Sulphur Springs Wildcats and Ladycats Track Team Athletes Qualified for the State Meet
April 24, 2025 – Several Sulphur Springs Wildcats and Ladycats track team athletes qualified for the state meet at the Regional Meet held at East Texas A&M in Commerce last weekend. State qualifiers for the Wildcats are Creed Whisenhunt, the regional champion in 100-meter dash, with a time of 10.6 seconds, andTy Bybee, the regional champion in the pole vault, with a new school record of 16 feet. Ladycat state qualifiers are:...
Trading Post for April 28, 2025
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Fire Blight is a Serious Bacterial Disease Affecting Trees by Mario Villarino
April 22, 2025 – Fire blight is a serious bacterial disease affecting apples, pears, and ornamental trees like Bradford pears, prevalent in Texas landscapes. Caused by Erwinia amylovora, it can rapidly kill branches and entire trees if not managed properly. Symptoms of Fire Blight Water-soaked flowers that quickly wilt and darken. Leaves turning brown or black, often curling and shriveling. Twigs wilting from the tip, forming a...
Cooper Lake State Park Supervisor Aron Maib Stopped by for a Second Cup Of Coffee
On this interesting episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Cooper Lake State Park Aron Maib stopped by to have a chat with John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Aron discussed the upcoming program on Pollinators and the Stargazing event being held at Cooper Lake State Park. The two also talked about the water levels at Cooper Lake, fishing, and Swimming, and much more. Be sure to give this segment a viewing...
The Basics for Growing Cucumbers From Master Gardener David Wall
April 22, 2025 – Cucumbers are one of the easiest vegetables to grow, as they’re one of the most forgiving plants. They grow fast as long as they have good soil and plenty of sunlight. There are, however, some aspects that when practiced will increase the number of fruits produced. While the two types of cucumbers re slicing and pickling, either variety can be used for either purpose. Within each variety, there...
Paris Junior College to Host First Female Texas Ranger Major Wende Wakeman for Special Campus Presentation
April 21, 2025 -Paris Junior College invites the community to a special presentation by Texas Ranger Major Wende Wakeman, to be held this Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Math and Science Building, Room 101 on the PJC Paris campus. Major Wakeman will share insights into the proud tradition and modern role of the Texas Rangers, one of the most storied law enforcement organizations in American history. Her visit offers a...
Learn About the Choral Society’s Spring Concert on This Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
Jim Rutledge with the North East Texas Choral Society stopped by for A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to chat about the Choral Society’s upcoming concert, Steppin’ Out On Broadway. The two discussed the exciting concert, which has shows April 26th and 27th. Jim talked about some of the Broadway hits featured in this year’s Spring Show, and shared a little of what you can expect. It was also revealed that...
The Wildcats Took on Frisco Panther Creek in Baseball Action April 17th
April 20, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats played Frisco Panther Creek in a Non District Baseball game April 17th, 2025. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting game, which was played at Wildcat Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas! KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey, and Tony Flippin, called Play by Play and provided Color Commentary. Be sure to check out this thrilling game...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn April 23rd
April 20, 2025 – Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Tx. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites anyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to join us. For this month’s session you are encouraged to bring your sack lunch, salad or drive-through meal or we have snacks and drinks available for...
Paris District Road Report for Week of April 21, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting April 21, 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 approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid...
