Chamber Connection October 19, 2017
The Stew Contest is almost here!! The Chamber had a successful meeting Tuesday night with our soon to be stew cooks who were able to pick up their goody bags and grocery reimbursement checks. If you are already signed up to cook stew but missed the meeting, please come by the Chamber to pick up your awesome goody bag. The 48th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest will be held at Buford Park on Saturday, October 28th. Stew service will...
Chamber Connection October 12, 2017
It’s almost here! We have been working diligently at the Chamber of Commerce preparing for the 48th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest. Mark your calendar! Tickets are on sale at the Chamber of Commerce and at the local banks. We’ll see you in Buford Park on Saturday, October 28th. Stew service begins at 10:45 a.m., and $5 will buy all-you-can-eat while it lasts. Just so you know, we are usually out of stew by 12:15 p.m., so come...
Chamber Connection September 14, 2017
Chamber Connection-September 14th Here’s a little update on the 48th Annual Stew Contest! The Chamber has already mailed out Stew Cook letters and Sponsor letters. If you have not received your letter, please call the Chamber at (903) 885-6515. If you would like to cook or sponsor a stew pot for the first time, please don’t hesitate. Give us a call and we will get you signed up! Deadline to enter and KEEP YOUR STEW SITE from last...
Chamber Connection September 7, 2017
Here’s a little update on the 48th Annual Stew Contest! The Chamber has already mailed out Stew Cook letters and Sponsor letters. If you have not received your letter, please call the Chamber at (903) 885-6515. If you would like to cook or sponsor a stew pot for the first time, please don’t hesitate. Give us a call and we will get you signed up! Deadline to enter and KEEP YOUR STEW SITE from last year is Friday, September 15th. On...
Chamber Connection August 24, 2017
Just so you know… the Hopkins county Stew Contest is peering around the corner! Every year, the Chamber allows a non-profit organization to sell drinks at the Stew Cook-off. There are several rules and regulations to follow, but if you are interested in placing your organization’s name in the hat, please call the Chamber. You will be asked to come in and sign an understanding agreement in regards to rules and expectations. ...
Register Now for 48th Annual World Champion Hopkins County Stew Contest
Letters have gone out to those who prepared stew for last year’s Hopkins County Stew Contest. Those who desire to cook stew for the 48th Annual World Champion Hopkins County Stew Contest, Saturday October 28th may sign up now. A copy of the rules and registration form may be found below. Chamber Executive Lezley Brown says an overwhelming response from those wanting to be a part of the stew contest this year has already begun. New...
Chamber Connection August 17, 2017
Time is running out to enter the 2nd Annual Chamber of Commerce Photography Contest! Let me review the basics. Anyone of any age can enter as we have a children’s category. The picture must be newer than January 1, 2015, and must have been taken in Hopkins County. The contest will be open from August 1st to August 31st. There are seven categories you may enter: Natural World, Travel, People, The Hopkins County Experience, Altered...
2017 Hopkins County Stew Festival: Shirt Design Winner Announced
For the second year in a row, the combined efforts to two Sulphur Springs residents have claimed the bragging rights for the Hopkins County Stew Festival Shirt Design. In all, 18 designs were submitted to the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce for consideration. Cindy Roller is staff photographer for the City of Sulphur Springs, and Editor of the Cooper Review. Adam Whitson is program director at KSST 1230 AM in Sulphur Springs, TX....
Chamber Connection August 10,2017
I’m so excited about the upcoming 2nd Annual Chamber of Commerce Photography Contest! Let me review the basics. Anyone of any age can enter as we have a children’s category. The picture must be newer than January 1, 2015, and must have been taken in Hopkins County. The contest will be open from August 1st to August 31st. There are seven categories you may enter: Natural World, Travel, People, The Hopkins County Experience, Altered...
Chamber Connection August 3, 2017
I’m so excited about the upcoming 2nd Annual Chamber of Commerce Photography Contest! Let me review the basics. Anyone of any age can enter as we have a children’s category. The picture must be newer than January 1, 2015, and must have been taken in Hopkins County. The contest will be open from August 1st to August 31st. There are seven categories you may enter: Natural World, Travel, People, The Hopkins County Experience, Altered...