Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas
Nov20

Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas

November 20, 2025 – November 30th, 2025, marks the beginning of Advent and Christmas activities at First United Methodist Church of Sulphur Springs, Texas, with blessing of the Christmas tree at 9:00am and again at 11:00am. See the full calendar of events below. Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas

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Gala Prepared to Offer Nods to the Past
Nov20

Gala Prepared to Offer Nods to the Past

November 20, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX –  You probably know by now that the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation loves to celebrate!  From fun events like the Gala, Man Bingo, and Designer Handbag Bingo to wonderful life-saving free clinics, the Foundation likes to spread joy. As we get closer to January 24, and the 20th anniversary Gala, we asked Heather Johnson to share what we can expect at the Gala this...

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Snowflake Campaign Will Warm Local Hospital Patients
Nov20

Snowflake Campaign Will Warm Local Hospital Patients

November 20, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation is preparing for the generosity of the community this season as it awaits the names of individuals and organizations to be recognized with a snowflake bearing names of those being honored. Through the Snowflake Campaign, the community is invited to pay tribute to friends or family members with a gift in their honor or memory.  The Foundation...

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CHRISTUS Health Recognizes National Rural Health Day by Celebrating Commitment to Rural Care
Nov20

CHRISTUS Health Recognizes National Rural Health Day by Celebrating Commitment to Rural Care

November 20, 2025 -(EAST TEXAS) – CHRISTUS Health recognizing National Rural Health Day on Nov. 20,  honoring the dedication and resilience of rural health professionals, organizations and  communities across Northeast Texas.   CHRISTUS Health hospitals and clinics across the region play a vital role in serving families  who might otherwise travel long distances for emergency care, labor and delivery,...

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Dinner Bell Menu for November 26, 2025
Nov19

Dinner Bell Menu for November 26, 2025

November 26, 2025 – COMMUNITY PARTNER: The Dinner Bell Feeding Ministry will not be preparing meals on Wednesday, November 26th so  our dedicated volunteers may share the Thanksgiving Holiday with friends and families.  Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. Enjoy the time with your  loved ones! See you December 3rd for food and fellowship! MENU:HAPPY THANKSGIVING! We encourage...

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Trading Post for November 19, 2025
Nov19

Trading Post for November 19, 2025

ADULT WALKER. Free to pick up. Old Shop Vac. Runs well. New Hoses. Free to pick up. (903) 438-9175) okay to leave message. new box of diapers Pampers Swaddlers 96 counts size 1, asking $15 call 903-440-5523 have a 300-gallon propane tank asking $450 in good standard shape call 903.440.5523 or 430.290.9215.for more information. Used appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer. I am moving and need to get rid of these items. $150 for all...

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A&M CEA Mario Villarino Visited on A Second Cup Of Coffee to Discuss the NETBIO Annual Meeting November 21st
Nov19

A&M CEA Mario Villarino Visited on A Second Cup Of Coffee to Discuss the NETBIO Annual Meeting November 21st

November 19, 2025 – Texas A&M AgriLife Hopkins County Extension Agent Mario Villarino-Gutierrez visited on KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to talk about the next NETBIO Annual Meeting taking place November 21st, 2025, at 12:00pm, at the Sale Barn in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mario and John Mark also chatted about the beef industry and it’s future, the dairy industry, and much more. Be sure to...

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The 2025 United Way Workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th to Celebrate Going Over Their Goal
Nov16

The 2025 United Way Workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th to Celebrate Going Over Their Goal

November 16, 2025 – The 2025-2026 Hopkins County United Way workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th, 2025, to celebrate one last time for going over their goal. This is the Hopkins County United Way’s 70th year of raising funds for very important and needy organizations. Their original goal for this year was set at a high $170,000.00. Not only did they reach this goal, they have gone above it, with...

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Paris District Road Report for November 17, 2025
Nov16

Paris District Road Report for November 17, 2025

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting November 17, 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...

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Consider Pine Needle Mulch By Master Gardener David Wall
Nov15

Consider Pine Needle Mulch By Master Gardener David Wall

November 14, 2025 – Though an evergreen, pine trees can shed needles all year long, but usually shed the most in summer and fall.  Only a few species shed in the spring. In the “old” day, it was rake and burn in the fall, along with deciduous leaves.  Many studiously avoid using pine needles for mulch as their acidity can, in quantity, negatively affect the soil pH.  While still green, this is true, but once they...

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