Achievement Banquet Honors 4-H’ers with Gold Star Award, Scholarships and Volunteer Recognition
Aug25

Achievement Banquet Honors 4-H’ers with Gold Star Award, Scholarships and Volunteer Recognition

Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsome with 4-H students honored at the Achievement Banquet Each year, the Achievement Banquet honors Hopkins County 4-H students who have excelled in their chosen areas of interest during the past 12 months. Now, just as a new 4-H enrollment year is beginning, these students were recognized for hard work and success during 2020/2021.  All five 4-H clubs of Hopkins County had a number of students...

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Beverley, Bill Owens To Co-Chair Hopkins County United Way 2019-20 Campaign
Jun05

Beverley, Bill Owens To Co-Chair Hopkins County United Way 2019-20 Campaign

Hopkins County United Way’s new board members, 2019-20 campaign co-chairs and theme, budget and allocations committee were announced Wednesday, June 5. Lifelong Hopkins County residents Beverley and Bill Owens were announced Wednesday as the co-chairs for Hopkins County United Way’s 2019-2020 fundraising campaign. “I am very excited for Bill and Beverley this year. We are here to be your support group. If you need...

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Merry Christmas from the Extension Staff By Johanna Hicks
Dec21

Merry Christmas from the Extension Staff By Johanna Hicks

               Christmas is a joyous time for reflecting on the birth and life of Jesus, and how we are impacted by the ultimate gift He gave us.  One of my favorite family traditions is that of pulling out a collection of Christmas books, mostly children’s books.  I remember growing up in Cleburne, TX, sitting on my daddy’s lap as a child, listening as he read story books to my family....

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Planning to Say “I Do?”  Don’t Miss This! By Johanna Hicks
Feb02

Planning to Say “I Do?”  Don’t Miss This! By Johanna Hicks

Planning to Say “I Do?”  Don’t Miss This!                Hopefully, you have read or heard about the Twogether in Texas Marriage education workshop.  This event only takes place three times each year, but the benefits are huge!                Twogether in Texas is recognized by the state of Texas as being an important part of helping couples have a successful marriage.  As a matter of fact, engaged couples who complete the workshop...

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Achoo!  Cover That Sneeze! By Johanna Hicks
Jan19

Achoo!  Cover That Sneeze! By Johanna Hicks

Achoo!  Cover That Sneeze!                 I hope you aren’t getting tired of hearing about the flu and cold season.  It is real, and it is upon us!   As my husband knows, every time I see people cough or sneeze into their hands, I cringe.  What makes it even worse is when they open a door or touch something with the same hand that others will be touching.  That’s one way germs are spread! Know the Numbers: 90 (ninety) miles per hour...

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Mom, What Do You Do? By Johanna Hicks
Jan05

Mom, What Do You Do? By Johanna Hicks

Mom, What Do You Do?                 Recently, I had an eye-opening experience.  Our family was dining at a local restaurant, and we were discussing school, athletics (our daughter, son and daughter-in-law are all employed with the Sulphur Springs ISD), movies, and work projects.  My son commented that he knew that I taught diabetes education, nutrition, and sewing, but said, “Mom, what DO you do?  Your job is confusing!”...

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Chamber Connection August 3, 2017
Aug03

Chamber Connection August 3, 2017

I’m so excited about the upcoming 2nd Annual Chamber of Commerce Photography Contest!  Let me review the basics.  Anyone of any age can enter as we have a children’s category.  The picture must be newer than January 1, 2015, and must have been taken in Hopkins County. The contest will be open from August 1st to August 31st.  There are seven categories you may enter: Natural World, Travel, People, The Hopkins County Experience, Altered...

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Chamber Connection July 27, 2017
Jul27

Chamber Connection July 27, 2017

The deadline is almost here!  It’s time to turn in your t-shirt designs for the 48th Annual Stew Contest!!!  The Chamber will be accepting submitted designs from Monday, July 17th through Monday, July 31st.  The submitted entries will be voted on by the Chamber Board of Directors, and the winner will be announced on August 10th.  If your design wins the t-shirt contest, it will be used on all shirts, hoodies, and marketing for the...

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Chamber Connection July 20, 2017
Jul20

Chamber Connection July 20, 2017

Guess what time it is????  It’s time to turn in your t-shirt designs for the 48th Annual Stew Contest!!!  The Chamber will be accepting submitted designs from Monday, July 17th through Monday, July 31st.  The submitted entries will be voted on by the Chamber Board of Directors, and the winner will be announced on August 10th.  If your design wins the t-shirt contest, it will be used on all shirts, hoodies, and marketing for the 48th...

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July and August-Hot News! By Johanna Hicks
Jun30

July and August-Hot News! By Johanna Hicks

July and August – Hot News! By the time this column goes to print, the 2017 “Kids’ Camp: Fun, Food, Fitness” will be in the history books.  Forty-two children in grades 1 thru 4 took part in the 3-week summer day camp which featured a variety of experiences from hands-on food preparation to logging a combined 24,990 minutes (equaling 1,249.5 miles) of physical activity.  Fire safety, water and sun safety, bullying, and weather safety...

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