CEA Mario Villarino had a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey to Chat About Honey Bees
On this interesting episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with Texas A&M AgriLife Hopkins County Extension Agent Mario Villarino. The topic of their conversation was honey bees. They chatted about how they swarm, the problems a hive can produce if a swarm moves into your home, what you can do if you find a swarm on your home, how important honey bees are, and so much more. Be...
Learn What Your Library has Planned for Summer 2025 on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Hope Cain, Sulphur Springs Public Library Director, dropped by to share with John Mark what the library has in store for the Summer. The two chatted about the Summer Reading Program which kicks off June 5th at 5pm with an event that includes a petting zoo. John Mark and Hope also talked about the next legal advise clinic Lone Star Legal Aid offers at the...
Sulphur Springs High School Choir won Many Honors at the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
May 29, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Choir won many honors at the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest in Austin over Memorial Day weekend. Earning “Superior” (Division 1) ratings, the highest possible recognition were Nathan Bilyeu, Juan Hernandez, and Celeste McCoy Earning “Excellent” (Division 2) ratings for their outstanding solo performances were Tabitha Cumming, Sara Ferguson, Caitlin Foster, Elizabeth...
Sulphur Springs Ladycats Softball Team Has Earned Numerous Post-Season District Honors
May 29, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs Ladycats softball team, which won a regional championship and advanced to the state semi-finals, has earned numerous post-season district honors Head Coach David Carillo and his staff have been named the Coaching Staff of the Year in District 14-4A. Named the Most Valuable Player is pitcher Hannah Speed. The offensive MVP:is Gracie Thompson The co-defensive MVP: is catcher Bayler Boatman Named...
Dinner Bell for June 4, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church SPONSOR: Christus Health The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. Coryn Young, Queen, Hopkins County Dairy Festival, and her Court of eight lovely young ladies will greet and serve at the Dinner Bell on...
Arthur Fredrick Bloomingdale
July 3, 1951 ~ May 28, 2025 (age 73) There will be a family lead Graveside Service at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Aiguier Cemetery. Arthur Bloomingdale passed away on May 28, 2025 in Greenville, Texas Full obituary forthcoming. Arthur Fredrick Bloomingdale
Local Pastor Paul Kirk Clayton Invites Everyone to Watch His Minute Ministries Online
May 29, 2025 – Paul Kirk Clayton invites everyone to watch his Minute Ministries each day online. Paul is a local man who loves Jesus and is hoping to lead others to Christ. You can see his content on many platforms. Tiktok Youtube Instagram
David Coggins
September 16, 1964 — May 27, 2025 Miller Grove Visitation for David Coggins, age 60, of Miller Grove, Texas will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mr. Coggins passed away at his home in Miller Grove on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. David Edward Coggins was born on September 16, 1964 in West Memphis, Arkansas to Clarence and Matilda Ann (Patterson) Coggins. David is...
Vanilla Float Flavor Coming to Texas Again This Summer
May 28, 2025 – Central Texas soda fans, rejoice—Dr Pepper is bringing back its beloved Vanilla Float flavor, and local shelves are already seeing signs of hoarding as excitement bubbles over. The nostalgic flavor, first introduced as a limited release nearly a decade ago, blends Dr Pepper’s signature 23 flavors with the creamy sweetness of vanilla ice cream. Its return has sparked a wave of enthusiasm, especially in Central...
Local Railroad Hopeful Senate Bill 2366 Becomes Law
May 28, 2025 – The clock is ticking for Senate Bill 2366 and other hopeful legislation at the State level, as the regular session of the 89th Texas Legislature will come to a close on Friday, June 2nd. SB2366, authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes, would establish a grant program for short-line railroads. The North East Texas Connector runs from Greenville to Winfield, dissecting Sulphur Springs and making stops at the new...
