Sabrina Walker
Mrs. Sabrina Walker, age 50 of Alba, passed away on Sunday, June 18th, 2017. She was born on March 11th, 1967 in Long Island, NY to the late Peter Gleixner and Lisa Ida Reese McFarland. Mrs. Walker was a clerk with the Wood County Treasurers Office. She was preceded in death by step-father, Guy McFarland; step-sister, Bonnie Morris and step-brother, Chuck McFarland. She is survived by mother, Lisa Ida Reese McFarland of Winnsboro;...
Celebrating June 19th, or “Juneteenth”
What is Juneteenth? Former President Obama explained Juneteenth as “a time to recommit ourselves to the work that remains undone. We remember that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light. Today, no matter our race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation, we recommit ourselves to working to free modern-day slaves around the world and to honoring in our own time the efforts of those who fought so...
7-on-7 Go to Triple Overtime Against Marshall; Lost to John Tyler; Defeat College Station
Throughout 7 on 7 football season so far, the Wildcats have mostly matched up with smaller schools. That changed Saturday during a state qualifier tournament in Tyler and the Wildcats held their own in pool play winning two and losing one. They missed out on moving on from pool play due to a tiebreaker. It was the first state qualifier tournament for the Wildcats this year. They opened with a triple overtime win over Marshall. The...
Lady Cats Girls Basketball Camp Off to Good Start
Lady Cats Basketball Coach Jeff Chapman opened his three-day girls basketball camp Monday morning in the main gym on the Sulphur Springs High School campus. It’s running from 9 a.m. until noon through Wednesday. Coach Chapman welcomed 24 girls and he said it was a pretty good turnout. With those numbers, he said each kid would be able to receive individual instruction on basketball fundamentals. Day one featured how to hold a...
Blueprint to Manhood Seeks Mentors and Youth Participants
New Faith New Vision has partnered with Shannon Oaks Church to provide a youth seminar for young men (ages 7 to 18). The seminar will teach fundamental characteristics men need to be successful in today’s society. Youth will also be paired with mentors to supplement the material taught in the program throughout the year. Both mentors and youth participants may register for the event at www.b2mss.com. “The purpose of the event is...
The Results Are In: Dining District Family Friendly?
Results from yet another groundbreaking KSST unscientific poll are in. Do you agree? Check out our new poll on the KSSTRadio.com homepage.
A Good Day for Golf
In honor of the U.S. Open and Father’s day, the Sulphur Springs Country Club hosted their very own “Sulphur Springs Open” on Saturday June 17th. 84 golfers competed in the competition. Toby Flippin, Head Golf Professional, explained that they have similar events “once a month, and its just a fun thing. The main thing is for everyone to meet someone and get acquainted with other members!” There were four...
Pickton Woman Arrested for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence
Special Crimes Unit conducted an investigation involving a 3-year old child that tested positive for methamphetamine. The mother also tested positive for meth with a high level of meth in her system. SCU secured a warrant for the arrest of Kala Janae George, 25 of Pickton. George is charged with Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence. She is in Hopkins County Jail held on a $20,000 bond . She was also arrested on an outstanding...
Three Arrested for Marijuana Possession
Three individuals with Winnsboro addresses were arrested for Possession of Marijuana more than 4 oz. but less than 5lbs, a State Jail Felony, when a Hopkins County Deputy conducted a traffic stop and was greeted by the smell of raw marijuana when the deputy approached the vehicle at State Highway 11E and CR 2401. A passenger in the back seat was extremely nervous and would not make eye contact with the officer. All three in the auto...
