USDA Mission to Visit Mexico Amid Efforts to Lift Cattle Import Suspension
May 28, 2025 – A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) delegation is set to travel to Mexico in the coming days as part of efforts to evaluate measures aimed at controlling the New World screwworm outbreak, Mexico’s agriculture ministry announced Tuesday. The visit could lead to the lifting of the current U.S. suspension on Mexican cattle imports. Cochliomyia hominivorax, the New World screwworm fly, or simply screwworm or...
Accused Jet Ski Hit-And-Run Suspect Arrested; Confirmed as Illegal Alien
May 27, 2025 – Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez has been arrested in connection with the death of Ava Moore, according to a statement released by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Gonzalez, originally from Venezuela, was taken into custody along with a male accomplice who allegedly assisted her in fleeing the scene. Both individuals are reported to be in the United States illegally, as confirmed by Paxton’s office....
Janice Callahan
November 18, 1943 — May 24, 2025 Sulphur Springs Janice Callahan, age 81 of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away at Rock Creek Nursing and Rehab on Saturday, May 24, 2025. No services are planned at this time. With our condolences.
Patricia Ann Adams
Funeral Services for Patricia Ann Adams, age 83, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at West Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Rogers officiating. Chris Bouland, Keith Bouland, Kevin Bouland, Sr., Ken Adams, John Brisendine, and Kevin Bouland, Jr. will be serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 30 at West Oaks Funeral Home. Ann passed away on May 24,...
William “Bill” Zahn
March 16, 1941 ~ May 23, 2025 (age 84) Funeral Services for William “Bill” Zahn, age 84, of Sulphur Springs, Texas will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Rev. Mark Elliott officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow the service at Sulphur Springs City Cemetery. Bill passed away on May 23, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. With our...
Hopkins County Marine Corps League Held a Memorial Service on Celebration Square This Memorial Day
May 26, 2025 – The Hopkins County Marine Corps League Det. 1357 presented a Memorial Service on Celebration Plaza Downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas, this Memorial Day. Below is KSST’s coverage of this honorable ceremony. Veterans Voices Bob Kerr presented the program, with the National Anthem performed by Gracyn Hendrix, Tapps performed by bugler Jim Rich, and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Sheriff Lewis Tatum. Hopkins...
Ladycats Softball Team Dropped Their Best-of-Three State Semi-Final Series
May 25, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs Ladycats softball team dropped their best-of-three state semi-final series to Andrews over the weekend in Graham, two games to one.After losing to Andrews 6-4 on Thursday night, the Ladycats won game two late Saturday afternoon, 7-5. Sophomore pitcher Hannah Speed struck out eight, walked none and gave up eight hits. At bat, Speed went three for four with two doubles, a triple, two RBIs and...
The Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 Received Their Diplomas May 23rd in a Grand Ceremony
May 25, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 walked across the stage and bid farewell to their high school academic career in a grand ceremony Friday, May 23rd, 2025. The 2025 graduation ceremony went off without any problems. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting ceremony, which was held at Gerald Prim Stadium here in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Watch your Class of 2025 Wildcats receive their diplomas and...
Enjoy A West Texas Weekend Away in Rustic Comfort
May 25, 2025 – The historic Indian Lodge, nestled in the scenic heart of Davis Mountains State Park in West Texas, has officially reopened after completing an extensive remodel. Originally built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the lodge is a beloved symbol of southwestern architecture, featuring its iconic white adobe walls and rustic charm. Now fully restored, Indian Lodge is once again ready to welcome...
David Wyly
September 18, 1961 — May 22, 2025 David Wyly, age 63, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, passed away at Christus Mother Frances Hospital of Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Thursday, May 22, 2025. No services are planned at this time. David Wyly