Governor Abbott Statement On Passing Of Pope Francis
April 21, 2025 – Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement following the passing of Pope Francis: “Cecilia and I join more than one billion Catholics across the globe to honor the legacy of Pope Francis. Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis led with a quiet strength and a servant’s heart, reminding us of the value of human dignity. He was a bold and unwavering voice in defense of life,...
Learn About the Choral Society’s Spring Concert on This Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
Jim Rutledge with the North East Texas Choral Society stopped by for A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to chat about the Choral Society’s upcoming concert, Steppin’ Out On Broadway. The two discussed the exciting concert, which has shows April 26th and 27th. Jim talked about some of the Broadway hits featured in this year’s Spring Show, and shared a little of what you can expect. It was also revealed that...
The Wildcats Took on Frisco Panther Creek in Baseball Action April 17th
April 20, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats played Frisco Panther Creek in a Non District Baseball game April 17th, 2025. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting game, which was played at Wildcat Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas! KSST’s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey, and Tony Flippin, called Play by Play and provided Color Commentary. Be sure to check out this thrilling game...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn April 23rd
April 20, 2025 – Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 611 North Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Tx. The Hopkins County Genealogical Society invites anyone who wants to learn more about doing genealogical research to join us. For this month’s session you are encouraged to bring your sack lunch, salad or drive-through meal or we have snacks and drinks available for...
Paris District Road Report for Week of April 21, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin and Grayson Counties for the week starting April 21, 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 approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid...
Paxton Sues City of Dallas Again Over Gun Ban
April 18, 2025 – Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues City of Dallas for Banning Guns on Public Property in Violation of Texas Law Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed two lawsuits against the City of Dallas for banning lawful license holders from carrying handguns into Fair Park’s Music Hall and The Majestic Theatre in blatant violation of Texas law. The City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs leases both...
Temu and Shein Set to Raise Prices
April 18, 2025 – Starting April 25, 2025, Chinese-founded e-commerce platforms Temu and Shein will raise prices for U.S. customers in response to new trade policies implemented by President Donald Trump. These policies include a 145% tariff on Chinese imports and the elimination of the “de minimis” exemption, which previously allowed goods under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free. The exemption’s removal,...
Hopkins County Breast Cancer Support Group Holds Easter Themed Meeting
April 17, 2025 – Sulphur Springs, Texas – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Breast Cancer Support Group had its monthly meeting Monday, April 14. The group enjoyed Easter treats prepared by Carolyn McKinney as they listened to Father Justin Wylie, Director of Pastoral Care at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, speak on survivor’s guilt. Father Wylie gave a presentation that was both lighthearted and...
Chamber Connection – April 17, 2025
By Butch Burney You don’t want to miss the next Coffee and Conversation, an after-hours business mixer, hosted by One Church on Thursday May 1, from 8-9 a.m. There will be great coffee, awesome connections, and a wonderful community! Call the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce for any questions 903-885-6515. You don’t have to be a Chamber member to attend the mixer. Blue Blazes Carnival The SSHS Blue Blazes will have a spring carnival...
Caution Ahead: TxDOT Calls for Safe Driving in Work Zones
April 17, 2025 – Work Zone Awareness Week is April 21-25 AUSTIN – When working on the side of the road you have to be aware of your surroundings at all times, and driving through work zones requires the same amount of caution. Family’s tragic loss College student Katrina Bond slowed down for traffic in a work zone on I-35 near Fort Worth when the driver of a heavy pickup truck, who admitted he had just received a...
