Ticket Giveaway: Ladonia Rodeo Tickets 2023
KSST has Complimentary Tickets available for this Weekend’s Rodeo in Ladonia, TX. If you would like to attend, call KSST at 903 885 3111, ask for Dollie, and give her the phrase that pays. That phrase is “KSST is gonna make me a winner!”
Designer Handbag Bingo Is Sold Out, But You Could Still Win A Purse
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s Designer Handbag Bingo tickets may be sold out, but if you still want a chance to win a luxury designer handbag, then do not delay! Purchase a ticket for the Mystery Handbag Raffle featuring a gorgeous handbag from a top designer. Tickets are available at handbagbingo23.givesmart.com until they are sold out. Only 350 tickets are being sold at $20 each.
Jordan’s Place Pediatrics provided funding for the mystery bag, which is valued at over $2,000. The bag is a timeless beauty that will compliment any woman’s wardrobe for years to come. Watch for hints about this luxury bag on the Foundation’s Facebook page.
The winner of the mystery handbag will be drawn during Designer Handbag Bingo will be held on Thursday, August 3. The winner need not be present. The bag will need to be picked up from the Foundation office.
Designer Handbag Bingo is now in its 4th year of operation. Funds raised are use to benefit Hopkins County residents through the purchase of medical equipment and/or health related programs.
To learn more about the event or to get your raffle ticket, visit the Designer Handbag Bingo website at handbagbingo23.givesmart.com.
The Foundation is an IRS 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit that is now in its 26th year of serving Hopkins County.
Honda Recalls Over 100,000 Vehicles Due To Brake Failure
Honda has issued a recall of over 100,000 vehicles ranging from year models 2020 to 2023 due to brake issues.
The recall, which Honda reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on June 29, includes certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. A total of 124,077 cars are potentially affected.
The issue lies in a loose fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder. This could cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly, possibly causing loss of brake function and risk of a crash.
Owners can have their cars inspected and repaired at dealerships free of charge. Letters notifying drivers will be mailed on August 7, 2023.
Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Leadership Sulphur Springs
The Leadership Sulphur Springs Class is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for emerging business and community leaders. Leadership Sulphur Springs is a nine-month session, with meetings held once a month.
The Selection Committee is looking for applicants who:
- Have lived or worked in Hopkins County for at least one year.
- Have demonstrated a concern for the community.
- Possess high standards of personal quality and integrity.
- Willing to commit the time required for the program.
- Have the endorsement of their employer or some indication the employer would not object from taking time away from work.
The cost per participant is $500. This fee is payable by the selected participants no later than August 1st. The fee will not be refunded if you are unable to complete the class for any reason.
The objective of Leadership Sulphur Springs Class is to:
- Provide a unique educational experience for participants.
- Challenge participants in developing leadership skills.
- Motivate emerging community leaders.
- Provide extensive community exposure.
- Inform participants of opportunities for leadership in the community.
For an application to participate Click Here: Leadership Sulphur Springs Application
Webworms And Insecticide By Mario Villarino
The fall webworm, Hyphantria cunea (Drury), is native to North America and is a common caterpillar pest of trees. It attacks more than 88 kinds of plants in North America, including many fruit, nut, and ornamental trees and shrubs. It does not attack pines and other needle-bearing trees (conifers). Fall webworms are known for their large webs on terminal foliage. Heavy infestations are rarely fatal, but if they occur over several years they can make trees more susceptible to drought, disease, or other insect pests. The fall webworm’s plant preference varies according to region. In East Texas, they most often attack sweet[1]gum, oak, hickory and pecan.
Fall webworms can be managed on smaller trees without insecticides. You can do this by physically removing the webs, caterpillars, or egg masses. You can knock larvae out of low-hanging webs. Fall webworm egg mass into a box or garbage bag with a stick or broom. You can also prune webs from lower and smaller branches, or pull them down with a rake or a pole. Beneficial insects attack the eggs and larvae of the fall webworm and keep populations under control in many years. You can help beneficial insects by tearing open the protective webs. If webs are too numerous or too high in a tree to deal with individually, you can use insecticides to prevent damage. Hose-end or commercial high-pressure sprayers are best for reaching upper parts of trees. Webworm larvae stay inside their web so insecticide sprays must penetrate the web to be most effective. For best control, apply insecticides when webs and caterpillars are small. Insecticides containing Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) or spinosad are effective and will not harm beneficial insects. Carbaryl and pyrethroid insecticides (such as permethrin, cyfluthrin, bifenthrin, and esfenvalerate) are highly effective against fall webworm. How[1]ever, these insecticides are also toxic to beneficial insects so use them only for severe infestations. Insecticidal soaps and horticultural oil sprays can also be effective when applied directly to caterpillars in their nests. Insecticide labels are subject to change—always read and follow instructions on the pesticide label carefully. You are responsible for the effects of pesticides on your own property, as well as problems caused by drift to other properties. Not all insecticides are registered for fall webworms on all sites and commodities. Read the label to make sure the insecticide is labeled for your site and commodity. For more information on this or any other agricultural topic please contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443 or email me at [email protected].
Contreras Attacks Elderly Patron at Local Watering Hole
July 5, 2023 – TONY CONTRERAS, age 30 from Sulphur Springs, TX, was arrested early in the morning of July 5, 2023.
Sulphur Springs Police responded to an assault call at around 1AM. At the scene they found an elderly individual with minor injuries to his leg, arm and head. The victim told police he had been kicked, punched and pushed by CONTRERAS. CONTRERAS had a minor laceration on one of his hands.
CONTRERAS was arrested and transported to the Hopkins County Jail. His bond is set at $10,000. He is charged with:
22.01(C)(1) ASSAULT AGAINST ELDERLY OR DISABLED INDIVIDUAL
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Dinner Bell Menu for July 5th, 2023
10 % Club is the Community Partner. Always a supporter of Dinner Bell, the 10% Club remains loyal to the Dinner Bell Feeding Ministry, which is grateful for the continued blessings.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU
Baked Chicken Pieces
Chili Cheese Frito Corn Salad
Blackeyed Peas
Slang Jang
Buttered French Bread Slices
20 Minute Chocolate Cake or Texas Sheet Cake same cake, different names
BE CAREFUL AS THE PANDEMIC IS STILL IN OUR MIDST! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! GET INOCULATED AND BOOSTED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
Auditions For Upcoming Community Players Production Of Nunsense
Main Street Theatre will be hosting auditions for their next up-coming production ‘Nunsense’.
Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia Child of God. Thus, the remaining nuns – ballet-loving Sister Leo, street-wise Sister Robert Anne, befuddled Sister Mary Amnesia, the Mother Superior Sister Regina, and mistress of the novices Sister Mary Hubert – stage a talent show in order to raise the money to bury their dearly departed. With catchy songs and irreverent comedy, Nunsense is sure to keep audiences rolling with laughter.
- Sister Mary Regina, Mother Superior
Lead
Mezzo-Soprano
Mother Superior, outrageous, quick-witted, knows how to get a laugh, tries to convince you that she is strict, but everyone knows that her “bark is worse than her bite”, Vocal range: F(3)-D(5) Mezzo or Alto range, Jazz/Swing style. - Sister Mary Hubert, Mistress of Novices
Lead
Soprano
Kind, always tries to be understanding and diplomatic, teaches the Novices the ground rules, and is supposed to be dignified – but with the slightest bit of encouragement, she is ready to kick up her heels, Vocal range: F(3)-C(5) Mezzo or Alto range, Gospel style. - Sister Mary Robert Anne
Lead
Mezzo-Soprano
A tough streetwise nun who has a heart of gold, adored by kids because she speaks their language, a constant source of aggravation for Mother Superior, Vocal range: F#(3)-F(5) Mezzo or Alto range, Show Belter/ballad styles. - Sister Mary Amnesia
The picture of innocence, lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head, can’t remember her past, and so she looks at each day with a childlike joy, has a puppet alter ego named Sister Mary Annette (ventriloquism and puppet experience are a plus but not required), Vocal range: G(3)-D(6) High Soprano range, Broadway and Country style.
Lead
Soprano - Sister Mary Leo
A former professional dancer, always eager to display her talent, impressionable, entered the convent to become the first ballerina nun.
Lead
Soprano
Main Street Theatre asks that you prepare two contrasting songs that showcase your vocal range. Song lengths- 32 bars or 1 minute selections please. For the accompaniment- it can be an mp3 or YouTube music on a phone- they will have a speaker that can connect to if needed. They may have an audition pianist available as well so, you can bring sheet music if desired.
Audition times
07/10/2023
- 6:15-6:30pm – 1 slot available
- 6:45-7pm – 1 slot available
- 7:15-7:30pm – 1 slot available
- 7:30-7:45pm – 1 slot available
- 7:45-8:00pm – 1 slot available
07/11/23
- 6:00-6:15pm – 1 slot available
- 6:15-6:30pm – 1 slot available
- 6:30-6:45pm – 1 slot available
- 6:45-7:00pm – 1 slot available
- 7:15-7:30pm – 1 slot available
- 7:30-7:45pm – 1 slot available
- 7:45-8:00pm – 1 slot available
To register for a audition visit: Nunsense @ Main St Theatre
This and That for July 2023
By David Wall, Mount Pleasant Master Gardener
Pepper production should be coming into full production now. How about your hot peppers? Are they not as hot as they should be, or are they much hotter than usual. It’s really a simple matter to adjust the heat level. If hot peppers are too hot for your taste, simply increase the amount of water they’re receiving and fertilize. Are the not hot enough? Just cut back on watering and don’t fertilize.
Water availability will continue to be a problem now and in the future. You can help by storing rain water, saving bath water wasted by running until the water gets warm, drip garden irrigation, saving water from boiling vegetables (contains nutrients plants will love), enlarging ponds when they are very low, and so many more ways. In the NETSEO area, there are probably several hundred thousand gardens. Just a 5% water reduction would be quite a savings, not to mention lower water bills!
Bare garden soil is rapidly becoming a giant no-no. Keep it covered. I prefer miniature and Dutch white clover which enrich the soil. Even weeds are better than bare soil. When summer temperatures get to or exceed 90°, soil temps can reach 150°. What you think are problems caused by air temp are caused more by soil temps which can affect activity and interfere with plant photosynthesis.
If we get another dry summer this year, don’t forget to give your trees with a 2” watering every two weeks.
Cardboard covering works well with raised bed gardens. Simply cover the bed with cardboard. Then cut 4-6” holes where you’ll plant your vegetables. You can use bricks, rocks, etc., to prevent the cardboard
from blowing away.
We hear a lot about plants for pollinators, but usually think nothing about plants for moths, who do their pollinating at night. Believe it or not, moths pollinate much more efficiently than bees. Also very important, turn off night lights which distract and prevent pollination.
If you’re really serious about improving your garden soil, consider Restoring the Soil or Dirt to Soil, two books that really make a difference.
If crows attack your garden, get a stuffed crow and put in the garden. Crows will associate the area with danger and stay away.
Atmos Energy: Beware Of Utility Scams
Atmos Energy wants you to be prepared and to help you spot potential scams such as these:
- Online search engine results that place a fake Atmos Energy website in a browser’s top search results and
- Phone calls that offer a discount for immediate payment of an Atmos Energy bill.
The fake Atmos Energy website may feature a phony customer service number and other false information. Do not be tricked into providing login credentials or other sensitive information that scammers can use to compromise your bank, credit card, or other personal accounts.
As a reminder:
Atmos Energy will never ask for payment using prepaid debit cards, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or an unauthorized third-party payment or mobile application.
Payment for an Atmos Energy bill should be made through our online Account Center or through other authorized payment methods.
Atmos Energy will provide multiple notices and work to assist customers with payment plans and assistance options before any service interruptions take place.
Unless there is an emergency, Atmos Energy employees will not call before 7 a.m. or after 6 p.m. (Central time).
If you ever have concerns about the legitimacy of a call, hang up and call Atmos Energy Customer Service at 888.286.6700.
