TWC Releases Guidance on Overpayments Related To Identity Theft
May 4, 2021 News Release Austin – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is issuing guidance to individuals who receive notices of overpayment due to identity theft, to clarify the best way to respond to such instances. Identity theft is on the rise, and scammers are targeting Texans, using stolen information to attempt to gain further information. While TWC identifies and locks down most fraudulent applications, it is possible in...
Updated Meal A Day Menu For May 3-7, 2021
The meals are prepared at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center five days a week for Meal A Day program recipients. The Meal A Day Menu for May 4-7, 2021, includes (with Tuesday’s main entrée updated): * Tuesday – Spaghetti, Italian Vegetables and Garlic SticksWednesday – Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans, Tossed Salad, and Chips and SalsaThursday – Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans and a RollFriday –...
HHSC: Texas Decreases Use Of Antipsychotic Drugs In Nursing Facilities
Statewide Effort Improves Long-Term Care Residents’ Well-Being, According To State Officials AUSTIN – Texas has decreased its use of antipsychotic drugs in nursing facilities by 58 percent – more than any other state, according to a report from the National Partnership to Improve Dementia Care in Nursing Homes. “Reducing the use of these medications directly improves the quality of residents’ life in nursing facilities, and...
CMFH-SS Hosts May 1 Blood Drive In Response To Worst Blood Shortage In Decades
Sulphur Springs, Texas, April 29, 2021 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission:To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ. By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS® Mother Frances Hospital – Winnsboro/Sulphur Springs The current blood shortage is the worst in decades – We need your help! Carter BloodCare is hosting a blood drive in the CBC bus at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital –...
SSPD Scam Alert: Beware Of Callers Threatening Warrants Or Jail If Money, Preloaded Gift Or Debit Cards Are Not Shipped
Police Recover $26,400 Of More Than $60,000 Taken As A Result of Phone Scams Sulphur Springs Police Department investigators warn residents to beware of callers threatening warrants or jail time if money or gift cards aren’t mailed or shipped immediately. Also, don’t send money if notified of a supposed prize award, such as a vehicle or large amount of money. Police emphasize these are scams, designed primarily to take...
State Securities Board: Beware Unregistered Online Platforms Offering “Investment Plans”
News Release – April 28, 2021 AUSTIN – The Texas State Securities Board is warning investors about unregistered online platforms defrauding the public through the sale of so-called “investment plans.” These investment plans often sound appealing – they tend to be tied to blockchain technology, artificial intelligence or foreign currency and promise guaranteed returns paid over very short terms. In many instances, however,...
COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available At Cody Drug, April 28 Clinic At Hospital
109th COVID-19 Hopkins County Fatality Reported While the number of new COVID-19 cases reported in Hopkins County continues to dwindle as more COVID-19 vaccines become available, the virus has not been eradicated in Hopkins County. Not only are people still contracting the virus, one additional Hopkins County resident’s death has been confirmed to be the result of COVID-19 — the 109th COVID-19 fatality reported for Hopkins...
Meal A Day Menu For April 26-30, 2021
The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center has reopened, after being closed for more than a year due to COVID-19 precautions. The Meal A Day Menu for April 26-30, 2021, includes: Monday – Apricot Glazed Chicken, Rice, Candied Carrots, Broccoli and Cheese Tuesday – Rope Sausage, Navy Beans, Cornbread and Green Tomato RelishWednesday – Chicken Spaghetti, English Peas, Garlic Toast and SaladThursday – Soft Beef Tacos, Lettuce....
Cumby ISD Supt. Slaughter Visits With KSST About May 1 Bond Election
Shelly Slaughter is a 17-year employee of Cumby ISD, having also served as Elementary Principal and High School Principal On Tuesday April 20, 2021, Cumby ISD Superintendent Shelly Slaughter appeared on the KSST Good Morning Show regarding the 2021 Cumby School Bond Election. During the interview, Slaughter stated that anyone who pays Cumby school taxes and who is a registered voter is eligible to vote in the May 1 election. Or they...
Meal A Day Menu For April 19-23, 2021
The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center has reopened, after being closed for more than a year due to COVID-19 precautions. The Meal A Day Menu for April 19-23, 2021, includes: Monday – Smothered Beef Patties, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans and a Roll.Tuesday – Sweet and Sour Chicken, On A Bed of Rice, Oriental Vegetables and an Egg Roll.Wednesday – Tater Tot Casserole, Corn and Pinto Beans.Thursday – Chicken and Noodle Casserole,...
