District Play Began September 26th for Wildcats in Football Action Against Aubrey
September 28, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats played in their first District Game of the 2025 Season in a football game versus Aubrey on Friday, September 26th, 2025. The game was played at Gerald Prim Stadium in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST’s/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this game. KSST”s Sports Director John Mark Dempsey called Play-by-Play, and Tony Flippin provided Color...
Ray Duck
Ray Duck, age 98, entered his heavenly home on September 27, 2025, at the Wesley House in Sulphur Springs. There will be a celebration of life held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Pogue officiating. Mr. Duck was born on February 2, 1927, in Linden, Texas, to Raymond and Mabel Claire (Williamson) Duck in Linden, Texas. He married Nellie Marie Beard...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, September 28, 2025
Studying for lesson tonight and there were a few takeaways from the story of the woman at the well that really just spoke so much to my heart, so I wanted to share them here. Jesus found her in her sin and He offered her Living Water, eternal life. He revealed Himself as the Messiah to a woman who, by society’s standards, was an outcast. She was a despised Samaritan and a woman who had 5 husbands. And friends, he finds us...
Paris District Road Report for September 29, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting September 29, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they...
Jerry Lynn Petty
August 2, 1939 ~ September 25, 2025 (age 86) Jerry Petty Obituary Funeral Service for Jerry Lynn Petty, age 86, will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, September 28, 2025 at West Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. Kenny Hightower officiating. Interment will follow the service at Tira Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at 1:30 p.m. Jerry passed away on September 25, 2025 surrounded by his family in Dike, Texas....
Cattlemen Classic & Ribeye Round-Up Will Take Place on October 4th, 2025
September 26, 2025 – The NETBIO, in partnership with Texas Heritage National Bank, is proud to announce the upcoming Cattlemen Classic & Ribeye Round-Up, a premier celebration of Texas beef, ranching traditions, and community spirit. The event will take place on October 4th, 2025, at Celebration Plaza in Sulphur Springs, bringing together cattle producers, chefs, and beef enthusiasts for a full day of...
Emily Glass had a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey September 23rd
September 25, 2025 – Dial Study Club’s Emily Glass dropped by for a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey September 23rd, 2025. Emily and John Mark chatted about the successful Homecoming Parade that was held a few weeks ago, the United Way and their new campaign, upcoming plans for The Venue 219 on Main Street, and much more. Be sure to check out this interesting episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With...
Several SSISD Choir Program Students Recently Earned a Place in the TMEA All-Region Choir
September 25, 2025 – Beth Cole with the Sulphur Springs ISD High School Choir recently shared some exciting news with KSST. Several SSISD students recently earned a place in the TMEA All-Region Choir, a highly competitive honor that recognizes musical excellence across our area. Four of these students advanced to the next round of auditions, Pre-Area, placing them among the very best in our region. Their achievements represent...
Texas Wine Builds Global Momentum in International Organization
September 25, 2025 – Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences forges ties with 50-plus nations to advance wine science For the booming and rapidly evolving Texas wine industry, membership in the International Organisation of Vine and Wine, OIV, has its privileges. OIV is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the science behind viticulture and winemaking. Its membership represents 51 nations,...
Pedro Gonzalez Serrano
Funeral Service for Pedro Gonzalez Serrano, age 77, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church with Father Victor Hernandez officiating. Ricardo Yanez, Allan Alvarez, Juan Gonzalez, Gerardo Gonzalez, Pedro Gonzalez, Leo Alvarez, and Oliver Yanez will be serving as pallbearers. Interment will follow the service at North Hopkins Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a...
