Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center Names First Associate Director
May 30, 2024 – Maureen Spill appointed as center’s inaugural associate director by Lindsay Hess. The Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center has named Maureen Spill, Ph.D., as its first associate director. Maureen Spill, Ph.D., has been appointed as the associate director at the Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center. (Lindsay Hess/Texas A&M AgriLife) Spill joined the Evidence...
Another Visit With Hope Cain on A Second Cup of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark has a chat with Sulphur Springs Public Library Director Hope Cain again. The two discuss the kick off of the 2024 Summer Reading Program, the petting zoo the library is going to have, games, and more. Be sure to give it a watch and learn about your local library. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...
Runoff Election in Hopkins County Yields Two New Commissioners
May 28, 2024 – The Republican Runoff Election was held Tuesday, May 28, 2024 to determine places for two precinct commissioner spots in Hopkins County. No clear winners emerged during the Republican Primary earlier in the year, so a runoff for both spots were needed. Contenders for Precinct 1 included Wesley Miller and incumbent Mickey Barker. Two new commisioner hopefuls for Precinct 3, Travis Thompson and William (Bill) Holden...
4-H Livestock Projects are a Significant Aspect of the 4-H Youth by Mario Villarino
May 28, 2024 – 4-H livestock projects are a significant aspect of the 4-H youth development program, which is designed to teach young people about agriculture, animal husbandry, and life skills. Participants in these projects typically select and care for animals, learning about their specific needs, proper management techniques, and how to prepare for exhibitions and competitions. Here’s an overview of what 4-H livestock...
Individuals From Wood and Hopkins Counties Recently Received Scholarships
Cayden Spigner from Sulphur Springs High School, and Raegan Valentine from Winnsboro High School, each recently were awarded a scholarship from A41 Transportation. An individual from A41 Transportation had the following to say about the granting of scholarships to Cayden Spigner and Raegan Valentine… “First giving honor and glory to God for making this possible. I remember speaking with my wife about an idea I had for...
Chamber Connection – May 28, 2024
By Butch Burney You can be a Stewper Hero by turning in the winning logo for this year’s 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival The theme for this year’s 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival is Stewper Heroes and the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce is looking for just that right logo. The person who submits the winning logo will receive a Stewper-size package that includes four stew tickets, four T-shirts featuring the logo,...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 27, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting May 27, 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 as...
Dinner Bell for May 29th, 2024
The Rotary Club was organized in 1925 and will celebrate it’s one hundredth anniversary next year. “Service Above Self” is its motto and that is what the Rotary Club does! From its Christmas parties which includes lunch, meeting Santa and a gift that delights the youngest students in the local schools that date prior to 1960 to present day scholarships and financial gifts to local charities, the Rotary Club gives and...
Used Wind Turbine Blades Pileup in Texas
May 24, 2024 – When a wind turbine reaches the end of its life cycle, roughly 85% of its components — including the steel tower, copper wire and gearing — can be recycled. Turbine blades, however, have proven to be a bigger challenge. “Blade Art” like this is an attempt to deal with used wind turbine blades. Made primarily from fiberglass, these blades lack the metals and minerals that attract recyclers. They are...
Texas A&M Forest Service Encourages Wildfire Preparedness ahead of Summer
May 23, 2024 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas — As Memorial Day unofficially kicks off summer this weekend, Texans should prepare for wildfires. The potential for wildfire activity will be limited to the Trans Pecos and western High Plains regions of the state this weekend. Hot and dry conditions will dry vegetation in these areas and elevated fire weather may support the ignition of small wildfires. “Though recent rains have helped...
