Impaired Driving: A Deadly Danger at Thanksgiving By Johanna Hicks
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have joined forces this Thanksgiving holiday to remind drivers that whether under the influence of illegal drugs, prescription drugs, or alcohol, any form of impaired driving is deadly and dangerous — and illegal. The message is clear: If You...
TxDOT Urges Texas Drivers to End the Streak of Daily Death on Roadways
AUSTIN – Not all anniversaries are happy and Nov. 7 is one of the saddest of all. Since Nov. 7, 2000, at least one person has died on Texas roadways every single day. In an effort to end this deadly 18-year milestone, the Texas Department of Transportation, through its #EndTheStreakTX campaign, reminds drivers it’s a shared responsibility among roadway users and engineers to keep our roads safe. “We all have...
Ten Reasons to Smile; Back to School Fair
Why Smile? Ten Reasons Why Do you know anybody who seems to always have a smile? I do! Every Sunday morning from the choir loft at my church, I have the perfect view of a sweet lady who smiles during our choir special, during congregational singing, and while listening to the morning message. It seems to brighten my spirit, and makes me want to smile, too! Smiling is a great way to make yourself stand...
Incorporating Herbs Into Your Landscape
By Sharon Burnette – Hopkins County Master Gardener When my husband and I moved to East Texas fifteen years ago, I looked forward to having a garden and especially an herb garden. At first my focus was growing herbs for cooking. Over time I learned herbs are found almost everywhere and have generally been defined as “the useful plant”. In addition to cooking, herbs are used for making scents and perfumes, aromatherapy, herbal...
Conliffe, Lil 4s Honored by GoFundMe to Celebrate Women’s History Month
by Heidi Hagberg with GoFundMe To celebrate Women’s History Month and everyday heroes, GoFundMe is honoring Letitia Conliffe as she has dedicated her life to helping the children in her hometown of Sulphur Springs. After enduring life on the streets as a single mother, she recognized the importance of paying it forward to help teens in her community who are facing similar hardships but have dreams to change their fate. Thirty...
Achoo! Cover That Sneeze! By Johanna Hicks
Achoo! Cover That Sneeze! I hope you aren’t getting tired of hearing about the flu and cold season. It is real, and it is upon us! As my husband knows, every time I see people cough or sneeze into their hands, I cringe. What makes it even worse is when they open a door or touch something with the same hand that others will be touching. That’s one way germs are spread! Know the Numbers: 90 (ninety) miles per hour...
Flies and How to Get Rid of Them By Mario Villarino
Happy New Year 2018! We at the Hopkins County Extension Office will like to wish you a safe and happy new year 2018!. Recently a heavy infestation of flies has been reported inside homes around Hopkins County. I know because I personally have found them around my home lately. The cold weather differential between outdoors and heated homes lures them inside looking for survival when cold weather prevails. According to Dr. Michael...
Become a Master Wellness Volunteer! By Johanna Hicks
Become a Master Wellness Volunteer! Be a part of something BIG! In the United States, 86% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and many others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these costs can be managed and potentially reduced through education and lifestyle modification. Texas A&M...
AgriLife: Year in Review-Kid’s Camp
Year in Review – Kids’ Camp Each week during the month of December, I will provide information on major programming efforts in Hopkins County. As an Extension Family & Community Health Agent, much of my efforts go into nutrition, health and wellness. This week, I want to share some successes with a popular summer camp for students – “Kids’ Camp – Fun, Food, Fitness.” Relevance: According to the Texas Department of State Health...
Christmas on the Square: Slides, Tigers, and More!
Hundreds of people came out to watch the parade and participate in the activities on the square. There was a petting zoo with baby goats, and bunnies. A carousel for kids to ride miniature horses. Not to mention the huge snow slide which takes a total of five pallets of bags of ice to last the entire night. The continuously popular white tiger exhibit was also there, allowing families to feed and take pictures with the tigers. The...
