Burger Cook-off/Fundraiser To Benefit Local Schools: Tonight!
By Savannah Owens Tableleaf and SS Dodge invite the public to gather tonight at 5pm at Backstreet Brewery to enjoy the cooking competition and taste some appetizers and sliders. All proceeds benefit SSISD schools. There are also numerous giveaways, and prizes free with the price of admission. Admission is a donation of $20 but if you get there early and test drive a Dodge truck, SS Dodge will cover the entry fee. There will also be games and a bounce house for the kids. Come out and see if your taste buds match up with the judges! This is a...
read moreRiddle: Whimsy Grand Opening Delayed A Week
The grand opening for Whimsy Boutique and Wine Bar scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 3, has been delayed a week due to construction. The grand opening has tentatively been rescheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 13 , according to Karen Riddle. Visit whimsytx.com for updates.
read moreHopkins County Pony Tails Visit KSST
Hopkins County Pony Tails 2019 Dixie Softball teams from across the South have traveled to Sulphur Springs for the Dixie World Series. Games start 9:00AM Saturday at the Coleman Park ball fields. Three divisions will use all 6 fields with the final games played on Wednesday. The Hopkins County Pony Tails (12 and younger) visited the KSST studios Friday morning. They had opinions on a few topics including the recent Women’s World Cup victory, and being told they “throw like a girl.” When asked if anyone says they “Throw...
read moreDixie Softball World Series Gate Pricing
The Hopkins County Girl’s Softball Association has announced the spectator pricing for entry into the Dixie Softball World Series. Fans are encouraged to come cheer on the three local Hopkins County teams, as well as take in girl’s softball at it’s finest during the five day tournament. Three age groups are represented with 29 teams competing. The entry fee for a single session (some days will have two sessions) or for the entire tournament are as follows: Ages 13 and UP: $8 per session or $25 for entire tournament Ages...
read moreMeet the Hopkins County 12U All Star Team
Meet the Hopkins County 12U all star team. They will be playing in the Dixie World Series. Their first game is v.s. Louisiana. Game time Saturday 6PM, out at Coleman Park. Come out and support these local ball players! 2019 Hopkins County 12U All Star Team
read moreDixie Softball Teams Arriving in Texas
Dixie Softball teams began their travels this week. Their ultimate destination is Coleman Park here in Sulphur Springs, TX. Dixie Softball teams from across the United States are headed to Coleman park in Sulphur Springs, TX. Three divisions of the Dixie World Series start games early Saturday morning. The final games occur on Wednesday August 7th. Estimates for the number of visitors to Hopkins County near 800. All 6 ball fields at Coleman park will be used. The City of Sulphur Springs has made sure every field can be adapted for both...
read moreEast End Allegiance: Our Youth’s 2nd Annual Back To School Event Planned Aug. 18
East End Allegiance: Our Youth’s 2nd Annual Back to School Ready Round Up will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, at the H.W. Grays Building in Pacific Park. The event is designed to provide family fun, games, food, community wellness checks and other activities for local youth. Stylists will be donating their services to provide fresh haircuts and hairstyles. EEA:OY also plans to once again provide hygiene packs containing items such as toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, deodorant and hand sanitizer. “This year our goal is to...
read moreCumby ISD Back to School Activities Include Back 2 School Bash, Meet The Trojans & Teachers, New Student Registration
Cumby ISD administrators and trustees have been working hard this summer in readiness for the new school year. Below are a few of the upcoming activities students and parents will want to put on their calendars too. First Day of School New teachers will start reporting on Aug. 7, with all staff returning from Aug. 8-9 and Aug. 12-14 for development days. Students will report for their first day of classes on Thursday, Aug. 15. Elementary students will begin classes at 7:55 a.m. and high school students at 8:05 a.m. starting Aug. 15. Dismissal...
read moreChamber Connection For Aug. 1, 2019
By Lezley Brown, president/CEO of Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Tonight is the night! The Chamber is hosting The Chamber Showcase, a night of networking that features Chamber members in Hopkins County, on Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Sulphur Springs Country Club. Booth space is already sold out, but we encourage you attend the event for $10 and enjoy the opportunity to do it all in one night … just imagine food show + exhibit hall + speed networking! This will be a huge value and opportunity for you and your business! Only Chamber members...
read moreCumby ISD School Board, Facilities Committee Hosting Aug. 8 Community Meeting
Cumby Independent School District have been looking at way to fund facilities improvements. One option being considered is a bond election, which would provide funding for additional renovations to better address safety and security at the elementary campus, specifically moving classrooms out of the portable buildings. Cumby ISD trustees are considering calling for a bond election to update facilities, but would still like additional community input regarding the matter. Thus, the CISD school board and Facilities Committee are hosting a...
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