Hopkins County COVID-19 Testing Update: 958 Tests, 648 Negative, 270 Pending
Jun10

Hopkins County COVID-19 Testing Update: 958 Tests, 648 Negative, 270 Pending

4 More Counties, 65 Additional Nursing Homes and 13 More Assisted Living Facilities Across Texas Reported First COVID-19 Cases Last Week Over the last week 13 additional confirmed new COVID-19 cases and two recoveries were reported in Hopkins County over the last week. Only 34 new screenings were conducted during that time, leaving 270 test results pending as of 10 a.m. June 10, according to the weekly Hopkins County COVID-19 testing...

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Was Downtown Sulphur Springs a Progressive City in 1914? You Bet! Get the Book!
Jun10

Was Downtown Sulphur Springs a Progressive City in 1914? You Bet! Get the Book!

Hopkins County Historical Researcher Shirley Patchen has released her third book of historical research on Sulphur Springs. It’s titled The Progressive City: History of Downtown Sulphur Springs 1914 and it’s available at the Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library, 611 North Davis Street in Sulphur Springs, at a cost of $50. Already, there’s a waiting list for those wanting a book from the next printing this...

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Chamber Connection — June 11, 2020
Jun10

Chamber Connection — June 11, 2020

Lezley Brown By Lezley Brown, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce The Hopkins County Adult Leadership is happy to announce that we are currently taking applications for the 2020-21 class. The Adult Leadership Class is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce.  The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for...

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Corvette Club Helping With “Beat the Heat” Fan Drive
Jun09

Corvette Club Helping With “Beat the Heat” Fan Drive

The Sulphur Springs Corvette Club dropped off 54 Fans to the Senior Citizens Center for the Annual “Beat the Heat” Fan Drive. These guys, and ladies, are always willing to help the Senior Citizen Center out every year. Corvette Club Fan Drive 2020 Shown in Photo: Mack Pitts, Tim Gee, Karon Weatherman, David Johnson, Steve Judkins and Mike Hart. If anyone needs a Fan they can call the Senior Citizens Center at (903)...

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Tips On Growing Cucumbers
Jun09

Tips On Growing Cucumbers

By Mario Villarino Cucurbits are a very interesting group of plant. They not only do well in Hopkins County but can handle the heat much better than other vegetables. Also, because even big plants can be kept in small space, gardeners have the tendency to always have at least one of them in their gardens. Some of the cucurbits can grow to a really big size. Mario Villarino DVM, Ph.D. Hopkins County Extension Agent for Ag and NR 1200B...

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Enola Gay Honored By Governor, Commissioners Court
Jun08

Enola Gay Honored By Governor, Commissioners Court

KSST’s own Enola Gay Mathews received honors from the governor and was recognized by Hopkins County Commissioners Court for her continued support of the community. Enola Gay was honored with the Governor’s Yellow Rose of Texas Commission and received a proclamation of thanks for her contributions to the community from the Commissioners Court. The Yellow Rose of Texas commission is bestowed to Texas women by the Texas...

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Trading Post for June 9, 2020
Jun08

Trading Post for June 9, 2020

Free to a good home: many cats. This party can no longer take care of the cats due to health issues. If interested, or for more info., please call 903-348-9929. Want to buy freezer, chest type is preferred, approx 10 cubic feet. 903-243-8430. Wanted: Carpet layer, 903 945 2456. Missionary needs a single mattress in good condition. 903 885 2735 Really nice bird cage on stand, $10. 903 885 2735 For Sale: iPhone 8 Plus with otter box....

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Fish, Boat, Hike! News from Cooper Lake State Park
Jun08

Fish, Boat, Hike! News from Cooper Lake State Park

Boat ramp repaired after Spring flooding at Doctors Creek unit Now it’s Time for Some Fun in the Sun at Cooper Lake State Park! Cooper, TX— It’s time to get outside and enjoy the beginning of summer!  What can be better than visiting Cooper Lake State Park?  The park has two swimming areas that are open and ready for you.  The lake is full and the cool early summer waters of the lake will feel so refreshing!  ...

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Meal A Day Menu For June 8-12
Jun07

Meal A Day Menu For June 8-12

While the Senior Citizens Center remains temporarily closed due to COVID-19, the dedicated Meal A Day volunteers continue to work five days a week preparing and delivering meals to shut-in elderly in the community. The Meal A Day menu for June 8-12, 2020 includes: Monday —- Poppy Seed Chicken, Rice and California Blend Vegetables Tuesday — Scalloped Potatoes with Ham, Broccoli and a Roll Wednesday — King Ranch...

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Paris District Road Report for the Week of June 8, 2020
Jun06

Paris District Road Report for the Week of June 8, 2020

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of June 8, 2020. 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 as...

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