Tira News, January 27, 2017
by Jan Vaughn
Wesley Weir, son of Robert and Yvonne Weir, bowled with the “My Heroes” team on Saturday, and then he and his family had a great lunch at Redneck Café. Wesley had appointments in Dallas on Friday and Monday. Yvonne reports, “We have a new great-niece. Kaitlyn (daughter of Dana and granddaughter of Mary Helen) had a sweet baby girl this week. Her name is Avalynn.”
In honor of School Board Appreciation Month, the North Hopkins Hospitality/Restaurant Management class prepared a wonderful meal for the board members, administrators, and a few others who attended the board meeting on Thursday night. The group, including 5 students, were served by the class teacher, Dee Ann Melton and Maygan Adams, another teacher at NH. The board members and superintendent wore corsages and boutonnieres, which were made by the Floral Design Class. Everyone enjoyed the formal dinner. I want to express my appreciation to the board, and to the teachers and students who made the evening so special.
Yvonne Weir, Regina Taylor, and I met Brenda Allen at Arturo’s Wood Fired Pizza for lunch on Thursday, in honor of Brenda’s birthday. We enjoyed a delicious meal and time of visiting.
I always need and appreciate input from my friends to help keep me informed of news in our community. If you have any news pertaining to Tira residents, past or present, please contact me, Jan Vaughn, at 903-945-2190 or 903-438-6688 or [email protected].
Bingo Friday at the Senior Citizens Center
The cards were hot Friday at the Senior Citizens Center on MLK in Sulphur Springs.
“String of Pearls” Takes the Stage at Main St. Theater
How the lives of twenty-seven different women were touched by a single strand of expensive pearls is revealed in Michael Lowe’s 2005 “String of Pearls”. Spanning 35 years, the slightly dark drama documents a moving journey of love and loss as the pearls are stolen, bought, bestowed, unstrung and nearly lost for good. Content is PG-13. Portraying the array of women are local actresses Aldyn Green, Jennifer Lansou, Monica Lancaster, Laura Teer, Brooke Howard, Maryann Miller and Sadie Connor. Direction and set design is by Triston Pullen. Associate Director is Cindy Lancaster. Set building was done by David Woody and his assistant Matt. Kate Hutley assists with front of house. There are six performances total, Friday and Saturday January 27 and 28 at 8pm and Sunday January 29 at 2pm. The same schedule will be repeated the following weekend February 3-5. Tickets are $10 each available online at mainsttheater.com or at the box office. Reservations can be made by calling the Box Office at 903-885-0107. Main Street Theater is located at 227 Main Street downtown Sulphur Springs. Promoting the play on the KSST Morning Show were Aldyn Green, Cindy Lancaster and Jennifer Lansou, whose interview can be seen on the January 27 Channel 18 TV News report on ksstradio.com.
Miller Grove January 27, 2017
by Brandon Darrow
This past weekend I took a short trip to Nashville, TN. The drive was long, but worth it. I was thankful that the trip was safe and no delays in traffic. I was glad to get to see Josh Turner on Friday night and Loretta Lynn on Saturday night. Josh just barely made it on stage in time for his segment on the Ryman Auditorium stage. He said his industrial freezer at home went out and he was having to move things from one freezer to another and ended up nearly being late. The great Loretta Lynn was on stage with her sister, Crystal Gayle, at the Grand Ole Opry and the two of them ended the night with singing “Coal Miner’s Daughter” with their sister Peggy Sue.
While in Nashville, a woman’s protest was going on around one of the blocks down town. It was interesting to say the least. Some seemed to be in favor of women’s rights, others seemed to be anti-Trump, and I truly believe that some of the folks marching had no idea what they were even doing.
Homecoming was Friday night and I think that it is the first Homecoming I have ever missed since I was out of town. I want to congratulate all of the students on Homecoming Court. It is a honor to even be voted onto the court. King & Queen honors went to Luke Brignon and Candace Earp; Runners up were Trent Wolfe & Kayla Ford and Aleigh Bessonett & Noel Tellez. The remaining 2016-2017 Court were Douglas Smith, Isabella DeLong, Ashley Purser, and Reed Hewitt. I also heard that we did win in the game that night against the Sulphur Bluff Bears. Good job Hornets!
The elementary teachers and students have all moved in to their new classrooms. I know everyone is enjoying the new building. The last step is to pour the concrete parking lot on the east side of the building and everything will be complete.
My condolences to the Clark family. Doris LaVerne Clark, wife of Roger Clark, passed on Jan. 17 at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs. She and Roger have lived in Miller Grove for several years. Many of you may remember that Roger was a volunteer on Miller Grove VFD a few years ago. Funeral services were held Jan. 22 and Mrs. Clark was laid to rest on Jan. 25, at Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, two sons, and many other family members.
As you travel the highways and byways don’t forget that all roads lead back home and back to Miller Grove. Please send me any newsworthy information. My email address is [email protected].
Hopkins County 4-H Prepare for Contest Season By Johanna Hicks
Hopkins County 4-H Prepare for Contest Season
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is abuzz with activity this time of year! Not only are some of our 4-H members preparing for the Junior Market Show, but many others are beginning preparations for the 4-H Fashion Show, Food Show, Educational Presentations, Public Speaking, Share-the-Fun, Food Challenge, Consumer Decision Making Contest, and 4-H Photography Contest.
This week’s column will highlight the 4-H Photography Contest. If you have ever been in our office, you will notice a photo displayed on our wall with the caption, “These ARE my good dance shoes.” The picture depicts a young girl dressed in a white tutu wearing pink ad brown cowboy boots, standing in front of a white-washed fence. The photo, taken by former 4-H member Kaitlynn George, and won the state 4-H contest for Best of Show – Artistic Quality. Photography is a popular project in Hopkins County, and we offer three events throughout the year in which 4-H members can participate.
Registration for the District 4-H photography contest is open until midnight, February 6, on the 4-H Connect link. When registering, the first photo is $10, and only .50 for each additional photo. The three age divisions are: Seniors (grades 9-12), Intermediates (grades 6-8); and Juniors (grades 3-5). Photo categories are:
- Animals – Domestic
- Animals – Wildlife
- Catch-all
- Details & Macro
- Digital Darkroom
- Dominant Color
- Elements of Design
- Food
- Marine/Aquatic
- Nature/Landscape
- Night Photography
- People
- Plant/Flora
- Storyboard
- Theme “Reflections.”
All photos must have been taken by the 4-H member within one year prior to the entry deadline. Photos may be submitted only one time and in only category. Each member may enter one photo per category for a maximum of 15 photos.
Actual photos must be received in the District Office or the Morris County Extension Office on or before March 17. (Note: I have a conference in February and can hand deliver them to the District Extension Office in Dallas, but I must have the photos by February 13th in order to do so.) All photos must be permanently mounted on photographic mount board or a board of like thickness (foam board is acceptable.) Photos must be no larger than 8 X 10”, suitable for hanging without additional framing. Masonite, photo folders, corrugated cardboard and poster board are not acceptable.
For a full description of each category and the required label to be attached to each photo, go to the District 4 website http://d44-h.tamu.edu/event/photography. You will find all the information you need for a successful journey into the 4-H Photography Contest!
4-H Food Show and Fashion Show
These two contests have been around for years, and even though they have seen some changes in entry categories, they remain to be tried and true! In the 4-H Food Show, the 4-H member selects a category (protein, grains, fruits & vegetables, or dairy) and furnishes an entry form which includes the recipe and a brief description of their involvement in food and nutrition. On the day of the contest, the member brings the prepared dish and is interviewed by a pair of judges about the dish. After all judging is complete, the dishes are set out for display, and awards are given. Those who receive 1st place in their age division and category will advance to the District 4-H Food Show. Our county 4-H Food Show is scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, as part of the Bobby McDonald Memorial County 4-H Roundup. Also taking place that same day will be the 4-H Fashion Show, Food Challenge, and Fashion Storyboard.
The 4-H Fashion Show is another popular contest. There are actually two choices for participation – construction (the 4-H’er makes his or her outfit) or consumer buying (the 4-H’er purchases his or her outfit). A registration form is required, which includes project activities, as well as information about the garment. On the day of the contest, the 4-H member actually wears their outfit during an interview by a pair of judges. Following all judging, 4-H’ers participate in a fashion show where they model their outfit for parents, guests, and other 4-H’ers in attendance during the awards presentation. Again, those who place 1st in their age division and category advance to district competition.
Entry forms for both of these contests will be mailed to 4-H members who signed up for Foods & Nutrition, and Clothing & Textiles when they registered for 4-H. We are hoping for a good turnout! If you have any questions, please contact our office at 903-885-3443.
Closing Thought
Nothing nurtures success like a steadiness of purpose – unknown
Johanna Hicks
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Family & Consumer Sciences
1200-B W. Houston
P.O.Box 518
Sulphur springs, TX 75483
903-885-3443 – phone
903-439-4909 – Fax
[email protected]
Agriculture Pesticide Program By Mario Villarino
AGRICULTURE PESTICIDE PROGRAM: Certification scheduled for February 8, 2017
Many pesticides are regulated from product conception by the manufacturer. Traditionally, several entities (FDA, EPA, USDA and other) regulatory agencies are part of the process of reviewing, controlling or changing the regulatory status of agricultural products. Although the outcome is simple (either deciding if is regulated or not) the process is complex and lengthy. Texas relies in the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) licensing process to oversee the use of restricted pesticides over Texas. Many agricultural products are labelled as restricted according to current usage, regulations and agricultural needs. Sometimes, even products are discontinued from usage after regulatory compliance. To maintain an effective regulatory pesticide program, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension works with TDA to offer training to new private applicators to help get and maintain private applicator licensees. The involvement of extension extends to a) provide options for residents to attend the mandatory training and b) provide required Continuing Education Units (CEU) during the year. The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has contracted with PSI Services (PSI) to administer exams for agricultural pesticide applicator licensing. This is the same vendor that administers exams for structural pest control licensing. PSI has been providing credentialing and testing services to state and federal agencies, private sector businesses and professional associations for over 65 years. PSI will provide both excellent quality exam opportunities and a convenient schedule for pesticide applicators to test in 22 locations across the state. The schedule will provide more testing opportunities than previously offered.
STEPS TO BECOMING A PRIVATE PESTICIDE APPLICATOR
Step 1: Attend a Private Pesticide Applicator training session FIRST. Contact your county Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office for training opportunities. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers the Texas Private Applicator Training Course online. You will find more information at https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/index.cfm/productDetails/ProductID/2099/ or You may purchase training materials at www-aes.tamu.edu or call (979) 845-1099. Training materials are also available for sale at your local extension office.
Step 2: Upon completion of the training, a Training Verification form (D-1411) will be provided to the applicant. Applicants should keep the yellow copy for their records. The white copy (original) should be mailed to TDA with the Private Pesticide Applicator license application form(PA-400P).
Step 3: The applicant needs to obtain a hard copy of the Private Pesticide Applicator license application form (PA-400P) from TDA. (Website: www.TexasAgriculture.gov or Phone: 1-800-835-5832 or 512-463-7622).
Step 4: Submit the completed Private Pesticide Applicator application form, license fee of $100, and the white (original) copy of the Training Verification form to TDA for processing.
Step 5: When the license application is accepted, TDA will send the applicant a letter in the mail with their Account Number. This Account Number is the number the applicator will use to register and schedule the Private applicatorexam with PSI
Step 6: Applicants can go to PSIexams.com or call 1-800-733-9267 to schedule an exam at one of 22 locations around the state. The private applicator will pay the exam fee.If the applicant fails the first attempt, there is a 24 hour waiting period to take a repeat exam.oPSI will provide a confirmation number and testing location information.
Step 7: Upon completion of the exam, the center will provide test results immediately. A passing grade is 70%.
Step 8: PSI will send exam scores to TDA daily. If all licensing criteria are met, TDA will issue the license.
Important: If an applicant has any questions about licensing or categories, please contact TDA at 1-800-835-5832or 512-463-7622. PSI staff cannot provide licensing advice or information.
If you or somebody that you know is interested in becoming a private pesticide applicator, contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443 or email me at [email protected] . The training date is coming soon!.
Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran status or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating.
Mario Villarino DVM, Ph.D.
Hopkins County Extension Agent for Ag and NR
1200B Houston Street
Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482
903-885-3443
Sulphur Springs Rotary Club Recognizes Their Own
The Sulphur Springs Rotary Club held its weekly meeting at First United Methodist Church Thursday January 26th, 2017. President Neva Mohesky detailed an online membership registry for Rotary members. The registry, and an app, promotes networking within the millions of world wide members. Members can use the app when traveling and never miss a meeting.
Members with perfect attendance were also recognized. The awards ranged from 1 up to 16 years.
Perfect Attendance Award Winners.
SSMS UIL East Texas Elite Junior High Invitational Meet Results
“On Saturday, January 7th, 162 SSMS students competed in the 7th annual East Texas Elite Junior High Invitational Meet. It was held at Hallsville Junior High in Hallsville, Texas. Overall, SSMS received a 2nd place Sweepstakes trophy despite the 14 degree temperature that day. Several of our students earned medals and ribbons for earning top spots in individual and team competitions,” said Kathy Wright, SSMS UIL Sponsor. The individual results are as follows:
6th grade
Art
Melissa Lopez 1st place
Aleah Sotelo 2nd place
Micah Henderson 4th place
First place team:
Melissa Lopez
Aleah Sotelo
Micah Henderson
Kaylee Pennebaker
Calculator Applications
Aldo Ibarra 5th place
Ali Landers 6th place
Second place team:
Aldo Ibarra
Ali Landers
Nick Cantillo
Chess
Bridger Mayhew 1st place
Phoenix Capobianco 2nd place
Jonathan Richardo 3rd place
Trentin McKinney 5th place
First place team:
Bridger Mayhew
Phoenix Capobianco
Jonathan Richardo
Trentin McKinney
Dictionary Skills
Maleah Ross 1st place
Briley Vice 3rd place
Allyssa Isonhood 4th place
Maci Cote 6th place
First place team:
Maleah Ross
Briley Vice
Allyssa Isonhood
Maci Cote
Editorial Writing
Juliet Olivo 3rd place
Kierstan McDonald 4th place
Zykerra Colbert 5th place
Impromptu Speaking
Denver Wyatt 1st place
Carlos Juarez 2nd place
Miley Fisher 4th place
Listening
Jocelyn Yanez 1st place
Artesia Cheak 5th place
Kaylee Schumacher 6th place
Second place team:
Jocelyn Yanez
Artesia Cheak
Kaylee Schumacher
Rhealyn Tatum
Maps, Graphs & Charts
Adyson Leach 3rd place
Shane Mills 4th place
Mathematics
Madelyn Sherman 1st place
Second place team:
Madelyn Sherman
Jarrett Mason
Carlos Alba
Matthew Clark
Music Memory
Sallee Spraggins 1st place
Isabelle Thesing 3rd place
Ashland Hooten 4th place
Chloe Kerns 5th place
Tamiyah Rose 6th place
First place team
Sallee Spraggins
Isabelle Thesing
Ashland Hooten
Chloe Kerns
Tamiyah Rose
Number Sense
Brandon Lennon 5th place
Jack Bain 6th place
Second place team:
Brandon Lennon
Jack Bain
Reagan Massey
Oral Reading
Colbie Glenn 2nd place
Rebekah Stanley 4th place
Khira Young 5th place
Dylan Turner 6th place
Ready Writing
Aubrey Williams 6th place
Social Studies
Sean Dial 1st place
Zoe Haywood 2nd place
Keifer Williams 3rd place
1st place team:
Sean Dial
Zoe Haywood
Keifer Williams
Spelling
Angel Cruz 3rd place
Jillian Jumper 4th place
7th grade
Art
Shelby Ray 1st place
Allie Grace Woodard 2nd place
Anna Adair 3rd place
First place team:
Shelby Ray
Allie Grace Woodard
Anna Adair
Calculator
Mary Cruz 6th place
Chess Puzzle Solving
Caleb Talmage 1st place
Jessica Snyder 5th place
Brendan Fink 5th place
Second place team:
Caleb Talmage
Jessica Snyder
Brendan Fink
Dictionary Skills
Cason Foster 2nd place
Lazarrayah Johnson 4th place
Jasmine Cordova 5th place
Heather Horne 6th place
First place team:
Cason Foster
Lazarrayah Johnson
Jasmine Cordova
Heather Horne
Editorial Writing
Gage Kuykendall 1st place
Clayton Boykin 3rd place
Hannah Wilcox 5th place
Impromptu Speaking
Conner Bailey 1st place
Addison Caddell 2nd place
Tyler Holt 3rd place
Victoria Mejia 4th place
Listening Skills
Fabian Perez 1st place
Sam Wilks 1st place
Madison Martin 4th place
Logan Wilcox 6th place
First place team:
Fabian Perez
Sam Wilks
Madison Martin
Logan Wilcox
Maps, Charts & Graphs
Dylan Webb 3rd place
Griffin Crawford 6th place
Second place team:
Dylan Webb
Griffin Crawford
Carson Fenton
Mathematics
Joel Villarino 5th place
Ryker Mason 6th place
Second place team:
Joel Villarino
Ryker Mason
Matthew Sherman
Caleb Alexander
Music Memory
Savannah Lilley 1st place
Litzy Chacon 2nd place
Nate Lovelady 3rd place
Jessica Yanez 4th place
First place team:
Savannah Lilley
Litzy Chacon
Nate Lovelady
Jessica Yanez
Number Sense
Fernando Chimal 6th place
Second place team:
Fernando Chimal
Ryker Mason
Juan Hernandez
Alan Hernandez
Oral Reading
Emily Atkinson 2nd place
Cable Glenn 3rd place
Ready Writing
Hannah Wilcox 2nd place
Ben Braddy 3rd place
Harley Speed 4th place
Paige Bimmerlee 5th place
Science I
Sahib Randhawa 6th place
Second place team:
Sahib Randhawa
Scott Major
Landon Helms
Kylie Horton
Social Studies
Justin Haire 2nd place
Jose Mejia 3rd place
Jacob Semler 5th place
First place team
Justin Haire
Jose Mejia
Jacob Semler
Spelling
Dawson Carpenter 1st place
Reese Rabe 3rd place
Chad Maynard 4th place
First place team:
Dawson Carpenter
Reese Rabe
Chad Maynard
8th grade
Art
Wiley Bennett 1st place
Jackie Olivo 2nd place
Jamie Cervantes 3rd place
Kimberly Wheatcraft 3rd place
First place team:
Wiley Bennett
Jackie Oliva
Jamie Cervantes
Kimberly Wheatcraft
Calculator Applications
Justin Brantley 6th place
Chess
Dillan Blevins 2nd place
Gavin Myrdahl 3rd place
Lige Leavens 4th place
Robert Dyer 6th place
First place team:
Dillan Blevins
Gavin Myrdahl
Lige Leavens
Robert Dyer
Dictionary Skills
Mady Posey 1st place
Caroline Hurley 3rd place
Marisol Ramos 4th place
Hector Martinez 6th place
First place team:
Mady Posey
Caroline Hurley
Marisol Ramos
Hector Martinez
Editorial Writing
Aaliyah Valles 6th place
Impromptu Speaking
Raydon McCormick, 1st place
La ‘Modrick Johnson 2nd place
Hannah Schultz 3rd place
Listening Skills
Paige Daniels 1st place
Riley Wardrup 2nd place
Norrisa Lane 3rd place
First place team:
Paige Daniels
Riley Wardrup
Norrisa Lane
Maps, Graphs and Charts
Hector Martinez 4th place
Daniel Soto 5th place
Juan Andrade 6th place
Second place team:
Hector Martinez
Daniel Soto
Juan Andrade
Mathematics
Nathan Little 5th place
Second place team:
Nathan Little
Maci Swafford
Galilea Sosa
Modern Oratory
Brianna Boykin 3rd place
Emily Bocanegra 4th place
Music Memory
Gregg English 1st place
Avery Moss 2nd place
Allison Katchuska 3rd place
Maddie Holt 4th place
First place team:
Gregg English
Avery Moss
Allison Katchuska
Maddie Holt
Number Sense.
Nathan Little 5th place
Oral Reading – Poetry
Evie Cox 4th place
Maurie Flecker 6th place
Ready Writing
Kayetlyn Ricks 4th place
Trinity Sickles 6th place
Science II
Harrison Allen 1st place
Matthew Harper 5th place
Second place team:
Harrison Allen
Matthew Harper
Trinity Sherman
Braxton Hohenberger
Social Studies
Triston Steward 1st place
Grant Mohesley 5th place
Spelling
Cameron Beard 2nd place
Ayanna Thomas 4th place
Chamber Connection January 26, 2017
SAVE THE DATE!!!
It’s time for the 91st Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet! “An Evening in the Woods,” dinner and community awards will be held at the Hopkins County Civic Center on Thursday, February 16th at 6:30 p.m. Awards including Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year, Community Pride Award, Agriculturist of the Year, Large Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Educator of the Year will be presented to deserving citizens of Hopkins County. There will also be a raffle of a guided duck hunt AND a guided fishing trip that will be drawn that evening. So please join us for a beautiful “Evening in the Woods”. We look forward to seeing you there! Individual tickets are $30 and available at the Chamber of Commerce. Whole tables that seat 10 people are available for $500.
Don’t miss out on a very special first time opportunity! Raffle tickets for a Guided Duck Hunting Trip for two or a Guided Fishing Trip for two will be available for purchase. Raffle tickets are only $10 each, and may be purchased in one or both raffles. The winner will be chosen the night of the banquet, and you need not be present to win.
Grand Opening Celebration for Mahoney Oaks Retreat on Friday, January 27th
Mahoney Oaks Retreat, a brand-new retreat venue in Hopkins County, is hosting an Open House and Ribbon Cutting in celebration of their grand opening. The open house will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting will be held at noon. Mahoney Oaks is located at 5678 FM 1537 in Sulphur Springs. Please make plans to come by and explore this new venue!
4-H presents Sewing Fun Day & Food Challenge on Saturday, January 28th
4-H Sewing Fun Day and Food Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, January 28th, at 10:00 a.m. They will be making Alzheimer’s Activity Mats and easy make-and-take projects. The 4-H Food Challenge and Consumer Decision-Making practice contests will be held at 1:00 p.m. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided). All activities
will take place at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200-B W. Houston Street in Sulphur Springs. Contact Johanna Hicks at 903-885-3443 for details.
Master Wellness Volunteer Training Begins January 30th and Goes Through February 27th
This training takes place every two years, and 2017 is the year! Individuals learn about food safety, nutrition, working with diverse audiences, finding reliable resources on the web and much more. The training will be held on five consecutive Mondays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20, and 27, at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, Sulphur Springs, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Upon completing the training and passing a
certification exam, volunteers agree to give 40 hours of service by assisting the Extension Agent with programs, day camps, program preparations, health fairs, and other services. Contact Johanna Hicks at 903-885-3443 for more details.
Starbucks will host their Grand Opening Celebration on Monday, January 30th at 2 p.m.
Starbucks Coffee will host their Grand Opening Celebration and Ribbon Cutting on Monday, January 30th at 2 p.m. Starbucks is located at 1320 South Broadway Street in Sulphur Springs. They will be giving away coffee samples at the Ribbon Cutting, so please make plans to come by and welcome them to town!
Hopkins County Firefighters hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, February 4th
The Hopkins County Fire Department is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, February 4th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fire Station #20, 1286 South Texas Street. All proceeds benefit Steven Vickery, husband and father of four, who needs a transcatheder procedure and possibly a second open heart surgery or a heart transplant. Steven was a firefighter for nine years before his health forced him to retire his position.
CHRISTUS Mother Francis Hospital -SS will host Women with Heart on Tuesday, February 7th
CHRISTUS Mother Francis Hospital in Sulphur Springs, along with Advanced Heart Care, present the 2017 Women with Heart Dinner on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center. There will be a free dinner and prizes. Women with Heart is an annual program conceived to celebrate and honor women who have survived heart disease. To nominate a woman who has survived and triumphed with the help of CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-SS and Advanced Heart Care, please visit the following link. https://www.tmfhc.org/care-treatment/heart/your-heart-health/womens/women-with-heart/. If you have any questions, call Lakan Johnson at 903-438-4462 or e-mail [email protected] / Sherry Moore at 903-439-4062 or e-mail [email protected].
SS Public Library presents a Couponing Class on Thursday, February 9th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Sulphur Springs Public Library is offering a Coupon Class by Courtney Solstad on Thursday, February 9th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Library, 611 North Davis Street. The class will cover kinds of coupons, where to get coupons, how to use coupons, apps to help you save, shopping and saving without coupons, coupon ethics, retail savings, and restaurant savings. The class is free to the public, and refreshments will be served. Each attendee will have a chance to win a Family 4 Pack of Tickets to the 2017 Season of the Scarborough Renaissance Festival. For more information call the Library at (903) 885-4926 or visit the website at www.sslibrary.org.
Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, February 11th
The next Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200-B W. Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This free workshop will cover marriage expectations, communication, conflict resolution, money management, and goals & dreams. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Engaged couples who attend the workshop will be given a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Contact the Extension Office at 903-885-3443 to enroll.
Texas A&M presents Singing Cadets on Friday, February 17th at 7 p.m.
Sponsored by our local Hopkins County Area Aggie Moms’ Club, the Singing Cadets will be here in concert on Friday, February 17th. Internationally known as the “Voice of Aggieland”, The Singing Cadets are Texas A&M University’s premier men’s chorus. As the busiest collegiate choral group in the United States, the Singing Cadets take tremendous pride in spreading the great name of Texas A&M all over the world and are excited to be performing for you today. Founded in 1893, the Singing Cadets have a rich history that is full of tradition, which you will get a small taste of in the concert to be held on Friday, February 17th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Central Baptist Church, Sulphur Springs, Texas. Tickets are available from any local Aggie Moms’ Club member and can be purchased at the downtown locations of City National Bank and Alliance Bank for $5 each. All proceeds will be used to offset the cost of the concert and towards a local scholarship for students attending and/or planning to attend Texas A&M, College Station. For more information: Juli Woolley, Hopkins County Area Aggie Moms’ Club President, 512-755-4925 cell or [email protected]
SS Public Library presents a Cooking Tips Class on Thursday, February 23rd from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Sulphur Springs Public Library is offering a Cooking Tips & Skills Class by Lyndsay Palmer on Thursday, February 23rd from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Library, 611 North Davis Street. Attend this class to learn tips and tricks of the kitchen with Chef Lyndsay Palmer. She will demonstrate several ways to help strengthen your kitchen skills and help answer any of your cooking questions. The class is free to the public, and refreshments will be served. Each attendee will have a chance to win a Family 4 Pack of Tickets to the 2017 Season of the Scarborough Renaissance Festival. For more information call the Library at (903) 885-4926 or visit the website at www.sslibrary.org.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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
