Two National Park Offices in Texas Slated for Closure
March 7, 2025 – President Donald Trump’s administration has announced plans to close two national park offices in Texas as part of a broader effort to cut government spending. The decision affects key National Park Service (NPS) facilities that play crucial roles in resource protection, public safety, and park management. One of the offices slated for closure is the main headquarters of the Lake Meredith National Recreation Area...
Texas Ends Remote Work Option for Government Employees
March 7, 2025 – The State of Texas has officially ended remote work for government employees, following a broader push by President Donald Trump to bring federal workers back to in-person offices. On his first day back in office, Trump signed an executive order requiring federal employees to return to onsite work, citing the need for efficiency, accountability, and better public service. Texas leaders quickly followed suit,...
Dinner Bell for March 12, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church SPONSOR: Christus Health The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. In July 2016 the Hopkins County Hospital District and Christus Health formed an alliance in which Christus became the leasing entity of...
Paris Junior College’s Gabriella Sosa tops National Rankings
March 6, 2025 – Paris Junior College softball player Gabriella Sosa has snagged several number one spots in rankings from the National Junior College Athletic Association this week. The sophomore catcher is currently number one nationally in home runs (20), runners batted in (56), and total bases (106). She is third nationally in slugging percentage (1.359) and fourth in hits (40). “Gabby has gotten off to a great start and her...
Weekly Senior Center Activities with Meal A Day Menu for the Week of March 10th
March 6, 2025 – Check out what the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center has in store for the community this week, this month, and upcoming months! This post also includes the Meal A Day Menu for March 10th, 2025 through March 14th, 2025. Senior Center Weekly Calendar March 10 through 14 mardigras March 2025 Sr Center 21st Annual Sulphur Springs 90 Plus Bridges Banquet
Paris Junior College President Wins State, National Awards
March 6, 2025 – Just eight months into his first year as Paris Junior College’s ninth president, Dr. Stephen M. Benson is already gaining state and national notice. He will receive two awards from Phi Theta Kappa, the national two-year college honor society. He was nominated for both awards by the PTK Beta Zeta Chapter, which has been active at PJC since 1932. “I am truly honored to be nominated for these awards by the...
East Texas A&M Breaks Ground on Buffalo Wild Wings, a New Hub for Lion Fans
The 5,000+ square-foot restaurant will feature an enclosed patio and covered exterior game area. COMMERCE, TX, March 4, 2025—East Texas A&M University is gearing up for a game-changing addition with a brand-new Buffalo Wild Wings set to open in fall 2025. Construction is underway just south of Whitley Hall near State Highway 24 in Commerce, Texas. The restaurant will be university-owned and operated by East Texas A&M’s food...
“William’s Window” opens Thursday at Paris Junior College
March 6, 2025 – The youth theater production, “William’s Window,” opens Thursday evening on the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theater at Paris Junior College. PJC’s Drama Department is offering the delightful play by Marina Stockdale that’s designed to introduce audiences to the works of William Shakespeare. Performances run from March 6 to March 9, 2025. “We invite you to join PJC Drama for an engaging theatrical...
Dr. Steeber Visited on This Second Cup Of Coffee to Chat About the First “STEM” Night Being Held March 6th
Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber dropped by to visit on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Dr. Steeber talked about the first Annual “STEM” Night taking place at the Middle School March 6, 2025. They also discussed extra curricular activities at the Sulphur Springs High School, the UIL Film students, and so much more. Be sure to check out this...
City Manager Submits Monthly Report
March 5, 2025 – During the regular meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council on Tuesday March 4, 2025, City Manager Marc Maxwell submitted his monthly report. TO: CITY COUNCILFROM: CITY MANAGER, MARC MAXWELLSUBJ: MANAGER’S REPORT CLAIMS – We did not have any workers compensation claims in February. We did have one claim for wastewater flooding in a residence. ALABAMA STREET – Utilities are installed From Morris to Como. This...
