Hughes Springs HAPPENINGS
CITY NEWS
The City of Hughes Springs has received a HOME Investment Partnerships Program grant from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to build new houses for low-income homeowners.
The purpose of the HOME Program is to expand the supply of decent, safe, and affordable housing for low-income households. The program provides funds to demolish substandard housing and build a new home on the same site. To qualify for the program, homeowners must live in a substandard home, reside within the city limits of Hughes Springs, own their own home, be current on their property taxes, have no liens or encumbrances on their property and have an income at or below 80% of the Cass County median income.
There is no cost to the homeowner to participate in the HOME program. The assistance is provided in the form of a conditional grant for five years or a deferred forgivable loan of 15 years. If the homeowner sells their home within that time period, they must repay a portion of the cost of the home. After that time period, the grant or loan is forgiven.
Applications for the HOME program are available at Hughes Springs City Hall, 603 E 1st St. An online application is available at bit.ly/HughesSpringsHOMEApp. Applicants who complete an application and provide all necessary documentation will be contacted for an interview and verification of information. The grant extends over a three-year period. Qualified residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For more information about the HOME Program,
For more information about the HOME Program, contact the City of Hughes Springs at (903) 639-7519 or Kathy Boyles at (903) 276-4995.
Take Note: Car registration renewals are available at City Hall. Registration cannot be past due, and proof of insurance and inspection is required.
Municipal Judge Bassham now accepts debit and credit cards for tickets. If you have an outstanding ticket and would like to take care of it in this manner, call 903- 639-7268.
The annual Sparks in The Park Auto & Cycle Show, scheduled for June 27th, has been canceled.
The City of Hughes Springs takes credit/debit card payments online or by phone. There is a convenience fee of 4%. To make a payment by phone, call 844-556-6256. For online payments, please visit www.hughesspringstxusa.com.
LEGACY NEWS The Legacy Event Center is now available for book
The Legacy Event Center is now available for bookings, following state guidelines. For additional information, or to book an event, please call The Legacy at 903- 639-1095. Business hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
June 1st: Canvas & Cocktails Paint Class, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Class is $25 and includes everything needed for a 16x20 can vas. Call 903-639-1095 to reserve a spot for this class. Cash or check payments only.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS
Business Spotlight
The Chamber is putting a Spotlight on First Baptist Church: First Baptist Church of Hughes Springs, Texas was organized in July 1881 with a membership of 12 people. After being destroyed three times, the church was built in its current location at 302 E 3rd St. and has remained there ever since.
Today, the church is passionately committed to the town of Hughes Springs. Their mission statement, “Engaging the lost, so that we may evangelize, edify, educate and equip them in order to fulfill the great commission.”
Currently, the church has worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. until further notice. The church office is open during the week and the staff is available at all times to the congregation.
The staff includes Pastor Joseph Adams, Music Minister, Adam Perkins and Youth Minister Jeff Perritte.
Visit their website at www.gbchs.org and their Facebook page at First Baptist Church Hughes Springs Texas.
Hughes Springs Cruise Night: Cruise Night will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 101 E 1st St. on the third Friday of each month from May until October. There will be a food vendor on-site and drawing for prizes. Contact Autumn Walker for more information, 903-431-3547.
Hometown 4th of July Celebration: The year 2020 has been a wild ride! This is a challenging time for all of us, and our hearts go out to everyone affected by the outbreak of COVID-19. We are monitoring this situation, and we strive to comply with guidance and regulations from government and public health authorities. Even during these trying times, we are preparing and planning for our Annual Hometown July 4th Celebration and Fireworks Show. The show will be Saturday, July 4th. Please watch the Hughes Springs Chamber of Commerce Facebook page and the Hughes Springs Hometown 4th Celebration Facebook page for further details.
LIBRARY NEWS
The Library will reopen Tuesday, June 2. Masks are strongly encouraged, and patrons must stay six feet apart. If you are sick in any way, please stay home. Curbside will continue if you do not feel comfortable coming into the library. Library hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.