CEA Mario Villarino was the Guest on the Latest Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
On this segment of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, County Extension Agent Mario Villarino dropped by to have a chat with John Mark. The two talked about hay and ryegrass, the ups and downs of the cattle market, the threat of fires, NETLA, and so much more. Don’t miss out, be sure to check out this interesting episode. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension...
CANHelp’s ED Brian Crump Dropped by for A Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with the Executive Director of CANHelp, Brian Crump. John Mark and Brian chatted about CANHelp, the 2024 Impact Report, back to school fair with the back pack give away, and so much more. Don’t miss this segment. Find out what CANHelp does for your...
Hopkins County Master Gardeners Presented a Program on Texas Superstar Plants March 20th
March 30, 2025 – On Thursday, March 20th, 2025, the Hopkins County Master Gardeners met at the AgriLife Extension Office. At this meeting, Master Gardener Daci Rawson presented a program on “Texas Superstar Plants”. Below is KSST’s coverage of this interesting program. Be sure to check it out and learn about the stronger flowers and plants in...
Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center Nurse Aide Class Starts April 7
March 27, 2025 – The Continuing Education Department at the Paris Junior College – Sulphur Springs Center is offering a nurse aide class from April 7 to May 28. The class and clinical will be from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. The course prepares entry level nursing assistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care...
Pittsburg Man Asking for Lawyer, Lawyer, Lawyer, Ends Up in Jail, Jail, Jail
Blake Danile Lee Saylor March 27, 2025 – A 28-year-old man attempted to sail through Hopkins County on Interstate 30 early Thursday morning, but caught the attention of deputies from the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office. It all began with a report of a reckless driver on I-30 traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed near the 127 mile marker at 1:17am. Officers quickly spotted the suspect vehicle and observed several...
Jennings Gets Closer to Finding Out Fate
Everett Van Jennings March 25, 2025 – Embattled local real estate investor, Everett Jennings, continues his path toward justice with Pre-Trial hearings scheduled for 9:00am Wednesday, March 26th. Jennings has six charges listed on the 8th Judicial District court docket that will have Pre-Trial discussions. Those charges listed for pre-trial range from evading arrest to theft over $300,000 as well as engaging in organized...
Weed War
March 23, 2025 -By Ronnie Wilson, Hopkins County Master Gardener Now that spring is here and both the desirable and undesirable plants are growing again, it is time to begin the never-ending battle with weeds. It is a shame that the frigid February temperatures only seemed to harm our “good” plants, and left the “bad” ones undamaged. In order to begin combat with these weeds, it is first necessary to identify what type of weed is...
Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson has Some Notes on Fertilizer
March 23, 2025 – It’s spring, and it is time to feed your plants! It is highly recommended to have a soil test done BEFORE adding fertilizer to your landscape! Free soil test bags are available at the AgriLife Extension office, and a soil test is only $12. All containers of fertilizer sold at nurseries and garden centers are labeled with 3 numbers. These numbers show the percentage of the main nutrients in the...
Hopkins County Genealogical Society to Hold Next Lunch & Learn March 26th
March 21, 2025 – Lunch & Learn will be held this coming Wednesday, March 26, 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 laptop or tablet, along with your sack lunch, salad or...
Hopkins County EDC Executive Director Chris Brown Stopped by on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this informative episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with Hopkins County Sulphur Springs Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Chris Brown. The two chatted about the new Liberty Trailer which will be starting operations soon, the electric power needs in Texas, the Northeast Texas Rail project, and much more. Be sure to check out this segment and see what economic...
