5th Grade Group Visits KSST
An exuberant group of SSISD Gifted and Talented 5th Graders visited the KSST Studios on Friday October 19th, 2018. They enjoyed a tour of the Suddenlink Channel 18 and KSST/KRVA portions of the building.
Students marveled at the Station’s vintage VHS collection. A few brave souls recorded spots for the Afternoon Drive Show. An invitation was extended to publish their UIL projects on KSSTRadio.com
The highlight of the tour may have been the chance to raid the Rangers Bobble Head closet.
KSST has always promoted youth in broadcasting. From the days of Radio Workshop to our current intern program with area school districts, KSST/KRVA and Suddenlink Channel 18 looks forward to working with our Students.
Fall Blessings By Johanna Hicks
While visiting downtown Sulphur Springs recently, I noticed all the beautiful fall decorations in store windows. With the cooler temperatures upon us, fall in definitely in the air! Stepping inside one of my favorite shops, I admired the beautifully embroidered aprons, bags, and hand towels, donning gold, orange, green, tan and brown leaves. One hand towel in particular caught my eye, and I walked out with a new purchase – a beautifully monogrammed towel that said, “In this home, we are grateful, thankful and blessed,” framed with a garland of leaves.
As we enter the autumn season, many families think about Halloween and Christmas, purchasing costumes, decorations, special treats, and lawn ornaments. However, even in some retail stores, there is a special holiday that falls in-between and is often overlooked. I’m speaking about Thanksgiving.
Being thankful for what we have, rather than grumbling about what we don’t have, can make a big difference in our attitude, as well as those with whom we come in contact. A quote I heard from a Hallmark movie recently hit the nail on the head. “Are you humbly grateful or grumbly hateful?” I choose to be humbly grateful! How about you?
Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers so many different opportunities throughout the state through workshops, programs, series of classes on a particular topic, field days, seminars, on-line classes and certifications, mass media, and through publications. Extension agents utilize collaborating partners and volunteers to help with implementation and evaluation of major events.
One program which truly makes an impact is the Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative. In Hopkins County, there are eight trained and active volunteers who assist with a myriad of activities, including registration for classes and events, tray preparation and cooking demonstrations, 4-H projects, health fairs, preparations of materials, and much more!
I am excited to announce the next training for anyone who is interested in becoming a Master Wellness Volunteer. On January 22, we will kick off the training in a face-to-face workshop. Parts of the workshop will be through a state-wide webex broadcast from College Station. At that time, participants will receive information on two options for the remaining sessions – weekly in-person sessions, or online, self-paced sessions. The wrap-up session will take place on Tuesday, February 19 in-person.
The in-person trainings will be held at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Sulphur Springs. Other counties may also offer the same opportunity, but the ultimate goal is the same for all – to equip volunteers with information on health and wellness, food safety, and working with diverse audiences.
Watch for information on cost, time, and application process, but save January 22 and February 19 if you are interested!
Hopkins County Fall Festival
It’s here! You will notice the activity at the Hopkins County Civic Center and grounds, Buford Park, Sulphur Springs High School and the Hopkins County Extension Office! This serves as a final reminder concerning the Creative Arts Contest. There is an age division to fit everyone, and we’ll find a category for anything you wish to enter. Official registration will take place on Thursday, October 25 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., and on Friday, October 26 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Sulphur Springs High School Conference Center. (We will also accept entries at the Extension Office on Wednesday, October 24, but they will eventually wind up at the high school.) This contest is open only to Hopkins County residents due to space restraints, but anyone may view the items during public viewing times!
The entries will be judged on Friday morning and on display to the public following judging, until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, and open to public viewing again on Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Best of Show winners will have pictures made at 1:30, after which all entries may be picked up.
Also remember to visit the Arts & Crafts Show in the high school cafeteria! You’ll find one-of-a-kind items, all handmade by crafters and artisans. The Arts & Crafts Show is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 26 and from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 27. There is no charge to get in, but bring your wallet, because you will want to do some shopping!
Exhibits in the Hopkins County Civic Center, activities on the grounds, Kids Zone, Outhouse Races, judging of the Hay Bale Contest, Donkey Basketball, and the stew cook-off are other events that you don’t want to miss!
Closing thought
It is possible to make each year bring with it a lasting gift to add to the fullness of experience, to be treasured up, savored, and remembered – Grenville Kleiser
Recipe of the Week
Savory Sweet Potato Fries
· 3 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼ “ strips
· 2 tablespoons olive oil
· 2 teaspoons garlic powder
· 1 teaspoon paprika
· ½ teaspoon salt
· 1/3 cup parmesan, grated
Directions:
1) Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with foil.
2) In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes and olive oil; toss to coat. Remove from bowl and spread in a single layer on cookie sheet.
3) In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and parmesan. Sprinkle fries with mixture. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition facts per serving: 110 calories, 6 g total fat, 0 trans fats, 5 mg cholesterol, 300 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 190% Vitamin A
Man Arrested for Tamper/Fabricate Evidence
The odor of marijuana from inside the 2003 Trailblazer stopped by a Hopkins County deputy on CR 4784 led to Vincent Sheldon Jones, 30, of Commerce admitting to having a small amount of a green leafy substance on his person. That would have been a misdemeanor. However, at the jail, medical questions prior to his book-in Jones removed vape from his body and tried to dispose it in the book-in area. The vapor showed to contain a substance that proved to be THC oil.
Jones is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He is being held on a $10,000 bond for the tamper/fabricate charge.
Carriage House Manor Bake Sale Today for United Way
On Friday October 19, 2018 starting at 10:30 am, Carriage House Manor is holding a Bake Sale to raise money for United Way. The community’s best cooks and bakers have donated freshly prepared cakes, pies and cookies for the fundraising sale.
Meet Nurse Practitioner Leigh Ann Klein, Women’s Health with CHRISTUS Mother Frances Winnsboro
Nurse Practitioner Leigh Ann Klein spoke about Women’s Health on the KSST Good Morning Show with Enola Gay. “Because October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it’s beneficial to remind women that their genetics and family history play a large role in determining risk for developing breast cancer. So, during holidays and family times, it is a good time for women to pass along this valuable information to daughters, nieces and granddaughters about any occurrence of breast cancer in the family”. Klein states that when women begin going for regular mammograms at about age 40, this knowledge of the history of other women in her family is potentially life-saving knowledge.
According to statistics, the average woman has about a 12% chance of developing breast cancer in her lifetime. But, those who carry certain genes have a much higher risk factor. “Annual visits to your doctor are very important because that’s where routine lab tests can detect the presence of these genes. Monthly breast self-examinations along with annual doctor visits and mammograms are a woman’s first line of defense. And remember, precautions are equally as important for men with a family history of breast cancer”.
October’s many fundraisers and “pink” events keep awareness high for breast cancer and it’s risks. Share your family’s history with other women and girls in the family. And if you haven’t already, begin habits that could lead to early detection and perhaps prevent breast cancer development.
Video Presentation: Jehovah Jireh Food Pantry
Jehovah Jireh Food Pantry, a non-profit organization, is located at 10896 Highway 11 East , Como. The pantry serves the Hopkins County Community with food . The pantry solely runs off of donations made by Jehovah Jireh Food Panty and Biblically Speaking Ministries and Businesses and Individuals in the community. The pantry is open on Thursdays from 9 a.m. until noon to help families in need of food. Donations of can goods or peanut butter or drinks may be made to the pantry. To contact the pantry call 903-335-4703.
Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County EDC Receives Texas Economic Development Corporation 2018 Community Economic Development Award
During the E-Commerce, Technology and Innovations: The Future of Business sponsored by Texas Economic Development Council Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation received the 2018 Community Economic Development Award for cities with population 10,001 to 20,000. The October 18th award program named recipients in six population categories.
The Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County EDC spearheaded a complex, multi-faceted project that included the purchase of land from one major industry to support the expansion of another, the use of a Texas Capitol Fund grant to upgrade the city’s wastewater pre-treatment plant, and working with Oncor to acquire a site for the expansion of a major Sulphur Springs industry. Eventually the land purchase and infrastructure improvement led to an expansion of 61 jobs at Saputo, a major specialty foods manufacturer. An ancillary part of the land acquisition process enabled one of Sulphur Springs oldest employers, JB Weld, to build a new 78,000 square foot facility while also adding 13 new jobs.
Other nominees for the award in the population class included: Boerne/Kendall County EDC, Giddings EDC, City of Nederland, and Tomball EDC.
“Christmas Joys” Program Helps Prepare for Holiday Baking, Decorating, Crafts
Johanna Hicks, local Extension Agent, always puts on a choice program to help get you ready for the holidays. The demonstration program is always well-attended, so reserve your space early at one of the two presentations of “Christmas Joys” set for Monday November 5, 2018 at the SW Dairy Museum in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Each presentation will seat 75 persons. Cost to attend is $5 per person, with children under 5 admitted free.
Tira News for Oct 19th, 2018
By Jan Vaughn
Michael and Shelia Boyd enjoyed a trip to Branson, Missouri. Shelia reports, “We got to spend time with his sister and brother-in-law, Becky and Gary Furzman. They fed us and we had time with our niece and nephews. At Branson, we caught a show called Absolutely Country Definitely Gospel dinner show with Faith’s Journey. It was great. The cooler weather hit there first, so Michael loved it. We hadn’t been to Silver Dollar City since the kids were little. Had a ball, but I would suggest the two day pass, that is what we did. That way, the first day you can find your bearings, stay until you get tired and then finish up the next day.”
Robert Weir celebrated his 70th birthday (October 6th ) with his children and grandchildren in Durant. Yvonne says, “Lots of swimming and arcades for the kids.” She adds, “Wesley played Bright Star baseball Monday and had a good time. Hit the first ball both times.” Yvonne attended a ladies retreat in May Pearl with her church the 12th and 13th.
Tommy and Carolyn Long met their son Reid in Waco and they went to Austin last weekend. They, also, met their other son, John, and his wife and son, Stephanie and Quentin and celebrated John and Stephanie’s birthdays. While there they attended the Texas Longhorns football game against the Baylor Bears.
Our granddaughter, Jaidyn Joslin, and I celebrated our birthdays together on Friday, October 5th . Mine is October 6th and hers is October 9th . Chip grilled steaks and Tiffany made the birthday cake and helped with the meal preparation. Also joining us were Tiffany’s friend, Perry, from Arkansas, Malcolm and Kenden Joslin and Kenden’s friend, Whitney, and Landon, Laiken, Rylan, Morgan, and Slaiden Joslin.
I met my friends, Yvonne Weir, Brenda Allen, and Regina Taylor for a birthday lunch at Roma’s in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday, October 16th .
A small group gathered for the North Hopkins Alumni Association homecoming on Saturday. I’m sure the weather kept many away. They missed an evening of good food, prepared by Andy and Mary Lou Wright, good music by the Monday Night Jam Band, a good video honoring the Classes of 1968, 1978, and 1988, prepared by Amie Davidson and her students, and a good time of visiting with old friends. Mark your calendar for next year. The homecoming will be on Saturday, October 12th.
I always need and appreciate input from my friends to help keep me informed of news in our community. If you have any news pertaining to Tira residents, past or present, please contact me, Jan Vaughn, at 903-945-2190 or 903-438-6688 or [email protected] .
Field Day for Producers and Grasslands Managers By Mario Villarino
Field Day for Producers and Grasslands Managers October 26, 2018
Managing of grasslands involves several alternative methods that can influence the way the ranch produces. To learn the benefits and potential challenges of using native grasses the 2018 Field Day for Producers and Grassland Managers has been scheduled for October 26, 2018 at Ebel Grasslands Ranch, Sulphur Bluff, Texas. Topics will include Native Grasslands: Environmental benefits, Economic benefits and sustainability- Rotational / prescribed grazing -Optimizing various grass/forage types -Water development.Lunch sponsored by NETBIO
Followed by Fencing options, Rotational and other challenging pasture moves-Calving seasons. Limited to 25 attendees. The location of the field day is 225 CR 3611, Sulphur Bluff, TX 75481. Call 903-885-3443 to RSVP.
Coming Up:
Field Day for Producers and Grasslands Managers- October 26, 2018- Free
DOPA Training- Southwest Dairy Museum, October 31, 2018- $10.
Basic Tree Care Training- November 1, 2018, 6:00 PM $10.
Private Applicator Credits- Regional Civic Center- November 7, 2018- $30 10:00 AM
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training- November 14, 2018- $40 8:30 AM
For more information on this or for registration contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443.
