Sulphur Springs Mayor Recognizes Texas History Month
Sulphur Springs Mayor John Sellers, known locally for his passion for genealogy and history, this week took during the regular City Council meeting to recognize the significance of the day to Texas and encouraged citizens to join him in celebrating Texas’ historical past. “It is imperative that the citizens of the great State of Texas make every effort to preserve, protect and promote the diversified and cultural history...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report – Feb. 22-28, 2021
The Winnsboro Police Department media report for the week of Feb. 22-28, 2021, included the following activity: Arrests Melissa Griffin, 48 years of age, of Quinlan was arrested on Feb. 23, 2021, for Possession of a Penalty Group 1 Controlled Substance, 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams.David Sanders, 51 years of age, of Leesburg was arrested on Feb. 28, 2021, on a Tarrant County warrant for Possession of a Penalty Group 1...
Atmos Energy Addresses Customer Bills Following Historic Winter Storms
In response to concerns expressed regarding the impact the extremely cold winter weather and storms experienced in Texas the week of Feb. 14, Atmos Energy issued the following news release this week: Atmos Energy understands customer concerns that the recent extreme weather may affect their natural gas bills, so we want to assure customers that bills in the near-term will not include any of the unusually high gas prices from the...
Residents, Businesses Can Help County Qualify Next Level Of FEMA Funding
Hopkins County residents and businesses can help Hopkins County qualify for the next level of FEMA funding for damages incurred during the winter weather event last week and in doing so potentially help themselves as well. The next category for FEMA Assistance is Category 1A, the category for individual assistance, and requires documentation of financial impact from the “winter weather event of 2021.” “If you have...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report – Feb. 15-21, 2021
The Winnsboro Police Department media report for the week of Feb. 1-7, 2021, included the following activity: Arrests No Arrests Calls for Service The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 141 calls for service during this reporting period. Citations The Winnsboro Police Department issued 10 citations and 4 warnings during this reporting period.
Governor Abbott, TDEM Urge Texans To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management are encouraging Texans to complete the Self Reporting Damage Survey to help the state identify damages across Texas and help emergency management officials gain an understanding of damages that occurred during the recent winter weather. This data is also needed to provide information to FEMA and highlight the need for federal disaster...
TDI Offers Insurance tips following winter storms
If your home was damaged due to a broken water pipe, downed tree limbs, or other winter damage, contact your insurance company or agent to file a claim as soon as possible. These insurance tips should help make the process go smoother: Make a list of damaged property. Take pictures or video of the damage. Don’t throw anything away until your insurance company tells you to. Take steps to protect your home from further...
Friday: Weather-Related Closures, Schedule Changes, Postponements
With several inches of snow already covering the ground, another wintry storm on Wednesday night brought more snow and ice making travel difficult and dangerous until temperatures rise to allow thaw. Schools and organizations have reported weather-related closures and schedule changes as a safety precaution. Those weather-related schedule changes reported to KSST include: Schools Sulphur Springs ISD will remain closed and remote...
Atmos Urges Residents To Curb Use To Help Keep Natural Gas Supply Available
The situation for some residents could become even more uncomfortable if natural gas customers do not heed caution to conserve natural gas usage. Atmos just issued an “urgent alert” asking residents to reduce their energy use to help maintain natural gas supply for more critical human needs customers. ‘High demand of energy consumption due to historic cold weather could cause a loss of natural gas service...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report For Feb. 8-14
The Winnsboro Police Department media report for the week of Feb. 1-7, 2021, included the following activity: Arrests Preston Harris, 21 years of age, of Winnsboro, was arrested on 2/10/2021 on Upshur County warrants for bond forfeiture and motion to revoke – aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.Anthony Stout, 37 years of age, of Quitman, was arrested on 2/13/2021 on an Upshur County warrant for theft of property and a Wood...
