November 30, 2023 – Members of the local Corvette Club braved the rain to donate $1000 to this year’s Blue Santa program. The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse along with members of the Sheriff’s office and other local law enforcement are on hand this Thursday and Friday from 7am-7pm in the Walmart parking lot to accept toys for boys and girls ages 1-14. CJ Duffey is also on hand selling Brisket Sandwich lunch for $5 with all proceeds going to Blue Santa. Sulphur Springs Corvette Club President Tim Gee presented the check to Sheriff Lewis Tatum marking another year that the local car club has opened up their checkbook to the very worthwhile charity. Gee stated, “It is important to remember the true spirit of Christmas, and do all we can to make sure every child has something under the tree this Christmas.”
Blue Santa distributes toys to over 600 kids in Hopkins County during the holidays, and this year’s need is as great as ever. Hopkins County Sheriff Lewis Tatum said, “Our officers and staff work for months leading up to Christmas on this campaign to do what they can to make sure everything is in place for these kids, but there is always a need for more donations.” New, unwrapped toys for children ages 1-14 are being accepted, as well as monetary donations. If you miss the opportunity to drive by and donate, you can still spread some Christmas cheer by scanning this QR code. You can also contact the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office at (903) 438-4040.
