Save Your Pennies Now More Than Ever
May 27, 2025 – The U.S. Mint confirmed that it will officially cease production of the penny, marking the end of a coin that has circulated in American commerce for over 160 years. The Mint has placed its final order of penny blanks, signaling the closure of an era for the smallest denomination in U.S. currency. The name Penny (or Penney) as a surname comes from the Old English word “penig,” referring to a coin,...
Lottery Scandal Now Includes Russian National
May 27, 2025 – Ryan Dickinson and Matthew Clemenson have pled guilty to their roles in a far-reaching securities fraud scheme involving Lottery.com. The charges stem from a complex web of fabricated financial statements, sham transactions, and regulatory deception—all designed to mislead investors and artificially inflate the company’s valuation ahead of a merger deadline. According to federal indictments unsealed earlier this...
Hopkins County Marine Corps League Held a Memorial Service on Celebration Square This Memorial Day
May 26, 2025 – The Hopkins County Marine Corps League Det. 1357 presented a Memorial Service on Celebration Plaza Downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas, this Memorial Day. Below is KSST’s coverage of this honorable ceremony. Veterans Voices Bob Kerr presented the program, with the National Anthem performed by Gracyn Hendrix, Tapps performed by bugler Jim Rich, and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Sheriff Lewis Tatum. Hopkins...
Ladycats Softball Team Dropped Their Best-of-Three State Semi-Final Series
May 25, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs Ladycats softball team dropped their best-of-three state semi-final series to Andrews over the weekend in Graham, two games to one.After losing to Andrews 6-4 on Thursday night, the Ladycats won game two late Saturday afternoon, 7-5. Sophomore pitcher Hannah Speed struck out eight, walked none and gave up eight hits. At bat, Speed went three for four with two doubles, a triple, two RBIs and...
The Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 Received Their Diplomas May 23rd in a Grand Ceremony
May 25, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 walked across the stage and bid farewell to their high school academic career in a grand ceremony Friday, May 23rd, 2025. The 2025 graduation ceremony went off without any problems. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting ceremony, which was held at Gerald Prim Stadium here in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Watch your Class of 2025 Wildcats receive their diplomas and...
Texas Ag Commissioner Miller Assures Hemp Farmers
May 25, 2025 – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is addressing growing concerns from farmers about the potential impact of Senate Bill 3 on the state’s hemp industry. While the legislation aims to regulate certain aspects of hemp-derived products, Miller clarified that it does not ban the cultivation of hemp or its use for biomass production. Instead, the bill is a focused attempt to restrict abuse of THC products in the...
Abbott Pleased With Passage of $8.5b HB 2
May 25, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott today praised the Texas Legislature for the passage of House Bill 2, which delivers a historic $8.5 billion investment in public education—the largest funding increase in Texas history. The legislation addresses multiple priorities, including pay raises for teachers and school staff, enhanced campus safety, and expanded career training programs for students across the state. “This critical...
Enjoy A West Texas Weekend Away in Rustic Comfort
May 25, 2025 – The historic Indian Lodge, nestled in the scenic heart of Davis Mountains State Park in West Texas, has officially reopened after completing an extensive remodel. Originally built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the lodge is a beloved symbol of southwestern architecture, featuring its iconic white adobe walls and rustic charm. Now fully restored, Indian Lodge is once again ready to welcome...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 26, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting May 26, 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...
A History of HCHC Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo
Sulphur Springs, Texas – New to the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo or want to know the purpose? Read this to get up to speed. Designer Handbag Bingo originated from a desire to make mammograms more accessible to uninsured women in Hopkins County. Previously, a grant funded an annual free mammography clinic. When the grant was no longer offered, the Foundation decided to find a way to continue offering...
