Wildcats Basketball Edge Extended One Week Due to Gym Renovations
The Edge for Wildcats basketball was set to conclude yesterday, up until word was passed down to Coach Brandon Shaver that the main gym at Sulphur Springs High School would be undergoing renovations. Earlier this week KSST attempted to stop by the Main Gym to inquire how the Edge, the summer strength and conditioning program here in Sulphur Springs had been going for the new coach, but were stopped in our tracks when no attendees were...
Downtown West Redesign Reveal Scheduled Tonight At The Grays Building
After three days of gathering community input and ideas, the Toole Design Group team spent last night and will spend today working on a redesign plan for Downtown West, the City of Sulphur Springs’ latest downtown improvement project. Tonight, Ian Lockwood and the Toole Design team will reveal their Downtown West redesign concept. Ian Lockwood and the Tool Design Group team, along with city officials, greet community members...
Summer – A Busy Time for Hopkins County 4-H’ers
By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent for Hopkins County, [email protected] As we prepare for the 2021/2022 4-H year, families are gearing up for the new school year and looking forward to having their students back into the full swing of activities. The 4-H program is alive and well and we’ll be promoting enrollment in the Hopkins County 4-H program. Hopkins County 4-H members...
Davis Announces Intent To Seek Second Term As County Treasurer
Hopkins County Treasurer Danny Davis has announced his intent to seek a second term in serving the people of Hopkins County. Danny Davis Davis cites successfully performed his responsibilities as both Veterans Service Officer for Hopkins County along with his duties as the County Treasurer among his accomplishments. Upon taking office, Davis pledged to serve both positions under the sole salary of County Treasurer and the associated...
Where To Park During Jettribe Texas WaterX Championship This Weekend
Sulphur Springs Police Department has posted a map to help those planning to attend this weekend’s Texas WaterX Championship watercraft race series, sanctioned by the IJSBA with Jettribe as title sponsor, know where to park as well as where not to park. The competitions will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 24 and from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Coleman Park. “Please see [the ] map for designated...
Chamber Connection – July 21: Only 1 Week Left To Sign Up For Chamber Showcase
By Butch Burney The Chamber Showcase is a two-for-one event. It’s an ideal opportunity to get your business name out to the community. It’s also a great way for community members to get to learn more about local businesses and maybe get a door prize to boot. We just have another week to sign up for the 3rd Annual Chamber Showcase. The Showcase is set for Thursday, Aug. 5, at the Sulphur Springs Country Club. Tables are available for...
Request To Subdivide Woodside Lane Plat Into 7 Duplex Lots Approved
A request from Tate Price to replat a Woodside Lane lot for future development of the property into 7 duplex lots were approved first by the Planning & Zoning Commission Monday evening and recommended to the Zoning Board of Adjustments, where it also received approval Tuesday evening. Exceptions are needed for lot dimension for new duplexes as well as a reduced setback on a new proposed roadway for the 1.93-acre plat, just east of...
Fall Armyworms: How to Spot Them and What to Do, by Mario Villarino
Developed by Dr. Mario A. Villarino, County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources Hopkins County, Texas Recent rainfall events have been a major problem this summer. As a result of this rainfall, fall armyworms (Spodoptera frugiperda) are thriving across the northern, central and eastern portions of Texas. Below is some information on the biology of the pest, how to scout for them, and control options to mitigate...
Three Men Served With Felony Warrants Over Last 3 Days
At least three men were served with felony warrants in the last three days in Hopkins County, according to arrest reports. SH 11 East Arrest Olen Shane Gillean(HCSO jail photo) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Nick Marney reported responding to a complaint that a 50-year-old Greenville man had failed to return a vehicle which had been loaned to him. Marney, in arrest reports, stated Olen Shane Gillean was located around 11...
Summertime Is Fun – But Heat-Related Illness Is Nothing To Joke About
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Business News – July 20, 2021 CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Health Ministry of Jesus Christ. By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Safe Summer Measures The July heat is here! With temperatures frequenting the triple digits this month,...
