Sulphur Springs Among 28 Sites Selected To Host The Wall That Heals In 2021
Dec10

Sulphur Springs Among 28 Sites Selected To Host The Wall That Heals In 2021

Sulphur Springs has been named as one of 28 sites across the country selected to host the Wall That Heals, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Wall and Mobile Education Center, in 2021. County Judge Robert Newsom at noon Thursday issued a proclamation announcing the honor and encouraging citizens to join the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund in continuing to pay tribute to Vietnam veterans and their families by honoring the legacy of...

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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Cooks Up Classes
Aug16

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Cooks Up Classes

Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health, 1200-B West Houston Street, P.O.Box 518, Sulphur Springs, TX 75483 903-885-3443; phone 903-439-4909; Fax [email protected] By Johanna Hicks, B.S., M.Ed., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent Hopkins County residents enjoy good food. However, many recipes we see on Facebook and other internet sites are not necessarily the...

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Easy, Breezy New Year’s Resolution By Johanna Hicks
Jan18

Easy, Breezy New Year’s Resolution By Johanna Hicks

             While eating more fruits and vegetables and parking as far away from the supermarket as possible will help improve your health in 2019, here’s a resolution that can impact the lives of others — as well as your own life.  Make a resolution in 2019 to focus on your driving and drive like you would want the person in front of you, behind you, and beside you to drive.                  On many occasions, I have found myself...

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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Test Your Knowledge By Johanna Hicks
Mar02

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Test Your Knowledge By Johanna Hicks

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Test Your Knowledge             During the past two months, I have presented programs for civic groups pertaining to Hopkins County Extension and what we have to offer.  Although our volunteers and 4-H leaders are familiar with the variety of programs, workshops, program series, and events we offer, many people are simply unaware of who we are and what we do.  So, before you read any further, take a...

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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Something for Everyone and Summer Sewing Workshop
Jun09

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Something for Everyone and Summer Sewing Workshop

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Something for Everyone Did you know that every state in the United States has an Extension Service?  Did you know that every county in Texas has Extension Agents who work with them and that some agents in smaller counties work more than one county?  Were you aware that some of the larger counties have multiple agents to cover the large territory?  How much do you really know about your Hopkins...

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Agri-Life: Say Yes to FCS!
Aug12

Agri-Life: Say Yes to FCS!

National Survey Says… No, this is not a printed copy of Family Feud, but I will be giving some interesting facts from some reliable, research-based sources.  First of all, I want to give you a brief quiz. FCS represents: 1)      Fluid Control System 2)      Family & Consumer Sciences 3)      Fat Cow Syndrome What courses are taught under the FCS umbrella: 1)      Accounting and related courses 2)      Agricultural animal nutrition...

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Snacking Your Way to Good Health by Johanna Hicks
Jan20

Snacking Your Way to Good Health by Johanna Hicks

Snacking Your Way to Good Health It’s a new year, and many people have goals to make this one healthy!  Snacks are a big part of a healthy eating plan, and if you choose wisely, snacks can help you reach your health goals.  Too often, people grab calorie-dense snacks, such as chips or a cookie, because they are hungry between meals.  However, if you plan ahead, you can have a variety of healthy and nutritious snacks ready to grab and...

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2016 Getting off to a Busy Start
Jan07

2016 Getting off to a Busy Start

2016 Getting off to a Busy Start Greetings to all!  As I was reviewing my calendar for the next couple of months, I decided it would be a good time to announce all the upcoming events that might be of interest to you.  Lots of dates, times, and places will be listed, so if you want to clip this column and post it on your refrigerator for reference, feel free to do so! Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Agents from all across the...

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