Bright Star Trumpeter Performs in Four-States Honor Band
Parker Tillery, son of Michael and Amanda Tillery, lead trumpeter for the Bright Star Christian School Band was awarded a position in the Four States Honor Concert Band. The performance was held on January 14th, 2017 at the Performance Arts Center in Texarkana, TX. Over 200 students from Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma formed 2 concert bands, and one jazz band. Rehearsals were held for 3 days prior to the event. Parker says,...
Dinner Bell Receives $500 From the Celebration Association
Proceeds from the “Taste of Sulphur Springs” event that took place on November 9th, 2016 were presented to Dinner Bell on Wednesday January 18th, 2017. Mary Campbell and Kaydee Hauerwas presented the check to Head Cook Judy Gilreath. The Celebration Association promotes Downtown Businesses in Sulphur Springs, TX.
Bingo at the Senior Citizens Center; Fierce Competition
Bingo at the Senior Citizens Center can be fierce. Those who might think this is a casual game, or just something to pass the time would be sorely mistaken. Prizes are coveted, and reports ‘post-game prize trading’ can be confirmed. Bingo is played twice a week at the Senior Center in Sulphur Springs. 150 Martin Luther King Blvd Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482 (903) 885-1661
Lions Club Serves Dinner Bell
The Sulphur Springs Lion’s Club served the community at the weekly Dinner Bell at First United Methodist Church Wednesday January 18th, 2017. President Candace Ashmore said this is the Clubs first time sponsoring the event. The Lion’s meet Tuesdays at Noon at Pizza Inn in Sulphur Springs. Don Sapaugh, the Club’s Tail Twister was not in attendance…. If anyone is interested in being a Community Partner for this...
Wanna Bees Quilting; I was not Prepared
This is not quiet group of pensioners drinking lemonade and talking about their grandchildren. They haul in specialized sewing machines, portable ironing boards, and cutters that look sharp enough to trim burlap. With cell phones ringing, and debates about patterns, basting, and pre-loaded bobbins, they hand craft quilts and other goods at a steady pace. 20170117_100400 20170117_100405 20170117_093358 20170117_093434 20170117_094325...
Museum Presents First-Time Author
The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum is pleased to present first-time author Kathleen Hooten for a presentation of The Adventures of Cabo the Goat. Not only will the presentation include Kathleen’s appearance, but it will also include an introduction and appearance of Cabo. We are told that Cabo is very well-mannered and loves the attention of kids. Kathleen and Cabo will appear at the Children’s Museum on Saturday,...
Saturday Lunch at MLK Church of Christ
Martin Luther King Church of Christ Community Outreach Program offers a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The food pantry will also be open at the church building during that time. For more information, contact lunch ministry and food pantry coordinators Sequita Mosley, Katie Robinson or Bettye Harrison or Amanda Wilkins at 903-885-8511.
Beans in Espresso Machine; Unconfirmed Report
KSST has received an unconfirmed report that ‘beans’ may indeed be present inside the espresso machine. Contractors at the scene can not confirm or deny an opening date. Shrubberies are being interred, and the drive up menu board is working. Surely coffee based goodness is only a few weeks to months away. Starbucks Jan 2016 Starbucks Jan 2016 Starbucks Jan 2016 Starbucks Jan 2016 Starbucks Jan 2016 Starbucks Jan 2016...
Hopkins County Officials Receive Oath January 1st
Newly elected and re-elected Hopkins County officials received the oath of office at 4 p.m. Sunday in the District Court Room of the County Courthouse. Among those receiving the oath of office: Newly elected Sheriff Lewis Tatum and County Commissioner, Precinct 1 Mickey Earl Barker. Returning elected officials include: Eighth District Court Judge Eddie Northcutt, , District Attorney Will Ramsey, County Attorney Dustanna Hyde Rabe,...
