A Visit with Claude Walter, KSST “Sunriser” and Former Hunting and Fishing Show Host
“One thing that growing up on a family dairy farm prepares you for is getting up early in the mornings to go to work”, shared Claude Walter, early-morning show host on KSST during the 1990’s. His first work was sharing the milking duties of their 20-head herd of Jerseys near Syracuse, NY. In Sulphur Springs, he took the handle “The Sunriser” because he signed on at 4:30am and by dispensing news, weather,...
Tradin’ Post for Tuesday,March 6th, 2018
For Sale: Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower, 24 hp, 42″ cut. Hydro Transmission. $750. Call Floyd 903 243 0201 For Sale: Seven California New Zealand Rabbits…4 months old…2 Bucks. 5 Does…..asking $15 each….You can see them most any time at 179 CR 1116 West, Sulphur Springs, Tx 75482…for more details call (903)-485-8165
A True Texas Game…Meet Winter 42 Tournament Winners
There were 26 Teams entered for the Winter 42 Tournament held on Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 in Sulphur Springs. Numerous spectators were there to support their favorites players of the popular domino game which originated in Texas. Tournament Winners are: 1st Place – Josh Boatman and Trey Hinton 2nd Place – Anne McConnell and Larry Wayne Conner 3rd Place – Joey and Ronnie Martin 4th Place – Cameron Bain and Noe...
Dinner Bell Menu For March 7, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU March 7, 2018 Officers and Board Members of the Hopkins County United Way this week’s Community Partner. Red Beans and Rice Fried Cabbage Garden Salad Buttered French Bread Kentucky Apple Cake Apple Slices (sugar free dessert) Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Served at 11:45 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs,...
Sulphur Springs UIL One Act Play: Violet Sharp
By Savannah Owens March 4 , 2018 – The UIL One Act Play (OAP) has been around since 1927. The competition and productions have strict sets of regulations. The term “One Act” refers to how the curtain remains open through the entire 18-40 minute play and there cannot be an intermission. For more information on the UIL competition click here. This year, Sulphur Springs High School’s OAP was Violet Sharp by...
Aviation History: VC-137C 85-6974 (SAM 974)
This Boeing 707-382B (c/n 20297/836) was originally delivered to TAP Air Portugal as CS-TBF in February 1970. It was sold to Buffalo Airways as N105BV in November 1983. It was finally seized by the U.S. Government from smugglers in 1985 and turned over to the USAF in October 1985. Buffalo Airways N105BV arrived at E-Systems 30 September 1985 and departed to Andrews AFB on 24 March 1988 as C-137C 85-6974. The airplane was disassembled...
Meal A Day Menu March 5th-9th
Meal A Day Menu March 5th – March 9th Monday Chicken Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Providence Vegetables Roll Tuesday Tater Tot Casserole Green Beans Squash Wednesday Chicken Spectacular California Blend Vegetables Pickled Beets Thursday Frito Chili Pie Corn Pickle Spear Friday Sliced Ham Potato Salad Baked Beans Cole Slaw...
Today is Texas Independence Day
By Savannah Owens Today many Texans are celebrating the 182nd anniversary of Texas Independence Day. This official state holiday began when Texas first declared independence from Mexico on March 2nd, 1836. This occurred at the same time as the Siege of the Alamo, which started on Feburary 23rd and ended on March 6th. Santa Anna refused to recognize Texas’s independence until he was captured, about six weeks later by Sam Houston...
Tradin’ Post for Friday, March 2nd, 2018
House for sale, 3 bedroom 3.5 acres, 70k. 5 puppies, 6 weeks old, lab cross. Ironing needed, on a regular basis, reasonable rate [This mean this person needs someone to iron items for her, on a regular basis, at a reasonable rate.]. 903 885 8618, 903 243 2684. Leave a message. 2 side by side cemetery plots at the Restlawn Memorial Park, Garden of Love. Asking $2200 for the pair. 903-975-0381 Lots of clean, free-range eggs from our...
Road Closed Due to Flooding
On HWY 71 near FM 3134 near the Hopkins and Hunt County line, the road has been reported to be flooded. As a reminder always be cautious when flooding occurs on roads, and do not try to drive through the water. It can be deceptively deep or mess up your car or leave you stranded.
