Homeowner Maintenance of Septic Systems Course scheduled
By Mario Villarino DVM, Ph.D., Hopkins County AgriLife Extension Agent for Ag and NR A Homeowner Maintenance of Septic Systems Course is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Hopkins County Extension Office. The 6- hour course provides a basic understanding of the operational and maintenance activities of conventional and aerobic septic systems, and explains how activities within the home impact septic systems. Presentations will...
Expo to Provide Job Seekers with Career Information
Expo to Provide Job Seekers with Career Information Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with area employers during the 2020 Career and Community Resources Expo on Tuesday, March 10. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ROC – First Baptist Church – Sulphur Springs, 116 Oak Avenue. Representatives from over 30 area businesses will promote the job opportunities available in the region. Job seekers should bring...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report March 2-8, 2020
Arrests No reportable arrests Calls for Service The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 155 calls forservice during this reporting period. Citations The Winnsboro Police Department issued 37 citations and 43 warningsduring this reporting period.
Commissioners Declare Emergency, Designate $1 Million For Road Work
Hopkins County Commissioners Court Monday morning took steps to free up an additional $1,564,000 in funding for road improvements this summer. Hopkins County Commissioners Court Emergency designation The court first approved a resolution declaring an emergency in Hopkins County due to recent weather which impacted county roads. The Commissioners Court, cited Local Government Code §111.070(b), for allowing them to “authorize an...
HCSO: Disturbance Allegedly Involving Weapon Results In Misdemeanor Arrest
Sheriff’s deputies Sunday evening arrested a 33-year-old Sulphur Springs man, following a disturbance in which a weapon was reportedly displayed, according to arrest reports. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputies Drew Fisher and Kevin Lester, Sgt. Shea Shaw and Sgt. Richard Greer were dispatched at 6:05 p.m. to County Road 2302, where a male allegedly had a gun while walking around and banging on doors and yelling at the...
Traffic Stop, Investigation Of Suspicious Activity Result In 2 Arrests By Cumby Police
A traffic stop and investigation of suspicious activity by Cumby police Saturday evening resulted in two arrests Saturday, according to police reports. Cumby Police Officer Zack Steward reported conducting a traffic stop on a red Pontiac at 4:28 p.m. Feb. 7 on Interstate 30 east at mile marker 112. Upon contact with the driver, Steward alleged he could smell a marijuana odor coming from the vehicle. So, he asked the driver to exit and...
Commissioners Court Meeting, Work Session Agendas For March 9, 2020
Hopkins County Commissioners Court has a full morning ahead Monday, with a regular meeting scheduled at 9 a.m. and followed immediately by a work session. Below are the agendas for both morning meetings. Hopkins County Commissioners Court KSST Radio reports on Hopkins County Commissioners Court meetings. Click here for related stories.
Dinner Bell Menu for March 11, 2020
The Messengers Sunday School Class is the Community Partner Herb Crusted Pork Loin Colcannon (St. Patrick’s Day is coming– this is an Irish dish of mashed potatoes and cabbage) Garden Salad Yeast Rolls and Butter Lemon Cake To Die For Chilled Lemon Cake (the no added sugar dessert) Same time (11:45 am). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). It is Spring Break Week. Students on a holiday are...
GROW Program Going Strong In 5th Year at SSISD
The Girls Recognizing Our Worth in math and science program at Sulphur Springs Elementary is going strong in its fifth year of operation. By the end of the year, the Sulphur Springs ISD after-school program will have had than 500 girls participating in the program since it started five years ago. Karen Phillips and Carmen Hammack give a presentation before school board members and staff updating them on progress of the GROW program at...
Meal A Day Menu for March 9-13, 2020
Monday — Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas, Pinto Beans and Spanish Rice Tuesday — Beef Spaghetti, English Peas and Garlic Toast Wednesday — Rope Sausage, Black Eyed Peas, Corn Bread and Green Tomato Relish Thursday — Chicken and Dumplings, Crackers and Tossed Salad Friday — Cheesy Beef and Potato Casserole, Broccoli and Corn
