Birthright UMC Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Birthright United Methodist Church will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at a special candlelight service on Thursday evening, Christmas Eve. The public is invited to attend this special service that will begin at 6 p.m. and feature Christmas hymns, a special message by Pastor Paul Bailey, and the celebration of Holy Communion and lighting of the candles. Birthright United Methodist Church is located on Highway 71, one mile east of Highway 19 north. Just turn east at Joe Bob’s Store in Birthright.
read moreHearts of Life Presents Chester the Cat for Adoption
Deborah Balkcom, a volunteer with Hearts of Life Animal Rescue, brought an adoptable pet to KSST Wednesday afternoon. Something was different this week however, as this week’s adoptable dog of the week turned out to be a cat. To adopt Chester the Cat, call Hearts of Life Animal Rescue at 903 439-5019. Hearts of Life will have adoptable pets at PetSense on South Broadwway,...
read moreDecember 31 is Nomination Deadline for Hopkins County Chamber Banquet Awards
The deadline for nominations for various awards given out at the annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Banquet is rapidly approaching. For many of the awards, the deadline is December 31. The Chamber is seeking nominations for Educator of the Year. Educator of the year awards are given to a professional, para-professional, and auxiliary worker in Hopkins County schools. This includes anyone who works in the school system. A large number of nominations have been made in past years. Forms are available at the Chamber of Commerce office or...
read moreHearts of Life’s Ziggy Needs A Home
Ziggy is a Beagle/Bassett cross with lots of puppy energy. Hearts of Life will be at PetSense the next two Saturdays, December 12th and 19th, with puppies ready for adoption. On the 19th, for a $10 fee, you can bring your children and pets for a photo with Santa. For more information about Ziggy or an adoptable dog, call Hearts of Life at...
read moreCorvette Club’s Santa For Seniors Enters Final Night
Night two of the Sulphur Springs Corvette Club “Santa for Seniors” garnered more donations of new blankets, new electric blankets, and cash for blankets Tuesday evening on Celebration Plaza, downtown Sulphur Springs. Tim Gee, Vice-President of the Club and organizer for the event, stated that they are nearing the goal of providing a blanket for needed senior adults in Hopkins County. Gee told KSST listeners Tuesday night that the club had been given a list of those most needy by Karon Weatherman and staff at the city Seniors’ Center. These...
read moreSSHS Carolers Spread Christmas Cheer over Weekend
The past weekend saw a unique surprise for people who attended Christmas events with families at the Celebration Plaza and Heritage Park. Four Sulphur Springs High School choir members were chosen to be carolers for December 3-5. The city of Sulphur Springs had contacted SSHS about having student carolers as opposed to people hired in the past. Costumes were rented for the students involved. The students chosen were Sarah Bennett for soprano, Savannah Mackavie for alto, Riley Bridges for tenor, and Scott Galarza for base. “The carolers...
read moreCommunity Chest’s Extra Food for Christmas Delivery Time Changed
Community Chest will change their Extra Food for Christmas delivery method this year. Due to the long lines at Thanksgiving, the Community Chest making the change to make it more manageable for both delivery and traffic flow. They have cancelled the December 18th delivery date and will enable clients to pick up the Extra Food for Christmas during their regularly scheduled pick up times. For those in “A GROUP”, this means pick up will be on normal shopping days December 15th, 16th, or 17th. For those in “B GROUP” this...
read moreNHJH One Act Play Presents A Seussified Christmas Carol
North Hopkins Junior High One Act Play presents A Seussified Christmas Carol Tuesday December 8th, 7 p.m. in the North Hopkins Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend the performance. Admission is $3 per person.
read moreTickets Selling Fast for Choral Society Celtic Christmas Weekend
Northeast Texas Choral Society will present A Celtic Christmas on Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13 at the First United Methodist Church Sanctuary. Director Carol Allen explains there will be some songs that most have not heard before but she adds the 90-voice Choral Society will also do everyone’s favorite carols in a Celtic style. Tickets at $10 each are going...
read moreChamber Connection November 27, 2015 by Meredith Caddell
Chamber Connection November 27, 2015 by Meredith Caddell Dr. Ray Perryman to speak at Economic Outlook Conference, December 9th from 11:30-1:00pm Dr. Perryman is back and has A LOT to tell us. He will discuss not only the economic outlook for Hopkins County and surrounding areas, but he will also touch on Obamacare and changes to insurance in 2016. Get your tickets now to hear noted economist, Dr. Ray Perryman on Wednesday, December 9th at the Hopkins County Civic Center. This year, you may email specific questions to...
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