Hopkins County Hospital District Board Recommends Lower Tax Rate, Reviews Finances
Hopkins County Hospital District Board of Directors in their regular meeting Thursday evening recommended a tax rate for the 2022-2023 tax year that is roughly 2.5 cents less than the current tax rate and reviewed finances. Proposed Tax Rate The hospital district’s tax rate was 25-cents for several years. The tax rate decreased to 22-cents per $100 property valuation. The most it could be without having to have voter approval...
95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Of Commerce Membership Banquet Awards
More than a dozen awards were presented Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, during the 95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet to those who’ve made a big difference in Hopkins County over the past year and some businesses that have continued to provide exceptional service and a positive impact on the community. 95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Of Commerce Membership Banquet Awards, Feb. 17, 2022 Chamber...
Hopkins County United Way Within $40,000 Of Goal, With 1 Week To Go In 2021-22 Campaign
Hopkins County United Way 2021-22 campaign workers received another $25,158.42 in campaign donations and pledges over the last week, increasing the total collected after the fifth week of the campaign to $110,441.57. That’s leaves a little over $39,500 still to go if HCU to meet the $150,000 campaign goal to benefit 18 local non-profits. HCUW Campaign Chair Kristy Moseley encourages those who still have donation packets out, to...
Construction Of New EMS Station Hits Snag, But Continues Making Progress
Whitley: Medicaid Waiver, Pandemic Impact Hospital District Budget But Overall Tentative Audit A “Great Report” Construction of the new EMS station/hospital district headquarters on Airport Road is progressing but did hit a snag recently, EMS and hospital district officials reported this week during the regular meeting of Hopkins County Hospital District. An outside auditor also noted that while things are looking much...
HCHD Breaks Ground On New Headquarters, EMS Station
Hopkins County Hospital District and EMS broke ground Thursday morning at the site of what will become a new HCHD headquarters and EMS Station, marking what HCHD COO and EMS Director Brent Smith calls a milestone for Hopkins County EMS. Groundbreaking ceremony for a new Hopkins County Hospital District headquarters and EMS station to be constructed across Airport Road from the hospital and current EMS/HCHD facilty. Approximately 30-40...
Hospital District Budget Workshop Scheduled; Officials To Seek Financing For New EMS Station
At an Aug. 12 meeting, Hopkins County Hospital District Board of Directors Wednesday heard a 2-month financial report, took another step toward construction of a new EMS station and consulted with an attorney during an executive session. Hopkins county Hospital District Board of Directors Aug. 12, 2020 meeting EMS Station The hospital board at the Aug. 12 meeting gave HCHD Board President Kerry Law and HCHD CEO Folwell the OK to...
Chamber Announces Winners of the 49th Annual Hopkins County Stews
World Champion Hopkins County Stew Contest winners include: Campsite Campsite and costume winner this year was site #73 Seth Bollinger, Zac Minter sponsored by Atmos Energy. Their $200 prize was provided by Super Handy. Honorable Mention: Campsite/Costume: M-B Wade Juarez, Anida Reed Sponsored by Diamond Bar J. Super Campsite The John Chester Award for Super Campsite winner was site #7 Chris and Scarlett Gibbins sponsored by...
Chamber Connection June 14, 2018
We had such a wonderful time at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Homemade Ice Cream Freeze-off! I would like to extend an extra special thank you to our sponsors for Ice Cream. We wouldn’t be able to host this traditional event without YOU! TRIPLE DIP Sponsors: Sulphur Springs Dodge, Fire in Texas, Alliance Bank/Alliance Financial/Galyean Insurance, Martin Marietta Ready Mix Concrete. DOUBLE DIP Sponsors: Phinesse’ Farm...
1st Annual SSISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament at the Sulphur Springs Country Club
On this wonderful summer day at Sulphur Springs Country Club, 18 teams are playing at the 1st Annual SSISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament. The purpose of the SSISD Education Foundation is to provide funds to increase student achievement, promote skill development of all students, support and recognize professional excellence endeavors, and to expand community and alumni involvement from individuals, businesses, and civic...
Foundation Endowment Established
[pb_vidembed title=”” caption=”” url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXfd_T_dJVM” type=”yt” w=”640″ h=”480″] Thursday, October 23, 2014, Guaranty Bank & Trust – The Health Care Foundation board of directors are thrilled to announce the establishment of the “Leaving a Legacy” endowment fund. A check presentation will be made Thursday, October 23, 2014 at...
