John Mark and Dr. Steeber Discuss the Construction Plans of the new Campuses for SSISD on this Second Cup Of Coffee
Nov25

John Mark and Dr. Steeber Discuss the Construction Plans of the new Campuses for SSISD on this Second Cup Of Coffee

John Mark Dempsey and Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber discuss the development plans under way for the new campuses for the Sulphur Springs ISD on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. They talked about such topics as where some of the future facilities are going to be located, the time frames for the various stages of the new campuses, the renovation plans for some of the...

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Paris Junior College Renews Articulation Agreement with University of Texas – MD Anderson Cancer Center
Nov25

Paris Junior College Renews Articulation Agreement with University of Texas – MD Anderson Cancer Center

November 25, 2024 – Opportunities for students wanting advanced careers in biology will continue at Paris Junior College after an articulation agreement with the University of Texas – MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston was renewed again.  “This has been an amazing program for a select group of students,” said Dr. Jack Brown, PJC biology faculty and Division Director of Math and Sciences. “That...

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Dinner Bell for November 27, 2024
Nov25

Dinner Bell for November 27, 2024

DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church  WEEK OF: Thanksgiving Week—November 27, 2024  The Dinner Bell Feeding Ministry will not be preparing meals on November 27 so that our dedicated  volunteers may share the Thanksgiving Holiday with friends and families.  Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. Enjoy the time with your loved  ones! See you December 4 in Fellowship Hall of...

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CEA Mario Villarino Visits with John Mark Dempsey on this Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
Nov24

CEA Mario Villarino Visits with John Mark Dempsey on this Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Hopkins County Agent Mario Villarino-Gutierrez stopped by the KSST studios and visited with John Mark Dempsey on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee… The two talked about such topics as fire ants and how to deal with them, the amount of rainfall we have had in Hopkins County and how it’s effecting the area, hay in Hopkins County and how the amount of rain has affected...

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Diatomaceous Earth for Vegetable Plant Protection  From Master Gardener David Wall
Nov24

Diatomaceous Earth for Vegetable Plant Protection  From Master Gardener David Wall

November 24, 2024 – When searching for organic ways to control vegetable garden pests without harming the plants or soil, an effective tool is diatomaceous earth (DE). For those not familiar with it, DE is a chalky rock made from microscopic sea algae plants called diatoms that had silica-lined cell walls. After death, the silica cell walls didn’t decompose, allowing them to be mined forever after, thus providing gardeners with...

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Paris District Road Report for Week of November 25, 2024
Nov23

Paris District Road Report for Week of November 25, 2024

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 25, 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...

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Here’s Some of the Exciting Activities Scheduled for end of November at the Senior Citizens Activity Center
Nov21

Here’s Some of the Exciting Activities Scheduled for end of November at the Senior Citizens Activity Center

November 21, 2024 – Some notes from Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center Coordinator Dawna Pryor… I have certificates for any vets that gave me their info a couple weeks ago. Thank you for your service. Monday is our Thanksgiving Dinner at 11am. Please bring a dish to pass. We are having turkey and ham! Also some live entertainment and a door prize ! Special days this week…………. Trivia...

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Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Sues the City of Dal­las for Bal­lot Mea­sure Pro­hibit­ing Police from Enforc­ing Mar­i­jua­na-Relat­ed Offenses
Nov21

Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Sues the City of Dal­las for Bal­lot Mea­sure Pro­hibit­ing Police from Enforc­ing Mar­i­jua­na-Relat­ed Offenses

November 21, 2024 – Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the City of Dallas and local officials for adopting a city charter amendment that would illegally decriminalize marijuana-related offenses and prohibit police from enforcing Texas law.  Earlier this month, the City of Dallas adopted Proposition R, which “prohibits the Dallas Police Department from making arrests or issuing citations for marijuana possession or considering the...

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Governor Abbott Directs State Agencies To Divest Portfolios From China
Nov21

Governor Abbott Directs State Agencies To Divest Portfolios From China

November 21, 2024 – Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas state agencies directing them to divest from risky investments originating from China. The Governor ordered Texas state agencies to protect Texans from exposure to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) by fully divesting from China as soon as possible.  “Security of Texas and Texans is of utmost importance,” reads the letter. “That includes...

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Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Rec­og­nizes November as Nation­al Adop­tion Month
Nov20

Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Rec­og­nizes November as Nation­al Adop­tion Month

High­lights OAG ​“Sup­port Adop­tion” Grant Pro­gram and License Plate In recognition of National Adoption Month, Attorney General Ken Paxton encourages Texans to purchase the “Support Adoption” license plate that funds the “Support Adoption” Grant Program administered by the Office of the Attorney General.  Instituted in 2023, the program assists organizations that provide critical resources for pregnant women considering...

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