Weed War
March 23, 2025 -By Ronnie Wilson, Hopkins County Master Gardener Now that spring is here and both the desirable and undesirable plants are growing again, it is time to begin the never-ending battle with weeds. It is a shame that the frigid February temperatures only seemed to harm our “good” plants, and left the “bad” ones undamaged. In order to begin combat with these weeds, it is first necessary to identify what type of weed is...
Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson has Some Notes on Fertilizer
March 23, 2025 – It’s spring, and it is time to feed your plants! It is highly recommended to have a soil test done BEFORE adding fertilizer to your landscape! Free soil test bags are available at the AgriLife Extension office, and a soil test is only $12. All containers of fertilizer sold at nurseries and garden centers are labeled with 3 numbers. These numbers show the percentage of the main nutrients in the...
Hopkins County EDC Executive Director Chris Brown Stopped by on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this informative episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with Hopkins County Sulphur Springs Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Chris Brown. The two chatted about the new Liberty Trailer which will be starting operations soon, the electric power needs in Texas, the Northeast Texas Rail project, and much more. Be sure to check out this segment and see what economic...
Find out What the Hopkins County Master Gardeners Have Planned for March 20th on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had a chat with Hopkins County Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson. John Mark and Ronnie talked about weeds on this segment. They talked about the different types of weeds, and what types of weed killer you should use on each different type of weed. Ronnie also discussed what exciting events the Hopkins County Master Gardeners have in store for the...
The Hopkins County Master Gardeners Have Exciting Events Coming Up
March 18, 2025 – The Hopkins County Master Gardeners have exciting events coming up this month. On Thursday, March 20th, 2025, Daci Rawson will present a program on “Texas Superstars,” at the AgriLife Extension Office, located at 1200 Houston Street, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. This program will begin at 6:30pm. The Master Gardeners will present a program about water, watering, and fertilizer on March 27, 2025. This...
Atmos Energy to Perform Routine Natural Gas Maintenance in Sulphur Springs
SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas – March 17, 2025 – Atmos Energy will perform routine maintenance resulting in the safe removal of natural gas on Wednesday, March 19 through Friday, March 21, from approximately 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 154 County Road 2319 in Sulphur Springs. Atmos Energy remains focused on its vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, and this system modernization work demonstrates a continued investment...
Junior Waverly Club 100th Year Anniversary Reception to be Held March 29th
March 17, 2025 – The Junior Waverly Club in Sulphur Springs, Texas, will hold their 100th year anniversary reception March 29, 2025. Past Presidents plus current members will be in attendance. A celebration of the Club and all of its incredible members will be from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, March 29th, Pacific Park, Grays Building. John Sellers was originally scheduled to present, but is unable to attend, but there will be a special...
The SSHS Wildcats Took on Paris in Baseball Action March 14th
March 16, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats took on the Paris Wildcats in baseball action on March 14, 2025. The fierce game was played at Wildcat Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting game. KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey and Tony Flippin called Play by Play and provided Color Commentary for this thrilling game. Be sure to check out the action...
CHRISTUS Health: Importance of Pulmonary Rehab for Lung Patients
March 13, 2025 – (SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is championing the importance of rehabilitation programs for lung patients in recognition of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week. Initiated by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week aims to educate the community about the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in enhancing the quality of life of...
Dinner Bell for March 19, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church SPONSOR: Summit Dental The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. Summit Dental, located at 422 Oak Avenue, offers both preventative and restorative care for adults and children. A dental team led by Dr....
