It's undeniable now that Thanksgiving is nearly upon us, with three pages of Thanksgiving salutations from local businesses in this week's Shopper. This year, while you're shopping for your family's feast, consider picking up a few items for Hunt county's residents who are truly hungry, and not just metaphorically starving for an annual helping of turkey and pumpkin pie. Hunt County Shared Ministries is now accepting donations for its FISH Food Drive, which can be dropped off at their office, located at 2805 King Street in Greenville. Suggestions include grain products, like whole grain bread and pasta, canned veggies, fruit and soup, dried milk, canned fish and meat, peanut butter, canned chili, Hamburger Helper, cake mixes, and household and personal items like cleaning supplies, shampoo, toothbrushes and baby items. For more information, call HCSM at 903-455-0545.
For this week's Thankgving page, we cribbed a few suggestions from Psychology Today on nurturing gratitude during the year's festivities. Here are a few: first, think carefully about what you're grateful for this year, aiming to come up with at least ten things. Then, share your realizations with your family by arranging a time when everyone can discuss what they're thankful for. Also, make sure to give thanks directly to the people you have helped you in your life, and make an effort to let go of past injustices. Finally, if all this talking is making you nervous, just offer to help out! Cleaning the kitchen may not be the equivalent of thanking your grandmother for all she's done for you, but she'll probably be just as pleased that you scraped the turkey pan, instead of her.
Even though Thanksgiving won't technically be here until next week, here at the Hunt County Shopper, we're extending appreciation to all our readers and advertisers a little early. After all, if it weren't for you, we wouldn't be here! So, please accept a big, fat Thanksgiving thank you, from all of us, to all of you. Enjoy the holiday! We know we will.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
November 9th Edition Higlights
Looking to do some good this Holiday season? We have some ideas in this week's paper. To get started, just take a look at our front page, which has a few suggestions for volunteerism during the holidays.Since making a fiscal donation isn't an option for everyone (especially in this economy), here are some ideas for donating a little bit of your time to the community.
First, consider giving teachers and other school staffmembers a break during the Holidays - schools are frequently understaffed around this time of year, and can really use the help of parents or other community members. Spending time with the elderly at a nearby assisted-living facility, or as part of a home visitor program, is also a great way to reach out that costs nothing, but can mean a world to a lonely senior. Finally, offer to lend a hand to other busy families, especially single-parent households, who may be struggling to pull it all together during this hectic time of year. Offer to carpool or babysit while other parents shop - you never know, they might return the favor and save you some time, too!
If you're looking to make a more tangible donation, the VFW Post 4011 & American Legion Post 17's Santa Express project is now in full swing. You can donate Christmas bikes and toys to the children of soldiers stationed at Ft. Hood at a number of local businesses, at the VFW Post 4011 on 5200 Wellington Street in Greenville, or the Walworth Harrison Public Library in Greenville. The cutoffdates are November 19th for toys and November 26th for bikes. For a complete listing of dropoff sites, see page 6 of this week's paper.
If you're looking for a more comprehensive list of charities, MarthaStewart.com offers a myriad of excellent suggestions, whether you're looking to donate a card or a car. Whether you give a little or a lot, you can still make a difference in someone's life this Holiday Season.
First, consider giving teachers and other school staffmembers a break during the Holidays - schools are frequently understaffed around this time of year, and can really use the help of parents or other community members. Spending time with the elderly at a nearby assisted-living facility, or as part of a home visitor program, is also a great way to reach out that costs nothing, but can mean a world to a lonely senior. Finally, offer to lend a hand to other busy families, especially single-parent households, who may be struggling to pull it all together during this hectic time of year. Offer to carpool or babysit while other parents shop - you never know, they might return the favor and save you some time, too!
If you're looking to make a more tangible donation, the VFW Post 4011 & American Legion Post 17's Santa Express project is now in full swing. You can donate Christmas bikes and toys to the children of soldiers stationed at Ft. Hood at a number of local businesses, at the VFW Post 4011 on 5200 Wellington Street in Greenville, or the Walworth Harrison Public Library in Greenville. The cutoffdates are November 19th for toys and November 26th for bikes. For a complete listing of dropoff sites, see page 6 of this week's paper.
If you're looking for a more comprehensive list of charities, MarthaStewart.com offers a myriad of excellent suggestions, whether you're looking to donate a card or a car. Whether you give a little or a lot, you can still make a difference in someone's life this Holiday Season.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
November 2nd Edition Highlights
Can you believe it's November? We're already counting down the days to our respective turkey-induced comas on the 24th, but, in the meanwhile, we're also psyching ourselves up for the Greenville Chamber of Commerce's Annual Business Showcase. Our booth will be located in Building #2, but you don't have to come just to see us (although, personally, we think that sounds like a pretty good excuse for attendance) - there will be dozens of vendors, outside and inside, new and antique car shows, an inside yard sale, a Chinese auction, adoptive pets and more. The Showcase will take place at the Hunt County Fairgrounds on Thursday, November 3rd, from 11am until 6pm.
Unfortunately, November ushers in more than just the Holidays - flu season is also right around the corner. Besides completely isolating yourself from society for the next few months (you would miss Thanksgiving dinner, just in case you're considering this as a viable option), the only way to ensure that you don't catch the flu is to get a flu shot. There are many places to get one this year, but Quick Care in Greenville offers something extra: for $20, you'll get a flu shot and simultaneously donate $5 to Bras for the Cause. Get your vaccination on and support a good cause on Thursday, November 3rd, from 7am to 10am. For more information, check out the ad on page 7 of this week's paper.
If you or anyone you know has never met a stranger and can correctly use the phrase "business casual" in a sentence, we may be looking for you! The Hunt County Shopper is seeking job candidates, preferably with sales experience, to work full-time from our office. The ability to close phone and in-person sales is a must, and you must be able to work well with the rest of our staff. If this sounds like you, visit our office and drop off your resume at 3617 Wesley Street in Greenville, across from the Family Video.
Unfortunately, November ushers in more than just the Holidays - flu season is also right around the corner. Besides completely isolating yourself from society for the next few months (you would miss Thanksgiving dinner, just in case you're considering this as a viable option), the only way to ensure that you don't catch the flu is to get a flu shot. There are many places to get one this year, but Quick Care in Greenville offers something extra: for $20, you'll get a flu shot and simultaneously donate $5 to Bras for the Cause. Get your vaccination on and support a good cause on Thursday, November 3rd, from 7am to 10am. For more information, check out the ad on page 7 of this week's paper.
If you or anyone you know has never met a stranger and can correctly use the phrase "business casual" in a sentence, we may be looking for you! The Hunt County Shopper is seeking job candidates, preferably with sales experience, to work full-time from our office. The ability to close phone and in-person sales is a must, and you must be able to work well with the rest of our staff. If this sounds like you, visit our office and drop off your resume at 3617 Wesley Street in Greenville, across from the Family Video.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
October 26th Edition Highlights
Our front page story this week focuses on the Greenville Kiwanis Club's 60th Annual Children's Charitable Auction, an event that has been featured in our paper every year, for decades. The Kiwanis Club is an organization dedicated to service of the community, and, over the years, local Kiwanians have worked with over 300 local businesses and individual sponsors to collect donated items to auction and raise funds to support the needs of area children. This year's auction will be held at the Fletcher Warren Civic Center in Greenville, on October 26th and 27th. The public is welcome, and there will be door prizes and a free meal.
We haven't forgotten that Halloween is this week, and families can find several ways to celebrate the holiday in this edition. Trick-or-Treat at the Crossroads Mall in Greenville will take place on Halloween, October 31st, at 6:00pm. A costume contest will be held at 6:30, for kids ages 0-10. Additionally, this week is the last of the annual DrugFree Greenville celebration, which wraps up with Halloween on the Square in downtown Greenville. This family-friendly function also takes place on Halloween, from 4-6pm, and will feature live music by Bad Moon Rising, trick-or-treating, games & activities, concessions, a costume contest and more. Last but not least, this is also the last week of the Shopper's Halloween Safety Coloring Contest. Check out the picture on page 11 for kids ages 11-12 years old to color and submit for a chance to win great prizes and appear in our paper!
Of course, don't forget to check out this week's edition for great deals on everything from golf carts to graveyard plots - you can buy, sell or trade [almost] anything in the Hunt County Shopper.
We haven't forgotten that Halloween is this week, and families can find several ways to celebrate the holiday in this edition. Trick-or-Treat at the Crossroads Mall in Greenville will take place on Halloween, October 31st, at 6:00pm. A costume contest will be held at 6:30, for kids ages 0-10. Additionally, this week is the last of the annual DrugFree Greenville celebration, which wraps up with Halloween on the Square in downtown Greenville. This family-friendly function also takes place on Halloween, from 4-6pm, and will feature live music by Bad Moon Rising, trick-or-treating, games & activities, concessions, a costume contest and more. Last but not least, this is also the last week of the Shopper's Halloween Safety Coloring Contest. Check out the picture on page 11 for kids ages 11-12 years old to color and submit for a chance to win great prizes and appear in our paper!
Of course, don't forget to check out this week's edition for great deals on everything from golf carts to graveyard plots - you can buy, sell or trade [almost] anything in the Hunt County Shopper.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
October 19th Edition Highlights
This Tuesday, we're finally welcoming some (actually) cooler weather as we get ready to distribute this week's paper - yay! In addition to making note of the fact that you should probably start wearing a jacket in the morning, you may have observed that, for the past few weeks, your Shopper has been coming in two sections. To answer your questions: yes, we are doing this on purpose, and, yes, we do have a reason - a good one! Due to the high demand for color, we've been running out of color space, and, to get more, it's necessary to print the paper in two sections. That means more color availability for our advertisers, as well as a little more color in the lives of our readers. We hope you like it!
The focal point of this week's front page story is community events again - each is on Saturday, October 22nd, and each is for a good cause. Webb Hill 4-H is offering free flea and tick dippings for your pet from 8am to 1pm this Saturday. The event will take place in front of and is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company in Greenville. There will also be grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks available, and donations, while not required, are greatly appreciated, as they will go toward helping the 4-H youth cover the expenses of their club projects. To learn more about this event, and Webb Hill 4-H, check out their Facebook!
Meaningwhile, at the Greenville High School camps, between 9am and 4pm on Saturday, Ford will be lending a hand to students by hosting its Ford Drive One 4 Ur School event. When you show up at the school and test drive a new Ford, Ford will donate $20 toward a school project, and an additional $10 if you drive the new Ford Focus. There will also be food, entertainment and auto glass repair available, and all proceeds will go toward funding school projects.
If you've been wanting to know how the Hunt County Shopper stacks up against local competition, look no farther than this week's paper! On page 12, we break it down for you. Find out why we make the best use of your advertising dollars, whether you're getting the word out about a garage sale or grocery store. Plus, check out the rest of the paper for more family-friendly events, bargains and more!
The focal point of this week's front page story is community events again - each is on Saturday, October 22nd, and each is for a good cause. Webb Hill 4-H is offering free flea and tick dippings for your pet from 8am to 1pm this Saturday. The event will take place in front of and is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company in Greenville. There will also be grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks available, and donations, while not required, are greatly appreciated, as they will go toward helping the 4-H youth cover the expenses of their club projects. To learn more about this event, and Webb Hill 4-H, check out their Facebook!
Meaningwhile, at the Greenville High School camps, between 9am and 4pm on Saturday, Ford will be lending a hand to students by hosting its Ford Drive One 4 Ur School event. When you show up at the school and test drive a new Ford, Ford will donate $20 toward a school project, and an additional $10 if you drive the new Ford Focus. There will also be food, entertainment and auto glass repair available, and all proceeds will go toward funding school projects.
If you've been wanting to know how the Hunt County Shopper stacks up against local competition, look no farther than this week's paper! On page 12, we break it down for you. Find out why we make the best use of your advertising dollars, whether you're getting the word out about a garage sale or grocery store. Plus, check out the rest of the paper for more family-friendly events, bargains and more!
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
October 12th Edition Highlights
This weekend, plenty of family-friendly activities are planned around the Hunt County area. Let's take a look at a few that are featured in this week's paper.
On the front page, there are two events slated for Saturday: the Benefit Motor Show in Caddo Mills, and a Health Fair at the Community Seeds campus in Lone Oak. The Motor Show will feature over 20 classes of cars, trucks, tractors and motorcycles, crafts booths, a Kids' Korner, refreshments and new cars and trailers displayed by local dealers. The public is invited, and there is no charge for attendance. The Health Fair, presented by Community Seeds and Wound Care at Memorial, will feature door prizes, hot dogs and drinks, free kids' haircuts, veterinary services for pets, flu shots, on-site screenings, and blood donations will be accepted. For more information on either of these events, check out the front page of this week's paper!
This is also the second week of our Halloween Safety Coloring Contest, this week, for kids ages 6-8. Turn your entries in by October 21 at 9am for a chance to receive several great prizes!
Don't forget about DrugFree Greenville's Red Ribbon activities for this week - several events are taking place for students, but, for something the whole family can enjoy together, this Sunday is Red Ribbon Sunday at Greenville churches. Scripture-based teachings on the evils of drug use are sure to be aplenty, but make sure your church of choice is participating, just in case.
If you're willing to travel a little farther east this weekend, the 4th Annual Help-A-Child event at the Bartley Auction Complex in Sulphur Springs (4163 Hwy 19 South) will be held this Saturday. There will be a chili cook-off, tractor pulls, a live band, bounce houses for the kids, and, of course, an auction, all to benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, the Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center and the Southern Christian Home for Children. For more information, see the ad on page 11 of this week's paper.
For more information on other local events, like garage sales (yes, everyone is still having one), be sure to check out this week's paper, coming to homes, racks and our website tomorrow!
On the front page, there are two events slated for Saturday: the Benefit Motor Show in Caddo Mills, and a Health Fair at the Community Seeds campus in Lone Oak. The Motor Show will feature over 20 classes of cars, trucks, tractors and motorcycles, crafts booths, a Kids' Korner, refreshments and new cars and trailers displayed by local dealers. The public is invited, and there is no charge for attendance. The Health Fair, presented by Community Seeds and Wound Care at Memorial, will feature door prizes, hot dogs and drinks, free kids' haircuts, veterinary services for pets, flu shots, on-site screenings, and blood donations will be accepted. For more information on either of these events, check out the front page of this week's paper!
This is also the second week of our Halloween Safety Coloring Contest, this week, for kids ages 6-8. Turn your entries in by October 21 at 9am for a chance to receive several great prizes!
Don't forget about DrugFree Greenville's Red Ribbon activities for this week - several events are taking place for students, but, for something the whole family can enjoy together, this Sunday is Red Ribbon Sunday at Greenville churches. Scripture-based teachings on the evils of drug use are sure to be aplenty, but make sure your church of choice is participating, just in case.
If you're willing to travel a little farther east this weekend, the 4th Annual Help-A-Child event at the Bartley Auction Complex in Sulphur Springs (4163 Hwy 19 South) will be held this Saturday. There will be a chili cook-off, tractor pulls, a live band, bounce houses for the kids, and, of course, an auction, all to benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, the Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center and the Southern Christian Home for Children. For more information, see the ad on page 11 of this week's paper.
For more information on other local events, like garage sales (yes, everyone is still having one), be sure to check out this week's paper, coming to homes, racks and our website tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
October 5th Edition Highlights
It's October, which means Halloween and other various forms of fall fun are now in sight! With plenty of activities scattered throughout the cooler month of October, you and your family are sure to be able to find a community event that suits your interests.
This weekend, Hooten's Hardware in Emory will be hosting an Outdoor Power Demo Day, Friday and Saturday, from 9am 'til 3pm. There will be free food, Echo, Stihl and Toro factory reps will be on-site, and discounts will be offered on all outdoor power products. Plus, kids will have an opportunity to have their photo taken with the Sustaire Racing Car.
Next week, the Third Annual Bras for the Cause contest will be held on Thursday, October 13th. Businesses, teams and individuals from around Hunt County will be designing bras for the event, and participators will pay to cast their votes for their favorites. The bra that raises the most money for the Hunt Regional Healthcare Foundation wins - and all proceeds will go toward providing supplies such wigs and prostheses to breast cancer survivors who can't afford them. The event will start at 6:30 at the Blue Armadillo Winery, continue to the Uptown Forum and end at Landon's Winery. For more information, just follow the link.
Also in this week's Shopper, check out our annual Halloween Safety Coloring Contest. This week, a picture has been provided for kids ages 4-5 to color. Turn in your entries by October 14th at 9am to be eligible to receive great prizes from local businesses. And check back each week during the entire month of October for contests for different age groups!
This weekend, Hooten's Hardware in Emory will be hosting an Outdoor Power Demo Day, Friday and Saturday, from 9am 'til 3pm. There will be free food, Echo, Stihl and Toro factory reps will be on-site, and discounts will be offered on all outdoor power products. Plus, kids will have an opportunity to have their photo taken with the Sustaire Racing Car.
Next week, the Third Annual Bras for the Cause contest will be held on Thursday, October 13th. Businesses, teams and individuals from around Hunt County will be designing bras for the event, and participators will pay to cast their votes for their favorites. The bra that raises the most money for the Hunt Regional Healthcare Foundation wins - and all proceeds will go toward providing supplies such wigs and prostheses to breast cancer survivors who can't afford them. The event will start at 6:30 at the Blue Armadillo Winery, continue to the Uptown Forum and end at Landon's Winery. For more information, just follow the link.
Also in this week's Shopper, check out our annual Halloween Safety Coloring Contest. This week, a picture has been provided for kids ages 4-5 to color. Turn in your entries by October 14th at 9am to be eligible to receive great prizes from local businesses. And check back each week during the entire month of October for contests for different age groups!
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