“William’s Window” opens Thursday at Paris Junior College
Mar06

“William’s Window” opens Thursday at Paris Junior College

March 6, 2025 – The youth theater production, “William’s Window,” opens Thursday evening on the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theater at Paris Junior College. PJC’s Drama Department is offering the delightful play by Marina Stockdale that’s designed to introduce audiences to the works of William Shakespeare. Performances run from March 6 to March 9, 2025. “We invite you to join PJC Drama for an engaging theatrical...

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Dr. Steeber Visited on This Second Cup Of Coffee to Chat About the First “STEM” Night Being Held March 6th
Mar06

Dr. Steeber Visited on This Second Cup Of Coffee to Chat About the First “STEM” Night Being Held March 6th

Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber dropped by to visit on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. John Mark and Dr. Steeber talked about the first Annual “STEM” Night taking place at the Middle School March 6, 2025. They also discussed extra curricular activities at the Sulphur Springs High School, the UIL Film students, and so much more. Be sure to check out this...

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Editorial from Dr. Stephen Benson, Paris Junior College President
Mar03

Editorial from Dr. Stephen Benson, Paris Junior College President

March 3, 2025 – Editorial – Stephen M. Benson, Ph.D.President of Paris Junior College Paris Junior College: Where Excellence Meets OpportunityAs we move through spring and approach summer, high school seniors across our region are making important decisions about their futures. This is a pivotal time, filled with choices that will shape their careers and lives. At Paris Junior College (PJC), we believe that higher...

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The Saltillo Lions Girls Basketball Team Made it to the State 1A, Division 2 Championship
Feb28

The Saltillo Lions Girls Basketball Team Made it to the State 1A, Division 2 Championship

February 28, 2025 – The Saltillo Lions girls basketball team made it to the state 1A, Division 2 championship game in San Antonio Thursday before losing to Nazareth, 53-31. Saltillo had downed Zavala, 42-29 to make it to the championship game. Saltillo completed the season with a 34-7 record.

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Sulphur Springs High School Pole Vaulter Jaicee Masmer Broke Texas High School Record
Feb28

Sulphur Springs High School Pole Vaulter Jaicee Masmer Broke Texas High School Record

February 28, 2025 – Sulphur Springs High School pole vaulter Jaicee Masmer broke the Texas high school record, her own SSHS pole vault record, and is now ranked #1 in the United States with a jump of 14 feet 6 1/4 inches! This is the best jump in the nation, so far this year! Jaicee won the state championship last season and has committed to compete at the college level for the University of Louisville. -0- Jaicee Jasmer Photo...

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Prepare for Wildfires as Potential Continues
Feb28

Prepare for Wildfires as Potential Continues

February 28, 2025 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas  As wildfire potential continues across Texas, prepare and keep prevention top of mind. “Dry conditions will persist into the weekend, continuing this week’s risk for wildfires,” said Jared Karns, Texas A&M Forest Service Fire Chief. “It’s important for Texans to prepare for wildfires, work to prevent them and heed warnings of local officials.” Ninety percent of wildfires are...

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SSISD Wildcat Theatre to Perform 2025 UIL One Act Play March 2nd
Feb27

SSISD Wildcat Theatre to Perform 2025 UIL One Act Play March 2nd

February 27, 2025 – SSHS Wildcat Theatre will perform our 2025 UIL One Act Play for the public on Sunday, March 2 at 2pm in the SSHS Auditorium. Please come out and support these talented kids as they get ready for District Competition on March 7th in Hallsville. This dark comedy traces the bizarre career of virtuoso violinist Nicolo Paganini (senior Aiden Woodard), a man so possessed during his performances that it was rumored...

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Drummond to Take Top Spot at Commerce ISD
Feb26

Drummond to Take Top Spot at Commerce ISD

February 26, 2025 – After a competitive search including  44 applicants, the Commerce ISD Board of Trustees has named Steve Drummond as the lone finalist for Superintendent. The extensive application process, conducted by the Walsh Gallegos Treviño Kyle & Robinson law firm, led to six finalists being interviewed before the Board made its decision.  Drummond is currently the Commerce ISD Director of Human...

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Mitigating the Impacts of Invasive Species in Texas
Feb24

Mitigating the Impacts of Invasive Species in Texas

February 24, 2025 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Invasive species cause many negative impacts to the Texas landscape, from the displacement of native trees to potentially killing entire species. Because of their widespread impact, Texas A&M Forest Service takes great lengths to help mitigate their impacts and is highlighting those efforts during National Invasive Species Awareness Week. Invasive species have two main...

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Paris Junior College wins Community Investment Award in Greenville
Feb18

Paris Junior College wins Community Investment Award in Greenville

February 18, 2025 – Paris Junior College was honored with the 2024 Community Investment Award from the Greenville Board of Development (GBOD) at the Greenville Chamber of Commerce/GBOD’s annual banquet held on Feb. 7, 2025. PJC President, Dr. Stephen Benson, was joined at the awards dinner by PJC Board of Regents Secretary Berdie Gibson and Regents Josh Bray, Dr. Linda Kapp, Charles Lynch, Ginna Bowman, and Taylor Slagle....

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