Cortland Bernard Savage
April 12, 1932 — October 7, 2024 It is with a sense of celebration for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Cortland Savage, age 92, on October 7, 2024. Cortland was a man of deep faith and unwavering dedication to Jesus Christ, whose passion for serving Him was evident in every aspect of his life. Born on April 12, 1932, along Route 66 in Shamrock, Texas, to Chester Melvin and Alwyn Imogene (Dysart) Savage, Cortland...
DPS Recognizes Courageous Acts at August PSC Meeting
August 26, 2024 – AUSTIN – The Public Safety Commission (PSC), along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw, recognized the service of several Texans at the PSC meeting at DPS Headquarters in Austin. Commissioners and Director McCraw presented one Medal of Valor, three Director’s Awards, five Lifesaving Awards and one Unit Citation. “These awards highlight some of the most selfless acts of heroism in...
Olga Hearn Radney
March 27, 1941 – July 25, 2024 “Your Hug Meant the World”Nobody else held me so tightOr made me feel so rightNo one’s eyes shined so bright with loveAs my mom, who is now high above. Tamsen Butler Olga “Granny” Radney was born in Pickton, Texas on March 27, 1941 to James Elijah and Lillie Mae Hearn. She entered Heaven’s gates on July 25, 2024. She was a loving mother and grandmother and was a “Mom” to everyone she met. She loved...
Chamber Connection – July 2, 2024
By Butch Burney Every year, our family looks forward to the Saturday before Thanksgiving, when we gather for dinner, turn on KSST and get our phones ready for the annual Sulphur Springs Symphony League auction. It is a hoot and a can’t-miss event! They always have a great range of items, from tens of dollars to thousands of dollars in value, and that doesn’t include the entertainment from the moderators like Bill Owens and Chad...
Chamber Connection – June 26, 2024
By Butch Burney Join us for our main networking monthly event when Nations Lending hosts our Cocktails and Conversation on Thursday, June 18. You don’t have to be a Chamber member to attend. It is free to everyone, and a prime time to make friends and contacts. The event will also mark the grand opening for Bethany Ashby’s new Nations Lending office, located at 425 Main St. Stew is in the Air It’s too hot for stew in June, but it’s...
Chamber Connection – June 18, 2024
By Butch Burney Oncor Electric Delivery is hosting a lunch for electrical, HVAC, insulation, lighting, plumbing, remodeling, roofing, window contractors and engineering to learn about Oncor’s Energy Efficiency programs. The programs are designed to benefit residential and business customers. The lunch is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 27 at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber office for more...
Chamber Connection April 10, 2024
April 10, 2024 – Chamber Connection – Butch Burney Way to go, Hopkins County! Monday was one of the most special days I have ever witnessed. The weather cooperated to give us a glorious view of one of God’s special wonders, and we had visitors from literally around the world to help us celebrate the Total Solar Eclipse on the centerline. At the Chamber, we personally met people from at least 35 states and nine different...
Chamber Connection – April 3rd
By Butch Burney April 3, 2024 – Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime event in less than a week! We, at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, are more than excited about the Total Solar Eclipse. We believe no matter the weather – and we are firm believers that the day will NOT bring rain during our celestial event – that this will be one of the most memorable natural occurrences to ever grace our county. And, we are excited that...
Waunelle Laird
Graveside Service for Waunelle Laird, age 82 of Rockwall, TX will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Laird passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024. Gladys Waunelle Laird was born on March 7, 1941 in Paris, TX to Claude and Bessie (Bough) Smart. She married Jack Laird in Jacksonville, FL on January 14, 1976. Waunelle was a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 35 years and was...
City National Bank Team Takes Super Stew Honors
October 30, 2023 – The 54th Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival endured through steady rain and mud on Saturday, Oct. 28, to crown winners in four cooking categories at Buford Park. The rain, which started before dawn and continued through the entire morning, didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the cooks, who provided chicken and beef stew for several thousand people who waded through the mud to participate in the festival. “A big...
