Poverty Simulation Well Attended
February 8, 2024 – A poverty simulation hosted by the First United Methodist Church Sulphur Springs was well attended on Thursday. Community leaders, elected officials, local law enforcement and the public participated. The Gray’s Building in Pacific Park was chosen for the event. The board game type activity provided education and learning and was created by Cultiv8Community, an organization based in Paris, Tx. Rev Dana...
AARP Tax-AIDE Officially Begins
February 7, 2024 – The AARP Tax-AIDE program officially saw their first clients of the 2023 tax season this week. This volunteer powered service is available to anyone regardless of age or residence. Volunteers from as far as Greenville traveled to the Sulphur Springs Public Library to help people file their Federal Income Tax. They are not the only ones drawn to the Celebration City, clients are known to drive from as far as...
Want to Send Your Child to Another Public School District? Texas School Choice Says You Can
February 5, 2024 – Even though the possibility of School Vouchers for Texas families seems dim, there are options for Texas Families when it comes to public schools. Open enrollment in public schools means it’s possible to change your children’s school, without being required to pay tuition in that new district. Remember that in Texas, the state allows each district to decide it’s own open enrollment policies....
Today: Last Day to Register to Vote
February 5, 2024 – Today is the last day to register to vote in the March 5, 2024 Election. Hopkins County Residents who want to register can find all the information they might need by contacting: I want to register to vote or I need more information. Click here. Tracy SmithHopkins County Clerk / County Election Official128 Jefferson Street, Suite CSulphur Springs, TX 75482Phone: 903-438-4074Fax: 903-438-4110 How do I know if...
City Council Election Issues: Results of the Poll
February 5, 2024 – The results are in. Of the the issues suggested, the overwhelming issues on the minds of people who voted in the online pole are: Currently three seats are up for grabs in the City Council Election coming up in early May. There is still time for more candidates to sign up.
Poll: Top Issues for Sulphur Springs City Council
February 2, 2024 – KSST gathered input from the community on what voter’s top issues are. With two seats open on the City Council and elections coming up soon, now is a great time to get the discussion started. Here are the top issues suggested by participants. They are listed in no particular order. Please consider voting for the issue you are most concerned about. This poll is no longer accepting votesWhat is your top...
Clothing Ministry at the Lighthouse Rays of Hope
February 1, 2023 – Clothing for anyone who needs it is available at 1119 Shannon Rd east in Sulphur Springs, TX.
Winnsboro Animal Shelter: February Love Event
January 31, 2023 – The Winnsboro Animal Shelter always has a variety of cats and dogs just waiting to be welcomed into a loving home. Contact us today to find your new four-legged best friend! Help us help them by visiting this link for all the ways you can help the Winnsboro Texas Animal Shelter from monetary donations to physical donations. https://www.winnsborotxanimalshelter.org/donate You can shop the Animal Shelter’s...
What Issues are Important to You?
January 31, 2024 – What issues do you feel are of the highest importance for Sulphur Springs? Sulphur Springs City Council elections are coming up. Here is a chance to anonymously voice your opinion and provide possible solutions. KSST has made a short Google Form to collect your thoughts and suggestions. Click here to open the Google Form.
Voters Chose Dutton Over Money
Jill Dutton has narrowly defeated fellow Republican Brent Money in the special election runoff for a Texas House seat that marked an early flashpoint in the latest Texas GOP civil war. Dutton’s win marks something of an upset after Money got the support of a who’s who of top Texas Republicans, including Gov. Greg Abbott, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and Attorney General Ken Paxton. With all precincts reporting Tuesday night, Dutton...