State Rep. Flynn Committed to Replacing A-F Grading System
State Representative District 2 Dan Flynn is concerned as the rating for performance of Texas schools is changed. Flynn said the A-F grading system is based on student achievement and progress, closing performance gaps between high income and low income students, college readiness and student’s community engagement. Several good schools in his district will receive multiple D-F letter grades which he sees as inaccurate. Lt. Governor...
Joel Ray Webb
Funeral services for Joel Ray Webb, age 58, of Sulphur Springs will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Chapel with Rev. Paul Pogue officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Mr. Webb passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Trinity Mother Frances, Tyler, Texas. He was born on October 24, 1958, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, the son of Jack Allen Webb and Ruth (Smith) Webb. ...
Tira News January 20, 2017
by Jan Vaughn Sherry Smiddy reports that the Cross Spur Cowboy Church would like to invite everyone to their annual “Sweets for Your Sweetie” auction, on February 12th at 10:30 a.m. All proceeds go to their youth group. Landon, Laiken, Rylan, Brailon, and Slaiden Joslin went to Piney Shores Resort on Lake Conroe last weekend. On Saturday they drove to Beaumont to pick up Dixie and let her enjoy some time playing with her brothers....
The Price of Beef By Mario Villarino
Local markets are an interesting subject for discussion. As a rule, the more scarce the commodity is the higher the prices to the consumers it will be. In the case of beef and because high prices causes people to consume less meat, the relationship between high prices and low consumption is true. As I was going thru some USDA studies where it is reflected this to be true, I could not help but notice the variation between prices at any...
How to Choose Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables By Johanna Hicks
How to Choose Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables We all know that consuming more fruits and vegetables will have great benefits on our health. Those that are in season or at their peak harvest have the best flavor and are usually the least expensive. By choosing fruits and vegetables that are in season, you will teach your family to enjoy these good-for-you foods and save some money in the process. Include seasonal when planning your...
Sellers Seeks Re-election to City Council Seat; Burgin Files for Place 6
Thursday morning John Sellers and Brad Burgin filed for places on the Sulphur Springs City Council. Sellers is the incumbent for Place 7 on the council. Burgin has filed for Place 6. Currently on the council in Place 6 is Kayla Price-Mitchell, who will not seek re-election. Mrs. Price-Mitchell told KSST News that she has enjoyed serving on the council and that it was a difficult decision to not seek re-election. However, she desires...
Upcoming Events at the Senior Center!
Monday, January 23rd at 10:30 am will be Basics at Brunch with Ross and Shoalmire, Elder Care Attorneys. This is always an informative event. They come every quarter and offer FREE advise to seniors. Don’t miss out. At Home Healthcare and Carriage House Manor is providing the Brunch. Tuesday, January 31st at 10:00 AM will be the Affiliated Driving Class. This class is good for 10 % off of your Liability Insurance...
“Princesses and Tiaras” Theme Announced For Daddy Daughter Dance
The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum has announced “Princesses and Tiaras” as the theme for the 2017 Daddy Daughter Dance. Every young lady dreams of being a princess and wearing a tiara, so the Daddy Daughter Dance of 2017 will make that dream come true for each girl attending. The event will be Saturday, February 4 from 6:30 to 9:00. The 2017 Daddy Daughter Dance will introduce a new disc jockey, Bryan Beezley of...
