Nancy Burkham
Graveside service for Nancy Burkham, age 84, of Dike, Texas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024 at Connor Cemetery. Ms. Burkham passed away at her home on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Nancy Burkham
Alvis Gilbert
Memorial service for Alvis Eugene Gilbert will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at County Line Baptist Church in Miller Grove, Texas. Alvis Eugene Gilbert was born September 8, 1927 in Rains County to Eugene and Ruth Gilbert. He passed away on September 30, 2024 at the age of 97 in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Alvis graduated from Rains High School at the age of 17. At the age of 18, he got a special invitation from the...
Raymond Miller
Raymond (Michael) Miller, 74, of Sulphur Springs, TX, passed away on October 5, 2024. Born on May 5, 1950, Michael was a devoted husband to Tammy Miller, whom he married February 23, 1980, loving father to two sons, and a giving member of his community. Michael graduated from Como Pickton High School in 1968 and later earned degrees in technology and business administration from East Texas State University. He was the proud owner and...
Wesley United Methodist Church Announces the Dates for Fall Round Up 2024
October 7, 2024 – Wesley United Methodist Church is proud to announce the dates for Fall Round Up 2024. It is set for Saturday., Nov. 9. Serving 5:30-7:30 PM. Cost is $15, $5 for kids 10 & under. We are cooking up some delicious chicken and beef Hopkins County Stew plus some awesome chili, all the good stuff that goes with stew, and desserts of all kinds. Live entertainment during the evening provided by Monte Tipps. We will...
Medicare AEP: What You Need to Know About This Year’s Major Changes
October 7, 2024 – The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is the time each year when Medicare beneficiaries can make changes to their Medicare coverage. AEP runs from October 15th to December 7th, during which beneficiaries can: Switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan or vice versa. Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another. Enroll in, switch, or drop a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan. Changes...
Report from United Way’s First Report Meeting
October 7, 2024 – The Hopkins County United Way Workers held their first Report Meeting October 1st, 2024. KSST received an email from the Hopkins County Untied Way Executive Security, Susan Berning, about the meeting. Susan Berning stated in this email… “Good morning, Campaign volunteers and media friends. Thank you for all you are doing on behalf of Hopkins County United Way and the 18 organizations this...
North Texas Food Bank Celebrates Exceptional Supporters and Volunteers at 17th Annual Golden Fork Awards
DALLAS, TX, October 7, 2024 – The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) honored its outstanding supporters and volunteers during the annual Golden Fork Awards ceremony, recognizing those who have significantly advanced hunger relief efforts across North Texas through their generosity and commitment. The awards, presented on September 24th, acknowledged the following remarkable recipients: Lifetime Achievement Award: Perot Family...
Paris District Road Report for Week of October 7, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Oct. 7, 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 as...
2024 Wildcat Hall of Honor Inductees – Induction Ceremony Scheduled for October 11th
October 5, 2024 – Four former Sulphur Springs Wildcat greats – two All-State players who were integral in the 2008 state football championship, the first NFL player from SSHS and a state tennis qualifier — will be inducted next Friday in the Wildcat Hall of Honor. Going into the prestigious hall will be 2010 graduate and All-State football player Bryant “Day Day” Jackson, 2011 graduate and two-sport All-Stater Fernando...
100th Anniversary Cookout at Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center on October 15
October 4, 2024 – As part of the year-long celebration of its 100th anniversary, Paris Junior College is holding a 100th anniversary cookout and open house at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “We hope to see everyone enjoy a free lunch with us on October 15 as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Paris Junior College,” said Dr. Stephen Benson, PJC President....
