Trading Post for July 22, 2020
Jul22

Trading Post for July 22, 2020

unisex Infantino shopping cart cover, place it n shopping cart and it will cover the handle and seat to protect children for germs asking $10, call or text 903.440.5523 for pic Coleman Outdoors Grill Stove with 2-burners still in original (new)box asking $45, also a 22-piece new Fondue Set asking $20 call or text 903.440.5523 for pic or question if no answer please leave message For Sale: a Bionaire Cool Mist Humidifier. Includes a...

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East End Allegiance Back to School Fair Set August 16
Jul22

East End Allegiance Back to School Fair Set August 16

In an email to KSST News from Bridgette Cooper, President of East End Allegiance: Our Youth; announced the 2020 Back to School Fair. The nonprofit organization in Sulphur Springs, TX is devoted to making a difference in the lives of our youth. Our mission is to empower our youth to be self-sufficient and confident in their being through; education, enrichment activities, training, mentorship, and community involvement.    We are...

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Cool Off, Relax and Recharge at Cooper Lake State Park
Jul22

Cool Off, Relax and Recharge at Cooper Lake State Park

Sunset fishing or boating is just one way to relax and enjoy the lake Cooper, TX— Cool off, Relax, Recreate, and Recharge at Cooper Lake State Park during August, which is our hottest month of the year!  We all know we need time away from all the rigors of life (especially now!) and Cooper Lake State Park is that happy place!  The lake is full and our newly improved sandy swimming beach at the South Sulphur Unit is waiting on you. Our...

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Hopkins County 4-H Members Excel In Spite Of COVID-19
Jul22

Hopkins County 4-H Members Excel In Spite Of COVID-19

By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health Agent Johanna Hicks  Although our summer 4-H camps have been cancelled, Hopkins County 4-H members have found other outlets in which to direct their attention.  4-H Record-keeping is a valuable skill which can be used later in life – college admission, job applications, and organization. Recently, three Hopkins County 4-H members qualified for District...

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Wildcats Football, Lady Cats Volleyball Starts Delayed Until Sept. 7
Jul21

Wildcats Football, Lady Cats Volleyball Starts Delayed Until Sept. 7

By Don Julian Things were buzzing at the SSHS Multipurpose Building Tuesday morning as word filtered in that the UIL had made a decision concerning the beginning of football in the fall. Wildcats Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Greg Owens announced that the UIL was delaying the start of football and volleyball practice until Labor Day, Sept. 7. The Wildcats Marching Band can also get started on Sept. 7. SSISD Wildcats The...

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Quilts Are An Expression of Love for Former Teacher
Jul21

Quilts Are An Expression of Love for Former Teacher

Laura Teer grew up in the country and of course like most moms, her mother sewed. But it was once Laura got into Homemaking classes in school that she really learned to love the creative value of sewing. In fact, what she learned in Homemaking, or ‘Home Ec’ influenced her life permanently in more than one way. Today, this retired teacher knows that it’s the daily stitches of love we show that create a strong...

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2020 Hopkins County Back to School Fair
Jul21

2020 Hopkins County Back to School Fair

With everything going on this year, CANHelp is switching to a scaled down, drive thru version of the fair. While we are going to miss the celebration aspect of the previous fairs, our goal is to still make sure the students have what they need for the start of school, whether at home or online. This year we are also including Yantis ISD students along with Hopkins County students. On an average year, we serve just a little over 500...

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Trading Post for July 21, 2020
Jul21

Trading Post for July 21, 2020

For Sale: a Bionaire Cool Mist Humidifier. Includes a Permanent Filter (just need to wash your filter. No need to buy any.) “Still in the original box. Only used a couple of times.” This party no longer needs the Humidifier. Asking $25 for it. If interested, or for more details, call 903-440-5523. This party can send you a picture. For sale John Deer model 953 farm wagon. This wagon has 15 inch rubber tires and has a heavy...

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Independence Symphony Concert Cancelled for 2020
Jul21

Independence Symphony Concert Cancelled for 2020

A press release sent to KSST by Linda Galligher, President of the Northeast Texas Symphony League, explains the cancellation of the annual Independence Concert, which due to COVID-19 limitations was re-set for September 5, 2020 from it’s original date of June 27, 2020. The Sulphur Springs Symphony League’s Board is sad to announce that the Independence Day Concert that had been postponed to Labor Day weekend, September 5th has...

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Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Update from Karon Weatherman
Jul20

Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center Update from Karon Weatherman

Dear Friends, please see attached the latest Seniors events which have been cancelled. Sadly, we have had to cancel some that are popular annual events. I am still holding out hope for the Senior Prom, and have moved it to November 21, 2020. I have attached that Flyer for you to see. I will give out tickets when I know for sure that it will happen. Here’s some other news; We are still cooking and delivering Meal A Day. We are...

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