Central Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs Will Hold a Fundraiser Concert February 8th
January 14, 2025 – Central Baptist Church of Sulphur Springs invites the public to a fundraiser concert featuring “Faiths Journey” on February 8, 2025, to raise money for the Youth Camp. Tickets are $10, kids age 12 and younger get in free. Tickets will be available at the door, or from one of the youth. For more information, please call 903-885-3660. The concert will begin at 6:00pm. Central Baptist Church Blue...
North Texas Food Bank to Mark 25th Anniversary of Empty Bowls Fundraiser on February 27
Event Proceeds Will Support North Texans Facing Hunger. Dallas, TX, January 14, 2025 – The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Empty Bowls fundraiser on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Perot Family Campus in Plano. Presented by Kroger, the event will feature bowl-friendly dishes from top local chefs, drinks, and the opportunity to select a handcrafted bowl made by local...
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Doubles Enchanted Rock State Natural Area with Expansion
January 14, 2025 – AUSTIN— The Texas Hill Country is about to get more “enchanting” thanks to the recent purchase of a 3,073-acre property adjacent to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Llano County. This property will double the amount of publicly available land at one of Texas’ most popular state parks. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased the property for $43 million. Funding from the Centennial Parks...
Gardening This Time of Year on This Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
Hopkins County Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson stopped by and visited with John Mark on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. The two chat about when the average last freeze of the season usually is, planting seeds and where to purchase them, planting trees, and much more. Be sure to check it out and see what those with green thumbs are doing this time of year. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...
Governor Abbott Orders Flags To Full-Staff In Honor Of Inauguration Day
January 13, 2025 – Austin, Texas -Governor Greg Abbott today ordered all flags to be raised to full-staff at the Texas Capitol and all state buildings on January 20, 2025, in honor of Inauguration Day. Pursuant to federal statute, the U.S. flag should be displayed “especially on…Inauguration Day, January 20.” “Texas continues to mourn with our fellow Americans across the country over the passing of former...
CBP Officers Intercept Over $21.2 Million in Methamphetamine at the Pharr International Bridge
January 12, 2025 – PHARR, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Pharr International Bridge intercepted $21.2 million in methamphetamine concealed within a shipment manifested as tomatillo. “This massive load of harmful narcotics will not make it to American streets thanks to our vigilant CBP officers who continue to thwart these smuggling attempts,” said Port Director Carlos...
The Lady Cats Competed Against Pittsburg January 11th
January 12, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cats challenged the Pittsburg Pirates in Basketball action Saturday, January 11, 2025, in Wildcats Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. It was an afternoon game. Below is KSST’s coverage of this game. KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey called Play by Play and Tony Flipping provided Color Commentary. Every quarter of this game was filled with heart pounding...
Things to do now for a Better Garden From Master Gardener David Wall
January 12, 2025 – Even though it’s January, you should be planning this year’s garden. Hopefully, creating a plan, laying out a timeline for it, preparing the soil, and ordering seeds/supplies have already been accomplished, so let’s concentrate on two items, coffee grounds and egg shells. If you haven’t been saving your coffee grounds to use as a 9% or so nitrogen fertilizer, take 1-2 five-gallon buckets to a restaurant and...
Paris District Road Report for Week of January 13, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting January 13, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions...
Chamber Connection – January 9, 2025
By Butch Burney Come to the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet and Community Awards and be a star, because the theme for the Feb. 13 event is Vintage Hollywood. At the banquet, we will recognize Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year, Community Pride Award, Agriculturist of the Year, Growth and Renewal, Outstanding Professional Educator, Outstanding ParaProfessional Educator, Outstanding Auxiliary Educator...
