Extra Special History Walks Available in October
September 23, 2025 – John Sellers would tell you that every History Walk he does is special, and we agree. In conjunction with the Uncorked: Wine Music and Art festival coming October 10th and 11th, John is offering two walks that are extra special. Sip and Stroll Tour Join our Sulphur Springs’ Historian, John, to learn the secrets of Sulphur Springs. A great way to spend an evening; enjoying the hidden elements inside our...
Texas Wine Month Almost Here
September 23, 2024 – October is officially Texas Wine Month, a celebration of the state’s thriving wine culture, abundant vineyards, and winemaking heritage. With more than 470 wineries across several AVAs—Texas Hill Country, High Plains, Texoma, and others—Texas ranks among the top wine-producing states in the U.S. Events during Texas Wine Month help residents and visitors alike explore these wineries through tastings, wine...
The 2025-2026 Hopkins County United Way Workers Lunch was Held September 17th
September 23, 2025 – The 2025-2026 Hopkins County United Way Workers Lunch was held September 17th, 2025. The luncheon took place at the Southwest Dairy Museum in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Various officials spoke at the event, helping continue kick off this year’s campaign. This year marks the 70th Anniversary of United Way. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this exciting event. Hopkins County 2025 United...
Building Housing Newspaper To Get New Mural Next Month
September 22, 2025 – A Mural Painting Picnic will be held Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM CDT You are invited to leave your mark on the building occupied by the Sulphur Springs News Telegram. It’s a new community art mural! The Uncorked: Wine, Music and Art festival has outgrown it’s Main Street origins, and will now be held on Celebration Plaza. This event is part of the larger Uncorked:...
Inside the life of a TxDOT signal technician
Sept. 18, 2025 – By Tila Grant – DALLAS — Imagine North Texas at rush hour: Cars streaming down roadways, intersections humming with activity, and traffic lights blinking in perfect rhythm. Behind the scenes, a group of unsung heroes work tirelessly—often before dawn, sometimes through the night—to keep it all running smoothly. The signal technicians at TxDOT are the quiet conductors behind the scenes, ensuring traffic...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn September 24th
September 21, 2025 – We are so excited to have the opportunity to bring to you an in-person and professional speaker for our Lunch & Learn next week. It is not often we are able to do that and we cannot thank MIchele Bailey enough for agreeing to take the time from her very busy schedule to bring this talk to us. She is President of East Texas Genealogical Society, Director of Education for Texas State...
Paris District Road Report for September 22, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting September 22, 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...
Dinner Bell Menu for September 24, 2025
September 19, 2025 – COMMUNITY PARTNER: Alliance Bank The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. Alliance Bank was chartered as Sulphur Springs State Bank on June 13, 1927. The bank turned a profit that year and has done so every year since then, 98...
Calvary Baptist Church Will Host The Gospel Quartet The Lighthouse Boys October 3rd
September 19, 2025 – Calvary Baptist Church, located at 130 Lee Street, here in Sulphur Springs, Texas, will host a Gospel Quartet concert featuring The Lighthouse Boys, October 3rd, 2025. This concert is free to the public. A love offering will be taken up. There will be a dinner following the concert. The Gospel Concert begins at 6:30pm. The Lighthouse Boys are bringing their Southern Country brand of Gospel Music and Anointed...
Beware of New Scam Text Messages For Unpaid Tolls
September 19, 2025 – There is a rash of scam texts being sent to Texas phone numbers this month. Here is an example of one such text. Texas (TxDMV) Final Notice: Enforcement Begins September 21th. Our records indicate that as of today, you still have an outstanding traffic ticket. Pursuant to Texas Administrative Code 15C-16.003, if you fail to pay by September 20, 2025, we will take the following actions: 1. Report to the TxDMV...
