Chamber Connection March 31st, 2016 by Meredith Caddell
Chamber Connection by Meredith Caddell
Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament—April 8th @ SS Country Club…Register NOW!
Registration forms are available NOW for the 27th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament that will take place on Friday, April 8th at the beautifully redesigned Sulphur Springs Country Club. If you would like more information, please call 903-885-6515. There are several morning tee times so get your forms in NOW! Tee times are guaranteed on a first come first paid basis. We will have lots of contest holes, hole in one chances plus much more!
2016 Diabetes Series, “Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes” begins Monday, April 4th.
Don’t miss the new Diabetes Series at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, beginning Monday, April 4th. The series is only $25 and they will meet April 4th, 7th, 11th, 14th & 18th at 1:30 at the Extension Office, located at 1200 Houston Street. Pre-registration is requested. For more information, please call Johanna Hicks at 903-885-3443.
Spring Clean for the City of Sulphur Springs is April 4th – 9th 7am-7pm
55+ Health Fair, Tuesday, April 5th from 9a-Noon @ The ROC (First Baptist Church)
Stop by the ROC, Tuesday, April 5th from 9a-Noon for health information, blood pressure checks and other medical test checks. There will be over 50 vendors including Hopkins County Memorial Hospital, Nursing & Rehabilitation homes, health care agencies and so much more. Over 25 different door prizes will be given away at 11:45am!
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Sulphur Springs Antique Gallery, April 6th at Noon
Please join us for the grand opening for Sulphur Springs Antique Gallery, April 6th at Noon at 1130 Shannon Roade, E. The will have antiques, art, curiosities and more gallery. For more information call 903-569-4257.
We would like to welcome Dragon Ranch to the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce!
Dragon Ranch is a unique gem which, after many years, is now available for private stays in country guest houses as well as events – from corporate retreats to ladies’ spa days or guys’ nights out to family reunions or weddings. The ranch is a preserve for nature features fish stocked ponds and lakes, modern art sculptures throughout the property, miles of hiking trails through woods, resident animals including Zig and Zag the zebras, and one of a kind architecture made of reclaimed materials.
Dragon Ranch is located just minutes off I30 between Greenville and Sulphur Springs TX, and only 1 hour from downtown Dallas. We will be hosting an open house & ribbon cutting on April 7th from 3-6 with the ribbon cutting at 5:00. Please visit this website to RSVP! You don’t want to miss it!
http://dragonranchopenhouse.eventbrite.com
2016 Tanner Higgins Warrior Run, Saturday, April 9th at Cooper Lake State Park
The Tanner Higgins Warrior Run was created to honor the memory of Sergeant Tanner Stone Higgins, 23, killed by enemy forces during a heavy firefight while conducting combat operations in Logar Province Afghanistan April 14, 2012. The Tanner Higgins Military Memorial Fund developed from the Warrior Run event is soon to be a 501c3 non-profit organization. The mission is “To serve men and women in uniform who serve their country or community.” The offer financial and social support beyond what the government offers to men and women of service and their families.
There are many opportunities to help the Memorial Fund…you may be a sponsor…on many different levels, or you may participate in the 5K run or 1K Grunt Run. For more information, please email Patti Sells at [email protected] or visit www.tannerstonehiggins.com.
Kid’s Safe Saturday will be held at Kid’s Kingdom @ Buford Park located at the corner of League Street and Connally Street in Sulphur Springs, TX on Saturday April 9th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. We are excited to have your organization participate. Please complete the information below and return to Nancy Mumford (903-233-5228), at [email protected], or mail it to: Nancy Mumford, DFPS, 2130 Alpine Rd., Longview TX 75601. There is no fee to participate, however all participants in Kid’s Safe Saturday will need to provide the following:
- A table and chairs for your booth
- 4 packs of hotdog buns
- A fun activity for the kids to do at your booth
- Token giveaways for the kids
- 1 door prize for the kids (minimum $10.00)
- A message of safety and family wellbeing
Ribbon Cutting for The Chanler Salons, Wednesday, April 13th at 5:00pm
Renee Chanler would like to welcome everyone to their beautiful innovative new gallery of mini-salon suites, located at 468 Shannon Road. Each stylist has her own suite, so they can focus on just YOU! They provide spa, beauty and personal care! Come see one of their stylists…Renee Chanler, Mindy Bentley, Shelly Vittitow, Kory Dunnett, Misty Carr & Cami Williams. We will host their ribbon cutting Wednesday, April 13th at 5:00pm, so please stop by after work for light refreshments, beverages & wonderful hospitality! For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 903-885-3025.
2nd Annual Tennis Tournament & Fundraiser for CANHelp, Saturday, April 16th
Don’t miss this opportunity for a day of family fun. The 2nd Annual Play It Forward Tennis Tournament and fundraiser benefitting CANHelp. Proceeds from this even will allow CANHelp to continue to provide important services to the residents of Hopkins County in times of need. The even will be Saturday, April 16th at the Sulphur Springs High School Tennis Courts. All ages welcome along will all tennis skill levels. It will be round robin style doubles play. Guaranteed 3 matches & event t-shrit. They will also have a silent auction and concessions! Check in begins at 8:30 and you may pick up entry forms at CANHelp or register at www.canhelponline.org.
Women’s Strength Training & Nutrition Workshop, Saturday April 16th from 9:30-12:30
This workshop is for females of all ages and fitness levels to connect in a small group setting to discuss the benefits of strength/cardio training, body image, confidence building & nutrition. Women may also participate in a 45 minute body weight training session that includes a dynamic warm-up, modifications for anyone new to working out, cool down and breathing drills. Then, enjoy a post-workout recover shake & snack to refuel your body. There is a chance to win great prizes. The cost is only $20! This event will take place at Head to Toe Nutrition on the square at 101 Gilmer Street with Karen Sears hosting the workshop! You may drop off payment and register at 24 Hour Gym Fitness. Attendance is limited, so don’t delay!
Reilly Springs Jamboree presents Jack’s Western Swing Round Up, April 16th at 7pm
You don’t want to miss this great evening of entertainment at the Reilly Springs Jamboree, Saturday, April 16th at 7pm. Jack Phillips, along with Caroline Grace Wiseman, Abby Payne and Devon Dawson will be sure to provide a wonderful evening of Western Swing! For more information, please call Enola gay at 903-438-3568.
Poster Contest for all 5th Grade Students in Hopkins County
Deputy Kelly Wiser with the D.A.R. E. program invites all 5th graders in Hopkins County to participate in the Poster Contest, April 23rd! Topics for the posters may include illegal drugs, tobacco, alcohol, bullying, peer pressure, and/or prescription meds. All posters must be on poster board and students may use any resources on the poster. Entries must be submitted by April 23rd at 10:00am at the Sheriff’s office, 298 Rosemont Street. Awards for the best overall posters. They will also have a free hot do lunch for students. For questions, please contact Deputy Kelly Wiser at 903-438-4040 or [email protected].
Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop
The next session will be held on Saturday, May 21, from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. at the Hopkins County Extension Office. The workshop is free and engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Topics covered will be marriage expectations, communication, conflict resolution, money management, and goals & dreams. Lunch and refreshments will be provided by local businesses. Please call 903-885-3443 to reserve seats.
We would like to welcome our newest members to the Chamber of Commerce:
Bryan Slaton Campaign
1213 Cedar Cove Plaza
Royse City, TX 75189
Bryan Slaton
469-585-2686
Campaign
That’s all for now…have a GREAT week!
Meredith Caddell
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
Plant with Tumors: Crown Gall of Rose
by Mario Villarino, DVM, Ph.D. Hopkins County Extension Agent
East Texas is widely known for using roses as focal points in our gardens. After all, roses can play a significant role of any landscape but particularly the Northeast Texas landscapes. Recently, a call from a professional landscaper pointed out a disease new to me in roses: crown galls in roses. This disease is caused by a tumor inducing bacterial that causes a growing gall at the end of the rose steams.
It starts as a spherical small light green swelling around the crown of the plant. This swelling also occurs below the soil line in the roots as well as on higher branches, depending on the infection site. After that the condition can worsen and more galls can develop secondary lesions growing unevenly eventually hardening into a dark, woody masses. The galls interfere with the plant ability to transport water and food supplies, producing other symptoms such as stunting, weakness, discoloration of leaves, dieback of shoots, increased susceptibility to winter injury or secondary infection leading to wilt and eventually in severe infections death, according to the extension publication “Crown Gall of Roses” written by Kevin Ong, Extension Plant Pathologist. According to Ong, there is no cure for the problem and control managements should include planting healthy plants, avoid injuries to the plants, avoid planting the rose in previously infected soils, cleaning tools before pruning, and removal of the complete plant if needed to avoid further spreading of the problem.
For more information on this or any other agricultural topic please contact me at [email protected] or call the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443.
No Time For Boredom
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]
No Time for Boredom! Opportunities Abound!
March flew by so quickly! As I turn the page to April in my calendar, I’m amazed at the number of opportunities for individuals to be involved. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is sponsoring or partnering in many events this spring. We invite you to check out this list and contact us if you are interested in participating!
- Last call for registration for the 2016 spring series of “Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes.” This series will be held on Mondays and Thursdays, April 4, 7, 11, 14, and 18, at the Extension Office, 1200-B W. Houston Street, Sulphur Springs. Each day will cover a different topic, and guest speakers include experts in the field of diabetes management. The $25 fee, payable at the first session, covers all five sessions, materials, refreshments, and door prizes. Please call 903-885-3443 to sign up.
- 55+ Health Fair will take place on Tuesday, April 5, at the ROC (Recreation Outreach Center), 115 Putman Street, in Sulphur Springs. This is a free event, with lots of door prizes! Be sure to stop by the AgriLife Extension exhibit and say hello!
- Kids’ Safe Saturday, now in its 14th year (I think!), will take place on Saturday, April 9, in Buford Park, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free hot dots, drinks, and ice cream sandwiches will be given as supplies last. Each exhibitor will have a game or fun activity for the kids. This event is targeted toward families of children age 12 and under. Door prizes, including bicycles, will be given. Be sure to stop by the AgriLife Extension exhibit for the nutrition spin wheel game and the School Health Advisory Committee exhibit for UV bead bracelets!
- 2016 Spring Tractor Supply 4-H Paper Clover campaign will take place April 13 thru 24. By donating $1 at check-out, you will be helping the 4-H program. This is a national campaign and proceeds from the local Tractor Supply Company will go toward our Hopkins County 4-H program. We sincerely appreciate TSC and all those who have contributed in past campaigns!
- District 4-H Contests will all take place in one weekend this year (except for shooting sports and livestock judging). April 15 and 16, Hopkins County will be well represented by fourteen individuals participating in Food Show, Fashion Show and Educational presentations at Texas A&M Commerce. Congratulations to each of these fine young people! I’ll be sure to report on the results as they become available.
- Do you want to learn to maintain your own septic system? Join us at the Extension Office on Monday, May 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You must call our office to register. Cost of the training is $100. If you have questions, ask to speak to Mario.
- Beans & Cornbread supper and auction to benefit the Hopkins County 4-H Exchange trip, Wednesday, May 18, at the Sulphur Springs Livestock Auction, 1910 S. Broadway, Sulphur Springs. Approximately 16 4-H members and chaperones will be embarking on a road trip to Virginia in June upon the invitation of the Smythe County, Virginia 4-H and Extension staff. Join us around 4:00 p.m. for the festivities and help support this worthwhile cause!
- “Cooking Through the Seasons” cooking show will take place on Friday, May 20, at the ROC (Recreation Outreach Center), 115 Putman, Sulphur Springs, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Extension Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS)agents from Hopkins, Rains, and Wood Counties have put together an excellent event, featuring Chef Lyndsay Caldwell, Dietitian Kim Sellers, and of course, our FCS staff! We’ll have demonstrations focusing on New Year’s Resolutions, spring/summer produce, fall/winter baking, tablescapes for all occasions, and kitchen gadgets. Each attendee will receive color recipe cards for six complete menus (three recipes per menu!), goody bags, and sampling. Door prizes will also be given, and attendees will have the opportunity to visit exhibits. Cost is only $15. Contact our office or go to http://hopkins.agrilife.org and click on publications for the registration form.
- One of my favorite workshops to teach is “Twogether in Texas” marriage education workshop! Saturday, May 21, is the next event. It is absolutely free, and engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. The workshop will be held at the Extension Office, 1200-B W. Houston, Sulphur Springs, from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. Interested couples are asked to call 903-885-3443 to sign up.
I guess that’s enough for now! There are many opportunities coming up in June and July, especially for our Hopkins County youth (Kids’ Camp: Fun, Food, Fitness; Skills Camp; Multi-county 4-H Camp; 4-H Exchange Trip; Ultra 4-H Leadership Lab; 4-H Project Tour Day; and 4-H Day Camp, just to name a few!) For more information on these and other programs, give us a call! As part of the Texas A&M University System, we are honored to bring quality educational programs to Hopkins County!
Closing Thought
Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes – Andy Rooney
Business History Month: Hampton House Jewelry
Hampton House Jewelry is owned by a husband and wife duo on Main Street near downtown Sulphur Springs. Angela and Wes Hampton have owned several businesses in the past twenty-five years, but believe the jewelry business is their calling. Wes Hampton installed insulation for over thirty years of his life, but always had a deep interest in fossils, gemstones, and prehistoric life. Angela worked in the antique store that was located in the building where their current jewelry, and rock shop, exists for about a year and then the two purchased the building from the gentleman who ran the antique store. Angela went back to school to be a Jeweler in 2005 and has since graduated with several degrees. Wes also quit his insulation business and is now certified in Lapidary Arts, Faceting, and Casting.
Located inside the jewelry shop are many of the fossils and stones Wes has found on his expeditions. In the back room, in three cases, a Mosasaur that was excavated by Wes is on display. For sixteen years his collection was on display at Heritage Park museum with it’s own room but about a year ago it was relocated to their jewelry shop. “I believe God gave me the desires of my heart in my latter years of life and we are truly blessed. For us, this isn’t work. We enjoy every aspect of our business. I get the find the gems, cut them, and polish them while she works with our customers up front and designs where these stones go,” says Wes. In addition to creating new jewelry, the two also repair old pieces and make new things out of pieces that mean a lot to their customers. Hampton House is known for their custom work, replating jewelry, repair, restoration, and much more. Angela starts out by getting to know her customers, their style and continues working from that point. Hampton House is a “green” friendly jewelry store, they reuse what gold and gems to make your creations unique. To ensure their customers receive completely unique and quality creations the Hampton’s travel to gem shows all over the county. Both complete beautiful pieces for customers all over the United States, from New Jersey to California.
Hampton House Jewelry is located at 305 Main Street and can be found on Facebook and on their website www.hamptonhousejewelry.com.
Animal of the Week: Natasha
Natasha, who has been at the Shelter for roughly ten days, is a 4-5 month old pit mix who was found by a household that had returned from vacation only to discover two puppies outside their door. “Boris is a little retriever mix and is shorter than Natasha,” Animal Shelter Officer Barbi Blanch said. “Natasha was a tall, slender lady, so that’s how they got their names.”
The names of the two puppies come from the 1950s-60s animated cartoon Rocky and His Friends and The Bullwinkle Show. The two puppies were close friends throughout their time at the shelter. “We kept them in the same cage together and they got along,” Officer Blanch said. “They were very happy-go-lucky, and Boris got lucky and was adopted at the first off-site adoption he went to. Natasha is still looking for a home, and hopefully we can get her out of here soon.”
Natasha is predicted to remain slender and only slightly bigger in height than a regular pit. Despite the separation of her friend, Natasha continues to be a playful dog who craves attention from any people that she meets. “I think she’s actually a little happier,” Officer Blanch said. “She has the cage to herself, she has the food bowl to herself, and during the day she gets to go play with the other dogs. She enjoys being back their with the other dogs. But she definitely wants a person’s attention, because anytime someone walks by, she’s the one barking.”
In other news, construction continues on the outside kennels for the Shelter. Only the fences and gates need to be installed and a tarp placed over as a roof.
Natasha has received her first round of shots but has not yet been spayed. She is, however, old enough to be spayed upon adoption. Natasha will be in the off-site adoption this weekend Saturday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All adoptable animals will be present with the exception of two cats that will remain at the Shelter. Adoption rates for dogs not spayed or neutered is $100 and dogs that have received the operation are $50. Cats that are not spayed or neutered are $85 and cats that have received the operation are $40. The Shelter officers are offering a $50 special on the two cats currently at the Shelter together that will be kept together if possible.
“Updated” Severe Thunderstorm Watch For Hopkins County Has Been Cancelled
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS CANCELLED SEVERE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 62 AS OF 8:40 P.M. WEDNESDAY NIGHT. THE WATCH HAD BEEN IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT THURSDAY. THE WATCH WAS FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN TEXAS:
THIS WATCH INCLUDES 24 COUNTIES IN NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS
BELL CORYELL ELLIS
FALLS FANNIN FREESTONE
HILL HUNT KAUFMAN
LAMPASAS LIMESTONE MCLENNAN
NAVARRO ROCKWALL
IN NORTHEAST TEXAS
ANDERSON DELTA HENDERSON
HOPKINS LAMAR LEON
RAINS VAN ZANDT
IN SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS
MILAM ROBERTSON
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF…ATHENS…BONHAM…
CALVERT…CAMERON…CANTON…
COPPERAS COVE…CORSICANA…EAST TAWAKONI…EDGEWOOD…EMORY…
ENNIS…FAIRFIELD…FORNEY…
GLENN HEIGHTS…GRAND SALINE…GREENVILLE…
GUN BARREL CITY…HEARNE…HILLSBORO…
KILLEEN…LAMPASAS…MARLIN…
PALESTINE…PARIS…POINT…
SULPHUR SPRINGS…TEAGUE…TEMPLE…
WAXAHACHIE AND WILLS POINT.
Meth Dealer Shine Found Guilty of Three Counts of Organized Crime in Franklin County
Scott Everett Shine was found guilty of three counts of engaging in organized crime in the 8th Judicial District Court in Franklin County Wednesday afternoon. It was the third day of his trial. Shine faces 25 years to life as the punishment phase of the trial begins. The District Attorney’s office said some call Shine Franklin County’s number one methamphetamine dealer.
According to the DA’s office, the third day of trial should end the guilt/innocence phase of the trial. Should Shine be found guilty, the sentencing phase would begin Thursday.
In January, 2016 pretrial, district court records show he faced two counts of manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance over 4-grams and under 200-grams, one count of manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance under 4-grams, and three counts of engaging in organized crime. The range of activity stretched from November 2014 to December 2015.
This is not his first encounter with law enforcement. Shine filed suit against Franklin County deputy Chris Mars that went before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit with a verdict returned in February 2012. Shine’s suit against Mars was for wrongful arrest. Shine had been arrested twice, September 4 and October 28, 2008 for selling drugs. The suit was dismissed when the court found that Mars had obtained a warrant from a judicial officer after the plaintiff had been indicted by a grand jury.
Doctor’s Day At Memorial Hospital
Memorial Hospital and Clinic celebrated Doctor’s Day today by providing a luncheon to all of our providers. Doctor’s Day is March 30th.
City Spring Clean Up Week is April 4-9
Once again, City Wide cleanup will allow Sulphur Springs residents to dispose unwanted items including green waste. This year the week of April 4-9, Monday through Saturday, is the date.
Only city residents are allowed to utilize the disposal area. One must bring a water bill and driver’s license to identify as a city resident. No household hazardous materials such as batteries, paint, chemicals, refrigeration materials, and/or tires will be accepted at the disposal site, according to City Manager Marc Maxwell. Assistance will be available for the resident.
Maxwell said much of that which is disposed during the week is green waste such as brush and limbs. Residents are asked to tie down brush that is taken to the disposal site. He stated green waste would be piled up and burned.
The disposal site, the same location as past years, is located one quarter mile east of Flowserve.
