Tira News By Jan Vaughn
The Tira City Council meeting had to be rescheduled for June 9th, due to lack of a quorum for the June 2nd meeting. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Tira Community Center. The public is always welcome and encouraged to attend. Yvonne reports that she and her family had a “great weekend.” Dustin and Natalie Weir came for a visit on Friday and stayed until Monday. Dakota and Ashley Weir visited with them...
Aiguier Cemetery Association June Meeting
The Aiguier Cemetery Association will hold their annual meeting & pot-luck lunch on Sunday, June7, 2015, on the cemetery grounds. The activities will begin with the meal at noon, followed by a business meeting. In case of rain, the event will be moved to the North Hopkins School Cafeteria. Cemetery located in the northwest part of Hopkins County. Take Hwy 19 north from Sulphur Springs, at Birthright turn left to FM road...
Virginia 4-H Group to Visit Hopkins County
Virginia 4-H Group to Visit Hopkins County Those of you who keep up with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Hopkins County know that we offer abundant opportunities including, camps, workshops, educational programs, field trips, exhibits, and the list goes on and on. Perhaps one of the most exciting opportunities pertains to our 4-H families. I’m talking about 4-H Exchange trips! During the past three summers, Hopkins...
Tira News By Jan Vaughn
We want to express our sympathy to the family on Johnny Joslin. He passed away on Sunday. A “celebration of life” memorial service was held on Wednesday at Community Bible Fellowship Church, followed by a meal/reception at the Tira Community Center. A fund to help with funeral expenses has been set up in Johnny’s name at Alliance Bank. Please keep the family in your prayers. The Tira City Council will meet at the Tira Community Center...
Wesley House Residents Enjoy a Change of Pace
Wesley House residents may hope for a power outage again. Oncor established electrical power to the assisted living residence Tuesday afternoon around 4:45 according to Josh Jordan with Jordan Health Care who own and operate Wesley House. Jordan said residents were served doughnut for breakfast, pizza for lunch and sandwiches for the evening meal and were delighted with the uniqueness of the day. Jordan said everything had worked well...
Stay Connected in Healthy Ways by Johanna Hicks
Technology brings many benefits to our lives. However, excessive screen time can create a flat, one-dimensional existence. While technology is great for some types of communication, it is no substitute for real-world, face-to-face connection. You have probably heard the question, “Do you control your devices or are they starting to control you?” In a culture where everyone seems more “connected” than ever, how can we nurture real...
Summer Food Service at Travis Elementary
The Sulphur Springs Independent School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program. Breakfast and lunch will be provided at the Travis Elementary Cafeteria at 130 Garrison Street in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Dates for the program operation will be Monday through Thursday, beginning Monday, June 8, 2015 through July 9, 2015. Children between the ages of one through 18 are invited to attend. The cafeteria will...
Judy Carroll Mills
Judy Carroll Mills, age 67, of Saltillo was taken up to her Heavenly Father during the early evening hours of May 15, 2015 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Mills was born to the late Mr. Marvin Moreland and the late Mrs. Ruth Abbott Wilson on September 1, 1947 in Commerce, TX. On September 27, 1963 she married the love of her life, Mr. Clovis Mills, and after 51 years of a beautiful life together and raising their...
How Much Do You Know About Diabetes?
Diabetes is a tricky disease. It often goes undiagnosed until complications have already arisen. In researching the prevalence of diabetes in Hopkins County and surrounding counties, statistics show that 10.1% of Hopkins County residents have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Surrounding counties had a slightly higher percentage with the exception of Hunt County (9.9%). Here are the results: Franklin County (11%), Delta County...
Holy Highway Girl’s Home Fundraiser Fish Fry
For 29 years, Holy Highway Girl’s Home has been helping girls who are having a difficult time in their present situation and need a place to go. For some girls, entering the program at Holy Highway is the last chance before legal action is taken against them. Director Pam Burton Dickens and her staff do “the work of angels” when it comes to working with these girls ages 12-17. Through their efforts, the lives of...
