In High School Basketball News, Boys 2A Region II Semifinal: Lipan 45, North Hopkins 42
March 1, 2024 – McKINNEY—Freshman Court Gaylor scored 12 of his team-high 17 points and was perfect on six free throws in the final quarter, as second-ranked Lipan held off furious North Hopkins, 45-42, on Friday in a boys Class 2A Region II semifinal at McKinney North High School. The Indians (28-4) advanced to Saturdays region championship against the Poolville-Muenster winner at 1 p.m. on Saturday. The eighth-ranked Panthers...
Sponsorships for the First Man Bingo Sought
February 27, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – Plans for Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Man Bingo, known as Mingo, are underway. Sponsorships are now available for this event which will be held on Thursday, April 18. A Big Daddy Sponsorship runs $2,500 and includes a front-row reserved table with 8 bingo packets. Sponsors’ names and logos will be displayed next to the prize sponsored, and the sponsors’...
Spring Awakening: Adventure and Learning Bloom at Cooper Lake State Park in March
February 25, 2024 – Cooper, TX— As spring blooms across Northeast Texas, Cooper Lake State Park is excited to announce a vibrant array of outdoor programs at both the Doctors Creek and South Sulphur Units. These programs are designed to celebrate spring’s arrival and the much-anticipated Spring Break for schools. These offerings provide a perfect opportunity for families, nature enthusiasts, and adventurers to explore the...
Texas Rangers Spring Training Games Start Friday
February 22, 2024 – KSST is excited to bring you Texas Ranger Baseball once again this year. Spring Training games will begin broadcasting Friday, February 23. The Friday game will be played in Surprise Stadium in Arizona in the early afternoon. The Texas Rangers Network require affiliates like KSST to broadcast some games in delay, starting at 8PM central. Upcoming Games: Friday February 23, 8PM (delayed) Saturday February 24,...
Not Just a Game: TAMUC Esports Club Impresses with Early Success and Substantial Growth
February 1, 2024 – COMMERCE, TX—It’s no secret that video gaming has exploded in popularity since its early days. Likewise, the Esports Club at Texas A&M University-Commerce has experienced rapid growth and success in its first semester of existence, with even more growth expected. Esports, the general term for competitive video gaming, has found a home in higher education over the last decade, with colleges and universities...
Jake Wilson Memorial Amateur One-Day Open Bass Team Tournament Coming Up in April
January 29, 2024 – The 7th Annual Jake Wilson Memorial Amateur One-Day Open Bass Team Tournament will take place April 20, 2024. The event will be hosted by Minnow Bucket Marina on the world famous Lake Fork. Registration entries must be postmarked by April 15th. Two person entry fee is $160.00. There will be a free kid fishing event, on the shoreline, from 10:00am to Noon. 7th Annual Jake Wilson Memorial Amateur One-Day Open...
TAMUC Rodeo Celebrating 10th Anniversary with Annual Home Competition
January 23, 2024 – COMMERCE, TX—The Texas A&M University-Commerce rodeo team looks to have a strong showing at its annual home competition scheduled for February 2-3 at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Each day will begin with slack rounds from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by a show performance at 7 p.m. A final round featuring the top 10 competitors in every event will be featured during...
Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024 Announced
This is the Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024: Front Row L to R: Kenzi Pipkin – Freshman Duchess, Jamie Alvarez – Sophomore Duchess, and Jordan Cartwright – Junior Duchess; Senior Homecoming candidates Standing L to R: Reece Vowels, Katelyn Cline, Ryleigh Redar, Harley Perez, Maysen Pipkin And Gabby Ross. Activities Friday, January 12th – PepRally led by the senior class at 9:45 in the gym. The games...
A Natural Prescription for 2024 – First Day Hikes at Cooper Lake State Park
December 19, 2023 – As I hike the Coyote Run Trail at Cooper Lake State Park, enveloped by post oak trees, my sense of well-being soars, as I am freed from daily stress. This phenomenon, a blend of nature’s beauty and physical activity, is not just a personal revelation but a scientifically supported experience. Immersion in nature, as research and age-old wisdom affirm, rejuvenates the mind, body, and soul! First Day Hike...
Paris Junior College’s 99th Homecoming Festivities Continued Saturday
Saturday evening, as part of Paris Junior College’s 99th Homecoming festivities, the 2023 King and Queen were crowned during halftime of the men’s basketball game. Chosen were Caydence Gonzalez and Oscar Hernández Lesage. 2023 PJC Homecoming King Oscar Hernández Lesage and Queen Kaydence Gonzalez Invited to be part of the crowning ceremony was 1998 PJC Homecoming Queen LaKeysha Brown, who joined Director of Student Life Kenneth Webb...