“The Dog Days of Summer”-What Does the Term Mean?
By Savannah Owens The term “Dog Days”-what does it really mean? Being from Texas, I always assumed the term “dog days” was talking about the days when it’s so hot, not even the dogs can do anything but lay around and try to stay cool or when dogs go crazy from the heat. But it’s actually based on the stars. Between July and August, the star Sirius from the Canis Major, and the Star Procyon...
Tradin’ Post, Thursday, July 6th, 2017:
For Sale: different sized sheet metal-$2.00 per panel…Thirty 8×4 silver panels, Ten 8×4 silver panels, Twenty 14×4 green panels…also for sale a black chest of drawers-$45…Two night stands-$10…6 ft Bookcase-$25…for more information about any of these items call: (903)-582-9950 or (214)-793-8005.
CANHelp Back to School Fair: Registration Update
It’s time to register for school supplies for the 2017 Back to School Fair; benefiting youth and families in the Hopkins County area. The registration process for school supplies began on July 3rd at CANHelp. School supplies and back packs will be the only thing needing to be registered for in advance. CANHelp’s previous school supplies drives were extremely successful and they averaged 300-400 families each year. Through...
Tradin’ Post, Wednesday, July 5th, 2017:
For Sale: 14ft flat bottom fishing boat…9 and 1/2 H.P. Johnson Motoran Trailer for $600…Headache Rack for wide bed Pickup $100…Four 19 inch Hankook Optimo Tires H-725 T-235 $20 each or all 4 for $75…Call (903)-885-8356. For sale: A beige love seat for $200… 3 TV stands $30 each…1 bookcase for $25…a 5 piece solid wood king sized bedroom suite for $500…a king mattress and box springs for...
Tradin’ Post, Monday, July 3rd, 2017:
For Sale: King sized Serta Perfect Sleeper Firm mattress and box springs only 5-years old, excellent condition; $300… call 903-243-2430
Continuing Ed in July at the PJC – Sulphur Springs Center
PJC-Sulphur Springs Center Public Information Services Continuing Ed in July at the PJC – Sulphur Springs Center The Continuing Education Department at the Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs Center is offering an Initial Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers class on lifesaving skills for respiratory and cardiac emergencies. The American Heart Association certifies the class, which will meet from noon to 5...
Pacific Park Community Celebration & Outreach
Pacific Park Community Celebration & Outreach planned and sponsored by Morning Chapel Baptist Church All our churches of the Sulphur Springs Community and Area are invited to join us at our Pacific Park Community Outreach event! We want to glorify Jesus through fellowshipping and worshiping together! Saturday, July 8th 12:00pm – Dark 3-on-3 Basketball tournament Bounce Houses Waterslide Games Kickball Dominoes Food Hamburgers and...
Star Spangled Spectacular
By Savannah Owens Many people and families from all over Texas came to the 26th Annual Independence Day Celebration to see the symphony concert and fireworks. While the concert was delayed about an hour due to rain, the streets were still packed with patriots. There were concession tables and flag give-aways, as well as a prize drawing for Rangers tickets on July 4th. The Symphony was conducted by Dr. Douglas Bakenhus. The winner of...
These Days in History: What Happened on the Days Leading up to July 4th?
By Savannah Owens Most people know July 4th marks the United States’ independence, but did you know that on July 1st-3rd in 1863, also marked a turning point for a different war? That’s right, the Battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War. Here’s a closer look at the significance of July 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. July 1st-After a victory at Chancellorsville, Confederate General Robert E. Lee brought his troops further North in...
