Paris Junior College has Significant Positive Economic Impact on Region
PJC-Sulphur Springs Center Public Information Services PJC has significant positive economic impact on region A recent economic impact study done by Emsi based on 2018-2019 fiscal year data shows the value of Paris Junior College and demonstrates how integral PJC is to the regional economy. PJC creates a significant positive impact on the business community and generates a return on investment to its major stakeholder groups –...
Chamber Connection – July 2
By Lezley Brown, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Lezley Brown The fireworks for 4th of July have been cancelled, however, please remember that the Symphony League is holding their concert and fireworks celebration on Saturday, Sept. 5. Mark your calendars! The Hopkins County Adult Leadership is happy to announce that we are currently taking applications for the 2020-21 class. The Adult Leadership Class is a community...
Chamber Connection – June 25, 2020
By Lezley Brown, CEO/President Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce We had a great time spending the day outside at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce 31st Annual Golf Tournament. The Catacon team made up of Jarred Pickett, Tanner Ragan, Chuck Vititow, Cade Stone, DanielRoper, and Robbie Russell took home the first-place net trophy. The Interstate Body Shop team made up of Chuck Sickles, Kelly Hair, Haden, Kason Sickles, Kip...
HCUW 2020-21 Campaign Chair, New Board Member Introduced
Hopkins County United Way 2019-2020 Campaign Co-Chairs Bill and Beverley Owens announced Mike Horne as the HCUW 2020-21 campaign chair during a United Way Board meeting Wednesday morning, June 17, 2020 at Texas AgriLife Extension Office. Mike Horne, HCUW 2020-21 Campaign Chair “We really appreciate you stepping up and being campaign chair this year. Thank you very much,” said Beverley Owens, who will serve as co-president...
Chamber Connection – June 18, 2020
Lezley Brown By Lezley Brown, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce The Hopkins County Adult Leadership is happy to announce that we are currently taking applications for the 2020-21 class. The Adult Leadership Class is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for...
Future Outlook Bright For 2020 Gillis Foundation Scholarship Recipients
The applicants who applied to the John and Deborah Gillis Foundation for Bright Stars Scholarships were so impressive that only 0.02 of a point on the rating scale separated the 10th and 11th place finalists. When Executive Director Robin Shrode contacted John Gillis, he agreed an additional scholarship should be funded for another student, increasing the number of scholarships recipients in 2020 to 11. Awards and certificates for the...
Chamber Connection — June 11, 2020
Lezley Brown By Lezley Brown, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce The Hopkins County Adult Leadership is happy to announce that we are currently taking applications for the 2020-21 class. The Adult Leadership Class is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for...
Teer, Tran Named Top Seniors At Como-Pickton
Como-Pickton High School Principal Kelly Baird announced the top seniors at Como-Pickton. Makayla Marie Teer graduates at the top of her class as valedictorian and Sarah Tran as the salutatorian of the Senior Class of 2020. 2020 CPHS Valedictorian Makayla Marie Teer is the daughter of James and Eva Teer of Sulphur Springs. Her brothers and sister-in-law are Justin Teer of Sulphur Springs and Allan and Stephanie Teer of Greenville. She...
PJC Urges Business Owners To View Online SBA Informational Meeting
PJC-Sulphur Springs CenterPublic Information Services Paris SBDC to hold Tuesday (March 31) online Q&A for small business emergency loans The Paris Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been fielding many questions and assisting businesses with loan applications due to revenue loss during the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to help local businesses navigate these difficult economic times, the SBDC will hold a virtual meeting...
Paris Junior College Extends Spring Break One Week for Students
Although there are no cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) at Paris Junior College, there are some confirmed cases in nearby counties. Consequently, out of an abundance of concern for our students, faculty, staff, and our community, PJC has determined to extend the 2020 spring break for students for one week, March 16-20. Campuses will be closed to students during this week, but students may call the campus. This time will...
