Texas Wine Builds Global Momentum in International Organization
September 25, 2025 – Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences forges ties with 50-plus nations to advance wine science For the booming and rapidly evolving Texas wine industry, membership in the International Organisation of Vine and Wine, OIV, has its privileges. OIV is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the science behind viticulture and winemaking. Its membership represents 51 nations,...
Family Friendly Flower Fun During Uncorked: Wine Music and Art Festival Coming This October
September 25, 2025 – Ruthmary Hall, Randa Massey, Ruanne Horton and Rori Stroud, owners of The Depot in Sulphur Springs, have joined up with the Uncorked: Wine, Music and Art Festival. From the original ticket window to the giant wooden doors, this unique venue is perfect for gatherings, and local events near downtown Sulphur Springs, TX! If you like flowers, and who doesn’t, this event is perfect for you and your friends....
Gala Seeks Items for Live Auction
September 25, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 20 th Anniversary Gala planning is well underway. Great moments that will be throwbacks to Galas past will highlight the evening which features a live auction, silent auction, heads and tails game, and a 100 for $100 drawing. The evening will start with a reception featuring a signature drink followed by a fabulous dinner and dancing to a live...
Uncorked Kickoff Then A ‘Boozy Brunch’ Coming This October
September 24, 2025 – Allison, owner of The Oaks Bed and Breakfast in Sulphur Springs, has joined up with the Uncorked: Wine, Music and Art Festival. The B and B’s doors will swing wide for two special events on October 10th and 11th. The Oaks is known for hospitality and specialty cocktails. They host weddings and other events at their location on Oak Street. Happy Hour Festival Kickoff There’s no better way to...
New Shopping Vendors Announced for the 2025 State Fair of Texas
By State Fair of Texas | September 22, 2025 | The annual State Fair of Texas is made up of a wide variety of small businesses that sell anything from soup and drink mixes to cowboy boots and earrings. For 24 days each year, eager fairgoers meander the shopping marketplaces that are filled with a little bit of everything at the Most Texan Place on Earth® to find either the perfect gift for a loved one or the ideal item for themselves....
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...
