*Update* SSPD Investigates Murder of Frosty The Snowman On Main Street
December 2, 2024 – Although not dressed in green, a “grinch” was caught on security camera tackling and depleting a blow-up Frosty of his much needed oxygen at a local business on Main Street late Saturday night. The offending suspect, wearing a dark coat, khaki pants, red ballcap and tennis shoes calmly walks up behind the unsuspecting holiday character, pouncing on the decoration and collapsing Frosty to the ground...
Paris District Road Report for Week of December 2, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 2, 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...
Two East Texas A&M Alums to Lead Texas DPS
Both Martin and Kidd graduated from competency-based degree programs at East Texas A&M designed to help working professionals advance their careers. COMMERCE, TX, November 22, 2024—The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced two key appointments held by East Texas A&M University graduates. Freeman F. Martin will become the 14th director of DPS, while W. Nim Kidd continues to serve as assistant director and chief...
Chamber Connection – November 27, 2024
By Butch Burney We like to celebrate the great things about Hopkins County, and the best time to do it is at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet and Community Awards. Nominations are being accepted for Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Small and Large Businesses of the Year and other superlative recognitions. The awards will be announced at the Chamber’s membership banquet on Thursday, Feb. 13, at the Hopkins...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard for Illegally Conspiring to Manipulate Energy Markets, Driving Up Costs for Consumers
November 27, 2024 – Attorney General Ken Paxton sued BlackRock, State Street Corporation, and Vanguard Group, three of the largest institutional investors in the world, for conspiring to artificially constrict the market for coal through anticompetitive trade practices. Over several years, the three asset managers acquired substantial stockholdings in every significant publicly held coal producer in the United States, thereby...
Paris Junior College Announces Registration, Closures and new Events
PJC announces registration, closures and new events November 26, 2024 – Paris Junior College is holding two fall graduation ceremonies on December 13, one at 1:00 p.m. for those graduating with their certificates or associate of applied science degrees, and the second one at 4:00 p.m. for those graduating with an associate of arts, associate of science, or associate of arts in teaching degrees. Both will be held in the Hunt...
Paris Junior College Holding free Music and art Events December 2nd and 3rd
PJC holding free music and art events Dec. 2 & 3 November 26, 2024 – Lovers of fine arts have three free events to enjoy at Paris Junior College on Monday, Dec. 2 and Tuesday, Dec. 3. Monday evening at 7 p.m., PJC’s Music Department hosts the Fall Guitar, Piano and Voice Student Recital in the Shaw Recital Hall in the Music Building on the northwest corner of the Paris campus. Tuesday, Dec. 3, the Fall Art...
Prussic Acid is a Highly Toxic Compound that can Develop in Certain Plants by Mario Villarino
November 26, 2024 – Prussic acid, also known as hydrocyanic acid (HCN), is a highly toxic compound that can develop in certain plants, particularly under stress. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides essential guidance on managing prussic acid risks in livestock forage, especially in sorghum, sorghum-sudangrass, and johnsongrass, which are common in Texas pastures and can pose significant health risks to grazing animals....
Dawna Chatted About Holiday Happenings at the Senior Center on This Second Cup Of Coffee
Dawna Pryor, Coordinator at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center, visited with John Mark on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. The two chatted about the the Silver Santa drive, the Chili Cook-Off on December 6th, The Senior Snow Flake social on December 12th, and so much more. Learn what the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center has in store for the Holidays this year,...
Celebrate the Holiday Season Outside at a Texas State Park
November 26, 2024 – AUSTIN— The weather has cooled and the leaves are falling, which means the holidays have finally arrived in Texas. Starting this weekend, Texas State Parks are hosting a suite of different seasonal activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy, including themed guided walks, crafting events and more. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) highly encourages anyone planning a trip to a Texas State Park...
