Jazz on the Square 2024
The SSISD Jazz Band will be performing on Celebration Plaza April 18th, 2024. The music kicks-off at 7pm. This Thursday evening concert will be a crowd pleaser. This marks the fourth year for this event.
Soil Testing is Crucial for Understanding the Health of Your Soil by Mario Villarino
April 15, 2024 – Soil testing is crucial for understanding the health and fertility of your soil. It involves collecting samples from different areas of your property and sending them to a lab for analysis. The results will provide information on nutrient levels, pH balance, organic matter content, and recommendations for any necessary amendments to improve soil quality and plant growth. For soil testing through Texas A&M...
CraversTX Community Garden Spring Tea Party
The CraversTX Community Garden is hosting a Garden Tea Party on April 21st. The fun starts at 2:30PM. Grab your best hat & join us for our first tea party! Wonderful trays of homemade goodies with organic herbal & English teas will be available. This is a ticketed event. Click here to get your tickets. It all happens at 420 W Park St in Sulphur Springs.
Fish Fry and Auction to Benefit the Youth of Brashear Baptist Church
April 15, 2024 – The Brashear Baptist Church is hosting a fish fry and auction on April 27th starting at 6pm. Proceed go to help send the youth to Camp Mt Lebanon.
Trading Post for April 14, 2024
For Sale: a binder full of NASCAR collectable trading cards. Selling all at once. Make an offer. … Also, for sale, a plastic shoe box sized box full of collectable baseball trading cards. Selling all at once. Make an offer. If you are serious, I can arrange a meeting either at my work in Sulphur Springs, or at my home in Cumby, for you to see the cards and purchase them. If interested, or for more details, please call or text...
Plant Marigolds With Tomato Plants From Master Gardener David Wall
April 14, 2024 – When it comes to growing tomatoes, one of the best ways to use the power of companion planting to help grow a bigger and better harvest is to plant marigolds with or near your tomato plants. Marigolds add color to a vegetable garden, and their fragrant foliage and colorful blooms help protect tomato plants from pests, while simultaneously attracting beneficial insects! Many old-time gardeners used to ring their...
Paris District Road Report for week of April 15, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting April 15, 2024. 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...
If You Suspect Your Child is Having Developmental Issues, Your School Can Help
April 12, 2024 – If you suspect an infant, child, or young adult, of having a developmental delay or disability, your school can help Identify, Locate, and Evaluate. Services at no cost to the family are available. Reach out to your local school for more information. Child Find All Schools
Controlling Nutsedge Can be Challenging by Mario Villarino
April 12, 2024 – Controlling nutsedge can be challenging because of its extensive rhizome system. Cultural methods like regular mowing and hand pulling can help, but herbicides are often necessary. Pre-emergent herbicides can prevent nutsedge seeds from germinating, while post-emergent options can kill existing plants. However, repeated applications may be needed for effective control. It’s also important to improve soil...
Second Cup of Coffee Conducted April 2nd with Guest Dawna Pryor
April 12, 2024 – On this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had another chat with Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor. In this interview, the two discuss Cinco De Mayo, Mother’s Day, Senior Prom, and other upcoming activities. Go ahead and give it a view. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...
