North Hopkins Beta Club Gets Busy!
North Hopkins Beta Club members who volunteered for Trunk or Treat at Cooper Lake as a service project are Wyatt Wharton, Campbell Wyatt, Amy Sprague, Teagan Brantley, Cooper Adams, Thea Patterson, Faith Wheeler, Ryan Reed and Evan Lewis.
The North Hopkins Beta Club has been in full swing over the past few months. The club has inducted over 25 new members, bringing their total membership to a little over 50 members. They also inducted new club officers:
President: Mary Brown
Vice President: Christian Matlock
Secretary: Victoria Wilburn
Treasurer: Aaron Stanley
Historian: Sheyenne Mitchell
The club has participated in various volunteer work such as the M.O.M. (Ministering our Military) project, collecting over 2500 personal needs items for active service men and women. Members also worked booths at the Hopkins County Fall Festival. This is the group’s first year to participate in the Trunk-or-Treat at Cooper lake.
The club also have had many fundraising events. They worked the NH Fall Carnival Concession Stand and did the annual coke orders. They are starting a new tradition, “Block the Door”, a canned food drive with a twist. 7th-12th grade will compete to collect the most canned goods. At the end of the event, grades will see if they collected enough cans to block in a teacher’s door of their choice. North Hopkins Beta Club’s year is very bright and eventful.
Maxwell Receives Texas Downtown Association’s Professional Excellence Award
Wednesday during their annual meeting in central Texas, The Texas Downtown Association presented Sulphur Springs City Manager Marc Maxwell the Susan H. Campbell Award for Professional Excellence. It is the top award presented by the Association.
Maxwell said he was honored to be recognized for the development of downtown Sulphur Springs. Maxwell credits a book, The Art of City Making, for the drive behind the local downtown development. He stated that a city should not experience their city in only a physical way but in an emotional way as well. He said they should feel an attachment to their city and love their city. He stated that when he read that philosophy, he immediately thought, “If you love the people, make the magic.” He said creating the magic has been the endeavor with all that has been done downtown from the flowers, glass bathrooms, to silly crosswalk signs and other items of note.
Maxwell credited a cooperative city council that may disagree but always works together and personally remain friends. He stated the city staff also fills their role with consistent effort to meet the needs in developing a positive city environment.
Maxwell said that filling the buildings is the next step downtown but now planning will expand from the downtown area. The city’s comprehensive plan will soon be reworked. He said public involvement is the key to expanding the plan for the city. He believes the downtown area has assisted in developing a better self-image for the city.
Shotgun Discharged During Assault
Hopkins County Deputies were advised that a weapon was involved in a disturbance on FM 71 West Wednesday. When they arrived and began their investigation, they found that James Michael Janway, 61, had displayed and discharged a shotgun during an assault on his nephew.
Janway is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Aggravated Assault Family with a weapon and is being held on a $75,000 bond.
Chamber Connection November 10
Chamber Connection-November 10th
Back by popular demand!!! The Chamber is taking orders for our “Do the Stew” t-shirts and hoodies. For the first time, we sold out of stew t-shirts within hours of offering them. If you loved the t-shirt or hoodie, please call the Chamber at (903) 885-6515 to place your name and size on the list. T-shirts are $10, and hoodies are $25. This will be the last chance to get a “Do the Stew” t-shirt!
Janeen’s Country Cottage celebrated 25 years of business on Tuesday, November 8th Janeen’s Country Cottage hosted a ribbon cutting and open house at 630 N. Davis Street in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday, November 8th from noon to 2 p.m. to celebrate 25 years of business.
Janeen’s Country Cottage celebrated 25 years of business on Tuesday, November 8th
Janeen’s Country Cottage hosted a ribbon cutting and open house at 630 N. Davis Street in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday, November 8th from noon to 2 p.m. to celebrate 25 years of business! What an exciting time for Janeen’s Country Cottage!
Veteran’s Day Ceremony will be held on Celebration Plaza Friday, November 11th at 11:00 a.m.
All veterans, their families and the community are invited to a Veterans Day ceremony Friday, November 11 beginning at 11:00am at Celebration Plaza in downtown Sulphur Springs. Veterans Day is an important day in the life of our community and country, and it is appropriate to spend time to thank the men and women that are serving and have served our country. Hopkins County is fortunate to welcome Retired Colonel James “Jim” Ray as our guest of honor and speaker. Colonel Ray served in the United States Air Force and was a prisoner of war in Vietnam. Colonel Ray has received numerous honors including 2 Purple Heart medals, and The Legion of Merit. In addition, members of the Sulphur Springs High School band will perform patriotic music and the Hopkins County Marine Corp and Military Coalition will conduct military procedures.
Stinson RV Resort will host a ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, November 11th at noon
Stinson RV Resort is hosting a ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, November 11th at noon. They are located at 3641 East 1-30 in Campbell, Texas. Their park is family built, owned and operated. They offer 75 pull through sites with black asphalt pads, 30/50 AMP service, full hook-ups for water, sewer, and electric, Wi-Fi internet, general store, bathhouse/laundry facilities, and a three-acre pond for catch and release. Please make plans to attend this celebration on Friday at noon!
11th Semi-Annual History by Foot with John Sellers will be held on Saturday, November 12th at 9:30 a.m.
The Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance presents the 11th Semi-Annual History by Foot with John Sellers on Saturday, November 12th at 9:30 a.m. at City Hall in Sulphur Springs. This is a walking tour of downtown Sulphur Springs that will give the history of historical buildings, landmarks, and homes near downtown. The walk will start at City Hall and the cost is $10. Please make reservations by calling City National Bank at (903) 885-7523.
Hopkins County presents an Adopt-A Cop Celebration on Sunday, November 13th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Hopkins County proudly presents an Adopt-A-Cop event on Sunday, November 13th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Celebration Plaza in Sulphur Springs. Hamburgers, hotdogs and special music by the Tyler Lenius Band will be provided. This event is the time to celebrate the arrival of our officer’s new tactical vests which were provided by the community. Please make plans to join this event and celebrate in backing the blue.
AgriLife Extension is hosting the 2016 Earthkind Living Conference on Friday, November 18th
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is sponsoring the 2016 Earthkind Living Conference on Friday, November 18th at First Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs. Registration is open from October 10th to November 10th with admission prices being $25. After November 10th, and on site, tickets will cost $35. This conference will introduce consumer, producers, and volunteers to Earth-Kind Living, a balanced system using university research proven techniques for quality living, environmental stewardship, and overall well-being. For more information and to register, visit https://agrilife.org/earthkindliving.
Gifts of Love are available for adoption at the Chamber until December 2nd, 2016
LCHRC Meals on Wheels and RSVP have brought their Gifts of Love that are up for adoption to the Chamber of Commerce. Gifts of Love sends Christmas gifts to homebound seniors. Please come by the Chamber and pick out a card of a senior in need. Wish list items are listed on the cards, and all gifts must be returned by December 2nd.
6th Annual Turkey Trot scheduled for Thanksgiving Day on Celebration Plaza
Get ready to make room for your Thanksgiving meal by participating in the 6th Annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 24th, on Celebration Plaza. The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 8 a.m. with a $30 entry fee. The 10K Run will also begin at 8 a.m. with a $40 entry fee. Pace for the 10K is 12 minutes per mile. There is also a Kids Fun Run at 7:30 a.m. for ages 10 and under. Entry fee for the Fun Run is $5. Register at Fieldhouse Sports by November 12th to guarantee your t-shirt. Packet pick up is scheduled for Wednesday, November 23rd, at the ROC from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Divorce Care held weekly at First United Methodist Church at 6:00 p.m.
Divorce Care is a weekly seminar and support group that will help you heal from the hurt of divorce or separation. It’s a warm, caring environment led by people who understand what you are going through. You will learn practical information that will help you deal with the challenges of being divorced. Best of all, you will gain hope, healing, and help for your future. Divorce Care Meets every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 beginning on October 5th at the First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs in the Open Door Sunday School Classroom. This is found in the basement of the main building. There is childcare if needed. They will meet for 14 weeks with one week of a special session entitled “Surviving the Holidays”. This is scheduled for November 16th. Contact information is Tom Young at [email protected], (903) 413-1673 or Debbie Young at [email protected]; (903) 243-1235.
Welcome to the newest member of the Chamber of Commerce, B&T Kirkpatrick Camping/Survival Foods of Como. We are happy to have you!
Lezley Brown
President/CEO
Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce
300 Connally Street
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
903-885-6515-office
903-885-6516-fax
www.sulphursprings-tx.com
School News from Hopkins County
North Hopkins ISD Superintendent Darin Jolly announces that military veterans are invited to be honored at a breakfast in the school cafeteria on Friday November 11 starting at 8:30am.
SSISD will salute the veterans on Friday November 11 with a reception for veterans and spouses at 12 noon in the SSHS Library, followed by a program for the public at 1pm in the school gymnasium.
The Sulphur Bluff Beta Club recently donated 73 items during a service project for Can Help’s Coat and Blanket Drive. Beta Club officers are Reporter Harrison Fite, President Katie Allen, Vice President Jaden Goldsmith and Secretary Turner South.
SSHS Theatre Arts Department will perform a musical “Into the Woods” in 4 performances November 17-20. For tickets, inquire at SSHS 903-885-2158
North Hopkins FFA Chapter members attending a Leadership Development Event on November 4 placed in several areas, and several will advance to Area competition, facing 11 other FFA chapters.
**Advancing to Area: Public Relations, 2nd PlaceSamuel, Rachel, Ryan Reed, Carli Withrow**Advancing to Area: Senior Creed, 3rd PlaceBreeanna Hicks**Advancing to Area: Jr. Conducting, 2nd PlaceSavannah Nix, Jessica Garcia, Wyatt Mitchell, Brennan Hicks,Ashley Aguilar, Alyiah Snyder, Lucas Pinson, Madison Joslin**Advancing to Area: Sr. Conducting, 2nd PlaceAmy Sprague, Ryan Reed, Faith Wheeler, Breeanna Hicks,Wyatt Wharton, Haley Timko, Sydney Bell**Advancing to Area: Sr. Quiz, 3rd PlaceSheyenne Mitchell, Mary Brown, Aaron Stanley, Skyler Swann**Advancing to Area: GH Quiz, 3rd PlaceSavannah Nix, Jessica Garcia, Lucas Pinson, Brennan HicksRadio: 10th placeAmy Sprague, Faith Wheeler, Rachel StanleySr. Skills: 5th placeConnor O’Bryan, Blane Hocutt, Colton Faulks, Sheyenne MitchellThe PTO of Como-Pickton CISD plans a “Personal Safety and Defense Night” on Tuesday November 29 from 6-7:30pm. A Hopkins County peace officer will present safety tips and information on “refusing to become a victim” at home and away during the Christmas shopping season….a local computer expert will provide safety training on Internet/Cyber safety for adults and children…and a demonstration of basic defense will be offered by a representative of a local Jui Jitsu facility. There will also be opportunity to win door prizes and Eagle Bucks. Families are especially invited to attend.
Man Sentenced to 35 Years for Eighth DWI
In Eighth Judicial District Court Wednesday afternoon, Isiaah Alberty,59, was sentenced to 35 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Alberty was found guilty of Driving While Intoxicated 3 or more conviction. It was his eighth conviction for the charge.
Matt Harris, Assistant District Attorney, tried the case for the state. The sentencing hearing began at 9 a.m. Wednesday and concluded in late afternoon.
New Family Nurse Practitioner Joins Christus Trinity Clinic
Travis Weis is a seven-year Family Nurse Practitioner who is joining the staff of Christus Trinity Clinic in Emory, Texas. As an addition to the Pediatric practitioners already there, Weis will serve patients of all ages from babies to senior citizens. He has been practicing as an FNP for the past several years in a rural health clinic in Elko, Nevada. Weis, his wife and four school-age children now make their home in Sulphur Springs. He is accepting new patients at the clinic at 650 Lennon Street in Emory, Texas. The clinic will host a welcome reception on Tuesday November 15 from 3:30 til 5:30pm with hot dogs and soft drinks. Local families are invited.
TRAVIS WEIS, FNP VISITS THE KSST MORNING SHOW WITH SHERRY MOORE, MARKETING DIRECTOR AT CHRISTUS MOTHER FRANCES HOSPITAL IN SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS
Veterans Day in Hopkins County
According to history.com, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities was declared between the Allied Nations and Germany in the First World War, then known as The Great War. Commemorated as Armistice Day the following year, November 11th became a legal federal holiday in the United States in 1938. In the aftermath of World War II and the Korean War, Armistice Day became Veterans Day, a holiday dedicated to American Veterans of all wars. Veterans and the public are welcome to attend, free of charge, any of the Veterans Day observances planned around the local area.
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 8560 ON VETERANS DRIVE IN SULPHUR SPRINGS will hold a memorial ceremony at the flagpole at 11am. Afterward, everyone is invited inside for a program by speaker Clay Harris and free stew lunch inside the Bingo hall. Students in second-grade classes at Travis Elementary will attend and will present each veteran with a rose.
VETERANS PROGRAM AT THE VETERANS MEMORIAL ON CELEBRATION PLAZA will take place at 11am. Speaker will be Retired US Air Force Colonel James Edwin Ray of Brownsboro, Texas who will share his story of seven years captivity in North Viet Nam from 1966 until 1973, and his decision to remain on active duty until his retirement in 1990. Ray frequently accepts invitations to speak about military service and citizenship duties and his appreciation for the Constitution of the United States.
VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION AT SULPHUR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL invites all Hopkins County veterans, current service members and spouses for a reception at 12 noon in the SSHS Library. The public is invited to a program starting at 1pm in the SSHS gymnasium with special performances by the band and various guests. Parking will be in the teacher and student parking lots.
NORTH HOPKINS ISD VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST RECEPTION will honor military veterans in the school cafeteria at 8:30am on Friday November 11, 2016.
“SALUTE THE VETERANS” BBQ COOK-OFF BENEFITING WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT will take place Saturday November 12 on the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center grounds. Disabled veterans and active duty military as well as children under age 5 will be admitted free, kids under 11 $5 and adults $10 each for all-you-can-eat BBQ. There will also be horseshoe tournaments, live music and auctions.
S.A.V.E. (SOLDIERS AND VETERANS ENJOYED) invites veterans and the public to Celebration Plaza at 10am Saturday November 12. The free family-fun event was inspired by and will be hosted by the family of a local first-grader who wanted to do something nice for the soldiers she had heard about.
