Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center Names First Associate Director
May 30, 2024 – Maureen Spill appointed as center’s inaugural associate director by Lindsay Hess. The Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center has named Maureen Spill, Ph.D., as its first associate director. Maureen Spill, Ph.D., has been appointed as the associate director at the Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center. (Lindsay Hess/Texas A&M AgriLife) Spill joined the Evidence...
Patty Sue Aaron
December 6, 1957 — May 29, 2024 Visitation for Patty Sue Aaron, age 66, of McKinney, Texas will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home Chapel in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Mrs. Aaron passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Patty Sue Arron was born on December 6, 1957 in McKinney, Texas to Ernest and Ruby (Tallent) Aaron. Patty was a member...
LaVaughn Dean Hahn
November 15, 1933 — May 28, 2024 LaVaughn Dean Hahn, age 90, of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away at Christus Mother Francis Hospital in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. With our condolences.
James Dennis Worsham
James Dennis Worsham (Jimmy) went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 27, 2024, at his residence on Church Street. The service will be held at First Baptist Church on Sunday June 2nd at 3:00 PM. The visitation will be one hour before the service. Interment will follow at Sulphur Bluff Cemetery with Tom Sellers, Ronny McCutchin, Glenn Thurman, Jimmy Henderson, Gunnar Livingston and Braden Livingston serving...
Airplanes and Coffee Fly-in
May 29, 2024 – A Fly-in at the Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport will be held June 8, 2024. It all starts at 8:30AM. Join them at an Airplanes and Coffee fly-in, the ultimate destination for aviation enthusiasts. We are thrilled to announce our upcoming events in and around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Be part of our community and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of aviation. We can’t wait to see you...
Another Visit With Hope Cain on A Second Cup of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark has a chat with Sulphur Springs Public Library Director Hope Cain again. The two discuss the kick off of the 2024 Summer Reading Program, the petting zoo the library is going to have, games, and more. Be sure to give it a watch and learn about your local library. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark...
Runoff Election in Hopkins County Yields Two New Commissioners
May 28, 2024 – The Republican Runoff Election was held Tuesday, May 28, 2024 to determine places for two precinct commissioner spots in Hopkins County. No clear winners emerged during the Republican Primary earlier in the year, so a runoff for both spots were needed. Contenders for Precinct 1 included Wesley Miller and incumbent Mickey Barker. Two new commisioner hopefuls for Precinct 3, Travis Thompson and William (Bill) Holden...
Is a Garden Soil Test Worth the Effort From Master Gardener David Wall
May 28, 2024 – While I take great pride in studying multiple sources of the literature and using the information to put together my articles, every few years one source is so good or different, I just cite it. This article comes from “Soil Science for Gardeners” by Robert Pavlis. It’s the best book I’ve ever read on soils that explains without getting too technical. Just about every extension agent,...
4-H Livestock Projects are a Significant Aspect of the 4-H Youth by Mario Villarino
May 28, 2024 – 4-H livestock projects are a significant aspect of the 4-H youth development program, which is designed to teach young people about agriculture, animal husbandry, and life skills. Participants in these projects typically select and care for animals, learning about their specific needs, proper management techniques, and how to prepare for exhibitions and competitions. Here’s an overview of what 4-H livestock...
Individuals From Wood and Hopkins Counties Recently Received Scholarships
Cayden Spigner from Sulphur Springs High School, and Raegan Valentine from Winnsboro High School, each recently were awarded a scholarship from A41 Transportation. An individual from A41 Transportation had the following to say about the granting of scholarships to Cayden Spigner and Raegan Valentine… “First giving honor and glory to God for making this possible. I remember speaking with my wife about an idea I had for...
