Dawn Dickey
Graveside service for Dawn Dickey, age 52, of Gladewater, Texas, will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Reilly Springs Cemetery, with Steve Ferrill, Jansen Ferrill, Jacob Ferrill, Robby Bunch, Derek Wingfield, Cayden Ferrill, Tucker Fitts, and Doug Albanese serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Ms. Dickey passed...
Paris District Road Report for Week of September 9, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Sept. 9, 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...
Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center 2024 Olympics to Take Place September 13th
September 5, 2024 – The 2024 Senior Olympics will take place at the new Senior Activity Center, located at 301 Oak Avenue, Sulphur Springs, Texas. The fierce competition begins Friday, September 13th, 2024, at 11:00am. If you plan to compete you must RSVP by calling 903-558-1211. The first 100 people to sign up get a free tee shirt. A free lunch will be served. Some of the exciting competitions include axe throwing, darts,...
CHRISTUS Health Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Sulphur Springs Hospital, Announces Expansion
September 5, 2024 – (SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health celebrated the 75th anniversary of Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs on Thursday with a ceremony and announcement of a $25 million hospital expansion. The hospital, in partnership with the Hopkins County Healthcare Foundation and community partners, is investing in a two-phase hospital expansion, which includes adding nearly 8,000 square feet to the surgical...
Chamber Connection – September 4, 2024
By Butch Burney Do you want to get your company’s name in front of 7,000 people, and help promote the largest single-day annual event in Hopkins County? If so, there are still a handful of sponsorships available for the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Oct. 26. With your sponsorship, we will put your banner up at Buford Park, announce your company’s name from the stage as well as signs/banners with sponsors’ names on them....
City Managers Report September 3rd 2024
CLAIMS – We did not have any worker’s compensation claims or liability claims in August.We submitted a claim to TML for vehicle damage resulting from a minor accident involving 2 fleet vehicles. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN – We have been awarded the $250,000 grant to help pay for the comprehensive plan, and the grant contract is signed. Staff is preparing a request for qualifications to distribute to planning firms in September. HOLIDAY DRIVE...
Dinner Bell for September 11, 2024
The history of Guaranty Bank & Trust encompasses over 110 years; through wars, an economic depression, the financial crisis, and a world-wide pandemic. Success has been achieved by providing communities it serves with a bank that believes in investing in people; not just credit scores; succeeding with the community for its growth as well as the banks’ growth. All employees are encouraged to make a positive impact in the...
Dial Study Club to put on Homecoming Parade September 9th
September 5, 2024 – The Dial Study Club of Sulphur Springs will host a Homecoming Parade for the Wildcats on Monday, September 9th, 2024. The parade is scheduled to begin at 7:00pm. Come on out and show off your true Sulphur Springs Wildcat Colors and cheer on the battling blue! Dial Study Club Homecoming Parade
Funding Opportunities Available to East Texas Landowners for Prescribed Burning
September 5, 2024 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M Forest Service is offering more than $800,000 in grants to help East Texas landowners offset the cost of prescribed fire to reduce wildfire risks and restore ecosystems. The grant application is now available for eligible landowners conducting prescribed burns on their property by certified and insured prescribed burn managers. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30. Eligible...
KSST was Present at the SSHS 2024 Homecoming Court Media Day
September 3, 2024 – Sulphur Springs High School held their Media Day for the 2024 Homecoming Court, and KSST was there. The SSHS Homecoming Queen Contestants were on hand to take pictures and video and answer questions. Catch a glimpse of the SSHS 2024 Homecoming Queen Contestants in the video below. 2024 2025 SSHS Homecoming...
