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 request they dump their coffee grounds in them instead of the trash. In just a few days, you’ll have all you need. Now transfer them to 5-gallon buckets that have several holes and 1-3 coffee filters in them. Place in a depression, so the liquid can seep out. Cover as necessary. In a week or two the liquids will be gone and you’re ready to spread the grounds in your garden on top or raking them in – your choice.
Egg shells in your garden are great, but it will take months to a year+ for them to break down and begin providing calcium for your plants. Preparing them is easy, but a little more complicated. I take two 5-gallon buckets to a local restaurant and swap them out for two more every 2-3 days. I usually go for 40 gallons (non-compressed!) in garbage bags, which takes more than a week, and then let them dry out for several days.
Next, put them in a blender with some water and puree. Drain off the water which has a high calcium content and save for later. Put the mashed shells in a 5-gallon bucket with holes/filters to drain away the liquid. Unlike coffee grounds, you’ll probably need to stir the mash ever 2-3 days. When dry, spread and rake the into garden soil. Also, put some in each hole, particularly a tomato plant hole.
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 such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Safety Message: Impaired driving and penalties – DUI & DWI
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can risk your life and the lives of others, and it can send you to jail. If you are under 21, it is illegal for you to drive with any detectable amount of alcohol in your system.
When am I legally intoxicated?
You are legally intoxicated in Texas when your blood alcohol concentration reaches 0.08 percent, but you are breaking the law as soon as drugs or alcohol affect your driving — or flying or boating — ability.
What are the penalties for a DWI?
First offense
- Up to a $2,000 fine.
- Up to 180 days in jail upon conviction with three mandatory days.
- Loss of driver license up to a year.
Second offense
- Up to a $4,000 fine.
- One month to a year in jail upon conviction.
- Loss of driver license up to two years.
Third offense
- A $10,000 fine.
- Two to 10 years in prison.
- Loss of driver license up to two years.
These fines do not include a state fine of $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000 assessed upon sentencing.
Impaired driving with a child passenger
- You will be charged with child endangerment if you’re driving impaired with children under 15.
- You will be additionally fined up to $10,000.
- You could be put in jail for up to two years.
- You will lose your driver’s license for another 180 days.
Driving with an open container
Carrying an open container of alcohol in your vehicle, even if you’re not impaired, is illegal. Learn more about Texas open container laws.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
Grayson County:
The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Grayson County is underway. The following roadways will receive a crack seal: Spur 316 from SH 289 to FM 120, FM 120 in Denison from Houston Avenue to FM 1753, US 69 in Denison from Houston Avenue SH 56, FM 1417 from FM 691 to US 82, US 82 from FM 901 to FM 1417, US 82 frontage roads from FM 1417 to FM 1417, SH 56 from US 82 to SH 289, Spur 129 from US 377 to SH 56, FM 1417 from SH 56 to SH 11, SH 289 in Gunter from Kerfoot Road to Elm Street, FS 121 from FM 121 to the Denton County line, SH 5 in Van Alstyne from Redden Road to the Collin County line, SH 56 from SH 11 to FM 1417, SH 11 from SH 56 to FM 697, FM 902 in Tom Bean from SH 11 to King Street. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 75, from US 82 to North Loy Lake Road. This project will rebuild and widen the US 75 mainlanes from four lanes to six lanes as well as reconstruct the entrance and exit ramps on US 75. The project will also reconstruct bridges at FM 691, Iron Ore Creek and Spur 503, and add U-turn bridges at Loy Lake Road in Sherman and Spur 503 in Denison. A reduced speed limit of 65 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project. Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the mainlanes of US 75 as well as frontage road lane closures within the project.
Westbound Spur 503 is closed to traffic near US 75 as the overpass to southbound US 75 has been removed to allow for construction of the new overpass. During this closure traffic on westbound Spur 503 will be required to detour onto the frontage road at the temporary exit ramp west of Theresa Drive and continue along the frontage road to the Loy Lake Road intersection where traffic can make the U-turn to continue south on the US 75 frontage road to the entrance ramp before the FM 691 intersection.
The U-turn lanes for the US 75 frontage roads at FM 691 are closed to traffic to allow crews to work on constructing the middle portion of the new US 75 bridge over FM 691. During this closure traffic wishing to make a U-turn at the intersection is asked to turn left onto FM 691 and make another left at the next signal light.
The exit ramp from northbound US 75 to North Loy Lake Road in Denison is closed permanently. Travelers who wish to access North Loy Lake Road from northbound US 75 will detour up to Crawford Street, make a U-turn at the Crawford Street intersection, and head south on the frontage road to reach North Loy Lake Road.
The westbound Spur 503 ramp to northbound US 75 is closed to traffic. A temporary detour is in place to divert this traffic onto the frontage road. Traffic will exit Spur 503 onto the frontage road using the new detour, continue along the Spur 503 frontage road which runs into the US 75 frontage road to the Loy Lake Road intersection. Traffic can continue along the frontage road through Loy Lake Road and then take the next entrance ramp to northbound US 75.
US 75, from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set on the mainlanes for this construction project. Watch for shoulder closures and occasional lane closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between SH 91 and FM 1417 as crews work on completing the remaining work on this project. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads between FM 1417 and SH 91.
US 75, at the US 82 intersection. Watch for occasional lane closures for the frontage roads on the northbound and southbound US 75 frontage road lanes between South Loy Lake Road and Lamberth Street, as well as on the eastbound and westbound US 82 frontage road lanes between FM 131 and Loy Lake Road while crews work on completing the remaining work at the intersection.
SH 5, in Van Alstyne from Williams Way to Blassingame Avenue. Watch for daytime lane closures on SH 5 as crews work to install a shared use bicycle and pedestrian trail. The trail will follow along SH 5 from the existing trail at Williams Way to Blassingame Avenue, then along Tolson Avenue, then along Main Street where it will connect with Van Alstyne Parkway. Motorists should expect delays during the daytime work hours as flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.
US 377, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime lane closures on US 377 as crews work to install rumble strips, backfill the pavement and seed the front slopes. Motorists should expect delays during the daytime work hours as pilot cars and flaggers direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 121, from Main Street in Van Alstyne to SH 160. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
US 82, from the Cooke County line to FM 131 in Sherman. Watch for lane closures as workers replace the bridge railing and guardrail approaches at each bridge structure and install median barrier. During construction, bridge travel will be reduced to one lane while crews replace the bridge railing. Currently, the contractor is working on the eastbound and westbound US 82 lanes at SH 56, and the eastbound and westbound US 82 lanes at US 377.
US 75 debris pickup, from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday during the nighttime.
Fannin County:
The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Fannin County is underway. The following roadways will receive a crack seal: FM 2029 from FM 273 to FM 1396, FM 100 from FM 273 to FM 2216, FM 2216 from FM 100 to the Lamar County line, FM 1752 from US 82 to FM 898, SH 78 from US 82 to SH 56, Loop 205 from 9th Street to SH 56, SH 34 from SH 56 to FM 64, SH 11 from US 69 to the Hunt County line, FM 896 from Business SH 121 to US 69, FM 815 from Business US 69 to SH 78, US 69 from FM 896 to FM 272, and FM 1553 from SH 78 to SH 78. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
Bonham State Park, Park Road 24. Park Road 24 in the Bonham State Park will have daytime lane closures while crews rehabilitate the main road, camping spots and parking lots within the park. Detour routes will be present during construction to allow for the flow of traffic.
FM 68, at the North Sulphur River bridge. FM 68 at the North Sulphur River bridge is closed to through traffic as crews work on and replacing the bridge structure and roadway approaches. During the closure, traffic is asked to use SH 34, SH 11, and SH 78 as the detour route.
FM 2645, from FM 898 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
FM 274, from SH 78 to FM 1753. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 26 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 121 overpass at US 69. The SH 121 overpass at US 69 is closed to thru traffic while crews perform bridge repairs. All traffic will be required to take the exit for US 69 and then will be able to take the next entrance ramp back onto SH 121. A temporary signal is in place to control traffic on SH 121 and US 69 during this closure. Motorists should expect delays as signals control traffic through the construction zone.
CR 4020 at Caney Creek. CR 4020 at Caney Creek is closed to through traffic to allow for replacement of the bridge. During the closure traffic is asked to use CR 4025 as a detour.
FM 68, from SH 78 to FM 271. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway to an overall width of 28 feet. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 78, from US 82 to the Oklahoma State line. Watch for daytime shoulder closures and occasional daytime lane closures as workers install sloped-end treatments on drainage structures and replace bridge rail and guardrail.
FM 100, from SH 56 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews work to rehabilitate and widen the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as signals and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 56, from FM 1743 to FM 1396. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform spot milling on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
SH 78, from SH 11 to US 69. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews perform a level up on the roadway. Motorists should expect delays as flaggers and pilot cars direct traffic through the work zone.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
Franklin County: No construction projects ongoing during this week.
Hopkins County: SH 19, from I-30 to Rains County Line. Watch for crews performing striping operations. Expect slower moving traffic.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
Lamar County:
Loop 286, from FM 1497 around the north loop to FM 1507. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures and traffic merges while crews improve guardrail and drainage structures and perform bridge maintenance.
CR 26320 at Morrison Creek. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews replace existing bridge structure.
FM 1497, from FM 1184 to FM 3426. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures
US 82 / Lamar Avenue, from 33rd street to 42nd street in Paris. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures in the nighttime hours while crews improve signals, install a raised center median, and resurface the roadway.
FM 38 at West Fork of Sanders Creek. The roadway is now reopened. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews replace existing bridge structure.
FM 1184 at Robertson Creek. The roadway is now reopened. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews replace existing bridge structure.
SH 19/24, Lamar & Delta Counties: from LP 286 intersection to SH 19 . Watch for temporary lane closures and lane shifts while crews resurface the roadway, perform bridge rail upgrades, and bridge maintenance.
US 271, Lamar & Red River Counties: from FM 196 North to SH 37. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews remove tree and brush from within right of way.
US 82, Lamar & Red River Counties: from State Loop 286 in Paris to Bowie County Line in Red River County. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.
Delta County:
FM 2068 at East Fork of Jernigan Creek. The roadway is now reopened. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews replace existing bridge structure.
SH 24, at Doctor’s Creek. Watch for temporary shoulder closures and trucks entering and exiting the highway as crews perform bridge maintenance on the northbound structure.
SH 154, from SH 19 to BU 24. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures.
Red River County:
FM 2120, from FM 2573 to SH 37. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
FM 1487, from FM 910 to FM 412. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
Northeast Texas Trail, Clarksville, Texas. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.
Northeast Texas Trail, from BU 82J to Annona East City Limits. Watch for trucks and equipment entering and exiting streets and highways while crews construct the off-system trail.
BU 82 J at East Langford Creek. Watch for temporary roadway closure and detour while crews perform bridge maintenance operations.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903) 455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
Hunt County:
SH 11, from FM 2655 to SH 24. This project will add shoulders and replace drainage structures. The contractor has set barricades and is currently widening shoulders and performing ditch grading in the area. Excavation, flex base and flowable fill operations are ongoing. Work is currently ongoing at the Middle Sulphur River relief structure. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 1563, from SH 50 to SH 2655: This is a 2.7-mile rehabilitation project that will widen the existing roadway. The contractor has set work zone signs and barricades. Contractor is currently performing on the second mile of the project. Contractor continues to perform reclamation work and subgrade widening along with placing GEOGRID within the project limits. Cement treatment and culver riprap is completed on the 2nd mile of the project. New guard rail placement is completed and work on mow strip is ongoing. Driveways are ongoing and are being completed by section of work. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area.
FM 2642, from FM 35 to SH 66: The contractor has set work zone signs and barricades. The contractor currently has paving operations and sidewalk operations ongoing. The contractor is grading for a detour near Verandah and Baylor Scott and White and placing sidewalk and backfilling curb in the area. Contractor is forming rebar and working blockouts for driveways near Peppergrass. Inlets placement and driveways are ongoing. Railroad coordination is underway near FM 2642 and SH 66, work will begin soon in this area. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area.
FM 512, From SH 34 to FM 118. The contractor has placed barricades and work zone traffic signs. The contractor has begun repair work on base and subgrade failures. The contractor has begun prepping ROW replacing culverts and bridge structures. Driveway culverts and County Road culverts are being installed shortly. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area.
I-30 intersection improvements from Monte Stratton to FM 1903. The contractor has set barricades and advance warning signs. The contractor has begun excavation at FM 1903 (West side) and working on placing wire wall at FM 1903 (East side) and soil nail walls at FM 1903.The contractor is also placing embankment & Wire walls east of 1570.along with form work for Bent #3 Cap at FM 1570. Columns are being constructed at FM 1903 and FM 1570 along with the placing of backfill for retaining walls at FM 1570.Pipe/Inlets work for drainage FM 1570 is ongoing. Contractor plans to assess and repair IH30 travel lanes due to freezing temps and snow. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area. Please be aware of workers and watch for work zones when traveling in this area. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area.
I-30 Improvements from CR2511 to FM 36: The contractor is currently grading and placing embankment between the frontage roads and main lanes Culvert installation is ongoing and detour pavement will be placed throughout the project. Contractor plans to assess and repair travel lanes due to freezing temps and snow. Construction operations will be determined after winter storm has moved past the area.
Hunt and Rains Counties Hunt County and Rains maintenance crews will be performing pothole and sign repair work throughout Hunt and Rains County. Hunt and Rains County Maintenance sections will be assessing, pretreating and de-icing major roadways during and after winter storm.
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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 Large Business of the Year, and Small Business of the Year.
We like to celebrate the great things about Hopkins County, and the best time to do it is at this annual event.
To reserve your spot, tables of 10 are $500 each and individual tickets are $30. To get reservations or tickets, call the Chamber at 903-885-6515 or email at [email protected]. A sponsorship table includes advertisement of your business at the banquet and reserved seating.
Come and help us celebrate Hopkins County!
Lunch and Learn
Jill Dutton, our recent state representative, will host a Lunch and Learn to update Hopkins County residents on her time at the state capitol. The Lunch and Learn is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28, at The Oaks Bed and Breakfast.
Lunch is complimentary, but reservations are required for the first 40 spots. To reserve at seat, call the Chamber at 903-885-6515 or email at [email protected].
Christus Trinity Clinic
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic will host a special celebration at its new ENT clinic. Come take a tour, enjoy refreshments and meet their newest clinician, Jay Yates, M.D., at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, at 101 Medical Plaza.
Ribbon Cuttings
Credit Union of Texas will host a ribbon cutting at noon on Friday, Jan. 17, at their location on the downtown square, at the corner of Main and Gilmer streets.
Deep Routes and Shop the Springs will have a ribbon cutting for their two-year anniversary at noon on Friday, Jan. 24.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Continues Lawsuit Against Pfizer’s COVID Vaccine
January 8, 2025 – Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a notice of appeal to continue his lawsuit against Pfizer, Inc., for its unlawful misrepresentations concerning the COVID-19 vaccine after a district court dismissed the case.
In November 2023, Attorney General Paxton sued Pfizer for unlawfully misrepresenting the effectiveness and safety of the company’s COVID-19 vaccine. Further, Pfizer conspired with social media platforms to censor criticism and label posts containing truthful information about its vaccine as “misinformation.” In December 2024, a federal district judge dismissed the lawsuit, claiming that the federal government had given Pfizer immunity through the Public Readiness and Emergency Act. Today, Attorney General Paxton filed a notice that we will appeal the ruling and continue fighting to hold Pfizer accountable.
“Pfizer repeatedly and knowingly misrepresented the effectiveness and safety of their COVID-19 vaccine and pressured Americans to take the shot without full knowledge of the risks,” said Attorney General Paxton. “When consumers questioned the effectiveness and safety of the vaccine, Pfizer sought to silence them—prioritizing profits over the truth. I will not stop until Pfizer is held accountable for deceptively pushing its COVID-19 vaccine on consumers.”
Paris Junior College to be Closed Thursday and Friday, January 9th and 10th
January 8, 2025 – Margaret Ruff, Director of Public Relations for Paris Junior College, has reported to KSST that all locations of Paris Junior College (in Paris, Greenville, and Sulphur Springs) will be closed Thursday, (the 9th), and Friday, (the 10th), due to inclement weather. The college will reopen for normal operations and the first day of the Spring semester on Monday, January 13, 2025. Stay tuned to KSST and ksstradio.com for closures and delays due to the weather. Stay informed, stay safe!
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Dinner Bell for January 15, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church
The Dinner Bell has two Community Partners for January 15, the Hopkins County Junior Commercial Heifer Show and Sharon and Charles Helm.
One of The Dinner Bell’s newest Community Partners is the Hopkins County Junior Commercial Heifer Show. This event was first organized in 2021 by Jarred Pickett, David Fenton, Cody Jalufka, John Holland, Kevin Mohl, and Chuck Vitiow to educate and encourage Hopkins County youth to become more involved in agriculture and the cattle industry. Showcasing incredible dedication and producing exceptional cattle with scholarship rewards for their efforts deepens a youth’s understanding and appreciation for one of Hopkins County’s valuable industries. The 4th annual Hopkins County Junior Commercial Heifer Show and sale were held on September 28, 2024. If you would like additional information on joining this organization, please contact John Holland at [email protected].
Sharon and Charles Helm are also this week’s Community Partner. The Helms are life-long Hopkins County residents and the owners of Helm Hotels Group. They have been in the hospitality business for over 40 years and were awarded the prestigious Premier Hotelier of the Year Award in 2023 by Choice Hotels International for Clarion Pointe hotel of Sulphur Springs. Not only are the Helms committed to their businesses, they are truly dedicated to this community. Charles has served on numerous boards in Hopkins County, including the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, Hopkins County Regional Convention Center, the Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation, among others. Sharon is also involved in various Sulphur Springs clubs and civic organizations. Charles and Sharon have two children, daughter Monica Helm Glenn and son Chase Helm who is married to Michelle, and they are proud grandparents to four.
Dinner Bell menu for Wednesday, January 15:
MENU:
- Old-fashioned Hamburger Casserole
- Arkansas Green Beans
- Garden Salad
- Buttered French Bread Sticks
- Chocolate Cake
HAPPY 2025!!!!
The Dinner Bell Ministry
First United Methodist Church
Take care of YOURSELF by following safe health practices as flu and COVID are lurking in our midst! Wear masks where required! Wash your hands often! Get inoculated and boosted
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH !!!
*We plan to continue inside dining every Wednesday …”
No Trash Pickup Thursday and Friday
January 8, 2025 – Natalie Burling, City Secretary, Texas Registered Municipal Clerk, contacted KSST and asked we report that, due to inclement weather, there will be no trash pickup Thursday, (the 9th), and Friday, (the 10th). Also, the landfill will be closed. For more information, check out www.sulphurspringstx.org. Stay tuned to KSST, and ksstradio.com, for more updates. Stay warm.
Little Texan Learning Center Closed Thursday & Friday
January 8, 2025 – Ramona Hynson contacted KSST to report that due to the possibility of incoming bad weather, Little Texan Learning Center will be closed Thursday, (the 9th), and Friday, (the 10th). Stay tuned to KSST and ksstradio.com for the latest in local closures. Be safe!
Cumby ISD Cancelled for Thursday and Friday
January 8, 2024 – Cumby Collegiate ISD will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January 9th through Friday, January 10th due to the Winter Storm Warning for our area beginning early Thursday morning with the peak Thursday evening into Friday morning.
The National Weather Service is predicting snow accumulations of 2-4 inches and a mix of snow and sleet (1-2 inches) and ice (up to 1/10th inch). With the possibility of road conditions deteriorating throughout the day on Thursday, we do not want to be at school and face hazardous conditions as we head home for the day. The safety and security of all is our top priority.
All extracurricular activities will be canceled for Thursday and those on Friday are pending. If road conditions are hazardous, there will not be any extracurricular activities Friday as well. If road conditions are normal, those activities will proceed as scheduled.
Miller Grove ISD Cancelled for Thursday
January 8, 2024 – Miller Grove Families,
One of my biggest priorities will always be the safety of our students and staff. Reviewing the weather forecast for tomorrow, Thursday, January 9, 2024, it consistently shows that it could be clear at the beginning of the school day, but rain, sleet, and snow are very likely to accumulate throughout the day into our dismissal time. I want to allow families adequate time to prepare for their children.
Therefore, at this time, we have decided to cancel school for Thursday, January 9, including extra-curricular activities for that evening. Since we are not in school on Friday, we will wait until Friday morning to make a decision regarding the evening extra-curricular activities.
At this time, we have the minutes built into our original calendar to cover this change, therefore it will not affect our calendar.
Thank you for continual support of MGISD. Please stay warm and safe in the coming days.
Dr. Linda Rankin
Davy Moseley | Technology Director, Cybersecurity Coordinator
Miller Grove Independent School District
7819 Farm Road 275 South, Cumby, TX 75433
[email protected] | (903) 459-3288 x2839
