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Como-Pickton Lady Eagles Finish As Co-District
Winning has become tradition for the Como-Pickton Lady Eagles softball program over the last few
Hopkins County Dairy Festival 2024 Event
Fri. June 7, 2024 *Hot Air Balloon Media Flight Time: 5:30 am – 9:00 am
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 4.16.24
You can both shop and pay homage to the earth this Saturday, April 20. The
Stewardship Week Hopkins-Rains
Hopkins-Rains Soil & Water Conservation District has partnered with the Texas State Soil and Water
March Saputo Difference Makers
Jana Porter began her journey with Saputo in 2007 at our distribution center. She later joined the Quality Control department as a lab technician. Jana is an asset to the department and takes her current
Agricultural Spotlight By Addison Caddell
In the heart of Texas, Hopkins County stands as a testament to the state’s rich agricultural heritage. Known for its fertile land and deep-rooted farming traditions, this rural gem is experiencing a revival in agriculture,
Sulphur Springs Lady Cats Clean Up All-District Awards
The 2023-2024 season was a historic one for the Sulphur Springs Lady Cats, as they reached new heights for the second season in a row. With their season finally coming to an end last week,
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 4.10.24
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
Solar Eclipse in Sulphur Springs: Recap
What an UNFORGETTABLE experience! This weekend was packed with tons of excitement. The total solar eclipse of 2024 brought in crowds from all around the world! As usual, the Chad’s Media and FPN team
Claws for A Cause- 9th Annual Rotary Club Crawfish Boil
Sulphur Springs, Texas, is gearing up to host the annual “Claws for a Cause” Crawfish Boil event. This is the ninth annual Rotary Club crawfish boil and will take place on April 27, from 5:00
PRESS RELEASE – CHRISTUS Health: Prioritize Eye Safety During April
(IRVING, Texas) – With so many people looking to the skies on April 8 to view a rare total solar eclipse, the potential for eye injuries is real. Clinicians caution that eclipse viewers should prioritize
PJC Doubles Down on Graduating High School Senior Scholarships
Paris Junior College is doubling down on scholarships this summer for graduating high school seniors from the PJC service area. The summer scholarship will cover tuition and fees for any two courses offered in Summer
PJC Holding Three Sports Camps, First Up This Saturday
Paris Junior College Men’s Soccer 2024 College ID Camp is this Saturday, April 6 at Noyes Stadium. The camp is open to all boys in tenth to twelfth grade and college freshman transfers. “If
Atmos Energy Urges Homeowners and Contractors to Dig Safely
Every year in April, National Safe Digging Month is an opportunity to remind homeowners, contractors, and any professional excavator to keep communities safe by calling 811 before any digging project. Did you know that
Individual Tickets for Mingo on Sale
Sulphur Springs, TX – Individual tickets for Mingo are on sale for $60 at Mingo2024.GiveSmart.com. The bingo event will be held on Thursday, April 18. Mingo tickets include a packet of bingo cards (one for
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 04.03.24
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 –
Eclipse Event Listing by Butch Burney
There are a lot of activities planned around Sulphur Springs and the county this weekend in advance of the Total Solar Eclipse coming on Monday, April 8. For a full listing of events, viewing locations
A Total Eclipse of the Parks: A once in a
Cooper, Tx – The total eclipse is just over the horizon and will be here on April 8th. Cooper Lake State Park is completely sold out of day passes and campsites. If you can’t make
Allergy Season Has Arrived : Hopkins County Minor Emergency Center
Spring has sprung! In Northeast Texas, the arrival of Spring brings with it an abundance of environmental allergens. Trees are budding, flowers are blooming and along with these beautiful changes many people experience symptoms of
All about Endometriosis
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, so it is only fitting to share a few things about endometriosis to finish out the month. Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside of the
Miller Grove ISD to Host Championship Wrestling Event
Miller Grove ISD is set to host a King of Sports Championship Wrestling event on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 6:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of Texas Strong Style Wrestling and an opportunity to
The Ultimate Adult Easter Egg Hunt Experience By Addison Caddell
As Easter approaches, it’s not just the kids who deserve to partake in the tradition of hunting for Easter eggs. Embracing the spirit of Easter now is a great time to involve the adults in
The Ultimate Sulphur Springs Solar Eclipse Guide
Hello Eclipse chasers! It is almost time for the anticipated Great American Eclipse, April 8th. Visiting Sulphur Springs, Texas for the total solar eclipse? There are PLENTY of amusements in our community to make you
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 3.27.24
We have less than two weeks before the Great Total Solar Eclipse on April 8! Here are a few items we want our residents to know: 1. The crowd we have is weather dependent. Yes,
Sulphur Springs Sits on Centerline for Eclipse
Sulphur Springs, Texas, is gearing up for an unforgettable event: the 2024 solar eclipse! On April 8th, 2024, the Lone Star State will be plunged into daytime darkness as the moon gracefully slides between the
Keeping Up with Kati Adair—Her Broker’s License & How She
You might know her as the Turkey Trot Director, putting out signs on race day, handing out t-shirts, and overall making this annual event go as smooth as possible. Or you might remember her as
Sulphur Springs Wildcats, Lady Cats Set For Playoff Doubleheader In
Winning has become tradition for the Sulphur Springs Wildcats and Lady Cats soccer programs in recent years and both teams were able to keep that going, winning district titles and setting themselves up to make
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 03.20.24
Need glasses for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse? Want a T-shirt and sticker? We know where you can get them. We have eclipse merchandise at the Chamber of Commerce, including T-shirts, stickers and glasses. With
CHRISTUS Health: Spring is here and so is allergy season
(EAST TEXAS) – This week marks the official start to spring, and as warmer begins to settle in, the season brings with it an unwanted guest: allergies. More than 25% of Americans – approximately 80
2024 Hopkins County Dairy Festival Begins
It’s FINALLY that time of the year! The Hopkins County Dairy Festival holds a significant place in Sulphur Springs’ history, being founded in 1959! We’re immensely proud of these ladies and eagerly anticipate witnessing their
BrightStar Baseball Field Press Release
Good evening and thank you ALL for being here. City Manager, Marc Maxwell cannot be with us this evening as planned. I want to welcome Mayor Pro Tem, Harold Nash, City Council members, current and
Sulphur Springs Lady Cats, Wildcats Soccer Each Take Home District
The last few years have been historic for the Sulphur Springs boys and girls soccer programs, each continuing to reach new heights each season. This year, the two have reached an even new height, with
CHRISTUS HEALTH: IMPORTANCE OF PULMONARY REHAB FOR LUNG PATIENTS
(SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is championing the importance of rehabilitation programs for lung patients in recognition of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week. Initiated by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week
February Difference Maker For Saputo Sulphur Springs
Cashawna Mosely began her journey with Saputo in 2007 as a line monitor in the Quality Control department. She worked her way to lab technician quickly. Within months, Cashawna became the “go-to” person for any
Sexual Abuse Survivors are Exposing Secretive Religous Group: “The Truth”
Following the death of a senior member in a nameless religious group, a successor would expose the leader’s sexual abuse actions that had secretly gone on for decades. Dean Bruer, known as an
The pelvic floor muscles should function more like a trampoline
Did you know the pelvic floor muscles function more like a trampoline and other muscles in our bodies (biceps, hamstrings, etc)? That’s right! This muscle group functions very differently than the other skeletal muscles in
The Foundation Highlights the Health Differences in Men and Women
Sulphur Springs, TX – Did you know that women are 33% more likely than men to seek medical care? To make this comparison apples to apples, this percentage doesn’t include care sought for pregnancy. The
Lady Eagles Open District Play With 16-1 Blowout Win
It’s been a great start to the season for the Como-Pickton Lady Eagles, who entered this week ranked No. 6 in the Texas Girls Coaches Association State Softball Poll. The Lady Eagles won 19 of
Mr. and Miss PJC Announced With Historic Twist
Paris Junior College has been naming a Mr. and Miss PJC each spring for decades, but Wednesday night, a tie resulted in a Mr. and Miss… and Miss PJC. The announcement came during halftime of
PJC Presidential Search Committee recommends three finalists
Dr. Benson has a twenty-seven year career serving as an administrator at a variety of higher education institutions. He came to McLennan Community College in April 2017 after serving three years as the Vice President
Mingo to Raise Funds for Free Heart Calcium Tests for
Sulphur Springs, TX – Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the US, and, according to the American Heart Association, it has been since 1921. Even more compelling is the
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 3.13.24
Last call for Total Solar Eclipse meetings! The Chamber, City of SS, and emergency management are hosting three informational meetings on Wednesday, March 20, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. These will be the
Recent Accolades Jed Walker Brings to Janet Martin Realty that
If you could say you “made it” in your career, what does that look like? For Jed Walker, it could be the culmination of obtaining a Real Estate Broker’s License and gaining a General Certified
Lady Cats Open District Play With Road Game Against Paris
Spring is finally here, and the Texas High School Softball season is in full-swing. With 17 games already under their belt, the Sulphur Springs Lady Cats are ready to begin district play and get to
Is Exercise Safe During Pregnancy? By Dr. Hailey Jackson
Is exercise safe during pregnancy? Consider this your guide to exercise during the perinatal year. In short, yes, exercise is not only safe but very beneficial during pregnancy. A study from 2017 states, “physical
Texas Tulips Farm By Addison Caddell
Spring has sprung and flowers are in full bloom all over Texas. Right outside of Denton, the Texas Tulip Farm offers a unique experience for friends, family, and loved ones. When you enter the farm,
Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Mingo is Set for Fun
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation has been interested in impacting local men’s health as positively as they have women’s health. Due to the new Man Bingo, known as Mingo, the
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 3.6.24
If you’re looking for a networking outlet, or just want to have a little social hour with friends, come to our next Cocktails and Conversation mixer, hosted by the Haus of Sabo at their new
Alliance Bank Sponsors First Annual Man Bingo
Alliance Bank cares for Hopkins County citizens. That is why the bank is sponsoring the first annual Man Bingo. They know that the proceeds will impact the health of Hopkins County residents. The Hopkins
Lady Eagles Throw Pair of No-Hitters Saturday
It was a busy weekend for the Como-Pickton Lady Eagles, as they played in the Lone Oak Tournament. The Lady Eagles started strong, winning a pair of games Thursday against Lone Oak JV and Tom
New Opportunity to Impact Hopkins County Men’s Health
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is holding a new event, Man Bingo. This fundraiser will provide a great night of fellowship for men (and women) while allowing them to win
Wildcats Rack Up District Awards, Rollison Takes Home MVP
The 2023-2024 season was the beginning of a new chapter for Sulphur Springs Wildcats basketball, as they welcomed in almost an entirely new team, as well as a new coaching staff. While the new chapter
Chamber Connection by Butch Burney 2.28.24
Need glasses for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse? Want a T-shirt and sticker? We know where you can get them. We have eclipse merchandise at the Chamber of Commerce, including T-shirts, stickers and glasses. With
CHRISTUS Health Announces Great Place To Work Certification Based on
(IRVING, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for-profit global health system, announced today that it earned the prestigious “Great Place To Work” national certification, which is awarded based entirely on what current Associates say about
2024 Leap Year By Addison Caddell
2024 marks a very special year for many people, some may be celebrating their birthday for the first time in four years. If you were born on a leap year that means that you were
Sponsorships for the First Man Bingo Sought
Sulphur Springs, TX – Plans for Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Man Bingo, known as Mingo, are underway. Sponsorships are now available for this event which will be held on Thursday, April 18. A Big
