Concert Saturday, July 2, 2022
Celebration On Square Will Pay Tribute To Those Who Serve, Conclude With Fireworks Show Northeast Texas Symphony Orchestra will be performing a milestone concert Saturday night, the group’s 30th Independence Day Show in Sulphur Springs. Fireworks seen from Celebration Plaza during the 2021 Independence Day Fireworks show which followed the Symphony Orchestra concert City and county residents will be joined on Celebration Plaza by people from around the region who’ve driven in to watch this unique July 4 concert and fireworks...
read moreCooper Lake State Park Offers 31 Educational And Recreational Programs In July 2022
Steve Killian By Steve Killian, Complex Superintendent, Cooper Lake State Park, [email protected] Cooper, Texas — Cooper Lake State Park is a “cool” place to visit in July! The sun, white sands, the water, educational programs and so much more await you at your Texas State Park. Speaking of sand, the park has again added white sand to both our swimming beaches (South Sulphur & Doctors Creek). This soft white sand will transport you to a more tropical setting. Our sand is perfect for building sandcastles or planting your beach...
read moreGreenview Cemetery Association July 3, 2022
Greenview Cemetery Association will be hosting their annual Memorial Day, Sunday, July 3rd. A business meeting will start at 10:00 AM. At 11:00 Woody Garmon will lead congregational singing followed by a message by Pastor Larry Jordan. Immediately after, everyone is welcome to stay for dinner on the grounds. The cemetery will also be open on Saturday July 2nd for the Potts family reunion. There will a donation table set up 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Sunday. Greenview Cemetery
read moreLadonia Rodeo July 8-9, 2022
Get ready for the 56th annual Ladonia Rodeo! Come out and make a memory in Ladonia, TX. Saturday night’s admission includes that famous dance afterwards featuring in Dylan Wheeler.
read moreUpcoming Senior Citizens Center Events: Medicare Choices Class, 42 Tournament
If your age 55 or older and looking for something to do, be sure to stop by the Senior Citizens Center. There’s always something going on there, from activities and fitness exercises to valuable educational sessions. In addition to special annual favorites and special events, there are weekly and monthly programs offered as well. Medicare Information Session This Friday, June, 24, at 11 a.m. “Medicare Choices with the Retirement Gals” will be hosted at Senior Citizens Center. Pie and coffee will be served for those...
read moreAfter Hours Mixer, Stew Logo Contest Deadline and Baby Benefit Deadlines Approaching
Chamber Connection – June 22 By Butch Burney You won’t want to miss the Chamber’s Business After Hours at CPI, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28, at their offices at 906 North Hillcrest Drive. Calvin will have food and drinks for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a member of the Chamber or not, come on for one of the best networking events. Stew Logo Contest It’s not too late to enter the logo contest for the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest. You have until Thursday, June 30, to send your logo submission. The theme is “Road Trip...
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