A Second Cup of Coffee About Choral Society Concert “I Saw the Light”
In this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with North East Texas Choral Society member Marilyn Powers. The two chatted about the history of the North East Texas Choral Society and it’s beginnings. They then talked about the upcoming concert, I Saw the Light. Give it a watch and find out what the Choral Society is all about! Choral Society Concert May 2024 I Saw the...
Fire Ant Control Without Dangerous Chemicals From Master Gardener David Wall
May 2, 2024 – My feeble mind says I wrote this article 10+ years ago, but I can’t find it anywhere! So, let’s talk about fire ant control. Fire ants are a great nuisance in our yards and gardens, and there are several ways to control them with numerous dangerous chemicals. There are, fortunately, two control methods that don’t involve such chemicals. The first is dried molasses – molasses in granular form. This natural...
Controlling Weeds in Ponds by Mario Villarino
May 2, 2024 – Controlling weeds in ponds is essential for maintaining water quality, preserving aquatic habitats, and ensuring recreational usability. Weeds can quickly overrun a pond, leading to decreased oxygen levels, restricted water flow, and an unappealing appearance. Effective weed control involves a combination of preventative measures and targeted management strategies tailored to the specific characteristics of the...
Ice Cream and Dominos This Month at the Senior Citizen Activity Center.
May 2, 2024 – The North Hopkins ISD Beta club will be making sundaes and playing dominoes at the Senior Center two weeks in a row during May. Be there at 11AM.
Hopkins County Spring Cleanup May 3rd & 4th
May 2, 2024 – Hopkins County Spring Cleanup is May 3rd from 7 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. and on May 4th from 7A.M. until noon. Hopkins County residents may bring larger household items (not commercial) to their county precinct barn to dispose of them properly. All county precinct barns will be open for the clean up, all trash will be accepted, however no toxic or hazardous materials will be accepted. That means no shingles, no chemicals,...
Chamber Connection – May 1, 2024
By Butch Burney The annual Cinco de Mayo celebration will get going at lunchtime Saturday and continue into the evening at Celebration Plaza. Everyone is invited to join the food and fun in downtown Sulphur Springs. Several bands will be playing throughout the day and there will be food stations and vendors. County wide Clean Up Hopkins County Clean Up Days are Friday, May 3, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Saturday, May 4, 7 a.m. to noon....
Trading Post for May 7, 2024
JD 2550 for sale, cab, $12,000. 3307 hours. 903 717 1194. a pair of new Bamboo Brown and black lace up and zipper on the back combat boots size 7 1/2 women call 903-440-5523 for picture asking $23 Janome MyLock 634D Serger asking $80, call 903.440.5523 for question or a picture.. This party has gallons of linseed oil, $25, gallons of coleman fuel for $20, and 2 new push mowers for $250 each, 903 335 8666 a sweet 16 crown asking $10...
Cumby 2024 FFA Auction and Dinner to be Held May 4th
April 30, 2024 – The auction of the Cumby FFA is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2024. It will be held at 6pm. Cumby FFA Members will be selling various items including, hay rings, fire pits, porch swings, cornhole boards, as well as many outdoor and indoor items. Dinner is also provided. If you have any concerns or questions please reach out, a preferred phone number would be (214)-725-1032. Cumby 2024 FFA...
AgriLife Extension Agent Lisa Sprague Visited Again on A Second Cup of Coffee
On this episode of A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down again with Texas A&M AgriLife Hopkins County Family and Community Health Extension Agent Lisa Sprague. The two discuss 4H, the “Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes” program, and more. Give it a view and gain new insight into living healthier. Do Well Be Well 2024 with...
The Next Lady Cats Area Playoff Softball Game is Friday, May 3rd, in Commerce
April 29, 2024 – The Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cats meet Quinlan Ford in Commerce, Texas, on Friday, May 3rd, 2024, in an area Playoff game. Game is scheduled to start at 5:00pm. KSST, 1230am, will carry the game, live. We will also video the game for playback at a later date and time. So, if you can’t come on out to the ball park in Commerce, Texas, and cheer on your hometown Lady Cats, then tune in to KSST and...
