Mount Vernon 69ers Planning 50th-Year Reunion
The Mount Vernon High School class of 1969 is holding the “69er Last-Time-Before-We-Die 50th Reunion Meal” at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, in the meeting room at the El Manna Tex-Mex Restaurant, 615 I-30 West Service Road, just west of Dairy Queen in Mt. Vernon. Guests are welcome, and participants will order off the menu. No RSVPs are required. The whereabouts and contact information for several 69ers is unknown. If you know any, please inform them of the reunion. For more information, contact Wendel Sloan at 575-749-1631...
read moreSaltillo FFA’s Annual Stew & Auction Planned April 25
Saltillo FFA will be holding their annual Stew and Auction on April 25 at the Kerry Garmon Gymnasium. Stew and Chili will be served at 5 p.m. with the auction starting at 6 p.m. Saltillo FFA Officers urge community members to “please come out and enjoy food and fellowship as we celebrate our community, school, and student accomplishments for the year.” Projects students have built during ag classes will be on display during the meal.
read moreTira News for April 17, 2019
BY JAN VAUGHN The Tira Volunteer Fire Department is having an Open House on Sunday, April 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. The station is on the west end of the Tira Community Center on FM 1536. Pam Martin reports, “Everyone is invited to come by and see our newest addition.” Light refreshments will be served. You are encouraged to come support the department and let the firefighters show you around. Joyce Dodd shared that the next Bible study at the Tira Methodist Church is coming up on Tuesday, April 23, at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome. North Hopkins...
read moreSenior Citizens Lunch, Learn Seminar Offered May 6
Senior Citizens Center Program and Marketing Director Karon Weatherman announced a Senior Citizens Lunch and Learn seminar will be offered through the AARP Life Insurance and Annuity Program from New York Life at 11 a.m. May 6 at the center. “They will help you make sure that your future is secure and help your loved ones have a great peace of mind,” said Weatherman. AARP will provide a free lunch for attendees, but those attending must call 903-885-1661 by Wednesday, May 1, to reserve a lunch.
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Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
WHEN: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18 WHERE: HCGS Library, 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 WHAT: “The Golden Age of Radio” PRESENTER: Ken Hanushek Ken Hanushek Ken Hanushek was born in Cleveland, Ohio, but raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He has a BA in history from Grove City College, PA, a MS in political science from Auburn University, AL and a MS in history from Texas A&M, Commerce. Ken is a retired Air Force Lt. Colonel. He was on the history faculty of Northeast Texas Community College for 16 years, on the history...
read moreChamber of Commerce, Hospital Partnering To Host “The Process of Care for Your Aging Parents” May 2
The Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital—Sulphur Springs are partnering to present a panel discussion called The Process of Care for Your Aging Parents from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at Sulphur Springs Country Club. Companies are invited to participate by renting a booth to distribute information and marketing materials about services offered for this specific topic. “This night is designed so attendees can hear the panel discussion, and are able to then walk through booths to collect information and ask...
read moreDinner Bell Menu For April 17th, 2019
Clayton Homes is Celebrating Easter Lunch with Dinner Bell Baked Ham with Balsamic Glaze Brunch Egg Casserole Green Beans with Caramelized Onions Spicy Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes Hot Rolls Garden Salad Easter Decor Coconut Cake Layered Coconut Pudding (the no added sugar dessert) Enjoy an Easter themed lunch at Dinner Bell. Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). We promise a great meal served by happy people.
read moreEarly Registration For Our Savior Lutheran 5K Youth Fundraiser Ends April 30
Our Savior Lutheran Church will once again be holding a “Jesus is my SuperHero” 5K as a fundraiser of the youth. This year’s event will be June 1, starting at Celebration Plaza.. Registration is open and being handled online. Those who want to take advantage of the early registration price of $25 will need to do so by 11:59 p.m. April 30. Starting May 1 the registration fee increases to $30.
read moreTira News for April 10, 2019
BY JAN VAUGHN We want to express our sympathy to Pat and Tommy Dickens and family. Pat’s mother, Wanda Elmore, passed away on April 4, 2019. Her service was under the direction of West Oaks Funeral Home on Saturday. Please be in prayer for the family. Dustin and Natalie Weir spent Saturday night at Robert and Yvonne’s home. On Sunday Dacy, Destri, and Yvonne hosted a baby shower for Everly Rose Weir and her mom and dad, Natalie and Dustin. Everly will be arriving later this month. The shower was well attended and they received many lovely...
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