Talent Abounds in Hopkins County By Johanna Hicks
As I write this week’s column, I’m surrounded by 4-H Project Show entries – photography, art, sewn items, baked goods, metal work, leather work, wood work, needlework, horticulture, and more. We have some very talented youth, and every October, our 4-H members have the opportunity to exhibit they handiwork as part of the National 4-H Week kick-off. The public is invited to view the entries at the Texas...
Tradin’ Post for Friday, October 5th, 2018
Wanted: a handyman. This party is looking for someone who is young and energetic… If interested, or for more details, please call Billy, in Brashear, at 903-582-9806… … … For Sale: a desk top laminating machine. “It’s in great working condition.” Asking $10.00 for it… If interested, or for more info., please call, or text, 903-441-4517… … … For Sale: a...
“Walk to Remember” Surpasses Target for Terrific Tuesdays 2019 Budget Goal
On a lovely Autumn evening, several dozen persons gathered for the “Walk to Remember” Alzheimer’s Walk in the Gardens at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs. Support is strong locally for the Terrific Tuesdays Alzheimer’s Respite Program. During the annual Walk, it’s $10,000 goal for 2019 program funding was surpassed with final donations, sending the total to over $14,000. Terrific...
Calling All Photographers! Take a Trolley Ride to the World-Wide Photo Walk at Heritage Park this Saturday, October 6 !
Perry Altenbaumer, DBA Photo Walk Committee Perry Altenbaumer, local businessman and member of the Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance, is encouraging all photographers and wanna-bees to join in a world wide photo contest on Saturday October 6, 2018 right here in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Cities everywhere are encouraged to stage a local version of the World Wide Photo Walk on October 6 in order to qualify to submit photos for...
Hearts of Life Animal Rescue Presents Jack for Adoption; Adoption Event Set for Saturday
Jack is approximately 5 months old. He is very intelligent, rides great in the car, walks well on the leash and loves everyone he meets. Jack is a puppy and will need an ample amount of chew toys. He is also the perfect age to train to your lifestyle. Jack’s adoption fee is $100.00 which includes all previous vetting, neuter and rabies shot. Please contact Hearts of Life Animal Rescue by phone at 903-439-5019,...
The Pumpkin Patch at Shannon Oaks Church Open Each Saturday in October!
Shannon Oaks Pastor Eric Godwin and Evan Godwin Eric Godwin, Pastor of Shannon Oaks Church and his son Evan stopped by the KSST Studios during the Good Morning Show to share some great news…the long-awaited Pumpkin Patch is about to open! In fact, it will be open to the public every Saturday in October from 10am until sunset. “We want the citizens and families of our area to come out and have a full share of wholesome...
Tradin’ Post for Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018
For Sale: a desk top laminating machine. “It’s in great working condition.” Asking $10.00 for it… If interested, or for more info., please call, or text, 903-441-4517… … … For Sale: a Jacuzzi bath tub. Also, for sale, a chair lift without the battery. Price negotiable. If interested or for more info., please call 903-393-0267. Metal lawn chairs, and 1 flower pot (Stew Pot –...
Trunk or Treat in Pacific Park
Coming October 27th, 2018 to Pacific Park in Sulphur Springs. The EEA Our Youth Are Having Their First Annual Trunk Or Treat. They Are Asking Everyone In The Community To Come Out And Have A Great Time. Plenty Of Free Candy, Food, Drinks And Fun. There Will Be A Costume Contest As Well, So Come Dressed In Your Best Costume And Win A Prize And Have A Great Time. Also Accepting Candy Donations And Monetary Donations. And Yes Its Tax...
“Walk Like Madd” Brought Crowds to Shannon Oaks
The actual walking portion of the “Walk Like Madd” Mothers Against Drunk Driving event in Sulphur Springs on September 29 began after dark with a glow walk at 8pm. However, two hours prior to that, crowds were already flocking in to the grounds of Shannon Oaks Church. Numerous food and cold drink vendors were set up alongside a burger grilling team from Clayton Homes. A barrel train and comic entertainment by clowns from...
Pride of TxDot, the New Cumby Rest Areas Open
TxDot Staff L. to R. , James Stevenson, Deputy Director of Maintenance Division, Wendy Starkes, Engineer Maintenance Division, and Richard Bagley, Inspector, Statewide On Grand Opening Day, the beautiful facility situated on the North side of Interstate 30 at Cumby, Texas was populated, not only with visitors, but with employees of Texas Dept. of Transportation, or TxDOT. I was greeted by designers, building contractors, District...





