Chamber Connection October 2, 2014 by Meredith Caddell
Thank you to everyone who attended the Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening for Brendal’s Bakery Guests were treated to a wide array of delicious cupcakes as we celebrated with owners Gary & Brenda LaMonte, the grand opening of Brendal’s Bakery & Cupcake Couture! They are located at the corner of Main & Gilmer Street. The bakery offers a wide array of products from cupcakes, cookies, any kind of cake imaginable, plus many...
“Updated” 10th Annual John Chester Dutch Oven Cook off
The 10th annual John Chester Dutch Oven Cookoff will be taking place during Indian Summer Days at Heritage Park on Saturday, October 4. Rick Wilson with the Hopkins County Historical Society says all it takes to enter is $25 plus your name, address, phone number and e-mail address. Wilson says he’ll even accept entries the day of the cookoff. First, second and third place prizes will be awarded for meats, vegetables, bread and...
Scattered Pieces on KSST With Enola Gay
The Winnsboro sisters who made up the group Two Hearts, Hanah Breck and Hailee Kristee, have added lead guitarist Mason Dawson and drummer Cody McDonald of Longview and now call themselves Scattered Pieces. They’ve been together about a month. Scattered Pieces will perform Saturday night at the Reilly Springs Jamboree. They’ll also play at Indian Summer Days in October at Heritage Park and at Reed’s Entertainment. The group was on...
Hopkins County 4H Day Camp
The Hopkins County 4H kids from four chapters invited to Tuesday’s (July 1st) Day Camp at Heritage Park were promised crafts and games, a step back in time. The 4her’s tried their hands at tin punch, making butter, woodworking and the centuries old art of paper decorating called quilling. They were also introduced to old methods of corn grinding and clothes washing. The activities included a scavenger hunt in the park and a hamburger...
2nd Annual Tomato Recipe Contest/Tomato Festival
Hopefully, you read about the upcoming Hopkins County Tomato Festival in my co-worker’s column last week. Today, I wanted to give you some information on the Tomato Recipe Contest. Tomato plants all across Hopkins County are producing beautiful fruits, so this is a great opportunity to show off your cooking skills, as well! Here are the details for the Tomato Recipe Contest: 1) Contest will be held on Saturday, July 5th, at the...
Chamber Connection – September 25, 2024
By Butch Burney Stew merch is here! Stew merch is here! Whether you’re in the market for a Stew T-shirt, hoodie, mug, tumbler, sticker, towel or other merchandise for the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest, sponsored by Alliance Bank, you can find it at the Chamber of Commerce. Stop by the Chamber office and get your gear for the Stew Contest on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Buford Park. Tickets Tickets are available at all of the local...
State Fair of Texas Generates up to $680 Million Economic Impact for North Texas
September 25, 2024 – The State Fair of Texas is proud to announce its significant contribution to the North Texas economy, generating up to $680 million last year. This impressive impact underscores the State Fair’s vital role not only as a beloved cultural event but also as a major economic driver for the region. An economic impact study performed by Michael C. Carroll, Ph.D. and the Economics Research Group at the University...
Chamber Connection – September 4, 2024
By Butch Burney Do you want to get your company’s name in front of 7,000 people, and help promote the largest single-day annual event in Hopkins County? If so, there are still a handful of sponsorships available for the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Oct. 26. With your sponsorship, we will put your banner up at Buford Park, announce your company’s name from the stage as well as signs/banners with sponsors’ names on them....
Texas Game Wardens Offer Tips for a Safe, Enjoyable Dove Hunt
AUSTIN – The 2024 season opened Sept. 1 and hunters have much to look forward to, with significant increases in both mourning and white-wing dove populations. While hunters prepare to take to the field for their shot at the most popular game bird in North America, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Game Wardens have some recommendations for a memorable but safe experience. Have valid hunting licenses, stamps and permits:...
Chamber Connection – August 14, 2024
By Butch Burney Wind energy will be the topic for the Chamber’s Lunch and Learn on Sept. 11, featuring Apex Clean Energy. The energy company is anticipating investing in wind turbines in the western part of Hopkins County. The Lunch and Learn will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. Those in attendance will get a meal and information on the project, as well as the...
