Salvation Army Angel Tree Signup Saturday
Two Salvation Army “Angel Tree” signups are planned at the VF Outlet Mall on Saturday November 14 from 9am til noon and on Tuesday November 17 from 4pm-6:30pm. Families with children can register for the annual help from Salvation Army, this year in the form of needed clothing, coats, etc. Parents need to bring documentation to qualify for Angel Tree. For details, contact Tammi at 903-348-9543. Additionally, this...
Four Republicans Seek Sheriff’s Office: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
November 13, 2015 – Voters in the Republican Primary election in March will chose the next Sheriff for Hopkins County unless someone registers to run in the Democratic Primary. Although formal filing for election begins next week, four men have announced their candidacy for Sheriff. Each of the four will have the opportunity to address those attending the Hopkins County Republican breakfast meeting Saturday 8 a.m. at League...
Christmas Joys Mini and Carton2Garden
Christmas Joys Mini and Carton2Garden What can I say, except, “wow!” Thanks for the fabulous response to the 2015 Extension “Christmas Joys” program held recently. Over 160 individuals attended or helped with preparations for this annual event. For those who were unable to attend, you have a second chance! Here are the details: What: Christmas Joys Mini session – you’ll get the entire booklet of all the recipes and directions for...
Tira News By Jan Vaughn
Tira News By Jan Vaughn North Hopkins Elementary Principal, LeAnn Tadlock, shared that students and teachers at North Hopkins Elementary School wanted to thank veterans for their brave service and protection of our freedom, so they honored them with a come-and-go reception on Wednesday. Mrs. Tadlock said that several veterans stopped by for a visit. Refreshments were served and students wrote letters and cards, drew and colored...
Danny Is Looking For a Home
During this month, some shelters are emphasizing adoption of older pets. Our very adoptable dog of the week this week is Danny. Danny is 9 years old. Hearts of Life Animal Rescue volunteer Deborah Balkcom brought Danny to KSST Wednesday. To adopt a dog, call Hearts of Life Animal Rescue at 903...
History By Foot Series Continues Saturday
Local historian John Sellers will be having another in his History by Foot series Saturday at 10 a.m. It costs $10. Call John at City National Bank for reservations. Sellers talked about his latest walk with Enola Gay on KSST’s Good Morning Show Thursday morning. Sellers said the walk will follow College Street talking about First Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church, early homes and businesses. Then, turning on Jackson...
Director’s Notebook… Hope Cain, Director, Public Library
Did Amazon just replace the public library? Now I enjoy Amazon.com like many of you. I can accrue items in my shopping cart and order when I’m ready. I always get exactly what I want, with fair prices and quick (free) shipping…what’s not to like? The article “Did Amazon just replace the public library?” written by Megan Garber is something I just had to take to task. What does it say? What does it mean? Am I out of a job?? In 2...
Pavilion Construction to Begin Soon
Work will begin soon on the Pavilion project in Buford Park. The city had been awaiting delivery of beams to use for the project and they are now at the location. City Manager Marc Maxwell stated a new manufacturer had been secured and the beams have been delivered. The original proposed supplier went out of business due to bankruptcy prior to delivering the product needed. Maxwell said the foundation work is ready to begin in the...
Commercial Dumpster Exchange Underway; Residents Asked to Observe 7 a.m. Deadline
Commercial garbage pickup in the City of Sulphur Springs will not be interupted by a change in collection companies beginning January 1, 2016, according to City Manager Marc Maxwell. Sanitation Solutions is already putting their different colored dumpsters in place at commercial collection sites. Republic will continue to collect garbage at all locations until the end of the year. Schedules for commercial collection and residential...
Sulphur Springs Receives 100 Trees From Texas A & M Forest Service
Sulphur Springs is one of 100 communities across Texas to receive a special delivery of 100 trees in honor of Texas A&M Forest Service’s centennial year, capping off a full year of celebrating the agency’s commitment to conserve and protect Texas’ trees and forests. Each community may decide how to use their trees. Many communities tied the trees to last week’s Arbor Day celebrations. Sulphur Springs gave their trees to the local...
