SSISD Tax Office Closed November 19-23
With all Sulphur Springs Independent School District campuses closed November 19-23 for Thanksgiving Holidays, the SSISD Tax Office will also be closed.
Sandra Gibby, SSISD Tax Assessor-Collector, said her office will be closed for the week and will reopen Monday, November 26, 2018.
Attend NETCS “A Starry Night” Christmas Concert on December 1,2 on SSISD Stage
The stage of the SSISD Auditorium inside the Hopkins County Civic Center will be transformed into a holiday wonderland of stars for the Northeast Texas Choral Society annual Christmas concert. Choral Director Carol Allen and NETCS Board President Mary Lou Foster visited with Enola Gay on the KSST Morning Show to invite the public to this one-of-a-kind concert. Tickets are $15 each at local banks, at the door and online at singerscount.org. Two performances are planned: 7 pm on Saturday December 1, and at 2 pm on Sunday December 2, 2018.
“In ‘A Starry Night’, our 100-voice choir will present sixteen musical works specially selected as an offering for your celebration season. A portion of these are familiar seasonal favorites chosen to ignite a spark of holiday energy, tempo and movement.” explained Carol. “Then you will hear others that may be new to you, beautiful harmonic compositions that deepen the meaning of the most famous star of all, the Star of Bethlehem, and the enduring promises it points us to. Please come be entertained and inspired, and bring your children and grandchildren too, so that they may be exposed to the wonder of music conveying the Christmas story”. Carol pointed out that within a matter of just weeks of rehearsal, Northeast Texas Choral Society singers and orchestra ensemble have shaped a meaningful cultural event that will not only revive your Christmas spirit, but provide joy, peace and timeless memories for everyone in the audience!
Mary Lou Foster is a charter member of NETCS with a perfect attendance record. Like many other members, she is a singer and musician at her church but finds a special dimension as a Choral Society performer. “We audition new singers twice each year, so if you have been thinking about becoming a member in the New Year, plan to come to auditions on January 12, 2019 between 10 am until 12 noon in First United Methodist Church choir room!
Bag Policy for Wildcat Game at Ford Center
According to the Ford Center website fans entering the center must meet certain requirements for any items carried into the Center.
BAG POLICY
Prohibited bags include, but are not limited to, the following: all purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags.
We strongly encourage fans to limit the number of items they bring with them to the stadium on event day.
Fans may carry only the following style and size bag, package, or container at the plaza areas, gates, or when approaching queue lines of fans awaiting entry into Ford Center:
- Approved bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12.” The bags may be hand-carried or have a shoulder strap. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags in accordance with the size set forth above with a high school logo are also acceptable).
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
- Small, one compartment, clutch bag approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap. No larger than 5.5 x 8.5.” This can be carried separately or within a plastic bag.
An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.
All other pertinent information regarding cameras, etc can be found here
Woman Arrested When She and Four Children Test Positive for Meth
November 15, 2018 – Special Crimes Unit assisted Child Protective Service Agents with an investigation regarding four children ages one to four years old. All tested positive for methamphetamine. The four children were in the care, custody, and control of Melissa Kathleen Page, 38, of Sulphur Springs, who also tested positive for meth.
Page is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Endangering a Child, a State Jail Felony. She is held on a $10,000 bond.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Hearts of Life Presents Jack for Adoption; Two Adoption Events Set
Jack is still searching for his forever home! Jack is approximately 6 months old. He is very intelligent, rides great in the car, walks well on the leash and loves everyone he meets. Jack is a puppy and will need an ample amount of chew toys. He is also the perfect age to train to your lifestyle.
Jack’s adoption fee is $100.00 which includes all previous vetting, neuter and rabies shot. Please contact Hearts of Life Animal Rescue by phone at 903-439-5019, email [email protected], www.facebook.com/heartsoflife or Petfinder.com!
Hearts of Life Animal Rescue has two “Save the Dates” to announce! Friday, November 23rd, we will be at Petsense for Black Dog Friday! Saturday, December 8th, we will be at Petsense for our 5th Annual Santa Photos!
Children’s Museum Receives Tobacco Grant from Hunt Regional Healthcare
(November 14, 2018, Commerce, Texas) – The Children’s Museum’s MEGALung is traveling to schools throughout Hunt County. As the recipient of a recent Tobacco Grant from Hunt Regional Healthcare, the Children’s Museum is bringing their one-of-a-kind lung to classrooms. As part of the instruction, students have the opportunity to sit inside the 8 foot tall MEGALung. Such lung diseases as cancer, emphysema, pneumonia, COPD, asthma, and bronchitis can be seen on the giant lung. Instruction in the classroom includes the students’ ability to measure their oxygen level and blood pressure through using oximeters.
Through the lessons on maintaining healthy lungs, students learn that tobacco use, either inhaling, through secondhand smoke, or other products, is the top cause for not only lung, but also other types of cancers. They learn that lung cancer has the highest occurrence of any cancer in Hunt County. According to DataUSA, smoking is directly responsible for approximately 90 percent of lung cancer deaths and approximately 80 percent of deaths caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
“We hope that the impact of walking through the giant lung combined with the information on maintaining a healthy lung will make a lasting impression on the students. We hope they will go home and share the information with their families,” said Sharline Freeman, Executive Director of the Children’s Museum. “The funds from the Tobacco Grant are being used to improve the health in Hunt County.”
The MEGALung has also been taken to Health Fairs and schools in Fannin and Lamar counties. For information on bring the giant lung to your school or event, call the Children’s Museum at 903-886-6055.
For additional information, contact:
Sharline Freeman, Executive Director
Northeast Texas Children’s Museum
NW Corner Culver and Highway 50
Commerce, Texas 75428
Telephone: (903) 886-6055 or (903) 456-4789
Email: [email protected]
Chamber Connection, November 15, 2018
The Sulphur Springs Hopkins County EDC and the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce are hosting their annual Economic Outlook Conference at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center on Wednesday, December 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are so excited to welcome Mr. Richard Froeschle, current Labor Market Economist, as our keynote speaker at the 2018 Economic Outlook Conference. Mr. Froeschle will present Hopkins County the economic outlook for Northeast Texas for 2019. Sponsorships of the conference and tickets are available. Lunch will be provided. For further information, please call the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce at 903-885-6515.
I’m excited to let you know that we have begun work on the 2019 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation hopefuls, and even home town heroes who are interested in learning more about our local businesses. They include historical information as well all things to the see and do in Hopkins County. The best part is, they include an alphabetical and categorical listing of your business. LeeAnn Peugh, with Echo Publishing, will be contacting you in the next few weeks to see if you are interested in placing an ad in the directory. The rates are affordable, and one of the best ways to represent your business. I hope you will consider this a wise investment with over 7,000 opportunities for business exposure. You may also contact the Chamber, and I will pass your information along to her. I’m proud to produce this book telling all about the place we love. I hope you will join me in the journey!
Here’s another HUGE announcement from the Chamber! Our Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce has joined in with the Longview Chamber to offer small businesses health insurance through United Healthcare. It is called HealthyVIEW and is only offered to small businesses, 2-50 employees, who are members of our Chamber. This is a huge milestone for our Chamber to offer, and an extremely needed benefit for many. For additional information, contact Lezley Brown at the Chamber, (903) 885-6515. We are thrilled to be able to offer this invaluable asset to our Chamber members!
Wesley Methodist Church Fall Round-up
Wesley United Methodist Church is hosting their 40th Annual Fall Round Up on Saturday, November 17th from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be Hopkins County Stew, a silent auction, country store, and a live auction. Tickets are $6 for adults, and $3 for children. Visit www.wesleysst.org/fallroundup for more information.
Hunt Regional is offering Mobile Mammography Coach in Sulphur Springs
Hunt Regional Hospital is offering the Tubby Adkisson Memorial Mobile Mammography Coach on November 15th in the Spring Village Shopping Center in Sulphur Springs. All insurances accepted at Hunt Regional are also accepted for the Mobile Mammography Coach, including Medicare and Medicaid. To schedule individual screening mammograms, please call (903) 408-5010. Appointments and pre-registration are requested.
Love’s Travel Stop hosting their grand opening
Love’s Travel Stop in Sulphur Springs is hosting their grand opening on Thursday, November 15th. Make sure to stop by and check out the biggest Love’s Travel Stop to date. The Chamber will host a ribbon cutting for Love’s on Tuesday, November 27th at noon.
Reilly Springs Jamboree
The Reilly Springs Jamboree plans “Thanksgiving in the Country” with the music of the Jean Wranglers from Austin, Texas at 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 17th. Don’t miss the 2-part character portrayal by Paula Altenbaumer of Hopkins County early pioneer Henry Stout. Roger Reed and Enola Gay will add to the evening with an acoustic country-gospel set. You can shop in the Country Store and sit down to Hopkins County Stew, cooked outside and served in the Reilly Springs Kitchen. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a relaxing evening of Thanksgiving in the Country. Admission $10 person. The Reilly Springs Community Center is located at 109 CR 1439.
Sulphur Springs Youth Orchestra hosts winter concert
The Sulphur Springs Youth Orchestra is hosting a free concert called A Winter Classical on Thursday, December 6th, at Shannon Oaks Church in Sulphur Springs. For additional information, call (903) 261-7907 or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SSY017/.
Heritage Park will host Christmas in the Park on Saturday, November 24th
The Hopkins County Historical Society presents Christmas in the Park on Saturday, November 24, and Saturday, December 1, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $3.00, and children under seven are free. Visit with Santa, see the light displays, listen to live music, enjoy hot cocoa, old-fashioned cider, coffee and cookies, and begin your Christmas shopping in the Country Store.
Temple’s Trailer Sales is hosting their 50th Anniversary
Temple’s Trailer Sales is hosting their 50th Anniversary celebration with lunch and a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, November 28th at noon. Come celebrate this huge milestone with us!
CASA hosts their annual Cookie Walk
CASA is hosting their annual Cookie Walk on Friday, December 7th, from 9 a.m. to noon at First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. Cookies are sold for $5.00 a pound. Go by there and load up on Christmas cookies while supporting our local CASA!
Lion’s Club will host the 11th Annual Christmas Parade on Friday, December 7th
The Lion’s Club is hosting the 11th Annual Christmas Parade Friday, December 7th at 7 p.m. The parade begins at Buford Park and goes East on Connally Street to the square, turns left onto Church Street, and left on Houston Street to end in the Gerald Prim Stadium parking lot. You may pick up registration forms and rules at the Chamber of Commerce. The entry fee is one toy, to be donated to the Blue Santa Program. Charitable cash donations also accepted, and checks should be made payable to the Sulphur Springs Lions Club. Registration forms must be received by noon on Tuesday, December 4.
PJC-Sulphur Springs Prepares Students for Workforce
PLANNING SPEECH
Members of Instructor Paul May’s public speaking class at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center came together in groups to plan their speech presentations. Students in this group are, from left, Designee Rushing, Shelby Whitson, Laura Willits, Instructor May, Sarah Leano and Angel Tavera. For information about classes and workforce training at the Center, call 903-885-1232.
Dinner Bell Thanksgiving 2018
The 2018 Dinner Bell Feast was held Wednesday November 14th, 2018. The largest crowd of the year packed the First United Methodist Church. The local Knights of Columbus sponsored the meal, served the meal and smoked the turkeys diners enjoyed.
Remember: there will not be a Dinner Bell meal served next week due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. We hope you enjoy the holiday with friends and family.
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
