SSHS Lady Cats Cross Country Team Recognized
Dec17

SSHS Lady Cats Cross Country Team Recognized

Sulphur Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees during the regular December school board meeting recognized the Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cats Cross Country Team, including coaches, for the runners’ accomplishments in State UIL competition this semester. Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees, Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cat Cross Country Team and Coaches. First, SSISD Board President Craig Roberts...

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Paris District Road Report for December 19, 2022
Dec17

Paris District Road Report for December 19, 2022

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 19, 2022. 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...

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FDA Approves First Gene Therapy for the Treatment of High-Risk, Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
Dec16

FDA Approves First Gene Therapy for the Treatment of High-Risk, Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer

News Release — Dec. 16, 2022 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Adstiladrin (nadofaragene firadenovec-vncg), a non-replicating (cannot multiply in human cells) adenoviral vector based gene therapy indicated for the treatment of adult patients with high-risk Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS) with or without papillary tumors. “This...

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A Year In Review — 2022 Livestock And Forage Education
Dec15

A Year In Review — 2022 Livestock And Forage Education

By Dr. Mario Villarino, Hopkins County Extension Agent- Agriculture and Natural Resources RELEVANCE Livestock and forage production are a 3.96 billion dollars industry in the Central Region. Livestock and forage enterprises are affected  by climate  and market variability. Hopkins County currently has more than 100,000 head of cattle with 27,000 head of dairy cattle. Due to environmental ...

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Live Oak Street Lights Are A Christmas Delight
Dec15

Live Oak Street Lights Are A Christmas Delight

Live Oak Street has become a local must-see during the holidays for about a decade, give or take a couple of years. While not quite as brilliant as the Griswold lawn of National Lampoons fame, the Sulphur Springs Christmas lights do shine as a beacon of goodwill and the continuation of a tradition started about 25 years ago, a light display that spanned acres of field. The Millers in front of their lighted Live Oak Street address,...

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Texans Can Protect Themselves From Motor Vehicle Crimes, Including Auto Theft
Dec14

Texans Can Protect Themselves From Motor Vehicle Crimes, Including Auto Theft

Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Recommends: “If You Like It – Lock It.” News Release — December 14, 2022 AUSTIN, Texas – Don’t let the Grinch – or auto burglars and thieves – steal your joy this holiday season. The risk of having your car or valuables stolen increases while shopping and traveling during the holidays. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) reminds Texans: “If You Like It – Lock It.” Texans...

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Texas Rangers Fan Fest 2023 Coming January 28
Dec14

Texas Rangers Fan Fest 2023 Coming January 28

Texas Rangers Fan Fest Returns Saturday, January 28, At Globe Life Field Tickets for 2023 Texas Rangers Fan Fest, presented by Comerica Bank available for purchase beginning Friday, December 9, at texasrangers.com/fanfest Arlington, Texas— The Texas Rangers today announced details for the club’s 2023 Fan Fest, presented by Comerica Bank, which will take place at Globe Life Field on Saturday, January 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Tickets...

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SSHS Wildcat Band Recognized For Achievement At State Marching Contest
Dec14

SSHS Wildcat Band Recognized For Achievement At State Marching Contest

Sulphur Springs High School Wildcat Band members gathered around the courthouse steps this week to receive special recognition from Hopkins County Commissioners Court. Then, later that night, band leadership was also recognized by Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees for the Wildcat Band’s achievement at the state marching competition. Sulphur Springs High School Wildcat Band gather for the reading of a proclamation recognizing...

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CHRISTUS Introduces New GI Doctor, To Celebrate Sargent For 14 Years Service In Hopkins With Retirement Reception
Dec14

CHRISTUS Introduces New GI Doctor, To Celebrate Sargent For 14 Years Service In Hopkins With Retirement Reception

Sulphur Springs, Texas, December 12, 2022 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. By Jennifer Heitman, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] New Gastroenterology Physician CHRISTUS proudly announces the addition of Umair Sohail, M.D., to our Gastroenterology team in Sulphur...

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Sulphur Springs ISD Choirs Concert
Dec13

Sulphur Springs ISD Choirs Concert

Sulphur Springs ISD fifth grader, middle school and high school choirs performed a holiday concert Dec. 6, 2022, in SSHS Auditorium. If you missed the SSISD Choirs Concert in the hustle and bustle of the the first week of December, KSST has it covered. Production Manager Matt Janson videoed the program for you to enjoy on your schedule. Watch on the link below, open on the KSST Radio 1230 YouTube Channel or catch the concert on...

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