PJC Women’s Basketball holding mini-clinics
Paris Junior College Women’s Basketball is planning a series of mini-clinics in the Hunt Center April 28 through April 30. One session is for those aged five to 10 and Grades 6-12 for the other three. All clinics will be held in the Hunt Center. “Last year’s clinic was amazing,” said PJC Women’s Basketball Coach Brittany Christian. “Don’t miss out this on this one.”
Friday evening, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., is the Youth Immersion Clinic for those aged five to 10, covering drills, fundamental skills and concepts, and games and entertainment.
Two clinics for grades six through 12 will be held on Saturday. The Point Guard Clinic, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., will cover ball handling, decision-making, and game management. The Shooting/Iso Scoring Clinic, 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m., covers ball screen reads, attacking closeouts and match ups, and footwork and mechanics.
Sunday’s Plyometrics/Speed/Agility Clinic for grades six through 12 teaches explosion, footwork/reaction time, and change of speed/direction. The sessions are $40 each with available multi-session/multi-child discounts. For additional information, contact Coach Christian at [email protected] or 903-782-0207.
To sign up for the clinics, visit the PJCWomensBasketballClinic, download and fill out the form, and return it to PJC Women’s Basketball, Paris Junior College, 2400 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX 75460.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Suspicious Person Complaint Yields Arrest on Warrant
April 19, 2023 – Winnsboro resident CHRISTOPHER, SETH was arrested this week on a Tarrant County warrant.
A call about a suspicious person ‘checking mailboxes’ on FM 3019 near Highway 11 was made around 11AM. When Hopkins County Sheriff Deputies responded, they found a man matching the description of the suspicious person walking north on FM 3019. A records check showed CHRISTOPHER, SETH, age 34, to have an outstanding warrant for assault.
CHRISTOPHER, SETH was arrested and transported to Hopkins County Jail without incident.
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.
Pair Back in Hopkins County to Face Felony Charges
April 19, 2023 – JOHNSON, DENZEL JAMAINE, age 30, and JEFFERSON, JACK ANDERSON, age 27, are back in Hopkins County to face multiple felony charges this week. The pair was serving time in Dallas County Jail.
JOHNSON, DENZEL JAMAINE
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office transported both individuals to the Hopkins County Jail without incident. They both face identical charges:
- ENGAGING IN ORGANIZED CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
- THEFT PROP >=$2,500<$30K
Johnson and Jefferson were arraigned in 2019. The date of their offences is 09/12/2018.
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.
Henson Back in Hopkins County Jail
April 19, 2023 – William Allen Henson, age 61, has returned to Hopkins County Jail this week. Henson, a self-employed resident of Winnsboro, TX, faces a controlled drug charge. The Hopkins County Sheriff’s office transported him from Wood County Jail where he was serving time for attempting to falsify a probation required drug test. He was found attempting to use a “FALSE DRUG TEST FALSIFICATION DEVICE”. His current bail is set at $150,000.
This is not the first time Henson has been in Hopkins County Jail.
In 2018, Henson was arrested for burglary and possession of a controlled substance. See that story here.
In 2017, Henson was charged with possession of a controlled substance, his bond at the time was set at $50,000. See that story here.
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.
Health Care Night Out
April 19, 2023- Christus Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs will be hosting Health Care Night Out, Tuesday May 9th from 5-8pm. Located at the Venue at Two Nineteen 219 Main St. there will be Food, Drinks, and door prizes available during this event.
The Health Care Night Out is open to current CHRISTUS associates, job seekers and students enrolled in a health care program. This come and go event is a terrific opportunity to meet CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Hospital and Clinic leaders and the talent acquisition team to learn about any current openings in a fun environment.
To reserve a spot scan the QR code below or visit HealthCareNightOutSignup.
Jake Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament
April 18, 2023- Diane Wilson, one of the founders of the Jake Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament, called into KSST for a interview to discuss the Jake Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament. Mrs. Wilson told KSST about the foundation of the annual bass tournament and how it was a way to honor her late son who loved to fish.
This year will be the 6th annual Tournament to be held at Lake Fork, Quitman. This year is the first year that the tournament is Skeeter boats sanctioned, allowing those with Skeeter boats to take part with said boat. Last years tournament saw over 50 boats on the water with just over 100 fishermen competing, this year Mrs. Wilson expects the number to grow even more than last years.
To sign up for the tournament visit: JakeCWilsonMemorialTournamentSignUp. The tournament will be held Saturday April 22. First place prize is $2000 with second place being $1000 and third set at $700. Places 4th through 10th will also receive cash prizes ranging from $500 to $150. The reward for Big Bass catch will receive $500. Other prizes will be available form the raffle such as wood works donated by the Mexican Children’s Refuge.
Team boats will need to pay a $160 registration fee to participate. A free children’s fishing event (shoreline only) will also be held from 10 am to noon.
Mrs. Wilson also explained that every year money is donated to Sky Ranch, Sky Ranch will then use the money to help people go to their summer camp. Additionally, money will also be sent to high school fishing teams to help purchase equipment and to support them.
Mrs. Wilson further explained that proceeds benefit scholarships for area Senior high school student members of school fishing teams, and to various Christian organizations for children.
To learn more about the Jake Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament visit: www.jakecwilson.com or call Diane Wilson at (972)-567-5215
Mrs. Diane also wishes to give all the sponsors of the event a heart felt thank you for being a part of the event.
The Jake Wilson Memorial Bass Tournament was organized to celebrate the life and legacy of Jake Charles Wilson. Jake passed from this life to the next on August 30th, 2017. He loved the Lord and cherished his children. Jake had a passion for fishing, hunting and singing. He served the Lord with all his heart. In his 34 short years he served as a Children’s Pastor, worked in the Prison Ministry, and led Praise and worship on Sundays. Jake was well respected in the Gas Pipeline Industry, making many friends he came to consider family. We thank the Lord for the relationship we had with Jake and the lasting impact he made in our lives. Until we are reunited in Heaven let us lift others up and choose to speak words of life daily!
Bending at the Welding Class at Paris Junior College
April 19, 2023 – Welding instructor John Plemons, right, gives PJC-Sulphur Spring Center welding students some assistance as they prepare projects for guided bend tests. The students, from left, are Elijah Symonds of Greenville, Tank Lewis of Lone Oak and Joseph Areola of Sulphur Springs.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Softball, Baseball, & Lady Cats Golf at Regionals all in action Tuesday
Tuesday, Apr. 18 is one of the few remaining busy game days during the 2022-23 school year.
Three teams are all in action on Tuesday, starting out with Lady Cats golf at their Regional competition.
Coach Whitney Spigener and her squad are out at Van Zandt C.C. for their biggest competition yet.
Lady Cats golf hopes to match their efforts in their last outing. At the 15-4A meet, Sulphur Springs won a district championship.
The tests only get bigger from here if Coach Spigener and her squad hope to qualify for state.
Day two of Regionals gets underway Tuesday, Apr. 18 at Van Zandt C.C.
Wildcats baseball takes on Pleasant Grove in the lone game played Tuesday in Sulphur Springs. Coach Jerrod Hammock’s squad has another tough test ahead of them on Tuesday, Apr. 18 when the Hawks come to town.
It is the final match-up between the two schools this season. PG won the first two 11-0 and 10-0, looking to complete the sweep over Sulphur Springs Tuesday.
Wildcats baseball is in the midst of a four-game losing skid, having dropped both of their game over the weekend. Coach Hammock’s team fell on Friday at L.E. 7-4, before losing 5-2 to Caddo Mills at home on Saturday.
Sulphur Springs is now 6-14 on the season. The Wildcats, if they hope to make the postseason as the fourth seed, must win-out if they hope to qualify.
Entering Tuesday’s home duel with the Hawks, Coach Hammock’s squad is 2-9, in fifth, and two games back of fourth-place Pittsburg. The Pirates host Paris on Tuesday. So if Sulphur Springs falls to PG, combined with a Pittsburg win over Paris, and it could all but doom those hopes as the Wildcats would be three games back with as many to go.
Coach Hammock’s team must win-out if they wish to make a postseason push.
The home stretch begins for Wildcats baseball on Tuesday, Apr. 18 at 7 P.M.
Tuesday’s duel with PG will be broadcasted onto KSST 1230 AM. It will also be live-streamed onto KSST Radio’s Youtube channel.
Also on deck Tuesday is Lady Cats softball, heading out to Texarkana to take on Liberty Eylau.
Coach David Carrillo’s team looks to complete an undefeated district season should they win on Tuesday.
Sulphur Springs is still perfect at 9-0, (23-4 overall) and doing so would clinch back-to-back undefeated district seasons for Lady Cats softball.
Most recently on Friday, Coach Carrillo’s squad hosted Pleasant Grove senior night, and it went swimmingly.
The Lady Cats won big over the Lady Hawks 10-0 for a ninth straight win over district foes.
Highlights from the game include two players going yard in Jadyn Harper, with a two-run shot in the second, and Gracie Adair, who had a huge grand slam in the fourth blew the game wide open as the Lady Cats went on to shutout PG 10-0. In the circle, Crimson Bryant picked up strikeout #1000 in her career, sending 11 Lady Hawks packing in the blowout over PG.
Sulphur Springs looks to pick up one more big win on Tuesday, Apr. 18 when they close out their district season.
The regular-season finale for softball tees off in Texarkana Tuesday at 6 P.M.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Texas Senate Passes $308 Billion Budget Plan
April 18, 2023- The Texas Senate on Monday gave the final approval to a $308 billion spending plan for the next two years, sending budget leaders into high-stakes negotiations with their counter parts in the House over property taxes and other divisive issues.
Senators voted 31-0 to spend $141.2 billion in general revenue on major investments in property tax cuts, juvenile justice, mental health, higher education, state parks, historical sites and pay raises for teachers and state employees.
State Rep. Joan Huffman, R-Houston, chair of the Senate Finance Committee, which oversaw the budget-writing process for the chamber, said “smart fiscal policy” over the last several sessions allowed budget writers to make historic investments thanks to an unprecedented surplus in state coffers.
During floor debate over their budget proposal, senators briefly debated a rider in the budget bill that bans funding from universities that use diversity, equity and inclusion practices in their hiring processes.
State Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas, another member of the finance committee spent weeks vetting the proposal, attempting to cut out the anti-DEI language in the 965-page budget bill but failed on a 19-12 vote along partisan lines.
Monday’s action comes just over a week after the Texas House approved a slightly more decreased budget with $136.9 billion in general revenue spending, at a time when lawmakers have a historic $32.7 billion surplus this session.
Neither chamber’s proposal spends the entirety of the surplus, nor do they exceed spending limits, budget leaders said.
The two versions agree on several issues, including funding more mental health services, supporting border enforcement programs, addressing prison conditions and investing billions of new money in public schools and pay raises.
However there is roughly a $5 billion difference in state tax dollars being spent between the two plans, along with several areas of conflict expected to drive the negotiations when members of both chambers meet in conference committee to shape out a compromise.
The two chambers have also approved emergency spending bills to plug budget shortfalls and bump up funding during the current biennium, adding billions of dollars more to mental health, state employee pay raises and other projects. Those bills will also be negotiated in conference, in particular a Senate commitment to direct $3.9 billion to pay off some of the costs pushed onto customers because of high prices for gas or electricity.
Senators on Monday approved $5 billion in additional money for schools that would pay for teacher pay raises and other educational programs, including costs associated with offering parents private school subsidies. $3.7 billion was also approved for cost-of-living adjustments for retired teachers, $650 million to improve security at schools and $650 million to revamp community college funding.
Both budget proposals have references to a so-called education savings account pushed by Abbott and Patrick that would reserve money normally spent on public schools for some parents who want to move their children out of the struggling public school system.
The Senate has already voted 18-13 to create such a program, with proponents arguing that it would give children in low-performing public school districts a chance to attend expensive, higher-performing schools with tuition that might currently be out of their reach.
Chamber Connection – April 19, 2023
Get your stomach ready for Rotary Club’s 8th Annual Claws for a Cause, which will be downtown on Saturday, April 29, from 5-10 p.m.
The crawfish-and-fixins dinner raises money for local charities and scholarships, plus it’s a lot of fun and good eating. Dubb and the Luv Machines will be in concert as well.
Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com or by scanning the code on the posters around town.
Business After Hours
Join us for a Business After Hours – at your business!
If you are a Chamber of Commerce member and want to host a Business After Hours (or Before Hours), we have some openings for you!
We are scheduling our monthly networking events for the remainder of the year, and are looking for host businesses. The cost of the event is free; we just ask that you provide some refreshments.
You simply open your business from 4:30-6 p.m. on the designated day (or 7:30-8:30 a.m.), and welcome the guests.
If you’re interested, send me an email at [email protected] or call 903-885-6515.
Skeet Shooting
Heart of Hope will have a Skeet Shooting Event, starting at 11 a.m. on May 11, at the Church at Klondike. Entry fee is $15 and includes lunch and a raffle ticket. The contest will be sporting clay shoot, wolf chase and buddy shoot. There will also be a kid shoot for 14 and under. Bring your own ammunition.
Proceeds benefit Heart of Hope in Sulphur Springs. For more information, call 903-440-1665.
Freedom Ball
This year’s Hopkins County Freedom Ball is going to be bigger and better than ever! Come help celebrate our local heroes at the Hopkins County Civic Center on May 20.
This years theme is “Top Gun” and Jason Walden & The Alibis will be providing the music for the evening.
Tickets are $125 each, and 200 tickets are set aside for veterans and their wingman each — first come, first serve. So, get your tickets now.
For tickets, contact Danny Davis at 903-438-4003.
Singing Men of Texas
First Baptist Church will welcome the East Texas chapter of the Singing Men of Texas for a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 20. There is no cost.
Lunch and Learn
The Chamber is rescheduling a Lunch and Learn originally set for April 18. The program will be a roundtable discussion on marketing, both conventional and social media. The seminar will be informational and practical to help business marketers increase their profile by doing it themselves. The cost is $25 for Chamber members and $30 for nonmembers.
Call 903-885-6515 or email [email protected] to sign up.
Ribbon Cuttings
Beauty Grace Wellness Shop hosted a ribbon cutting at its location on Connally Street at noon on Friday, April 14. Please support this downtown business.
