District 2 Senator Hall to Visit Sulphur Springs Saturday
Saturday afternoon, October 13, 2018, District 2 State Senator Bob Hall will be on the downtown square in Sulphur Springs between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hall, called by some the most conservative Senator in Austin, will meet with constituents.
Hall, a Republican and incumbent seeking re-election, will have yard signs available and lemonade and cookies will be served. Local Republicans invite the public to attend and meet Senator Hall.
Candlelight Vigil Planned for Victims of Domestic Violence
The Safe-T Crisis Center of Sulphur Springs’ Outreach plans a Candlelight Vigil on Tuesday October 16, 2018 at 6:30pm on Celebration Plaza. The purpose of the Vigil is to honor the silent voices and those who have lost their lives to domestic violence. Speakers will include Hopkins County Attorney Dusty Hyde Rabe, and domestic violence survivor Gala Lawrence. In case of rain, an alternate location will be The Roc at 115 Putman Street.
Ragan Dennis, Outreach Coordinator for Safe-T Crisis Center reminds us that October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and encourages everyone to attend the Vigil. Domestic violence affects people of every age, gender and nationality. The Safe-T Crisis Center is a non-profit organization serving eight NE Texas counties, offering assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The Sulphur Springs Crisis Center is located at 613 Gilmer Street, inside the CANHelp office complex. The Safe-T Crisis Headquarters and Shelter in Mt. Pleasant was established there in 1995. Persons who wish to report domestic violence/sexual assault at a Safe-T location can expect confidentiality and capable, caring representatives. You can reach Safe-T by phone at 903-439-0325.
Blue Santa Toy Drive Begins Oct. 22 in Hopkins County
According to Amy Griggs, Community Liaison for the Blue Santa Toy Drive, it’s almost time for the Blue Santa campaign to start. You can begin looking for the Blue Santa barrels to appear around Sulphur Springs retail areas in late October. That’s when the annual Toy Drive begins in earnest, and your help is needed. During the past several years, Blue Santa has stepped up to assist with increasing needs in the Hopkins County/Sulphur Springs community. Plan to help Blue Santa make Christmas brighter for local children by purchasing toys at local retailers and dropping them in the blue barrels in October. Then, as you celebrate Thanksgiving, remember those less fortunate by purchasing and dropping toys in the barrels. Then on December 3 and 4. attend the special Blue Santa Donation Days on the Lowe’s parking lot. Bring money and/or toys and enjoy the brisket lunch fundraiser! Blue Santa 2018 toy distribution will be held mid-December for qualifying local families who are signed up. To sign up for Blue Santa assistance this Christmas, go to CANHelp at 613 Gilmer Street in Sulphur Springs starting October 22, 2018 or phone CANHelp at 903-885-9797.
Alabama Man Arrested for Possession of Meth
Robert Royce Haga, 54, of Huntsville, Alabama, was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for a traffic violationon I-30. Hopkins County Chief Investigator Corley Weatherford, who was on patrol Wednesday afternoon, observed an open container in plain view in the vehicle. Haga admitted it was his. The driver of the vehicle admitted to having marijuana under his seat. A search of the vehicle revealed a syringe loaded with a clear substance believed to be methamphetamine in Haga’s luggage. Haga admitted to possessing the meth.
Haga is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams. He is held on a $10,000 bond. The driver of the vehicle was charged with a misdemeanor possession of marijuana under 2oz.
Hearts of Life Presents CeCe for Adoption
CeCe is still looking for his forever home. CeCe is a 2 year old Shepherd/Pyrenees mix. He is a very loving, very playful and very large pup! He is always happy to see you! His 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 at [email protected], www.facebook.com/heartsoflife or Petfinder.com
Chamber Connection October 11, 2018
All cooks signed up for the 49th Annual Stew Cook-off will need to attend the cooks come-and-go reception on Tuesday, October 16th at 6 p.m. at the Southwest Dairy Museum. Cooks will receive their grocery reimbursement check from the Chamber, their goody bags, and a list of rules and regulations for the Stew Cook-off. Please make plans to be there!!! T-shirts will be available for purchase that night. Call the Chamber for additional information at (903) 885-6515. Don’t forget, the Stew Contest will be held on Saturday, October 27th starting at 10:30 a.m. that morning!
Danna’s Buffalo Girls’ Gazette Flea Market Style/Swap on October 11-13
Danna’s Buffalo Girls’ Gazette will be having a flea market style/swap event October 11, 12 & 13 at 20670 Hwy. 11 E. in Winnsboro. The Hwy. 11 Treasure Trails, a garage sale stretching from Linden to Sulphur Springs, will be held in conjunction with the Flea Market that same weekend. Visit www.dannasfleamarketstyle.com or call 903-439-7091 for more information.
Deer Lake Cabins hosts Cowboy Cookout
The Deer Lake Cabin Ranch Resort, located at 1692 Panther Creek Pass in Mt. Vernon, is hosting a Cowboy Cookout on October 13th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Adults are $15 a plate, and kids are $10 a plate. For more information visit www.deerlakecabins.com/cowboycookouts.
The 11th Annual Help-A-Child Tractor Pull and Cook-off will be held Saturday, October 20th at 9 a.m.
Help-A-Child will host their 11th Annual Tractor Pull with a Chili and Brisket Cook-off on Saturday, October 20th beginning at 9 a.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center. The Help-A-Child benefit is conducted by the Sulphur Bluff Masonic Lodge #246, the Sulphur Springs Masonic Lodge #221, the Hopkins Masonic Lodge #180, and the Delta Masonic Lodge #1240.
SS Main Street Uncorked holds a cause worth toasting on Saturday, October 20th
SS Main Street Uncorked is hosting a wine tasting event on Saturday, October 20th in downtown Sulphur Springs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $20 for 10 tastings.
Reilly Springs Jamboree hosts Anniversary Show
The Reilly Springs Jamboree begins its 63rd on October 20th at 6 p.m. Jacoby Smith and Moonlight Twang will open at 6pm, with Roger Reed and band backing Hannah Kirby, Zac Clifton, Alina Tatum, Don Woods, Shanna Carter, Molly ‘n Dakota and many more guests. Admission is $10 admission and is located at the Reilly Springs Community Center, 109 CR 1439 in Sulphur Springs.
Fall Festival will host its ribbon cutting celebration
The Fall Festival will host its ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, October 19th at noon on the Square in Sulphur Springs. Visit www.hopkinscountyfallfestival.com for a complete listing of Fall Festival Events.
Ribbon cuttings:
Ginger’s Photography hosted their ribbon cutting celebration
Ginger’s Photography, located at 521 Main Street, Suite 24, hosted their ribbon cutting celebration on Wednesday, October 3rd, at noon. Ginger’s Photography will be hosting their Open House on Saturday, October 13th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Reign, located at 215A Main Street in Sulphur Springs, is hosting their ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, October 5th, at noon.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Good Grief! Senior Citizens “Peanuts” Halloween Party Coming Up October 31st
Karon Weatherman, Senior Citizens Center Director, is taking reservations for the Halloween Party that will be held on Wednesday, October 31st at 11:00 AM. She says please sign up! If you do not sign up you won’t have a place to sit or anything to eat due to limits on seating and space. Only take the first 80 people to sign up can attend, so don’t miss the fun! We will be serving Cheeseburgers with all the Trimmings, Potato Chips and Chocolate Cake. We will be playing some fun games and everyone will get a Treat Bag to take home with them.
The theme is “Good Grief !! It’s a Peanuts Halloween Party”
You do not have to dress up but there will be a Costume Contest for the
Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume, Most Original Costume
and the Best All Around Costume. Please email Karon back or call her at (903) 885-1661 at let her know if you are coming.
Also, donations to the building fund for a new, more spacious Seniors Center is ongoing. Donations are welcome at the Center, 150 MLK Drive in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
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View Fall Festival’s Hay Bale Sculpture Contest Entries!
The first-ever Hay Bale Sculpture Contest is already a success, based on the number of entries! There are over two dozen sculptures entered in the new Fall Festival event. Awards will be $300 for Best of Show, $300 First Place, $150 Second Place, and $100 Third Place. Winners will be announced on Saturday Oct 27th at 2:00 p.m. at the pavilion in front of the Civic Center.
We won’t know the top entries until judging is complete and winners determined, but you are welcome to view all the entries and pick your own favorites! With questions, contact committee member Shirley Patchen at 903-885-5914. Here is the list!
Lady Cats Know What is at Stake in Competitive District
This time a set five went the Lady Cats’ way. After two home losses in five set matches to Greenville and Texas High, the Lady Cats came out on top against Royse City, 3-2 Tuesday night (October 9). The three matches illustrate how competitive the district is according to Lady Cats Volleyball Coach Justin Maness. He says both teams knew what was at stake going in.
Coach Maness says some of the Lady Cats stepped up and had one of their best games of the season. He says Kate Womack, with four service aces, positively impacted the game, especially serving in set five. Coach Maness says Womack uses a serve that rises. He says Sydney Washburn played her best match of the year and was very consistent. Coach Maness likes that Madison Vickery had an error but then came right back with a good hit.
He says the Lady Cats did some things Tuesday night that they haven’t done in recent matches. Coach Maness says Abbi Baier had several really hard hits on kills. He says she stayed late after practice Monday and he says it paid off Tuesday. Coach Maness also praises Baier for her vocal leadership on the court. He says losing in the fifth set can get into your head so he was pleased to see the Lady Cats shake that off and win a set five.
Lindale comes to Wildcat Gym Friday at 5 p.m. Coach Maness expects the pressure to be on the Lady Eagles. He says he thought the Lady Cats played pretty well in a loss at Lindale but he adds things didn’t go their way. Friday he wants the Lady Cats to get mentally prepared and win another match.
