The 2025 United Way Workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th to Celebrate Going Over Their Goal
Nov16

The 2025 United Way Workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th to Celebrate Going Over Their Goal

November 16, 2025 – The 2025-2026 Hopkins County United Way workers met up at the Campaign Thermometer November 13th, 2025, to celebrate one last time for going over their goal. This is the Hopkins County United Way’s 70th year of raising funds for very important and needy organizations. Their original goal for this year was set at a high $170,000.00. Not only did they reach this goal, they have gone above it, with...

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Paris District Road Report for November 17, 2025
Nov16

Paris District Road Report for November 17, 2025

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting November 17, 2025. 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...

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Joyce Cook
Nov16

Joyce Cook

February 8, 1942 — November 14, 2025 Sulphur Springs A private family graveside for Joyce Cook, age 83, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at a later date. Mrs. Cook passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Friday, November 14, 2025. Joyce Cook

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A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, November 16, 2025
Nov16

A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, November 16, 2025

Hey Friends listen to what John 1:14-18 [14] So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was FULL OF UNFAILING LOVE and FAITHFULNESS. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son. [15] John testified about him when he shouted to the crowds, “This is the one I was talking about when I said, ‘Someone is coming after me who is far greater than I am, for he existed long before...

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Consider Pine Needle Mulch By Master Gardener David Wall
Nov15

Consider Pine Needle Mulch By Master Gardener David Wall

November 14, 2025 – Though an evergreen, pine trees can shed needles all year long, but usually shed the most in summer and fall.  Only a few species shed in the spring. In the “old” day, it was rake and burn in the fall, along with deciduous leaves.  Many studiously avoid using pine needles for mulch as their acidity can, in quantity, negatively affect the soil pH.  While still green, this is true, but once they...

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SSISD Superintendent Dr. Steeber Dropped by KSST for a Second Cup Of Coffee November 11th
Nov15

SSISD Superintendent Dr. Steeber Dropped by KSST for a Second Cup Of Coffee November 11th

November 15, 2025 – Sulphur Springs Texas ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber stopped by the KSST studios November 11th to be a guest on KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Dr. Steeber talked about the Sulphur Springs ISD band, the Career and Technical Education program, and so much more. Check out the episode below and see what the Sulphur Springs ISD is up to these days. A Second Cup of...

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The Season Opener of Lady Cats Basketball was November 11th
Nov14

The Season Opener of Lady Cats Basketball was November 11th

November 14, 2025 – The season opener of Sulphur Springs Texas High School Basketball was November 11th, 2025 with a game against Van. The game was played in Wildcat Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this game. KSST’s Sports Director, John Mark Dempsey, called Play by Play, and Tony Flipping provided Color Commentary. Be sure to check out this game and see how your Lady Cats...

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Next Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting to be Held November 20th
Nov14

Next Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting to be Held November 20th

November 14, 2025 – Members:  this meeting includes our annual election of officers. Your attendance in-person or via zoom is important to ensure we have a quorum for the vote. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society is pleased to welcome Pat Chase, local author and long-time HCGS member, as guest speaker for our November meeting. Pat will share the story behind his book Jonathan Knight – Pathfinder of American Roads. Pat...

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Sulphur Springs Wildcats Started the Playoffs with a Resounding 62-9 Bi-District Win
Nov14

Sulphur Springs Wildcats Started the Playoffs with a Resounding 62-9 Bi-District Win

November 14, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs Wildcats started the playoffs with a resounding 62-9 bi-disgtrict win over Dallas Kimball Thursday night at Mesquite Memorial Stadium in a game heard on KSST. The Wildcats scored on nine of their ten possessions in the game. Jaxson Haire rushed for two touchdowns and made a sensational catch for another score. Mason Cooper threw three touchdown passes, one to Haire and two to Jaxson...

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CHRISTUS Health Celebrates 40th Anniversary of  Flight for Life in East Texas
Nov14

CHRISTUS Health Celebrates 40th Anniversary of  Flight for Life in East Texas

November 14, 2025 – Ceremony held at Mother Frances Hospital to recognize the achievement (EAST TEXAS) – CHRISTUS Health is proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Flight for  Life, its trusted air medical transport service dedicated to saving lives across the region.  Established in 1985, CHRISTUS Flight for Life is a cornerstone of the region’s emergency  response system. Covering more than 120,000 square...

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