SSHS Carolers Spread Christmas Cheer over Weekend
The past weekend saw a unique surprise for people who attended Christmas events with families at the Celebration Plaza and Heritage Park. Four Sulphur Springs High School choir members were chosen to be carolers for December 3-5. The city of Sulphur Springs had contacted SSHS about having student carolers as opposed to people hired in the past. Costumes were rented for the students involved. The students chosen were Sarah Bennett for...
How Should You Respond to Higher Interest Rates?
If the Federal Reserve (Fed) raises short-term interest rates this year, as many financial professionals predict, what will it mean to you? As a consumer, you might experience the “ripple” effects if long-term interest rates eventually follow suit, affecting mortgages and other loans. But as an investor, you might quickly feel the impact of a move by the Fed — especially if you own bonds. In fact, the value of your existing bonds...
Snacking Your Way to Good Health
Snacking Your Way to Good Health We are in the midst of the holiday season. Many of our celebrations are centered around food and fellowship. Snacks are a big part of a healthy eating plan, and if you choose wisely, snacks can help you reach your health goals. Too often, people grab calorie-dense snacks, such as chips or a cookie, because they are hungry between meals. However, if you plan ahead, you can have a variety of healthy...
Blackmon Signs to Play Golf at Ole Miss
Wildcats golfer Brody Blackmon has decided to play college golf at Ole Miss. He signed a letter of intent Friday. KSST News spoke with Brody and his parents Randy and Michelle Blackmon following the signing. Brody said Ole’ Miss was one of his last official visits allowed under NCAA rules. He stated he liked the atmosphere of Oxford, Mississippi and the attitude of team members and coaches Chris Malloy and Kyle Ellis. He called...
Chamber Connection – November 12, 2015 by Meredith Caddell
Chamber Connection November 12, 2015 by Meredith Caddell Thank you to everyone who attended the ribbon cutting for Dr. Barnes Chiropractic Guests were treated to a nice array of hors d’oeuvres and drinks when we attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new office of Dr. Barnes Chiropractic, located at 525 Church Street. Dr. Barnes is open Monday-Friday 8-5. They also take all insurances including Medicare &...
Chamber Connection – November 5, 2015 by Meredith Caddell
Chamber Connection November 5, 2015 by Meredith Caddell Heritage Square Car Show, Saturday, November 7th from 8-3, downtown Sulphur Springs! This Saturday Nov 7th from 8 am to 3 pm the 10th annual Heritage Square Car Show, which is hosted by the Downtown Business Alliance will be downtown on the Square. Everyone is welcome to come out and see all the 180 plus classic cars and trucks. They will have the Nationwide Insurance...
North Hopkins Volunteer Fire Department Benefits from Forest Service Grant
With over 85 percent of Texas fire departments being operated by volunteers, funding for essential equipment and training can be hard to come by. The Texas Legislature allocates funding to Texas A&M Forest Service for pass-through grants to Texas volunteer fire departments in an effort to help them better protect lives and property. This year the agency received $24.3 million to distribute to volunteer fire departments through the...
Hospital Makes Necessary Equipment Purchase; Meeting Today Set to Resolve Issues with CMS
The Hopkins County Memorial Hospital Board voted to purchase some non-budgeted equipment for the Operating Room due to a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services survey critical of the hospital. Some of the equipment will sterilize hospital operating instruments better and faster. It was noted that the equipment was not all the OR needed but it was a start, Hospital CEO Michael McAndrew’s CMS Update was moved to the closed...
IRS Issues Scam Warning
The IRS continues to warn consumers to guard against scam phone calls from thieves intent on stealing their money or their identity. Criminals pose as the IRS to trick victims out of their money or personal information. Here are several tips to help you avoid being a victim of these scams: Scammers make unsolicited calls. Thieves call taxpayers claiming to be IRS officials. They demand that the victim pay a bogus tax bill. They con...
Chamber Connection October 8, 2015 by Meredith Caddell
Live 2 Lead Conference featuring John C. Maxwell, October 9th at Texas A&M Commerce Live 2Lead is a half-day, leader development experience designed to equip attendees with new perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. They will learn from world-class leadership experts, be prepared to implement a new action plan, and start leading when they get back to the office with renewed passion and commitment! For more...
