Power Outage Reports in Sulphur Springs
Thousands remain without power as Oncor struggles to restore power to homes. Oncor has been notified of all instances of outages throughout the town, currently the restoration time is unknown. Oncor crews are diligently working to restore power as quickly as possible to all customers.
For more informations visit https://stormcenter.oncor.com/
Winter Cleanup Soon Begins
February 1, 2023 – Blocked roads, downed power lines, and sheets of ice persist in Hopkins County and across Texas. The storm isn’t completed over either. Rain and freezing temperatures will continue for the next 24 – 36 hours. Temperatures may not climb above freezing until Friday. When it does, areas that received up to 3 inches of accumulation will instantly turn to a frigid swamp.
ONCOR crews have been working across the state to get the power back on. Limbs, trees, and even the weight of the ice itself caused the bulk of power problems. We we lucky in Hopkins county that the wind did not blow harder, and cause even more damage. As of Wednesday morning, several thousand residents of Hopkins County were without power.
Tough decisions will need to be made on some tress wounded by the storm. Initially breaking up the limbs and making paths will be the order of the day. The City of Sulphur Springs will open the ‘Spring Cleaning Site’ by Flowserve this weekend. Residents with proof of address will be allow to dump trees and limbs. Dropping off will be the easy part of that operation.
Most non-essential City and County services are closed today. The majority of business are also closed for several reasons and to keep their employees off the roads and safe. Expect a more normal Winter day on Friday.
Thousands Without Power in Hopkins County
Weather woes continue as thousands are without power in Hopkins County area. Although electricity crews continue to work on downed power lines, they still need customers to report outages.
Oncor customers: To report an outage text OUT to 66267, use the MyOncor app, or select “Report an Outage” located above the map. You may also call 888-313-4747 to report your outage. You can also click on this link: https://stormcenter.oncor.com/
FEC Customers: Call 903-455-1715 or use this link to contact Farmers’Electric Cooperative https://farmerselectric.coop/outage-center/
Sulphur Springs City Wide Cleanup Site Opening
Starting Saturday Feb. 4th and continuing through Feb. 11th the spring cleanup site will be open for Sulphur Springs city residents only. bring proof of residency through a water bill or goverment approved ID for proof of residency, located just east of Flowserve the site will be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., tree limbs and tree trunk only.
Chamber Connection – Feb. 1, 2023
Act now if you would like a table or tickets to the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s
annual Membership Banquet. There are a limited number still available.
We will celebrate Hopkins County at the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet on Thursday,
Feb. 16, with a theme of “A Night at the Gallery.”
Art work from local artists, including professionals, amateur artists and high school students,
will be displayed and much of it for sale.
Social networking and a cocktail hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with food service at 6:30, and awards
beginning at 7 p.m. at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center.
You can reserve your seat for $30 per person or get a table for 10 for $500. The tables include
preferential seating and name displays, as well as video recognition at the banquet. Tables are
almost sold out!
Awards to be announced include Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year,
Educators of the Year, Large and Small Businesses of the Year, Outstanding Agriculturalist
Family, Growth and Renewal Award, and Community Pride Award.
For more information, call the Chamber at 903-885-6515 or email [email protected].
DIY Wedding Expo
The East Texas DIY Wedding Expo, hosted by Frosted Whimsy, is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m.
March 18 at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Vendors spots are available, startin at $150.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Opening
Werry Pools will host a ribbon cutting at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Chamber office.
Please welcome them to the business community.
Eclipse Meetings Rescheduling
Jan. 31, 2023- Due to the weather, the Eclipse meetings set for the Jan. 31st and Feb. 1st will be postponed, and will resume on Thursday. Please make any and all of the meetings in which you are interested.
The new schedule is:
Entertainment and Lodging — 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2
Administration and Planning – 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3
Events – 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 6
Marketing/Community Engagement – 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7
Safety and Logistics (infrastructure) – 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8
FBC Sulphur Springs-All Wednesday Night Activities for February 1st, 2023 Cancelled
FBC Sulphur Springs has cancelled all Wednesday night activities for February 1st, 2023.
Meal-A-Day Cancelled for Wednesday February 1, 2023
Meal-A-Day will NOT be operating Wednesday, February 1, 2023 due to continued winter weather conditions. The Meal-A-Day program believes the safety of our volunteers and partners are of the utmost priority to allow us to continue to serve the community. We look forward to our return to service.
Thank you for your continued time and support!
Stay safe and stay warm!
Amanda Dietlin Sulphur Springs Meal-A-Day Director
Phone: (903) 689-1087
Email: [email protected]
Sulphur Springs Police Public Safety Announcement
The condition of the roads in Sulphur Springs, due to ice forming on the roadway, on the trees, and power lines, is becoming more dangerous for drivers.
Unless you absolutely have to be out in this weather, please stay home or elsewhere and off the roadways. Roads have been blocked by falling trees and power lines.
Miller Grove ISD Cancellation
Wednesday 2/1/23- Due to the continued inclement weather, Miller Grove ISD has cancelled school for Wednesday, 2/1/23.
