Chamber Connection – November 7, 2024
By Butch Burney Nominations are being accepted for Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Small and Large Businesses of the Year and other superlative recognitions. The awards will be announced at the Chamber’s membership banquet on Thursday, Feb. 13, at the Hopkins County Civic Center. Nominations can be sent to [email protected] or mailed to the following addresses: Citizen of the Year—Chamber of Commerce—110 Main Street,...
2024 Big Tex Business Masterclass Produces 15 Graduates
November 7, 2024 – On the evening of November 5, 2024, the annual Big Tex Business Masterclass concluded with a graduation ceremony for 15 hardworking and dedicated entrepreneurs. The five-month cohort comprised of several small businesses provides participants with a classroom, mentoring, and hands-on opportunities for growth and exposure to the food and beverage industry. The Big Tex Business Masterclass is a dynamic...
CPKC Holiday Train Will Be Close December 2, 2024.
November 6, 2024 – The much anticipated CPKC Holiday Train will make a stop in Texarkana, TX on December 2, 2024. The event will start around 4PM. A performance from American Authors and KT Tunstall is planned. Click here to see directions to the event. “The Holiday Train unites people in the spirit of the season as it travels across Canada and the United States, while generating critical support for our neighbours in need...
Curb Painting Company Does Not Have Permit to Solicit Door-to-Door
November 5, 2024 – City of Sulphur Springs warning residents that a company selling a service offering to paint address numbers on curbs is NOT a required service and that the company does not currently have a permit to sell “door-to-door” Solicitors involved with the company are saying that city services like police, fire and ambulance “look at the curb first for your address.” This information does not...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Deploys Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team
November 5, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has deployed an Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team in major counties throughout the State to monitor day-of election activity and address litigation arising from the election, as necessary. The Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team will be equipped to enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies, including issues seen in previous cycles such...
ED Chris Brown with the Economic Development Corp Visited on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Sulphur Springs EDC Executive Director Chris Brown sat down with John Mark. The two chatted about the small treasure Chris Brown found and brought to John Mark, Liberty Trailers large new facility being built, a group of important visitors Chris Brown got to show off Sulphur Springs to, and much more. Give this segment a view and learn how Sulphur Springs...
SSHS Wildcat Theatre Presents Their Fall Show, EPIC
November 4, 2024 – Wildcat Theatre would like to invite you to our fabulous fall show! As always our fall show is super fun and highlights the skills of all of our talented students! This year’s show is the hilarious comedy EPIC PROPORTIONS. (It’s our funniest show since CLUE–you don’t want to miss it!) Set in the 1930s, Epic Proportions tells the story of two brothers, Benny (senior Aiden...
Gala Goal Announced
November 4, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Annual Gala has become part of the fabric of Hopkins County. Many locals affectionately call it the adult prom. It is a fun evening that gives attendees the chance to dress up and enjoy dinner, a live band, friends, and dancing. The Gala is also a party with a purpose. This year’s project is an upgrade for the MRI at CHRISTUS Mother...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 10-27-2024 – 11-2-2024
Arrests: Garcia,Ashlie, age 41, of Kingman, AZ was arrested on 10/28/24 for warrants out of Wood County Sheriff’s Office. Elmore,Brandon, age 35, of Elgin, TX was arrested on 11/1/24 for DWI. Abbott,Jamie, age 44, of Winnsboro, TX was arrested for Poss CS PG1/1-B >= 4G<200G. Johnson,Melinda, age 52, of Winnsboro, TX was arrested for FALSE REPRT INDUCE EMERG RESP. West,Sherry, age 55, of Scroggins, TX was arrested for MAN DEL...
Check out our Coverage of the Wildcats District Game Versus Lake Dallas from November 1st
November 4, 2024 – Check out KSST’s coverage of the Wildcats District football game against the Lake Dallas Falcons from Friday, November 1, 2024, below. The game was played in Corinth, Texas. KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey called Play by Play and Tony Flipping provided Color Commentary. Be sure to check out all the exciting action of this Wildcats game below! Go...