Celebrate the Holiday Season Outside at a Texas State Park
December 6, 2024 – AUSTIN— The weather has cooled and the leaves are falling, which means the holidays have finally arrived in Texas. In the spirit of the holidays, Texas State Parks are hosting a suite of different seasonal activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy, including themed guided walks, crafting events and more. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) highly encourages anyone planning a trip to a Texas...
Wildcat Bands Have a Busy Schedule This December
December 5, 2024 – The SSISD Wildcat and Jazz Bands have a busy schedule this December. Don’t miss any of their performances. They are a talented group of students.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Launches Major Legislative Initiative to Ban All THC
December 5, 2024 – “Thousands of Stores Have Opened to Sell All Types of Dangerous Products with Unlimited THC. These Stores Even Target Your Children.” AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today announcing Senate Bill 3 will be legislation to ban all forms of consumable Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) from being sold in Texas: “Everyone knows that agriculture is part of the fabric of Texas. In 2019, the Texas...
‘Serendipity by the Sea’ Gala to be Held on January 25, 2025
December 5, 2024 – More sponsors lend their support to the annual gala that supports our local hospital, CHRISTUS Mother Frances – Sulphur Springs. Alliance Bank Alliance Bank is sponsoring the Serendipity by the Sea Gala to be held on January 25, 2025. This annual event funds a local healthcare project. Representatives of Alliance Bank and the Gala Chairs, the Burgin family, gather for a big check photo to recognize...
BBQ Lunch on Friday Supports Blue Santa
December 5, 2024 – You can call ahead to make sure you get your delicious BBQ dinner provided each year by CJ Duffy. He will be with the Blue Santa crew at the Walmart in Sulphur Springs on Friday December 6, 2024. Call 903 438 4044 for your order. Be a hero and buy you college a BBQ lunch and help kids in Hopkins County.
ERCOT Already Warning Texans About Winter Weather and the Power Grid
December 4, 2024 – Temps have finally cooled off across Texas and wintery weather is right around the corner. That means it’s also time for ERCOT’s warnings about winter weather and the possibility of power grid failures. ERCOT’s own meteorologists are forecasting a risk of “extreme winter weather” possibly impacting Texas, and if that happens, chances of blackouts increase. Chris Coleman,...
Tuufuli Named to Second Team All-Southland, First in Division I Era for Lion Volleyball
December 4, 2024 – East Texas A&M University volleyball player Kitana Tuufuli was named Second Team all-Southland Conference, becoming the first player to earn all-conference honors in the program’s Division I era. Tuufuli (St. Hedwig, Texas) was named to the seven-player second team all-conference list as the Lions went 7-9 in SLC action to tie for seventh place. On the season, Tuufuli totaled 303 kills, 33 blocks and hit...
Assistant City Manager States Applicant Has Withdrawn Zoning Request
December 3, 2024 – In an email received by KSST around 3pm Tuesday December 3, 2024, Tory Niewiadomski stated that the applicant for the recently approved zoning change has with drawn his application. Niewiadomski is the head of the Zoning and Planning board that approved the change during their November meeting. The Board recommended the City Council approve the change at the December 3rd meeting. I wanted to make you aware...
CHRISTUS Health Breaks Ground on Multi-specialty Clinic in Sulphur Springs
December 2, 2024 – SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas – CHRISTUS Health has broken ground on a new multi-specialty clinic in Sulphur Springs that will expand compassionate and exceptional care to the area. Located adjacent to CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs on Airport Road, construction has begun on the 11,000 square-foot CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic building with a projected completion date of spring 2026. Tyler-based HGR...
Blue Santa 2024
December 3, 2024 – Friday kicks off the annual Blue Santa Toy Drive in Hopkins County. Here’s your chance to help provide Christmas Cheer to children in Hopkins County that might not otherwise receive any Christmas gifts. Don’t forget the BBQ provided by CJ Duffey. Unlike past years, the weather will be fair and cool. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or some folding money to Walmart in Sulphur Springs. All donations...
