PJC Holding Information Sessions on Loan Availability in the Fall
Paris Junior College will begin participating in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program starting with the 2018 fall semester. To examine and determine loan requirements, weekly information sessions will be held now through August 16 about the application process. The fall semester starts August 27.
“PJC has set up a stringent application process for the new loan program,” said PJC President Dr. Pam Anglin. “There are serious repercussions from default rates, so we’re being extremely conservative in offerings to ensure students don’t overload themselves with debt. A loan should only be taken out as the last alternative for financing a student’s education.”
The PJC sessions will provide information about the new loan process at PJC and an application packet for attending. The packet must be filled out and submitted no later than August 31 for a federal direct student loan consideration at PJC.
Weekly sessions will be held now through August 16 on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at all PJC locations. In Paris, the sessions will be in the Math and Science Building Room 101; in Room 116 at the PJC-Greenville Center; and in Room 105 at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center.
Students interested in a loan at PJC must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all required documents needed to complete the application process. For more information, contact the PJC Financial Aid Office at 903-782-0429.
Updated: “Whipped Challenge” Is New Dairy Festival Food Contest
Extension agent Johanna Hicks and her office staff and volunteers knew it was a great idea…and Saturday June 16 proved it! All eight teams of local food-minded people were hungry to win when they entered the three-round creative competition. First they attended an orientation and reminder of the rules, then the teams were turned loose to find their preparation tables. The audience included local foodies and fans enjoying the shade on the grounds of the Civic Center complex. (Video presentation below.)
The four-member teams worked together to decide their recipe, the food products needed and the cooking or mixing equipment necessary to prepare it. Once preparation time was up, teams presented their creations to the judges, for tasting and scoring.
Students from SSISD Culinary classes as well as owners and managers of local restaurants and eateries were among the contestants.
The Community Chronicle team
Who’s the “Whipped” Champ? The “Udder Chaos” team of Myra Watson, Susan Smith, Mary Ellen Hoybook and Jajan Davis. Winning in second place was the team made up of SSISD school board members, and claiming the consolation prize was the Cody Drug team.
L. to R. Myra Watson, Susan Smith, Mary Ellen Hoybook and Jajan Davis are Team Udder Chaos
Although this contest was the prototype and there were naturally some bugs to be worked out, the contest ran as smoothly as milk, everyone had a great time and there were plenty of onlookers. Naturally, as a Dairy Festival event, dairy foods ruled the day as at least two dairy products were required in every recipe turned in by the teams. All foods, supplies and equipment were provided for the teams (except knives for chopping) and quick work by volunteers kept the pantry filled and utensils washed and ready for the next round. Judges were Lyndsey Caldwell Pamer, Ben Spraggins and Barbara Palmer. Emcees were Cindy Lancaster and Tracy Fox. After the contest, Johanna and her volunteers had goodie bags for every participant filled with helpful tools and information for people who love to cook!
Organizer Johanna Hicks with Dairy Festival Volunteer Karen Roberts McCormick
Atmos Energy Conducts Controlled Natural Gas Flaring Tuesday
Atmos Energy crews and contractors will oversee a controlled natural gas flaring beginning June 19th and continuing Wednesday, June 20th from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the intersection of Hopkins County Road 2319, just east of FM 1870. It is expected to last approximately two days while the company works on a a section of natural gas pipeline in the area as part of normal, routine maintenance operations.
“Flaring” is a standard industry practice to safely burn natural gas that must be removed from a specific section of pipeline so employees can work on the pipe. People in the area will notice a large, controlled flame and moderate noise during this process. Atmos Energy employees will be on site to monitor the process as natural gas is vented into the atmosphere.
The Hopkins County Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, Volunteer Fire Departments in the area, 911 operators and city and county officials are being advised of the flaring prior to the work beginning June 19th.
For an informational video explaining why Atmos Energy performs flaring operations click, here.
Winnsboro Police Report June 11-17, 2018
Three arrests, one non-injury accident, 148 calls for service, 25 citations, and 37 warnings written occupied Winnsboro Police Department during the June 11-17, 2018 report period.
Charles Carroll, 47, of Winnsboro , was arrested June 13th on a Wood County Warrant.
Tiffany Matthew, 41, of Winnsboro, was arrested on June 13th on two Wood County Warrants.
John Caraballo, 30, of Richardson, was arrested June 16th on Multiple Municipal Court Warrants.
A two vehicle accident June 13th at Nichols and Pine Streets resulted in no injuries.
Dallas Man Fires Weapon During Assault on Hopkins County Road
Hopkins County Deputies responded to a disturbance on County Road 2437 where Jeremy Kenyaan Gipson, 26, of Dallas, had brandished a fire arm and had discharged it.
While in route, deputies were advised that Gipson had fled the residence in a white SUV. Deputies located him on FM 2966. The vehicle came to a slow stop and deputies initiated a felony takedown. Gipson was detained and the driver of the SUV gave consent to search the vehicle. A box of .380 ammo was located under the passenger seat and several rounds were missing from the box. On the side of the roadway where the vehicle had begun the slow roll before stopping, deputies found a .380 handgun and magazine.
Gipson is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair.
TAMUC Offers Summer Fun for Almost Everyone
By Laura Owens
Texas A&M Commerce is hosting their FALL New Student Orientation this summer. Students arrived on June 14th to find energetic upperclassmen who were eager to help them get started. Students experienced several informational sessions around the campus, took identification card pictures and set up accounts. The day ended with a rally in the auditorium and special interest sessions.
The day was filled with fun and camaraderie. New students were introduced to the TAMUC Mascot, Leo the Lion and the school spirit hand sign. Orientation Ambassadors -also known as the “O-Team,”entertained new students with several creative ways with skits, dance sessions and dance off competitions. Some of the speakers included: Student Government Association Representative; Grace Slayter, Dean of Students; Dr. Thomas Newsome, and University President & CEO; Dr. Ray M. Keck III.
Dr. Keck was very personable, telling students “Don’t hesitate to approach me, I like it! Getting to know you is exactly what I want.” He then proceeded to point to several students in the crowd saying, “I want to get to know you, and you, and you, and you too! Let’s all get to know each other this year!” Dr. Keck encouraged students to be
successful and to enjoy their time as they study at TAMUC.
Dez Turner, Junior at TAMUC and a Orientation Ambassador . Dez is currently pursuing a double major in criminal justice and sociology.
Kayla Green , a Orientation Ambassador loves helping others and performing in the skits at orientation.
KSST spoke with Avis Clark, TAMUC 1 Stop Shop Student Access Information Desk Receptionist, “We plan to have several Orientations this summer. Currently we are scheduled for June 21st and 22nd, June 29th and 30th, and July 5th and 6th.”
Avis Clark
There are many summer events happening at or through TAMUC :
June 16th Twin Oaks Farm for Experiential Learning (formerly known as the blueberry farm) opens at 9:00 a.m.
June 19th Finding Dory (the movie) will be showing at the MRC Pool 8:00p.m.
June 20th TAMUC Planetarium Show (Cosmic Adventure 1:00 & 2:00pm, & Dawn of the Space age 2:00pm)
June 27th TAMUC Planetarium Show (Robot Explorers 1:00 pm, & Astronaut 2:00pm)
June 28th VET NET Symposium – (Women in the Military) 8:00 a.m. in the Sam Rayburn Center, 2nd floor
July 10th Hairspray Group Trip to the Dallas Theatre Center in Dallas
July 13th TAMUC Planetarium Show (Secrets of Gravity 7:00pm)
August 11th Sundae Study Break – Ice cream in the RSC Atrium 11:00a.m.
- The University also has a full recreation center and swimming pool available most days included with the price of a gym membership.
Avis enthusiastically added, “If you would like to take classes in the Fall there is still time to sign up and attend an orientation. Just give us a call at 903 886 5000 or contact us online at www.tamuc.edu. We would love to help you get involved!”
Dinner Bell Menu For June 20th, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU
June 20, 2018
Community Partner
City National Bank
Menu:
Beef and Chicken Fajitas with traditional toppings
Pinto Beans
Seasoned Rice
Sopapilla Cheesecake
Butterscotch Pudding (no added sugar dessert)
Meal a Day Menu for June 18th-22nd
Meal A Day Menu
June 18th – June 22nd
Monday
Beef Patty with Roast Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Roll
Tuesday
Oven Omelet
Ham
Orange Slices
Blue Berry Muffins
Wednesday
Chicken Pot Pie
Pickled Beets
Broccoli
Thursday
Sour Cream Beef Enchiladas
Refried Beans
Chips and Salsa
Tossed Salad
Friday
Cheese Hamburger
Lettuce, Tomato and Onion
Pickle Spears
Pork-N-Beans
Potato Chips
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