Saharan Dust Headed Our Way Again
June 4, 2025 – A Saharan dust plume is expected to reach the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area this weekend, with the most noticeable effects anticipated from late Saturday, June 7, into early Sunday, June 8 . This annual phenomenon occurs when dust from Africa’s Sahara Desert travels across the Atlantic, often reaching Texas during the summer months. For most residents, the primary impacts will be hazy skies and especially...
Not Just a Place to Go, a Place to Remember
June 4, 2025 – by Jeff Williford – HENDERSON, Texas — Everyone knows Texas is full of unique and historic sites, but one stop in Rusk County is a literal throne from the past—an outhouse that has survived for decades. “It’s fancy, and very elaborate for that time period,” says Vickie Armstrong, director of the Rusk County Depot Museum. “John Arnold built it to match his home. He was a prominent lawyer and businessman here...
Dallas Trinity FC and the State Fair of Texas Come Together to Host an International Friendly this Fall
By State Fair of Texas | June 3, 2025 | Dallas Trinity FC today announced an exciting new partnership with the State Fair of Texas to bring international soccer to the heart of Dallas this fall. On October 18, 2025, the historic Cotton Bowl will host a premier international soccer match during the State Fair of Texas®, marking a significant collaboration between two iconic Dallas institutions. This partnership represents a bold new...
Meet the 2025 Hopkins County Dairy Festival Queen Contestants
June 4, 2025 – Meet half of your 2025 Hopkins County Dairy Festival Queen Contestants with this first of two presentations! KSST”s John Mark Dempsey sat down with 2025 Dairy Fest Contestants #1 Emma Boatman, #2 Amerson Boles, #3 Claire Jalufka, and contestant #4 Lucy McKenzie. Learn about these lovely young ladies and find out what each one has to offer the community. Each one would make a great Dairy Festival Queen! John...
CHRISTUS Health: Protect Your Skin This Summer Season
June 3, 2025 – (EAST TEXAS) – As temperatures rise and days grow longer, proper skin care is stepping into the CHRISTUS Health spotlight. From sunburn and dehydration to breakouts, premature aging and dangerous skin conditions, the warmer months can take a serious toll if you’re not prepared. Dr. Laura O’Halloran, a plastic surgeon with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic, said one of the most effective ways to...
‘God’s Laboratory’ Vacation Bible School Coming Soon
June 3, 2025 – You are invited to Join us for Vacation Bible School at St. Luke Baptist Church at 1071 CR 4762FM 2285 & CR 4762 in Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. It’s all happeneing on June 23 – 26. 6pm to 8:30 PM. Troy Young Pastor.
*Correction* Mahoney Homecoming is Planned for June 8th
June 3, 2025 – The Mahoney Homecoming will be held Sunday, June 8, 2025. Activities begin at 10:30am. not 11:00am. This event will be held at the Mahoney Church and Cemetery. The public is invited. Bring a lunch to share with your family and friends.
Juneteenth Museum Construction to Finish in 2026
June 2, 2025 – Construction on the National Juneteenth Museum in Fort Worth is poised to begin soon, following a major step forward by the Fort Worth City Council. On February 11, the council approved a land lease for the site currently occupied by the Southside Community Center, paving the way for development of the long-anticipated cultural landmark. Planned for Fort Worth’s Historic Southside neighborhood, the museum...
Brashear Cemetery Association to Hold Homecoming Meeting June 7th
June 2, 2025 – The Brashear Cemetery Association announces that the Annual Homecoming Meeting will be held Saturday, June 7, 2025. The meeting will start at 10:30am at the Brashear Baptist Church Family Life Center. The public is asked to bring their favorite covered dish and enjoy the Fellowship with friends and neighbors. If you can not attend, but wish to donate, donations may be mailed to the Brashear Cemetery Association,...
Emblem Memorial Day Service to be Held June 8th
June 2, 2025 – Emblem Memorial Day Service and cemetery meeting will be held at 11:00 AM Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at the Emblem Cemetery Chapel on FM highway 71. Following the service, there will be a covered dish lunch. Emblem Cemetery in Hopkins County
