Aggravated Robbery Suspects Sought
May 14, 2024 – At approximately 10:30 p.m. on 5-13-2024, an Aggravated Robbery was committed at Super Handy, 1401 College St. Two suspects, who appeared to be black males, entered the store wearing hoodies, masks, and gloves. One of the suspects brandished a firearm and demanded money from the store clerk. The store clerk handed over the money and suspects fled the store through the adjoining neighborhood. A K9 unit was...
Jury Summons Cancelled for Friday
May 14, 2024 – The Hopkins County District Clerk contacted KSST and reported that the Jury Summons for Friday, May 17, 2024, at 9:00 am at the Hopkins County Courthouse has been CANCELLED. If you received a summons to appear for Jury Duty Monday, Friday, May 17, 2024 at the Hopkins County Courthouse in Sulphur Springs, Texas, you need not appear.
Aldi’s Happy Farms Cream Cheese Spread Recall
May 14, 2024 – Aldi, and several other regional stores, have issued a recall of Happy Farms Whipped Cream Cheese Spread, Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread, Cream Cheese Spread, and Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread products. The recalled products were sold at select Aldi stores in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan,...
SSI Program Eligibility Expands this Fall
May 15, 2024 – The Social Security Administration (SSA) has introduced a significant update aimed at expanding eligibility for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program by redefining what constitutes a public assistance household. SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. Social Security administers this program. SSI pays monthly benefits to people with limited income and resources who are blind, age 65 or older, or...
Jane Willis
Jane Faye Willis, 81, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away on May 12, 2024. Jane was formerly of McKinney, Texas where she spent her childhood and most of her adult life. She moved to Sulphur Springs in 2015 to be close to her family. She was fondly referred to as Aunt Jane by her nieces, nephews, and other special family members. Jane was a caretaker to many in her lifetime. She took care of her parents and many elderly friends and...
Green Pond Memorial Day Services to be held May 19th
May 13, 2024 – Green Pond Memorial Day Services to be held Sunday, May 19, 2024. Services are scheduled to begin at 10:30 am. The guest speaker will be B J Tear. A covered dish lunch will be held following the services. The public is invited.
Proper Hay Storage is Crucial for Preserving Hay from Moisture by Mario Villarino
May 13, 2024 – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides comprehensive guidance on protecting hay from rain to maintain its quality and nutritional value. Proper hay storage is crucial for preserving hay from moisture, as exposure to rain can lead to mold growth, nutrient loss, and decreased palatability. Here’s an in-depth look at strategies recommended by AgriLife Extension: Covered Storage: Utilizing covered storage...
Linda Lewis
Linda Lewis, age 65, of Quitman, TX passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, TX on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Linda Joyce Lewis was born on December 9, 1958 in Loma Linda, California to William and Nona (McDowell) Lewis. She married Janet Lee Lewis in Oklahoma on October 18, 2014. Linda was a truck driver and pilot car driver for many years. Linda is survived by her wife, Janet Lewis of Quitman, TX;...
Not a Fan of School Vouchers? How About a Tax Deduction
Tax Exemption Could Be a Winning School Choice Plan for Texas May 13, 2024 A new school choice plan by a former state education board member could be a winner when the Texas Legislature considers the hot-button topic next year. Cynthia Dunbar is proposing the Education Emancipation Act, a tax exemption plan for school choice that she says should unite conservatives because it avoids state appropriations of funds, thus the threat of...
This and That for May 2024 From Master Gardener David Wall
May 12, 2024 – Bell peppers don’t handle the heat of summer very well, but other sweet peppers as well as hot peppers don’t seem to be affected! There are already 1,000 gigatons of carbon in the atmosphere contributing to global warming. If we went to zero carbon emission today, 1,000 gigatons would still warm our planet for 100s, if not 1,000s of years unless reduced. It’s estimated that planting one billion trees could pull...
