Vandalism At Kid’s Kingdom
The Sulphur Springs Police Department reported on some vandalism that occurred at Kid’s Kingdom at Buford Park sometime between 10am Friday, June 19th and 9am Saturday, June 20th. Crimestoppers is paying a reward of up to $1000 for information in this case. If you have any information that could help solve this crime, you are encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 903-885-2020, and you may remain anonymous. Kid’s Kingdom was...
State Reports SECOND COVID-19 Death for Hopkins County
On June 21st the Texas Department of State Health Services has reported that another person has died in Hopkins County due to complications of COVID-19. This is the second death reported from the state health authority. No more information is known about either one of the cases or patients at this time. On June 20th, the first death from COVID-19 was reported by the state, and confirmed by county officials but the Local Health...
State Reports First COVID-19 Death for Hopkins County, Local Officials Challenge
On June 20th Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsom confirmed that the State of Texas had reported that one person has died in Hopkins County due to complications of COVID-19. The Local Health Authority of Hopkins County is challenging the determination as the patient had underlying health conditions. No more information is known about the case or the patient at this time. Two more positive cases were announced during the teleconference....
Hopkins County COVID-19 Cases Headed In Positive Direction
Three additional positive cases and five recoveries were reported at 3pm on Friday afternoon (June 19th). This continues a trend this week of more recovered cases than new positive cases. On Tuesday, June 16th, two new positive cases and seven recoveries were reported. Although this news is hopeful, care should be taken, and social distancing guidelines should be followed. KSST News interviewed one local resident who could attest to...
Brinker Volunteer Fire Dept. Plans a BBQ, Open House on Saturday June 27, 2-8 pm
On Saturday June 27, Captain Wade McDaniel is inviting everyone to the Brinker Volunteer Fire Department located on FM 69 South in Hopkins County for a fun fundraising event. The volunteers will be preparing BBQ plus sides like beans and potato salad which anyone can enjoy by donation. In a phone call to KSST, McDaniel stated, “this will be pretty good BBQ! You can get a plate or just a sandwich. You can eat inside with us, or...
Dedication of Winnsboro’s Community Garden to Late Councilman, Volunteer
The dedication of a community garden was made on Thursday evening, June 18, 2020, to Mel Mellenberger, a long-time community servant. The community garden, built on property near the rodeo grounds in Winnsboro, was completed earlier this year and first cultivated in March. This is it’s first growing season and it has already produced early crops of greens and now is producing tomatoes, squash and other summer vegetables that the...
Hopkins County Resident Describes Experience With COVID-19
Hopkins County resident Triston Pullen reported recently being diagnosed with and suffering from COVID-19. Although considered recovered, Pullen like others who have experienced the coronavirus, continues to work to rebuild his health. “It’s real. For some people it’s a walk in the park. For some people it’s the worst sickness they’ve ever had. For some, it’s asymptomatic,” Pullen said....
The Role Of The Local Health Authority During COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, local emergency management officials have referred to the local Local Health Authority in relation of positive patients. While many know that the LHA is involved during the COVID-19 pandemic, not everyone knows or understands the LHA’s role. The Local Health Authority is appointed by the county government to provide support services in the absence of a county health department. Dr. I.L. Balkcom IV...
Grill Raffle To Benefit Heart of Hope in Sulphur Springs
Heart of Hope is conducting its first ever Raffle. The success of this raffle will allow us to continue helping young women who find themselves in a crisis pregnancy. Heart of Hope offers them proof of pregnancy tests, sonograms, parenting lessons, and other assistance as needed and available. All their services are FREE. All this is available due to the community’s support. Here is what Heart of Hope is raffling off, a Pit Boss...
COVID-19 Mobile Testing Scheduled This Saturday In Sulphur Springs
Hopkins County Emergency Management Team officials announced another COVID-19 mobile testing scheduled this Saturday in Hopkins County. This will be the third mobile test collection offered in Sulphur Springs. Unlike the April and May mobile testing conducted by the National Guard, the June 20 test collection will not be conducted at Hopkins County Civic Center. Instead, Shannon Oaks Church, located at 1113 East Shannon Road, will...
