5th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Christmas Ornament Celebrates Heritage Park
Nov30

5th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Christmas Ornament Celebrates Heritage Park

Chamber Connection — Nov. 30, 2022 If you’re decorating your Christmas tree and you’re looking for that special ornament, come see our local one. For the fifth year, the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce has commissioned a Christmas ornament, and this year it celebrates Heritage Park! The shipment is expected on Wednesday and there is a limited supply (70) and the cost is $40. If you would like to purchase one, drop by our office at...

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Tuesday Gameday Has Both Basketball Teams on the Road
Nov29

Tuesday Gameday Has Both Basketball Teams on the Road

Both basketball teams from Sulphur Springs hit the road for this week’s edition of Tuesday gameday. The first team up on Tuesday, Nov. 29 is Lady Cats basketball, playing in New Boston. Coach Bryan Jones’s team looks to win their sixth straight game today if they can best the Lady Lions. Sulphur Springs’ win streak stretches back to almost a full two weeks ago. It began in the Bells tournament in which the Lady Cats...

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Using Fallen Leaves For Mulch
Nov27

Using Fallen Leaves For Mulch

By David Wall, Mount Pleasant Master Gardener Well, leaves have started falling in great abundance. Unfortunately, they pile up on the ground, leading wives to gently (?) suggest they be removed. So, what are we to do? Fall leaves A solid or near solid ground covering of dead leaves blocks both water and air from penetrating the ground. Trapping too much moisture sets up the area for present and future rot and fungal diseases. Yes,...

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Paris District Road Report for November 28, 2022
Nov26

Paris District Road Report for November 28, 2022

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 28, 2022. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...

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Upcoming Activities: CASA Cookie Walk, Christmas Activities, Economic Conference
Nov23

Upcoming Activities: CASA Cookie Walk, Christmas Activities, Economic Conference

Chamber Connection: Nov. 23, 2022 If you’re decorating your Christmas tree and you’re looking for that special ornament, come see our local one. For the fifth year, the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce has commissioned a Christmas ornament, and this year it celebrates Heritage Park! The shipment is expected on Wednesday and there is a limited supply (70) and the cost is $40. If you would like to purchase one, drop by our office at...

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Zoning Board Approves Special Use Permit For RV Resort, Temporary Construction Trailer
Nov23

Zoning Board Approves Special Use Permit For RV Resort, Temporary Construction Trailer

Sulphur Springs Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals Tuesday night, Nov. 22, approved a special use permit for an RV Resort and another for a temporary construction trailer for a bank. Construction Trailer For New Bank The ZBA approved a request for a special use permit allowing First National Bank of East Texas to have a temporary construction trailer on property located on Wildcat Way, west of the new Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home...

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Wildcats Basketball Cruises to 2-0 Finish in Thanksgiving Classic
Nov22

Wildcats Basketball Cruises to 2-0 Finish in Thanksgiving Classic

Heading into Thanksgiving, Coach Brandon Shaver’s team has plenty to be thankful for this year as the Wildcats went a perfect 2-0 in their home holiday invitational. Men’s basketball is also 5-0 to start the season. And while Monday’s win over Dallas Lincoln was a hard-fought, grind-it-out type of victory, Tuesday’s game with Naaman Forest played more like a blowout as Sulphur Springs cruised to a 20-point...

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Lady Cat Basketball Wins Fifth Straight, Resumes Action Next Tuesday
Nov22

Lady Cat Basketball Wins Fifth Straight, Resumes Action Next Tuesday

Tuesday gameday had Coach Bryan Jones and his team hosting one final game prior to Thanksgiving on Thursday. Sulphur Springs hosted Farmersville on Tuesday, Nov. 22 for their second game in as many days. And for the second straight day, the Lady Cats came out on top. Unlike Monday’s game in which Sulphur Springs cruised to the finish, visiting Farmersville fought until the final whistle. A big first and third quarter for Coach...

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Zoning Board To Consider 2 Special Use Permits, Sign Variance Tonight
Nov22

Zoning Board To Consider 2 Special Use Permits, Sign Variance Tonight

Sulphur Springs Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals is slated Tuesday night, Nov. 22, to consider two special use permits, one new permit for a construction trailer and modifications to a a special use permit granted for a RV resort, as well as a sign variance request. Construction Trailer For New Bank First National Bank of East Texas asked for a special use permit to be allowed to have a construction trailer on property at the...

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Paris District Road Report for November 21, 2022
Nov19

Paris District Road Report for November 21, 2022

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 21, 2022. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...

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