More Suspects Caught Up in Cattle Theft
January 22, 2025 – Two more suspects will be spending the night in the Hopkins County Jail as two suspects have bonded out of jail in a local cattle theft case. As the plot thickens on the theft of almost 100 head of cattle, so far, Gabriel Gomez, age 20, and Jeremy Gomez, age 19, are the latest suspects facing theft charges in the cattle case stemming from an investigation on Farm-to-Market Road 3236. The investigation now...
Incorporating Indoor Plants Into Your Home can Enhance Your Living Space by Mario Villarino
January 18, 2025 – Incorporating indoor plants into your home can enhance your living space and provide various health benefits. According to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, plants can improve mental health by reducing stress levels, especially during the winter months. For those new to indoor gardening or seeking low-maintenance options, consider the following plants: • Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata): Thrives in...
City of Sulphur Springs Prepares For Next City Council Election
Sulphur Springs City Hall January 15, 2025 – Sulphur Springs City Secretary, Natalie Burling, has already received two applications for the upcoming May 3, 2025 election for Place 4 and Place 5 on the Sulphur Springs City Council. January 15th was the first day to file for a place in the upcoming election and the two incumbents were quick to file their paperwork to be on the ballot for reelection. Tommy Harrison, incumbent Place...
Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) is a Leading Health Challenge in Cattle Production by Mario Villarino
December 16, 2024 – Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD)—a leading health challenge in cattle production, particularly during times of stress. BRD is one of the most significant health challenges facing the cattle industry, impacting productivity and profitability. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service provides research-based information, tools, and strategies to help producers effectively manage and mitigate the effects of...
Nitrate Poisoning in Cattle is a Critical Issue by Mario Villarino
December 5, 2024 – Nitrate poisoning in cattle is a critical issue that can occur when animals consume feed or forage with high nitrate levels, often due to environmental or agricultural conditions. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides guidelines for understanding and managing this risk effectively. Causes of Nitrate Poisoning Forages with High Nitrate Content: Crops like sorghum, millet, and certain weeds (e.g.,...
Prussic Acid is a Highly Toxic Compound that can Develop in Certain Plants by Mario Villarino
November 26, 2024 – Prussic acid, also known as hydrocyanic acid (HCN), is a highly toxic compound that can develop in certain plants, particularly under stress. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides essential guidance on managing prussic acid risks in livestock forage, especially in sorghum, sorghum-sudangrass, and johnsongrass, which are common in Texas pastures and can pose significant health risks to grazing animals....
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Releases Photo of Suspected Truck Believed to be Used in Crimes
October 30, 2024 – Gangs burglarizing cars in Hopkins County seem to be well organized and using stolen vehicles to committ these crimes. One suspected vehicle being used has been identified as a stolen 2015 Chevrolet pickup. This vehicle may have scratches as it was driven through a barbed wire fence as it was stolen several months ago. Law enforcement believes the license plates will have been changed on the vehicle with...
Sulphur Springs City Council Has Full Agenda for November Meeting
October 29, 2024 – The regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will take place at City Hall Tuesday, November 5th with the public portion of the meeting starting at 7:00 pm. Council members and city staff will begin an executive session at 6:30 pm to consult with an attorney, to hold Negotiations about Real Property; and to hold Deliberations Regarding Economic Development: Thermo 2 known as Thermo 2. Executive...
Hopkins County Sheriff Tatum Makes Plea to Residents In Effort to Prevent Car Burglaries
October 24, 2024 – In a recent press release to KSST News, Hopkins County Sheriff Lewis Tatum encourages residents to do their part in preventing car burglaries. Press Release:Recent Car Burglaries: I need all residents to be vigilant about locking their vehicles. Please take any weapons and allvaluable items out of the vehicles. The same group that burglarized our county and surroundingcounties are sending more crews through...
Blackleg; Highly Infectious Disease Affecting Cattle by Mario Villarino
October 21, 2024 – Blackleg is a highly infectious bacterial disease affecting cattle, primarily young calves between six months to two years old. It is caused by Clostridium chauvoei, a spore-forming bacterium that is naturally present in the soil. The disease is often fatal, with affected animals showing sudden symptoms such as lameness, swelling, and high fever, leading to rapid death. In Texas, where cattle ranching is...
