Next Hopkins County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting to be Held May 21st
May 10, 2026 – You are cordially invited to attend a presentation by John A. Sellers on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. This meeting is free and open to the public, and we encourage you to bring a guest. We will meet in person at 611 N. Davis, Sulphur Springs, TX, or you may join us virtually via Zoom using the link provided below: You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: May 21, 2026 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)...
Paris District Road Report for May 11, 2026
May 8, 2026 – 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 May 11, 2026. 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...
Brunch and Style Show to be Held at Heritage Park May 9th
May 8, 2026 – A “Brunch and Style Show” is scheduled to be held at Heritage Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas, Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Activities begin at 9:00am. Everyone is welcome.
Bond Total Set at $900,000 Across Drug Ring Suspects
May 6, 2026 – Three suspects arrested with a large amount of drugs, cash and weapons remain in the Hopkins County Jail as their bonds were set across multiple felonies. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office investigators rounded up the three suspects after serving a warrant at a Sulphur Springs apartment complex. During the search, investigators recovered a substantial quantity of illegal substances and contraband, including:...
‘Muslims Only’ Event in Dallas Now Welcomes Everyone Who Abides by Dress Code
May 6, 2026 – A religiously themed private event at a taxpayer-funded water park in North Texas has sparked political backlash and renewed debate over public facilities, religious accommodation, and inclusivity after organizers revised promotional materials that originally described the gathering as a “Muslim-only event.” Initially, Women were required to dress in “burkinis,” and men are required to wear swim trunks...
Commissioner Miller Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month 2026
Theme “More Good Days, Together” highlights the importance of community, connection, and support across rural Texas May 6, 2026 – AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month, urging farmers, ranchers, and rural communities to support one another in prioritizing mental health. This year’s theme, “More Good Days, Together,” underscores the crucial role of connection and...
John Mark Dempsey Had a Visit With Senior Center Coor. Dawna Pryor on this Second Cup Of Coffee
May 6, 2026 – John Mark Dempsey had a visit with Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Dawna chatted about the next Silver Saturday Night scheduled for May 9th, 2026, which will feature Virtual Reality! They also talked about the upcoming Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Pageant scheduled for June 27th,...
Look Twice for Motorcycles to Help Save Lives
May 5, 2026 – May is Motorcycle Awareness Month PARIS – On busy roads, seeing what matters takes practice. By training your eyes to slow down and scan your surroundings, you can help keep yourself and fellow Texans safe. When a motorcycle crash happens, drivers often say the same thing: “I didn’t see them.” But motorcycles aren’t invisible. They’re simply smaller and easier to overlook — especially when drivers are...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library to be Open May 9th
May 5, 2026 – The Hopkins County Genealogical Society announces that their library will be open Saturday, May 9th, 2026, from 9:30am to 1:00pm for “all your research needs.” Come in and look for those ancestors you have wondered about for so long. You might find some family history to share with your mother on Mother’s Day. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society Library is located at 611 North Davis Street,...
Hopkins County Marine Corps League Det 1357 will Gather on Celebration Plaza May 15th to Honor Fallen First Responders
May 5, 2026 – KSST’s Veterans Voices’ Bob Kerr would like to announce the following… “Greetings Comrades and friends. The Hopkins County Marine Corps League Det 1357 will gather on Celebration Plaza at 1100 hrs Friday, May 15th, 2026, to honor this solemn event. Please do your best to attend. UOD is “work w/ cover”. There is a good chance that the Huey will do a flyover again. Judge Brad...
