Trading Post for September 13, 2024
K-Bar small pocket knife, 2 blades, bone handle, 60s Vintage $8.00; Schrade Old Timer Stockman pen knife, 2 inches. three blades, bone handle #340T $12.00. Sold together $20.00. (903) 438-9175- For Sale: a brown plush sofa. It has a roll away bed in it. It is a “nice” sofa. “Gently used and in good condition.” If interested, or for more details, please call 903-885-2735. BeachBody Step–Workout anytime,...
TPWD Announces Launch of New Updated Paddling Trail Website
September 23, 2024 – AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will launch a newly updated paddling trails website Sept. 22 in celebration of World Rivers Day. The revamped website is designed to give paddlers in-depth information and innovative tools to make the most of their adventures on the water. “Whether you’re looking for a tranquil afternoon getaway or an exciting paddling challenge, this resource is your...
The SSHS Wildcats took on the Mt. Pleasant Tigers in Football Action on September 20th at Mt. Pleasant
Below is KSST/Channel 18’s video of the SSHS Wildcats Football game against the Mt. Pleasant Tigers. The game was played in Mt. Pleasant on September 20th. Check out the exciting game below. Game action is called by KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey and Tony...
Protect Your Tomato Plants from Nematodes From Master Gardener David Wall
September 22, 2024 – As we move into this year’s fall season, it’s time to consider root knot nematode (RKN) protection for next year. RKNs are tiny roundworms living in the soil and common in your area. They penetrate tomato plant roots and feed on the nutrients. The results are knots ranging from tiny up to one-inch-thick, all of which interfere with nutrient transfers. RKNs can only travel about one meter a year, so they...
A&M-Commerce Unveils Student Services Building and Welcome Center: The New Front Door to Campus
The 29,115 square-foot facility is designed to welcome prospective students and their families to A&M-Commerce. COMMERCE, TX, Sept. 19, 2024—Texas A&M University-Commerce celebrated a major milestone on Wednesday, September 18, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Student Services Building and Welcome Center. Dubbed the university’s “front door,” the 29,115 square-foot facility is designed to welcome prospective students...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn September 25th
September 22, 2024 – The Fourth Wednesday Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Tx. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites anyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to come on in. Bring your sack lunch, salad or drive-through meal and your tablet or laptop, if you wish. Last month we...
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
