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God’s Superheroes at St. Luke Baptist Church
Jun06

God’s Superheroes at St. Luke Baptist Church

June 6, 2024 – Vacation Bible School starts June 24, 2024 and continues through June 27, 2024 at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church from 6:00pm until 8:30pm each evening. Rev. Troy L. Young is pastor at the church located at FM 2285 & Co Rd 4762 in Sulphur Springs. The theme of this year’s vacation bible school is “God’s Superheroes” To find out more info call the church at 903-439-3273 or email them...

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Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Cooper Lake’s Steve Killian From April 9th
Apr14

Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Cooper Lake’s Steve Killian From April 9th

April 14, 2024 – On this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian. The interview was conducted on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the KSST studios in Sulphur Springs, Texas. John Mark and Steve discussed the eclipse, Earth Day, the next steps in Steve Killian’s career, and much more. Be sure to check out the video down below. A...

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Franklin County Historical Association Meeting Will Feature Program On Eclipses April 8th
Apr04

Franklin County Historical Association Meeting Will Feature Program On Eclipses April 8th

April 4, 2024 – The next Franklin County Historical Association Meeting will feature a program on eclipses. The meeting will be held Monday, April 8, 2024, beginning at 7:00pm. The meeting will be held at the Glove Factory, 201 Dallas Street, in Mt. Vernon, Texas. Naturalist and author Matt White will be the guest speaker. The meeting is free and open to the public. A reception with refreshments provided by your FCHA Board to...

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Trash Collection Scheduled Early for Eclipse Monday, April 8, 2024
Apr02

Trash Collection Scheduled Early for Eclipse Monday, April 8, 2024

April 2, 2024 – City of Sulphur Springs staff urge those residents that are normally scheduled for trash collection on Mondays to have their trash to the curb by 5:00 am this coming Monday morning as trash crews will be running early that day in advance of the eclipse that afternoon. Other trash collection companies in the county may be running early as well to avoid getting tied up in any extra traffic that may be on the...

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CHRISTUS Health: Prioritize Eye Safety During April Solar Eclipse
Mar28

CHRISTUS Health: Prioritize Eye Safety During April Solar Eclipse

March 28, 2024 – (IRVING, Texas) – With so many people looking to the skies on April 8 to view a rare total solar eclipse, the potential for eye injuries is real.  Clinicians caution that eclipse viewers should prioritize eye safety and take steps to ensure their eyes are protected. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” said Dr. Damon Smith, an ophthalmologist with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. “We want people to enjoy...

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As Local Couple Plans Eclipse Skydive, FAA Warns of Impact to Air Travel on April 8th
Mar23

As Local Couple Plans Eclipse Skydive, FAA Warns of Impact to Air Travel on April 8th

March 23, 2024 – The Federal Aviation Administration is warning travelers and pilots the total solar eclipse in April could snarl air traffic, especially at airports located in what is known as the path of totality. Hundreds of airports are either located in the path totality or are close enough in proximity to service aviators interested in the phenomenon. The FAA bulletin includes major airports such as Dallas-Fort Worth...

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Solar Eclipse: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event?
Mar19

Solar Eclipse: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event?

March 19, 2024 – For most of us, this April 8th will provide an opportunity to be front and center of what may be a once-in-a-lifetime event. A total solar eclipse is a rare event, recurring somewhere on Earth every 18 months on average. It is estimated to recur at any given location only every 360–410 years on average. That data makes Sulphur Springs a very rare place for a very rare occurence as our tiny town sits in the very...

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A Second Cup of Coffee with Guest Steve Killian from Cooper Lake from March 12th
Mar15

A Second Cup of Coffee with Guest Steve Killian from Cooper Lake from March 12th

March 15, 2024 – In another interview with Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian on A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark and Steve discuss such topics as the upcoming eclipse, the need for volunteers, the changing of the seasons, and more. Be sure to check out the segment filmed at the KSST studios on March 12, 2024, below! Cooper Lake State Park Sunset...

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Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Steve Killian Conducted March 12th
Mar13

Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Steve Killian Conducted March 12th

Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian sat down with John Mark Dempsey on KSST’s A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey. They chatted about such topics as the upcoming eclipse, Luck of the Irish Archery Shoot event for St. Patrick’s Day, The Levy Walk, and more. Be sure to check it out below! Cooper Lake State Park Eclipse day...

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Texas A&M University Commerce Plans Eclipse Viewing Event for University Community, General Public
Mar12

Texas A&M University Commerce Plans Eclipse Viewing Event for University Community, General Public

March 12, 2024 – COMMERCE, TEXAS—The public is invited to attend a free viewing event for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 at Texas A&M University-Commerce.  The event is scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. at A&M-Commerce’s Memorial Stadium, located at 1606 State Highway 24 in Commerce. Attendees will enjoy educational presentations, activities and the perfect place to witness the last solar eclipse viewable...

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