Rare PLAYERS Championship Golf Package Available Now for a Limited Time
February 5, 2026 -Sulphur Springs, Texas – Sports fans, golf enthusiasts, and those with a bucket list are invited to experience one of sport’s most prestigious events up close with The PLAYERS Championship Package, hosted at the world-renowned TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. This exclusive package offers the opportunity to watch the game’s top players compete on the iconic Stadium Course, home of the famous par-3 17th island green. Designed for passionate golfers and fans alike, the experience combines championship-level golf...
read moreDinner Bell for February 11, 2026
February 5, 2026 – WEEK OF: February 11, 2026 COMMUNITY PARTNER: The Hopkins Rains County Farm Bureau The doors to the kitchen of the First United Methodist Church will reopen at 11:00 a.m., for meal service beginning at 11:30 a.m. Doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Dinner Bell Ministry started the first week of February 2012. Today, we celebrate our 15th year of serving our community. We are grateful and would like to thank all that have made this possible over the past 15 years, and we look forward to continuing this important food and...
read moreChamber Connection – February 5, 2026
By Butch Burney The cutoff to get your tickets for the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s 99th Annual Banquet and Community Awards is fast approaching. We will celebrate Hopkins County and Sulphur Springs as we recognize our 2025 Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year, Community Pride Award, Agriculturist of the Year, Growth and Renewal, Outstanding Professional Educator, Outstanding ParaProfessional Educator, Outstanding Auxiliary Educator Large Business of the Year, and Small Business of the Year. We like to...
read moreBid for the Ride of a Lifetime: Firetruck Expedition including Donuts
February 5, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Sirens, smiles, and sprinkles are hitting the auction block in the online Gala Auction Pre-Sale. The private firetruck ride to school for four, complete with fresh donuts, is one hot package! The winner will enjoy an unforgettable ride aboard an authentic fire engine, making memories with friends or family while supporting a great cause. Not normally available to the general public, this unique experience blends hometown charm, hands-on excitement, and a sweet treat — perfect for...
read moreCancer Support Group to Meet Monday, February 9
February 5, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Rd. The group welcomes ladies who have or have had any type of cancer and is not limited to breast cancer. February’s guest speaker will be Markeda Fisher, retired librarian and avid reader. She will share her top book recommendations across many genres in hopes of offering something for everyone. Bibliotherapy is a great way to provide a mental escape while helping to...
read moreCancer Support Group to Meet Monday, February 9
February 4, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group will meeton Monday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Rd. The group welcomes ladies who have or have had any type of cancer and is not limited to breast cancer. February’s guest speaker will be Markeda Fisher, retired librarian and avid reader. She will share her top book recommendations across many genres in hopes of offering something for everyone. Bibliotherapy is a great way to provide a mental escape while helping to...
read moreThe 36th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Awards Ceremony was Held January 19th
February 3, 2026 – The 36th Annual Martin Luther King Jr Awards Ceremony was held January 19th, 2026, at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Dr. H.B. Nash is the Pastor. Master of Ceremony for the event was Deacon Ricky Godbolt. The Keynote Speaker was Stephanie Conley. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this joyous event. Dr Martin Luther King...
read moreDistrict Alignments for 2026-28 Have Been Announced by the UIL
February 2, 2026 – The new district alignments for 2026-28 have been announced by the UIL. In football, 4A Division 1, Sulphur Springs will be in District 7 with Caddo Mills, Kaufman, Mabank, Paris, Ferris and Waxahachie Life. Paris is the only current district opponent that will be the same. The longest trips will be 95 miles to Ferris and 108 miles to Waxachachie Life. The teams from District 7 will be atched against teams from District in football bi-district play, including Lindale, Kilgore and Longivew Pine Tree. In...
read moreRaise Your Glass, and Your Bid!
February 2, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – Gather your friends, pour some drinks, and let the biddingbegin! The Gala Auction Pre-Sale opened online February 2 and will close Sunday, February 8 at 9 pm. Fantastic items for sports lovers, fans of the arts, girly girls, and cool moms and dads are all up for grabs. Login at Gala2026.GiveSmart.com because it’s bid o’ clock somewhere! Pictured here having fun at the 2023 Gala are as follows: Back row l-r: Taylor Beasley, Christina Cooper, Hannah Fite, Micah Walden. Middle row: Sarah Mills...
read moreFoundation’s Special Gala Auction Pre-Sale Starts Monday
January 29, 2026 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is holding a special Gala Auction Pre-Sale following the postponement of its 20th Anniversary Gala for the safety of the public during winter storms. The online auction will feature a selection of unique and popular items originally planned for the anniversary Gala that are just too good to wait for! Bidding will open on February 2 at 8:00 a.m. and close on February 8 at 9:00 p.m. All available items may be previewed exclusively online at...
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