Christmas Carolers in the Plaza
December 9, 2017 – The Dallas Goode Time Carolers traveled from the Dallas area with one traveling from as far as Weatherford to Carol around Sulphur Springs square. They caroled around the plaza going into the local restaurants around the square and performing impromptu Christmas songs. Some of the restaurants visited were: Saucy’s, Redneck Cafe, Arturo’s, Burgerland.
Knowing over 70 popular Christmas Carols this quartet took requests for favorites. They sang songs like “Hark the Herald”, “Jingle Bells”, and “We Wish you a Merry Christmas”. The carolers lit up the sidewalks as passerbys stopped to listen and enjoy the music. The Quartet was all smiles as they admired Sulphur Springs holiday decor, and saying that they loved the town aesthetic. They had exquisite costumes looking right out of an old holiday movie which matched their beautiful voices.
Second Annual Christmas Market: Major Success
By Savannah Owens
The Second Annual Christmas Market was a huge success! There were many vendors out on Main Street, selling all sorts of Christmas gift items and cute home decor items. There were creative painted signs, wooden crosses, delicious smelling roasted Christmas nuts, coffee mugs, Dog biscuits, Stockings, Knit scarves, hand warmers, and hats! There was even kids clothing, and customizable earrings and jewelry. Not to mention the adorable Christmas shirts and sweaters, ornaments, bows, bath bombs, soaps and much more!
Created by the masterminds at Two Loops and Simply Spoiled, this market was a definite stop for all your Christmas gift-list needs! Who knows? After you check off all those lucky recipients on your list, you might even find some exciting things for yourself!
Chelby Murray was manning the Raffle/Giveaway table, sponsored by all of the vendors. Each vendor donated items from their booth and Chanda from two loops and Katie from Simply Spoiled compiled them all into six baskets full of Christmas goodies! Winners will be announced from 3:30 to 4:00pm, and proceeds from the raffle go towards supporting toy drives with local churches. You can also drop off a new unwrapped toy to the booth and receive a special discount card for all your holiday shopping needs!
SmallCakes had their food trailer out; selling their yummy cupcakes and treats to all. Shoppers were bundled up in winter coats and festive Christmas Sweaters, not even a little wind could keep this party from happening!
David and Pam Morrow sold a variety of really creative Christmas decorations. She had painted wooden trees, ornaments, and a biblical painting made for “a mantle”. Pam said her favorite items was her mantle piece and her decorative sleds. The sleds take approximately 5 to 6 hours to make. Pam’s inspiration comes from events she attends and Pintrest. She enjoys traveling to markets and sharing her creations with people.
Cindy Landcaster and Tracey Fox were there with their booth “Pretty Fabulous”, selling handmade gifts and specialty items. Tracey knits and sews the cup cozies, and Cindy makes the scented loofahs. Right now this duo is raising money for Cindy to go on a mission trip to Haiti. Both of the women work, so they started this as something to do for fun, and love “visiting with people [at the markets]”. They’ve had lots of traffic and say it was a “Very profitable day”. Tracey’s favorite thing to make it her bracelets. She explained; “I love them! The more you wear them the fuzzier they get!” Cindy’s favorite loofah smells were “50 Shades and Black Tie”. They seemed to be having a lot of fun, and be sure to look for Cindy in “A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas” playing at the Main Street Theatre on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until Dec. 17th.
A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas: A Comedic Twist on the Classic Tale
By Savannah Owens
A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas follows three redneck best friends; Bill, Dave, and Jimmy as they navigate their relationships while on a hunting trip on Christmas Eve. The women: Lou, Barbie Jo, and Darlene try to stick to their normal Christmas routines while airing their frustrations about their men. The story is narrarated by a friendly traveler named Bob who arrived in the little town of Christmas and invites the audience to join him on the journey of a special Christmas.
Little do these couples know their problems are about to be solved when a Christmas Miracle finds it way into town!
Presented by the Community Players and Main St Theatre; this show is suitable for all ages with a plot that everyone can enjoy. The audience was kept laughing the entire night. The realistic caricatures provided entertainment while telling the story of Christmas in a new way. The cast was comprised of: John D’avignon, Cindy Landcaster, Shawn Deterding, Tim Karl, Sheila Armstrong, Ben Braddy, Lindsey Plumley, Kiara Stowater, and Sierra Joslin. They deliver a comedic yet heartwarming performance compiled with situational comedy to deliver a must see attraction for all!
Showtimes include December 9th-17th-Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm! Tickets are $10. To order tickets call 903-885-0107 or order on their website here. Make sure you get there early to get your seats because this show will fill up fast!
Update: City of Como Boil Water Notice
City of Como Mayor Darla Henry tells KSST News that all problems have been remedied but the city must wait until Monday to submit a water sample to a third party lab for tests. Until the test approves the city water for use, the boil water notice remains in place.
The city had issued a boil water notice through the weekend for Como residents. The Como public water system asks all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc.) Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions.
To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.
In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.
When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may no have received this notice directly . You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
Wildcats Enter Championship Game With Solid Win Over Kountze
The #13 ranked Wildcats’ basketball team is in the championship game of the Union Grove Chick-fil-A Tournament after a 71-49 win over Kountze Friday afternoon (December 8). Kountze is ranked #19 in Class 3A.
The Wildcats once again were fast starters Friday. They jumped out to a 23-7 first quarter lead and they led at the half, 41-21. The Lions used ten successful three-point shots to chip away at the lead but when the final horn sounded, the Wildcats had a 22 point win. All thirteen Wildcats’ varsity members got to play and ten of them scored points.
Keaston Willis led the way for the Wildcats with 16 points including 2 three-point baskets. Michael Jefferson added 15 points with a pair of made threes. Victor Iwuakor chipped in 14 points. Coming off the bench Bryson Lynn and Day Day Hall had 6 points each. Lynn had two three point baskets. Dedric Godbolt and Godsgift Ezedinma each had 4 points. Reserves Iverson Wade, Xavier Cork and Cameron Khan all had 2 points. Wildcats Coach Clark Cipoletta said Kountze was a very athletic team who shot the ball well.
He said the Wildcats did a good job of getting stops and pushing the ball in transition for some easy buckets early on. Coach Cipoletta said the Lions zoned the Wildcats the majority of the time. He added the Wildcats did a good job of being patient and getting high quality shots. Coach Cipoletta said the Wildcats were able to pound the ball inside early which opened up the perimeter for open three point shots. He concluded by saying he and Assistant Coach Philip Manning are very pleased with the way the Wildcats are sharing the ball and getting stops on the defensive end. He said if the players keep putting the team first, the sky is the limit for this team.
The Wildcats season record is now 12-1 and they have won five games in a row. In the Union Grove tournament championship game, the Wildcats will face Willis Saturday at 1 p.m.
Lady Cats One Step Closer to Championship at Edgewood Tourney
The Lady Cats’ basketball team got one step closer to getting in the championship game of the Edgewood Tournament with a quarter-final win over Campbell, 52-30 Friday morning (December 8).
The Lady Indians put up quite a battle after falling way behind after the first quarter trailing the Lady Cats, 15-2. The Lady Cats also led at halftime, 31-14. In the second half, the Lady Indians seemed to do a better job of avoiding turnovers and they began to cut into the lead. After three quarters, Campbell only trailed 37-26. They got to within 9 early in the fourth quarter. The Lady Cats responded and built the lead back up for the 22 point win at 52-30.
Kaylee Jefferson led the Lady Cats with 16 points. Autumn Tanton added 14 points and Sadavia Porter had 12 points. Danielle Godbolt scored 8 points and Te’Arria Rose scored 2 points. The Lady Cats won despite struggling with their shooting. They hit 21 of their 57 shots for a so-so 37%. That included 0 for 7 from behind the three-point arc. However the Lady Cats were a perfect 10 for 10 from the free throw line.
The Lady Cats got 24 steals. Tanton was the team’s top rebounder with 8. Jefferson and Godbolt had 6 rebounds each. Four of both Tanton’s and Jefferson’s rebounds were offensive rebounds. The Lady Cats improved their season record to 10-2. They have won four games in a row.
Next in the Edgewood Tournament, the Lady Cats will get a rematch with Gilmer in a semi-final game Saturday at 10:40 a.m. The Lady Cats defeated the Lady Buckeyes, 46-34 in the Winnsboro Hoopfest on November 30. The Edgewood Tournament Championship Game will be played Saturday at 5:20 p.m. The Lady Cats won the tournament last year defeating Campbell in the final game. A third place game will take placeSaturday at 4 p.m.
VFW Post 8560 Makes Donation to Meal A Day
Karon Weatherman receives a $250 donation to Meal A Day from Ed Oetting, Quarter Master of VFW Post 8560.
Skywarn Storm Spotter Training in Emory, January 22, 2018
A SkyWarn class will be offered in Emory at the Emory City Center January 22, 2018. The event begins at 6 p.m. January 22, 2018.
The United States is the most severe weather-prone country in the world. Each year, people in this country cope with an average of 10,000 thunderstorms, 5,000 floods, 1,200 tornadoes, and two landfalling hurricanes. Approximately 90% of all presidentially declared disasters are weather-related, causing around 500 deaths each year and nearly $14 billion in damage.
SKYWARN® is a National Weather Service (NWS) program developed in the 1960s that consists of trained weather spotters who provide reports of severe and hazardous weather to help meteorologists make life-saving warning decisions. Spotters are concerned citizens, amateur radio operators, truck drivers, mariners, airplane pilots, emergency management personnel, and public safety officials who volunteer their time and energy to report on hazardous weather impacting their community.
Merry TUBACHRISTMAS Saturday at Texas A & M-Commerce Music Building
COMMERCE, TX—Over 50 area tuba and euphonium players will present the ninth annual Commerce Merry TUBACHRISTMAS concert on Saturday, December 9th. The performance has been moved to 12 p.m. at the Music Building at Texas A&M-Commerce, conducted by A&M-Commerce Professor of Tuba and Euphonium, Dr. Jeff Baker.
TUBACHRISTMAS was conceived in 1974 by Harvey Phillips as a tribute to his teacher and mentor William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902.
The music performed will be from Carols for a Merry TUBACHRISTMAS, which is featured at all official Merry TUBACHRISTMAS concerts.
“This will be a festive event that is family-friendly and guaranteed to put a smile on everyone,” said Dr. Baker.
The concert, free of charge and open to the public, is presented by the Texas A&M University-Commerce Music Department and the Harvey Phillips Foundation. TUBACHRISTMAS concerts are performed annually in over 200 cities throughout the world. Persons of all ages who play the tuba, sousaphone, euphonium, or baritone horn are cordially invited to perform in this concert.
The Harvey Phillips Foundation focuses special attention on musical instruments not ordinarily the object of other support. The Foundation facilitates its goals by providing scholarship assistance to selected established institutions which offer academic and music performance training.
Registration is from 10:15-11:00 a.m. and will be followed by a music rehearsal from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The registration and rehearsal will take place at the Texas A&M University-Commerce Music Building. Participants should dress in accordance with the prevailing weather conditions. The registration fee for participants is $10.00 and music books may be purchased at registration for $20.00.
