Learn About Teacher Lewis Ben Smith’s Book Signing Event November 29th on This Segment of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
Nov25

Learn About Teacher Lewis Ben Smith’s Book Signing Event November 29th on This Segment of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey

November 25, 2025 – Local author Sharon Feldt had A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to talk about the book signing for Sulphur Springs History Teacher Lewis Ben Smith being held November 29th, 2025. Sharon and John Mark also chatted about the book, Firestorm, the book, The Emperor Of Gladness, and much more. Learn about what’s going on at a local small business and perhaps learn about a new book you’ll...

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Give a Gift of Health Through the Snowflake Campaign
Nov25

Give a Gift of Health Through the Snowflake Campaign

November 25, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Snowflake Campaign is taking flight, and the community is encouraged to think of the Snowflake recognition program as a way to honor or memorialize friends, family and/or customers.  By donating a recommended $25 individual to be recognized, you are also helping the Foundation purchase a new blanket warmer for use in the expanded surgical...

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The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Celebrates One Year of Service
Nov25

The Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Celebrates One Year of Service

November 25, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – November marks one year of the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Breast Cancer Support Group. Meetings have become a network of encouragement and resources for women who have or have had cancer. Women who have had any type of cancer, not just breast cancer, are invited to attend meetings on the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Medical Plaza, 113 Airport Rd. The...

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You Can Marry a Texas Inmate, But Save the Ceremony for Later
Nov25

You Can Marry a Texas Inmate, But Save the Ceremony for Later

November 25, 2025 – Texas residents can legally marry an incarcerated partner, but the process is far more complicated than most people realize. While inmates retain the constitutional right to marry, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice has imposed strict rules that sharply limit how weddings can take place. The biggest obstacle is the state’s ban on in-person prison weddings. Couples are not allowed to hold ceremonies...

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Celebrate the Holiday Season Outside at a Texas State Park
Nov24

Celebrate the Holiday Season Outside at a Texas State Park

Nov. 21, 2025 AUSTIN – Falling leaves, chilly weather and migratory birds heading south mark the beginning of the holiday season in Texas. Starting this weekend, come enjoy a suite of different seasonal activities hosted by Texas State Parks for visitors of all ages, ranging from Thanksgiving potlucks to themed guided walks, crafting events and more. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) highly encourages anyone planning a...

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‘ShamWow’ guy running for Congress in Texas as a Republican
Nov24

‘ShamWow’ guy running for Congress in Texas as a Republican

November 24, 2025 – Vince Offer “ShamWow” Shlomi — better known to millions of late-night TV viewers as Vince Offer, the energetic infomercial pitchman behind the ShamWow towel — has officially entered the 2026 race for Congress. He filed paperwork to run as a Republican in Texas’ 31st Congressional District, aiming to challenge longtime GOP Rep. John Carter. The initial SlapChop “infomercial” directly sold 50,000...

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Paris Junior College Celebrates a Vibrant Homecoming Weekend Filled with Tradition, Awards, and Community Spirit
Nov23

Paris Junior College Celebrates a Vibrant Homecoming Weekend Filled with Tradition, Awards, and Community Spirit

November 23, 2025 – Paris Junior College wrapped up an unforgettable Homecoming Week, welcoming students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members to a series of spirited events that highlighted the Dragon Family’s pride, creativity, and connection. Festivities began with lively campus cookouts in Sulphur Springs, Greenville, and Paris, and a full lineup of student activities that built excitement leading into the weekend....

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TxDOT Approves Nearly $285 Million for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects
Nov23

TxDOT Approves Nearly $285 Million for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects

November 23, 2025 – Projects include sidewalks, bike lanes and safety improvements PARIS – The Texas Transportation Commission has approved more than $284.8 million for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that will help improve safety, mobility, access and quality of life for people across the state. These federal Transportation Alternative funds will go toward 73 projects statewide that will build sidewalks, shared use paths,...

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Paris District Road Report for November 24, 2025
Nov23

Paris District Road Report for November 24, 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 November 24, 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...

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Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas
Nov20

Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas

November 20, 2025 – November 30th, 2025, marks the beginning of Advent and Christmas activities at First United Methodist Church of Sulphur Springs, Texas, with blessing of the Christmas tree at 9:00am and again at 11:00am. See the full calendar of events below. Advent and Christmas at First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs Texas

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