Cattleman’s Classic and Rib-eye Round up
41 cooking teams were at work on Friday morning in preparation of the Cattleman’s Classic on Celebration Plaza Friday night. The Cattleman’s Classic is affiliated with the North East Texas Beef Improvement Organization (NETBIO). NETBIO is a group of independent cattle producers who work side by side with Agrilife representatives to enhance the beef industry in North East Texas. NETBIO calves and cows must meet specific...
Wildcats Football Stats Going Into Friday Night at Texas High
Here is a look at the Wildcats statistically going into the Texas High game Friday. The Wildcats are tied for third in the district with a 1-1 record. Their season record is 2-4. The Wildcats offense is #2 in the district behind Texas High. The Wildcats are averaging 30.1 points and 379.8 yards per game. The Wildcats have the sixth best defense in the district. They are giving up 42.1 points and 398.8 yards per game. The Wildcats are...
Fall Festival Ribbon Cutting and Chamber of Commerce Mixer; A Video Production
Thursday afternoon, Fall Festival Ribbon Cutting and Chamber of Commerce Mixer at City Hall… A video production of KSST and Videographer Doug...
Training Mandatory for Local Election Workers
Mandatory training for election workers for the November General Election’s 14 Voting Centers in Hopkins County is Tuesday, October 11th or Wednesday, October 12th. Those who desire to receive the training may attend either. Those working in the election must attend one of the sessions. Debbie Shirley, Hopkins County Clerk stated there are several things to discuss for this election such as the Voter ID Law and conducting multiple...
Tira News
by Jan Vaughn The Weirs have had a busy week. Last Friday, Robert and Yvonne went to Canton. Wesley bowled with My Heroes on Saturday, and then they all went to Destri Weir’s “40 and Fabulous” birthday party. Yvonne reported that Dacy [(Weir) Campbell] had “decorated Destri’s house up really cute.” A good group of family and friends gathered to help her celebrate. On Monday. Wesley played Bright Star baseball. Robert, Yvonne, and...
Joyce Vernice “Memaw” Martin
Joyce Vernice “Memaw” Martin, age 81, of Emory, formerly of Wills Point, passed away Wednesday evening at her daughters home. Funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Wilson-Orwosky Funeral Home Chapel in Emory, with Bro. Perry Crisp officiating. Burial will follow in the Lake Fork Memorial Cemetery in Alba. Visitation is scheduled 1 hour prior to the service at 1:00 PM, on Saturday,...
An Agrilife Update By Johanna Hicks
This and That with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Today’s column is different than most, because I have lots of announcements and topics to cover! So, sit back and enjoy! 4-H Project Show We are excited to announce the 2016 4-H Project Show. Our Hopkins County 4-H’ers have entered some amazing items – from wood work to metal work, from photography to food! The items will be on display at the Extension Office October 10...
Game Day: Wildcats, Lady Cats at Texas High
There will be football and volleyball on this Friday game day. The Wildcats’ football team will travel to Texarkana to face the district’s top team. Texas High is 5-0 so far this season. They are 1-0 in district play and they are rated number 8 in the AP Poll. The Wildcats come in with a 1-1 district record and a 2-4 season record. The Wildcats will be attempting to break a Texarkana losing streak that goes back to 1998...
Homeowner Septic System Training October 14th
Wastewater is composed of 99.9% water. The constituents and strength of wastewater can vary depending on the source. Domestic wastewater is the water that is discharged from plumbing fixtures, appliances, toilets, bath, laundry, and dishwashers in a residence. Commercial wastewater comes from businesses, restaurants and manufacturing plants. Septic systems owners should be aware that anything they dump down their sinks or drains...
