Like Doing Good in the Community? Local “Chicks for Charity” Seeks New Members, Team Leaders
For almost a decade, Chicks for Charity has served as a local charitable organization benefiting Hopkins County non profits with funds for projects and improvements. As with many organizations, membership and attendance has shown a decline, and this message was sent to KSST in an effort to interest new members. Here is a bit of history on Hopkins County Chicks for Charity, followed by photos of recent
Over 10 years ago, eight women were meeting monthly to enjoy playing games, food and friendship with each other. One evening, we discussed the need to be doing something for the community and after researching, we agreed to launch the Hopkins County version of CHICKS FOR CHARITY. We would invite other like-minded, community loving women to join us in meeting once each quarter to each personally bring $50 to collectively donate to a democratically chosen 501c3 non-profit operating in Hopkins County. Amazingly simple – and effective!
In the 8 ½ years since, Chicks for Charity has blessed this county and community with over $200,000; all through individual $50 checks given by devoted, generous, and committed women, eager to share what God has given. Meetings are held only four times per year; on the third-Thursday of February, May, August and November at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs. We feel very privileged to be a part of something that is so simple, yet so effective.
Currently, new members and core Team Leaders are needed. A couple of core Team Leaders have made a decision to step down at this time, so there will be leadership roles that will need to be filled if Chicks for Charity is to continue. If you would like to become a member or a Core Team leader, please respond quickly to any of the names listed below, or respond by phone or email. We will be discussing results and taking a consensus at the May 16, 2019 meeting. Please make every effort to attend; your thoughts are important to all! And if you feel led to accept a role as a Team Leader, please let one of us know as soon as possible.
Chicks for Charity Team Leaders: Jane Sargent, Dee Elliott, Sher Sevier, Peggy Dietze, Lequida Jennings, Sandra Baucom, Pennye West, and Mandy Kennedy or contact [email protected] or 903-243-2206.
WHO ARE CHICKS FOR CHARITY? Chicks for Charity is a collective group of women who are passionate about supporting our local communities in Hopkins County, Texas. Members come from all ages, from all walks of life, and from varying financial and religious backgrounds. As individuals, we feel that it can be difficult to make a very large impact; but as a group, we have the ability to contribute to the growth of our communities in ways we never thought possible. There is no board, no collecting auction items, no ticket sales, and no events. Just women getting together every quarter to make a difference in a big way, with the least amount of time and effort.
OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE: To reach out and help our communities by finding 100 or more women to each contribute at least $50, four times a year to collectively give at least $20,000 annually to local charities and non-profit organizations here in Hopkins County, Texas. The idea is to keep our contributions and support local so as to have a direct and immediate impact that we can all personally see, right here in our communities.
FAQS
QUESTION: Do I have to be invited by a member in order to join Chicks for Charity Hopkins County?
ABSOLUTELY NOT!! All you need to do is SHOW UP! Subscribe to the website using your email address and attend the next social that is scheduled under “UPCOMING EVENTS”. After subscribing to CCHC, you will receive automatic emailed updates for times and locations of socials. You can also email a Team Member on this website or leave a message on our Facebook page. There are members of CCHC that have never attended a Social for one reason or another… that is O.K.! All you need to do is commit to getting your check to a Team Member by leaving a message on this website or the Facebook Page – or call somebody you know is a Chick.
QUESTION: Do you have to attend a specific Church denomination to be in Chicks?
NO! Chicks come from every denomination in the County, from every socio-economic group, every race, creed, and political persuasion. All that is required is 1) to be a female, and 2) to have a passion for supporting Hopkins County.
QUESTION: Are my donations tax-deductible?
YES! All recipient charities that are considered by Chicks for Charity Hopkins County, must be a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization and must be within Hopkins County. Chicks are asked to bring blank checks to the social; after the nomination and voting process is completed and a charity is chosen, each Chick writes her check out to the recipient charity directly. All the checks are collected and given to the charity representative within the next week or so.
QUESTION: What if I am unable to attend a social?
Not a problem! We will miss you, as a fun part of CCHC is the social itself, but you can mail or deliver your check to a Team Member within a few days of the social.
For meeting times and other information on Chicks for Charity, contact [email protected] or 903-243-2206.
Central Christian Academy Announces Thursday and Friday Closure
Way to go Sulphur Springs Wildcats!! Central Christian Academy along with Sulphur Springs ISD will not have school Thursday, March 7th and Friday, March 8th to allow everyone to go support the Wildcat Basketball team as they win state!
Dinner Bell Menu For March 6, 2019
Dinner Bell March 6, 2019
Community Partner: Messengers Sunday School Class
Menu:
Hopkins County Stew
Chili Cheese Cornbread Muffins
Cheese and Pickle Sticks
Crackers
Super Salad
Chocolate Cream Cheese Dessert or Four Layered Dessert or Paul Newman Dessert–many
names for this luscious dessert
Baked Pears (No added sugar dessert)
Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of The First United Methodist Church).
Hope to see you as it is warm inside and the visiting is great!
Wildcats Will Play Thursday, 8:30pm at Alamodome
The UIL has just released the times for the Boys Basketball State Semi-Finals indicating that the Sulphur Springs Wildcats will play the last game of the day on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 8:30pm. Obviously, the time could be pushed back, as the Wildcats will take on the San Antonio Wagner Thunderbirds as the sixth game of the day. The contest will after all of the 1A, 3A and the other 5A matches have taken place. Should any of the other games go into overtimes, all subsequent games could be delayed. As always, the schedule could change. Stay tuned to KSST and KSSTradio.com for the latest updates.
Sulphur Springs Cancels Classes Thursday As Wildcat Basketball Starts State Tournament
Athletic Director Greg Owens, in an email to KSST News, lined out the schedule for the upcoming week as the Boy’s Basketball prepares to head to San Antonio to take on the Wagner Thunderbirds in the State Semi-Finals. All classes will be cancelled for SSISD on Thursday to give everyone an opportunity to travel to San Antonio and cheer on the Wildcats. Tickets for that game will be pre-sold for students on Tuesday and Wednesday at the SS High School office, and non-student tickets can be purchased at the Administration Building on Connally street on the same days. All seats are preassigned, meaning there is not open seating. The Wildcats will travel to San Antonio on Wednesday and get a chance to visit the Alamodome and practice before the big game on Thursday evening. The winner of the Wildcat vs Thunderbirds game will face the winner of the other game between Mansfield and Manor. The 5A state finals game will be played on Saturday at 3pm.
Wildcats Baseball Defeats Ferris
Wildcats Baseball 9, Ferris 1
The Wildcats’ baseball team completed a perfect 4 wins and no loss performance in a Van tournament Saturday (March 2) with a dominating 9-1 win over Ferrris. The Wildcats scored five runs in the top of the second and 4 more in the top of the third. Three Wildcats’ pitchers combined on a one-hitter in a game that went four innings. Pacen Edwards got the win going 2 2/3 innings allowing one hit and no runs while striking out three and walking one. He threw 45 pitches Bryce McQueen went 1/3 of an inning giving up a run and a walk. Kaden Argenbright pitched 1/3 of the inning. The Wildcats had 8 hits. Austin Dodd, Argenbright and Edwards all had two hits. Dodd, Argenbright and Jaxon Chaney all drove in two runs. Edwards also had an RBI. Dodd and Argenbright hit doubles and Jaxon Chaney had a home run. The Wildcats swiped ten bases. Dodd and McQueen stole two and Argenbright, Jace Burchfield, Dawson Sears, Edwards, Kamren Harrison and Jake Davis stole one apiece. The win improved the Wildcats season record to 8-1. With an unusual three rounds of district play this season, the Wildcats will begin district play Tuesday at Royse City.
Wildcats Win Again And Will Be Headed To State Tournament
Wildcats Basketball 58, Frisco Lone Star 51 (Region 2 Championship Game)
The Wildcats’ basketball team punched their ticket for the State Tournament in San Antonio next week by winning the Region 2 Championship Game over Frisco Lone Star, 58-51 Saturday afternoon (March 2) at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland. The Wildcats only led 11-9 after the first quarter but extended the lead to 28-15 at the half. The Rangers whittled a few points off the lead in the third quarter but the Wildcats still led after three, 40-31. The Rangers were never able to get closer than 7 points. The Wildcats were supported by a large number of fans on the home side of the gym. Sadaidriene Day Day Hall led the Wildcats with 21 points. Cameron Kahn added 15 points. Keaston Willis scored 13 points. Xavier Cork had 9 points. Lone Star’s Julian Larry led all scorers with 24 points and Marvin Mims scored 17. The Wildcats improved their season record 29-8. The State Basketball Tournament will take place on March 7-9 at The Alamodome in San Antonio. On Thursday, March 7, the Wildcats, ranked #4 in Class 5A, will play #2 ranked San Antonio Wagner. Mansfield Timberview, ranked #3, will play Manor. It has not been determined which game will be played at 7 p.m. and which one will take place at 8:30 p.m. The March 7 winners meet for the State Championship Saturday, March 9 at 3 p.m.
Suspect In Custody Named In Aggravated Kidnapping Case
The suspect, Leslie Nixon, W/F, 43 years of age, of Mount Vernon, Texas, has been formally arraigned on the following charges: Attempted Murder Felony of the First Degree Bond Amt $1,000,000 Aggravated Kidnapping Felony of the First Degree Bond Amt $500,000 Nixon remains in Franklin County Jail and the investigation is on-going at this time. Sheriff Jones again ask the public to please contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office with
any information they may have or know about pertaining to this case by calling 903-537-4539 or stopping by in person. No matter how inconsequential you feel the information may be, it may just be the part of the puzzle we are looking for. In any situation, IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING!
Franklin County Requesting Information In Aggravated Kidnapping Case
On February 27, 2019, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call of a domestic disturbance involving a weapon. Officers responded to a residence located at 1001 High meadow Drive, in Franklin County, and made contact with a 43 year old white female who was later arrested in connection with this incident. The victim in this case, a 59 year old
white male, was located at a neighboring residence. FCSO investigators discovered that, in the days between February 14th and February 27th, the victim had been bound and confined in the residence, given only limited food and water, and had been physically assaulted multiple times. According to information received at the scene, the suspect in this case used a pistol to control and terrorize the victim, discharging the firearm multiple times, inside of the residence, during this two-week time frame. The victim was transported by ambulance to the Hospital, where he received treatment for multiple injuries sustained during this incident. The suspect was arrested and is currently being held in the Franklin County Jail on charges of Aggravated Kidnapping. The investigation is on-going.
Franklin County Sheriff Ricky Jones is requesting the assistance of the public in this case. FCSO Investigators have learned that representatives of a church group, possible Jehovah’s Witnesses, may have visited this residence during the time that the victim was being held captive. Sheriff Jones is requesting that anyone who might have visited the residence at 1001 High Meadow Drive between February 14, 2019 and February 27, 2019, please contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office at 903-537-4539.
Sulphur Springs City Council Agenda March 5, 2019
CITY OF SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 5, 2019
7:00 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 in the Council Room at 201 North Davis Street. The following items will be discussed:
- Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag, Texas Flag, and invocation.
- Presentations, proclamations, and announcements.
- Texas History Month
3. Manager’s report will include a status report of capital improvements, wastewater treatment plant operations, accidents and claims for the month, and a review of expenditures, revenues, purchases, and abatement orders.
- Discussion/action on Consent Agenda.
5. Discussion/action on public hearing for second and final reading of Ordinance No. 2740 for annexation of Area 1, Pioneer Business Park and adjacent properties.
- Discussion/action on public hearing for second and final reading of Ordinance No. 2741 for annexation of Area 2, Heritage Business Park and adjacent properties.
7. Discussion/action on Resolution No. 1166 approving a proposal by TBK Materials, LLC, to convert solid waste concrete into recycled millings by crushing to be used in street and infrastructure development, making findings support thereof, and authorizing the execution of same by City Manager.
8. Discussion/action on public hearing for second and final reading of Ordinance No. 2742, a budget amendment for Ordinance No. 2727, the 2018 – 2019 Annual Budget Ordinance.
9. Discussion/action on bids and award of contract for Cement Treatment of Subgrade for Sunset Street CDBG grant project.
10 Visitors and public forum.
11. Adjourn.
Consent Agenda
Consider for approval the regular City Council meeting minutes of February 5, 2019; the Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals meeting minutes of November 20, 2018; the Downtown Revitalization Board meeting minutes of January 22, 2019; and the Economic Development Corporation meeting minutes of January 28, 2019.
The City of Sulphur Springs will provide assistance to the hearing impaired if notice is given to the City Secretary 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
The City Council of the City of Sulphur Springs, Texas meets regularly on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. The Council follows a printed agenda for official action, however, following the conclusion of the agenda, anyone may address the Council but Council will not take official action. Any individual desiring official action should submit his request to the office of the City Secretary by 12:00 noon on the Wednesday before the next regularly scheduled meeting.
The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations); 551.074 (Personnel Matters, must be stated specifically with regard to position) 551.076 (Deliberations about security devices) and 551.087 (Economic Development).
