New TxDOT Safety Initiative taps into the Lone Star Spirit
‘Drive like a Texan’ encourages safe behavior while driving December 15, 2024 – PARIS — People in Texas take pride in who they are. From holding the door open for a stranger to lending a helping hand to a neighbor, being a Texan is a way of life. But too many times, drivers leave that Lone Star spirit behind when they get on the road, which can often result in preventable crashes. To help instill that Texas spirit on the road,...
East Texas A&M University Appoints Dr. April Sanders as Dean of the College of Innovation and Design
Dr. Sanders aims to drive innovation in her new role at ETAMU. COMMERCE, TX, Dec. 11 2024— Dr. April Sanders has been named dean of the College of Innovation and Design (CID) at East Texas A&M University. CID hosts 14 interdisciplinary academic programs and is home to the university’s competency-based education initiative and Investing in Us, a professional development program for university employees. With a robust...
Try Heavy Hitter Okra in 2025 From Master Gardener David Wall
December 15, 2024 – Many gardeners have grown okra never thinking past Clemson Spinless which are good out to 4”. While they can grow to 8”, flavor goes down and toughness goes up, making pods tough to chew and swallow! Other varieties such as Louisiana are good to 10” but will grow to 16”. With spineless okra as a standard, pods on an individual stem are mostly 1-2. Jambalaya okra may have 4 pods at any one time. There is,...
Statement by Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller on Proposed Listing of a Butterfly a Threatened Species
December 12, 2024 – “The Biden Administration’s recent proposal to list the Monarch Butterfly as a threatened species is just the latest example of federal government overreach which cripples agriculture and rural development. Don’t be misled. This proposal isn’t about protecting butterflies. It’s about out-of-touch and out-of-control Washington bureaucrats forcing a radical agenda that punishes rural America and the...
Cooper Lake Supervisor Aron Maib Chatted About Christmas in the Park on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Cooper Lake State Park Supervisor Aron Maib visited with John Mark. The two chatted about Christmas in the Park coming up December 13th and 14th. The two also discuss the kid’s fishing day at Cooper Lake coming up on December 21st, a traditional hike held on New Year’s Day, and a lot more. Check out this exciting episode to learn what’s...
The 2024 Lions Club Lighted Christmas Parade Marched Through Sulphur Springs December 6th
December 11, 2024 – The 2024 Lions Club Lighted Christmas Parade marched through downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Friday, December 6, 2024. The event went off without any problems and was a big hit. Below is KSST’s coverage of the Christmas Parade. KSST’s James Terry offers commentary throughout the exciting parade. Be sure to check it out! Merry...
Wildcats Played Liberty-Eylau in Basketball December 3rd at Wildcat Gym
December 10, 2024 – Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats played Liberty-Eylau in basketball competition December 3rd, 2024, in Wildcat Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting game. Sports Director John Mark Dempsey called Play by Play and Tony Flippin returned to provide Color Commentary. Be sure to check out the exciting action below. Lady Cats take on Hooks December 13th, 2024 in Sulphur...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library to be Open December 14th
December 10, 2024 – The Hopkins County Genealogical Society announces that their library will be open Saturday, December 14th, 2024, from 9:30am to 1:00pm. The library will be open for “all your research needs.” The Hopkins County Genealogical Society hopes “you will join us!” The Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library is located at 611 North Davis Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Some Recent Photo Ops With Gala Sponsors
December 10, 2024 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs is sponsoring the 19th Annual Gala hosted by the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation. Joining in the big check presentation are (l-r) Gala Chair Brad Burgin, CMF-SS CEO Paul Harvey, Gala Chair Linda Burgin, and Gala Chair Joe Bob Burgin. This year’s Gala proceeds will help purchase an MRI upgrade for CMF-SS which will benefit the entire community. For...
First Graduates of East Texas A&M University to be Honored at Fall Graduation
Fall commencement ceremonies at East Texas A&M are set for December 13 and 14. COMMERCE, TX, Dec. 10, 2024— East Texas A&M University will celebrate the first graduating class under its new name at commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14. The Fall 2024 graduation is an exciting milestone for the university, which changed its name from Texas A&M University-Commerce to East Texas A&M on...
