Paris District Road Report for Week of September 23, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Sept. 23, 2024. 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...
Staying in the Loop on Roundabouts
Sept. 19, 2024 – AUSTIN — TxDOT is introducing a new process to help select roundabouts and other innovations to improve safety at intersections — where one-third of Texas’ fatal and injury crashes take place. Roundabouts can reduce fatal crashes at intersections by up to 90%. During National Roundabouts Week Sept. 16 – 20, TxDOT is highlighting their safety benefits as the agency works to implement them where appropriate...
Foreign Farmland Ownership From Master Gardener David Wall
September 19, 2024 – Foreign ownership of U.S. agriculture appears to be a two-fold problem. First there’s the ownership of companies processing agriculture products. For example, China owns Smithfield, our largest pork producer. Many pesticides are produced by foreign countries, and forcing them to comply with our regulations is difficult at best. Legislation is lacking, because Congress is loath to interfere for fear that any...
Christus Health Will Offer Flu Shots September 24th at the Senior Citizens Activity Center
September 19, 2024 – Christus Health will provide free flu shots Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The flu shots will be available beginning at 11:00am. There will be a limited amount. First come first serve. Christus Health will be providing these flu shots at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas. flu shots at Senor Citizens Activity Center September 24 2024
Mustard Beer is Here
September 19, 2024 – If you are planning to visit the Texas State fair this year, and your plans include the obligatory stop for a Corny Dog, you have a new beverage option to consider. Introducing Fletcher’s Original Corny Dogs Mustard Beer! Yup, exactly what the fair needed, mustard flavored beer. As with all Martin House brews, the mustard beer is exactly what you think it would last like. It’s a thick brew that...
Yard Sale and Tacos!
September 18, 20924 – Iglesia Jesus es el Camino will be holding a Yard Sale and Taco Plate lunch on September 21, 2024. Yard sale starts at 7AM. Tacos start at 10 AM in the parking lot at 841 Connally St in Sulphur Springs.
Calling All Vendors… and Lovers of Crafts
September 19, 2024 – The Sulphur Springs Church of the Nazarene will be hosting a Craft Fair on October 19, 2024. Right now they are inviting vendors to reserve their space. There is a fee for this event. To get all the details use the contact information below. Contact [email protected] or leave a message at 469-556-7160.
Voter Registration Drive Discussed on this Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had a chat with Ricky Godbolt and Tommy Harrison with Columbia Lodge #81. The three discussed the Voter Registration Drive Columbia Lodge #81 is having at Pacific Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas. John Mark, Harrison, and Godbolt talked about what is required to register to vote, what forms of ID are accepted, where residents of Hopkins County will...
Buy a Coffee and Help Children Across NE Texas on Friday
September 17, 2024 – Swing by Dutch Bros in Sulphur Springs on Friday, September 20th and purchase your favorite drink… or several drinks… or maybe drinks for everyone at your workplace. Dutch Bros will donate $1 from every drink purchased to help children in foster care right here in our community! The funds go to Lake Country CASA. Find out more about this worthy non-profit organization dedicated to helping...
White-tailed Deer Population Looks Strong Ahead of Archery-Only Season
AUSTIN — Good news for hunters! Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists anticipate an exceptional white-tailed deer season this fall. The 2024-25 archery-only season kicks off Sept. 28 and hunters should expect to have good harvest numbers and opportunities for quality bucks. “Given that over half the state experienced excellent habitat conditions this spring, it will be another great season to pull the bow out and spend...
