2018 Hopkins County Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet
Jan12

2018 Hopkins County Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet

Law enforcement appreciation banquet was held Thursday, Jan 11th 2018, at the Civic Center. The officers were served rib-eye steaks prepared by Jim McElroy. 2018 Officer Appreciation Banquet Awards: Officer Appreciation Banquet 6 Officer Appreciation Banquet 7 Officer Appreciation Banquet 8 Officer Appreciation Banquet 9 Officer Appreciation Banquet 10 Officer Appreciation Banquet 11 Officer Appreciation Banquet 12 Officer...

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Senior Bowling Leagues Offered at Classic Lanes
Jan12

Senior Bowling Leagues Offered at Classic Lanes

The Sulphur Springs Bowling Alley “Classic Lanes” has Bowling Leagues for Senior Citizens on Monday and Tuesday Nights. If you are interested in more details please call Justin at (903) 885-5046. Contact Karen Weatherman if you are interested in Free Bowling Game Coupons at the Senior Citizens Center if you want to try your hand at bowling.

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Supplementation of Cattle Diets During the Winter By Mario Villarino
Jan12

Supplementation of Cattle Diets During the Winter By Mario Villarino

According to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Beef Specialists, supplements for cattle must be chosen to meet particular nutrient deficiencies. Body condition is a key factor in the choice of supplements. Thin cows are relatively more deficient in dietary energy than in pro­tein. In contrast, fleshier cows may need extra pro­tein, if they need anything. To minimize supplementation, use forage supplies logically. In general, hay...

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Three Great Opportunities with Approaching Deadlines By Johanna Hicks
Jan12

Three Great Opportunities with Approaching Deadlines By Johanna Hicks

Three Great Opportunities with Approaching Deadlines! If you are the least bit familiar with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Hopkins County, you know that we always have something going on! Extension provides many educational programs, so today, I want to focus on three upcoming events. 1) ¡Si, Yo Puedo Controlar Mi Diabetes! is a 7-lesson series to help individuals manage their type 2 diabetes. This series is slightly different...

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Tradin’ Post, Tuesday, Jan 9th, 2018
Jan08

Tradin’ Post, Tuesday, Jan 9th, 2018

For sale: Bermuda square bales…asking $4.00 per bale…there’s about 1200 left…for more details call (903)-951-6204

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Meal a Day Menu for January 8th-12th
Jan07

Meal a Day Menu for January 8th-12th

Meal A Day Menu January 8th  – January 12th Monday   Beef Patties Stewed Potatoes Brown Gravy Malibu Vegetables Roll   Tuesday Sliced Ham Macaroni and Cheese Broccoli Roll Wednesday Chicken and Dumplings Tossed Salad Crackers Thursday Soft Beef Tacos  Lettuce Tomatoes Onions Refried Beans Chips and Salsa   Friday Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Beans...

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Tradin’ Post, Monday, Jan 8th, 2018
Jan05

Tradin’ Post, Monday, Jan 8th, 2018

For sale:  Chihuahua pups, 2 female Chiweenies, and English Springer Spaniels if interested call (903)-638-1817 or (903)-456-9896… For sale: A Great Pyrenees Golden Retriever Mix….for more information call Tommy at (903)-243-5675…

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Tradin’ Post, Friday, Jan 5th, 2018
Jan05

Tradin’ Post, Friday, Jan 5th, 2018

For sale: Sectional sofa with recliner & queen size sleeper…from a Pet free/smoke free home…No rips, tears or stains…asking $400…Pick up only…if interested call (903)-243-2938.

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Mom, What Do You Do? By Johanna Hicks
Jan05

Mom, What Do You Do? By Johanna Hicks

Mom, What Do You Do?                 Recently, I had an eye-opening experience.  Our family was dining at a local restaurant, and we were discussing school, athletics (our daughter, son and daughter-in-law are all employed with the Sulphur Springs ISD), movies, and work projects.  My son commented that he knew that I taught diabetes education, nutrition, and sewing, but said, “Mom, what DO you do?  Your job is confusing!”...

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Tira News-January 5th, 2018
Jan05

Tira News-January 5th, 2018

By Jan Vaughn Yvonne Weir reported that they had a busy Christmas. They had 10 extra on Saturday night, with Dustin and Destri and their families, and then the Dacy and her family came on Sunday and they all snacked and opened gifts. The kids had a good time running around playing together. Sarah and Lucas came on Christmas Day. Yvonne adds, “We met Dustin and Eleanor and Lukkas Kuffner, as well as Dacy, Elise, and Eli at Shenaniganz...

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