Paris District Road Report for the Week of March 23, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of March 23, 2020. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Chamber Connection – March 19, 2020
By Lezley Brown, CEO/President Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce We have woken up this morning continuing to live in strange, strange times. The truth is we are walking in uncharted waters, and things are going to continue to change by the hour. I want you to know that we understand you are sitting at your business wondering what to do, and quite honestly, might be pushing the pause button on fear because you know there’s just no...
15 Days To Slow The Spread
March 18th, 2020 Although there have been NO postitive cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Hopkins County, local and state officials are encouraging residents to follow the guidelines set out by the federal government. These guidelines called “15 Days To Slow The Spread” are as follows: Listen to and follow the directions of your state and local authorities.If you feel sick, stay home. Do not go to work. Contact your...
SBISD Conducting Surveys To Better Assist Students; Other Schools Also Working To Meet Children’s Needs
School may be out for students this week, but administrators and staff at local school districts have been working diligently since last week to keep abreast of the situation and be able to offer services to assist students’ families while classes are suspended due to the COVID-19 concerns. Sulphur Bluff and Miler Grove ISD administrators are asking families to complete surveys to assess their needs. Several schools, such as...
March – Schools Have Canceled Classes… What’s a Parent (Caregiver) to Do? by Johanna Hicks
What’s a Parent (Caregiver) to Do? It’s official. Schools have canceled classes due to safety concerns for students and staff over COVID 19. So now what? Kids are glad to be able to sleep in while parents and caregivers wonder how to keep them occupied. I have seen posts by educators who have lots of really good ideas,...
CHRISTUS Establishes COVID-19 Hotline 1-800-458-4559
The following is a news release received by CHRISTUS Health Systems Public Relations. We continue to work in solidarity with our partners in the health care community, city and county leaders, and local health authorities to ensure our community is well prepared. Together, we stand united in our commitment to keep the people of East Texas safe. At CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Sulphur Springs, we remain vigilant in responding to...
Paris District Road Report for the Week of March 16, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of March 16, 2020. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues.Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Local Preparations, Cancellations, Restrictions Related to coronavirus
Local emergency management officials are slated to meet Friday afternoon to discuss what, if any, preparedness actions Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County will be taking related to coronavirus. Texas Department of State Health Services image for Coronavirus reporting “Multiple agencies in Hopkins County are meeting this afternoon to discuss COVID-19 this afternoon. We have had nothing in the county that I am aware of. This is to...
DBA Meets New Business People, Discusses 2020 Plans
During the regular March meeting for members of the Downtown Business Alliance, upcoming projects and plans were discussed. Also, a couple of new business people attended to introduce themselves and their business ventures. In the absence of President Jason Tulley, VP Linda Galligher presided over the meeting. Billie Ruth Standbridge and Dinky Weeks display a map Longtime member Billie Ruth Standbridge provided a map of downtown...
Burglary Investigation Results In 4 Arrests
Investigation into several Rains County burglaries Tuesday evening resulted in the arrest of two County Road 2310 resident’s arrests, as well as the arrest of the male resident’s mother and her husband on misdemeanor charges, according to arrest reports. Hopkins County Sheriff’s officers received a tip potentially connecting a County Road 2310 residence to multiple Rains County vehicle burglaries and went to talk to...
