SSISD Superintendent To Report On Back-To-School Options For Fall 2020
Jul12

SSISD Superintendent To Report On Back-To-School Options For Fall 2020

Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees have a full agenda Monday night. SSISD Superintendent Michael Lamb is expected to report on back-to-school options for fall 2020 during Monday night’s regular July school board meeting. While several items being presented for discussion and approval by the school board are routine for this time of year, some vary this year due to and others items are presented as a result of COVID-19. SSISD...

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July 13-17 Meal A Day Menu
Jul12

July 13-17 Meal A Day Menu

While the Senior Citizens Center remains temporarily closed due to COVID-19, the dedicated Meal A Day volunteers continue to work five days a week preparing and delivering meals to shut-in elderly in the community. The July 13-17 Meal A Day menu for includes: Monday – BBQ Chicken Legs and Wings, Scalloped Potatoes, Normandy Vegetables and a Roll Tuesday – Beef Patty, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans and a Roll Wednesday – Chicken...

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Sulphur Springs City Manager’s Report – July 2020
Jul08

Sulphur Springs City Manager’s Report – July 2020

The following Manager’s Report was presented July 7, 2020, to Sulphur Springs City Council by City Manager Marc Maxwell. COVID-19 RESPONSE • Most City Offices have reopened. Police Department, Fire Department, Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant remain closed. The Municipal Library has reopened.• Police and Fire continue to implement new procedures for dealing with persons suspected of COVID-19.• Police and Fire...

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City Facility Reservation, Use Policy On July 7 Council Agenda
Jul07

City Facility Reservation, Use Policy On July 7 Council Agenda

The regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will once again be conducted via teleconference at 7 p.m. July 7, 2020. A recording of the meetting will be available for the general public to view on Youtube. These measures are due to COVID-19 precautions and restrictions. The July 7 agenda, in addition to the regular administrative reports and consent agenda, includes three resolutions, including one which would impact city...

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Meal A Day Menu for July 6-10, 2020
Jul05

Meal A Day Menu for July 6-10, 2020

While the Senior Citizens Center remains temporarily closed due to COVID-19, the dedicated Meal A Day volunteers continue to work five days a week preparing and delivering meals to shut-in elderly in the community. The Meal A Day menu for July 6-10, 2020 includes: Monday – Smothered Beef Patties, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans and a Roll Tuesday – Chicken Pot Pie, Broccoli and a Roll Wednesday – Sliced Ham, Macaroni and Cheese,...

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Simple Pleasures: Celebrating July 4th, 2020
Jul05

Simple Pleasures: Celebrating July 4th, 2020

“The Fourth” was celebrated and observed in Northeast Texas in a variety of ways. Though most gatherings were small, and for the most part among family members, July 4th 2020 was still marked by doing things that make summer memorable. How did you celebrate yours? Here’s a few glimpses from here and there. Garden produce is bountiful this summer. Many enjoyed watermelon and field-ripe corn. Whether you like purple...

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Temporary Waiver Of Vehicle Title, Registration Requirements Still In Effect
Jul03

Temporary Waiver Of Vehicle Title, Registration Requirements Still In Effect

TxDMV logo Texans still get a break from certain vehicle title and registration requirements due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas Department of Motor Vehicles reported July 3. The temporary waiver, announced by Governor Greg Abbott on March 16, 2020, remains in effect. The waiver covers the following services: Initial vehicle registration.Vehicle registration renewal.Vehicle titling.Renewal of permanent disabled parking placards.30-day...

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Governor’s Order, Proclamation Require Face  Coverings In Public, Restrict Social Gatherings
Jul02

Governor’s Order, Proclamation Require Face Coverings In Public, Restrict Social Gatherings

Hopkins County Judge Has Filed For An Exemption To Opt Out Of Requirements Governor Greg Abbott July 2 issued another Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with a few exceptions. Local authorities say Hopkins County meets the terms for the exemption. Governor Greg Abbott discusses GA-29 and the proclamation filed at...

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Drunk Driving Victims Share Heartbreaking Stories in Effort to Stop Drinking and Driving
Jul02

Drunk Driving Victims Share Heartbreaking Stories in Effort to Stop Drinking and Driving

NEWS RELEASE   [email protected] (512) 463-8700     DRUNK DRIVING VICTIMS SHARE HEARTBREAKING STORIES IN EFFORT TO STOP DRINKING AND DRIVING TxDOT’s ‘Plan While You Can’ campaign features personal stories urging drivers to plan for a sober ride         July 2, 2020AUSTIN – Sean Carter’s ability to speak was taken from him more than 15 years ago, when he was a college junior and went out drinking with friends. He knew...

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Judy Gilreath Applauds Dinner Bell Sponsors, Volunteers, Community Partners and GSC Inc.
Jul02

Judy Gilreath Applauds Dinner Bell Sponsors, Volunteers, Community Partners and GSC Inc.

July 1 “curbside service” volunteers from Grocery Supply and Fidelity Express Judy Gilreath and the volunteers of Dinner Bell know how important sponsors are when it comes to feeding a crowd every week! So are willing, knowledgeable kitchen helpers and the indispensable community partners who make the Dinner Bell wheels turn, week in and week out. Although Judy has always loved cooking and being in the kitchen she admits...

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