Alliance Bank in Sulphur Springs
Dawna Talks About the Upcoming Olympics in Sulphur Springs on This Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
Aug15

Dawna Talks About the Upcoming Olympics in Sulphur Springs on This Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee

John Mark sat down, again, with Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. The conversations covers such topics as the fan give-a-way at the Senior Activity Center, the upcoming Senior Olympics in September, the upcoming tailgate event, and much more. Be sure to check it out below! A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...

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Dinner Bell for August 21, 2024
Aug15

Dinner Bell for August 21, 2024

Alliance Bank was chartered as “Sulphur Springs State Bank” (the “Bank”) on June 13, 2027. The  Bank turned a profit in 1927and has accomplished this every year since that date; ninety-six contin ual years! The bank building at Main and Gilmer was ruined by a fire in 1934 causing the Bank to  move to its present location on the North side of the Square.  In 1937 the Carnation Milk Plant opened and began buying Grade A...

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Texas A&M University-Commerce Secures $2.2 Million Grant to Enhance Student Success Programs
Aug15

Texas A&M University-Commerce Secures $2.2 Million Grant to Enhance Student Success Programs

August 15, 2024 – The Department of Education grant aims to improve retention and graduation rates for first-time, full-time students at A&M-Commerce. COMMERCE, TX, August 15, 2024— Texas A&M University-Commerce is set to boost student success with a transformative $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Known as Title III Part A – Strengthening Institutions Program, the grant...

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Chamber Connection – August 14, 2024
Aug15

Chamber Connection – August 14, 2024

By Butch Burney Wind energy will be the topic for the Chamber’s Lunch and Learn on Sept. 11, featuring Apex Clean Energy. The energy company is anticipating investing in wind turbines in the western part of Hopkins County. The Lunch and Learn will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. Those in attendance will get a meal and information on the project, as well as the...

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Designated Emergency Infant Care Provider – Baby Moses Law
Aug15

Designated Emergency Infant Care Provider – Baby Moses Law

What is the “Baby Moses Law?” The “Baby Moses Law” is the common name of a law authorizing a designated emergency infant care provider to take possession of a child appearing to be 60-days-old or younger from the child’s parent, if the parent does not express intent to return for the child. You can find this law in the Texas Family Code, Chapter 262, Subchapter D. Emergency Possession of Certain Abandoned...

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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Resources and Guidance on Tree Care During Drought by Mario Villarino
Aug13

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offers Resources and Guidance on Tree Care During Drought by Mario Villarino

August 13, 2024 – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers extensive resources and guidance on tree care during drought, recognizing the vital role trees play in both urban and rural environments. Drought conditions can severely stress trees, making them more susceptible to disease, pests, and long-term damage. AgriLife Extension’s approach to tree care during drought is designed to help homeowners, landowners, and...

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CBP Officers Seize Over $6.5 million in Hard Narcotics at World Trade Bridge
Aug13

CBP Officers Seize Over $6.5 million in Hard Narcotics at World Trade Bridge

Mon, 08/12/2024 LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the World Trade Bridge seized hard narcotics that totaled over $6,500,000 in street value.  “CBP prioritizes its border security mission on a daily basis,” said Port Director Albert Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “CBP officers work diligently using all tools available to combat these narcotic trends.” CBP officers at...

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Governor Abbott Announces $3.3 Million In Grants For Rural Hospital Maternal Care Operations
Aug13

Governor Abbott Announces $3.3 Million In Grants For Rural Hospital Maternal Care Operations

August 12, 2024 – Governor Greg Abbott announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is awarding $3.3 million in grant funding to improve maternal care in rural hospitals currently not providing labor and delivery services. The HHSC Rural Hospital Maternal Care Operations Grant provides qualifying hospitals a one-time payment of $35,000 to purchase neonatal equipment, supplies, and training for emergency labor...

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Hopkins County Records – July/August 2024
Aug12

Hopkins County Records – July/August 2024

Daily Instrument Register For 7/18/24 Thru 7/19/24 Amber Nicole Thomas and Kevis Scott Thomas to Sophie Alice Gonzales-Mata and Eugene Daniel Mata; Tract in the AC J Procello Survey Ramona Iris Fisk to Kevin Matthew Fisk; Tract in the Daniel Holbrook Survey LJ Martin Ranch LLC to Brian Joseph Drake and Jennifer Lynn McClintock; Tract in the AC F Marrs Survey Big Country Land Management LLC and DCTXLP LLC to Puja Giri; Tract in the Lot...

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Dinner Bell for August 14, 2024
Aug12

Dinner Bell for August 14, 2024

The City National Bank, the oldest bank in continual service in Sulphur Springs, was chartered in 1889. It also has locations not only in Hopkins County but also in Wood, Rains, Van Zant, Gregg, Upshur, Cass, Morris, and services surrounding counties. The original lot on the corner of the Sulphur Springs square and Connally Street was purchased for $3,350.00. The two story building, home of the bank until 1968, was built at a cost of...

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