Kenneth Jaggers
Kenneth Jaggers, age 83, of Emory, passed away March 24, 2019, at Carriage House Manor in Sulphur Springs. He was born on September 4,1935, to John Calvin and Leola Cooper Jaggers in Rains County. Kenneth was a graduate from East Texas State University. He married Barbara Louise Hines on August 10, 1957 in Pleasant Grove. They were married 61 years. Kenneth was retired from the IRS as an Appeals Officer. He will be greatly missed by...
Lelia Helen Lunceford
Lelia Helen Lunceford, 90, passed away in her sleep Saturday evening, March 23rd, at 8:22 p.m. at Carriage House Manor, Sulphur Springs, Texas. Helen was born December 19th 1928 in Taylor, Arkansas the daughter of Joseph Wilson Horton and Cora Myrtle Webb Horton. Helen started singing in churches at the age of 4 and continued to sing throughout her life. She was a graduate of Campbell High School. While attending a Stew honoring...
Northeast Texas Farmer’s Co-op is 80 Years Old!
On March 24, 2019, “the Co-op” as it’s known in Sulphur Springs will begin it’s 80th year serving the farming community in Hopkins County and it’s member-patrons. For a good segment of our population, the Co-op is a household word, and almost a member of the family. Most everyone knows General Manager Brad Johnson, also Donnie Peters, Store Manager and Jim Ratzlaff, Credit Manager. Among the...
Adam Teer Resigns As Civic Center Manager
Hopkins County Civic Center Manager Adam Teer is resigning his post, effective April 8. Civic Center Manager Adam Teer Teer said told Hopkins County Commissioners Court that another career opportunity was presented to him, and after much consideration and prayer, he has accepted it. Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsom noted Teer will be going into hotel management. Teer declined to specify any further details about the new position...
Intense But Brief Weather Affected Sulphur Springs Area During Early Monday
Around midnight on Sunday March 24, 2019 the Early Warning Sirens situated in various areas around Sulphur Springs were heard, alerting residents to impending dangerous weather. The National Weather Service upgraded a Severe Thunderstorm Warning to include a Tornado Warning, and residents were told to take cover. James Terry, on air at the KSST Weather Desk, kept listeners informed of the alerts from the National Weather Service, and...
Dinner Bell Menu For March 27, 2019
Dinner Bell March 27, 2019 IHOP is the Community Partner Menu: Pancakes, Butter and Syrup Bacon Ham, Egg and Cheese Casserole with Homemade Salsa Fresh Fruit Come have Brunch with us. Perfect for a new Spring Day.Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church).Our doors will be open and the WELCOME mat is out. Hope to see you.
March 26 Education Hearing To Focus On School Security, Student Safety
School security and student safety will be the prime focus Tuesday morning’s Texas House of Representatives Public Education Committee hearing. At least 35 bills have been posted by the group for the hearing which begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 26. Testimony for each is to be limited to 2 minutes. Below is a sampling of some of those bills pertaining to school security and student safety, as prepared by Texas Association of...
Tom Klock
Tom Klock, 78, of Sulphur Springs passed away on, Friday, March 22, 2019 at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Health Hospital. A private family Memorial will be held at a later date. Tom was born June 22, 1940 in Seattle, Washington, the son of Robert Berton Klock and Sarah (Sally) Stewart Klock. Tom was an Escrow Officer for a Financial Mortgage Company. He was a classic car enthusiast and acquired numerous trophies in different car shows he...
Annual 55-Plus Health Fair Will Be Held Later In The Day This Year
The annual 55-Plus Health Fair is just over a week away. Those planning to attend will want to note this year’s fair will be an afternoon event that offers educational information as well as a hot dog supper.”We changed the time of the health fair this year to help those seniors who are never able to attend the morning health fairs,” noted Karon Weatherman, Senior Citizens Center marketing and program director.The...
TxDOT Plans for Week of March 25, 2019 in Paris District
Paris District Road Report for the week of March 25, 2019 Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of March 25, 2019. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised toremain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and...
