Celebrating Berger Peat Moss’ 60th Anniversary
January 30, 2023 – With much enthusiasm and excitement, today the Berger company launched a special video highlighting the company’s 60th anniversary. Berger, which has been rooted in the municipality of Saint-Modeste, in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, since 1963, currently employs more than 800 professionals located across Canada, the United States and Central America.
“There aren’t enough words to describe how proud and grateful we are towards all our employees who have contributed to the company’s success and history,” states Valérie Berger, co-president and CEO of Berger. “Over the years, Berger has forged an enviable reputation based on the quality of its products and the personalization of its services; and today, we’re celebrating more than 60 harvest seasons, 60 years of audacity and know-how.”
A third-generation family business, Berger currently operates 11 peat moss bogs and 9 plants in North America. For over sixty years, each successive generation at the head of the company has brought added value, allowing Berger to experience flourishing growth and significant gains in innovation. “We want to share these moments of joy with the entire Berger family,” added Mélissa Berger, co-president and CEO of Berger. “Our most sincere thanks go to our customers, our partners, the communities that welcome us and especially to the members of our staff, as well as their families, who contribute daily to the influence and success of our company, both here and abroad.”
To thank our host communities, Berger makes a point of participating in their socio-economic and community development by supporting suppliers in the region and getting involved in local initiatives by offering donations or various sponsorships.
The launch video is available on Berger’s website at : https://www.berger.ca/en/about/history/60th-anniversary/
A&M Campus Closures
Update: All classes at A&M Commerce have been cancelled for tomorrow, (Tues.), due to the inclement weather…
Jan. 30th, 2023 – The main A&M-Commerce campus and the Dallas site will close at 1:00 PM today, January 30, due to the possibility of dangerous weather/road conditions to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff. No business operations (except essential services) or academic activities will be conducted, and classes will be canceled for the remainder of the day, including night classes.
The other off-site locations (RELLIS, Frisco, CHEC, Mesquite, and Navarro) will adhere to the decisions of their host institutions or local school districts.
Faculty will provide instructions to students whose classes are affected by this closure.
PJC Weather Cancellations
Paris Junior College in Greenville, Paris, and Sulphur Springs will close at 1:30 p.m. today due to inclement weather.
911 Abuse Lands Texas Man in Jail
January 29, 2023 – Gary Don Rose age 36 and a resident of Cumby, Tx was arrested and charged with Abuse of 911 Services and Assault of a Peace Officer.
The evening began with Rose calling the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office requesting to speak with a Deputy. After speaking with law enforcement over the phone Rose called 911 approximately 8 times. Rose was advised multiple times not to call 911 unless it was an emergency.
Deputies traveled to Rose’s CR 1126 residence. Deputies met with him and confirmed his identity. Rose was advised he was being placed under arrest and was taken into custody.
While escorting Rose to the patrol vehicle, he proceeded to spit in a Deputy’s face. Rose was chewing tobacco at that time. The assault was confirmed on video.
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.
City Hall Closed Due To Bad Weather
January 30, 2023 – Sulphur Springs City Hall, Water Department, Library, and Municipal Court will be closing at noon today. A possible closing tomorrow will be decided in the morning. If this is the last day to pay your taxes, the city will be accepting those taxes the next business day they are open.
Lady Cats Soccer at Frisco Panther Creek Monday
Coach Adriana Brena and her team are the lone squad in action on Monday, Jan. 30.
Lady Cats soccer heads back to the metroplex, this time taking on Frisco’s Panther Creek.
The last time Sulphur Springs played in north DFW, on Friday, the women’s soccer team fell in a big way to Celina, 8-0. The opposing Lady Cats scored an even four goals in each period.
A tough loss no doubt, but a game today, then almost a week of no games prior to the district opener, should help the medicine go down.
Monday’s game in Frisco is the second-to-last non-district contest for the Lady Cats. The final one does not come until the first Tuesday in March.
They head into their game at Panther Creek on Monday sporting a 7-5 record.
JV gets the action going on Monday, Jan. 30 at 5:30 P.M. with varsity following at 7 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.
Meal-A-Day Winter Weather Closure
Meal-A-Day will be closed Tuesday, January 31, 2023 due to safety concerns about the weather. Meal-A-Day has chosen to pause the operation to maintain the safety of their volunteers and partners. At this time, Meal-a-Day is anticipating closure on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, as well.
If you are in need of additional food Meal-A-Day will be providing non-perishable items at the senior center today.
19th Annual Carla Bridges 90+ Banquet
Saturday April 15th come join the 19th annual 90+ banquet and come celebrate all Hopkins county members that have made it to the 90 year milestone. the banquet will be held at First Baptist Church at “The ROC” on 115 Putman St. from 12 – 2 P.M.
To register a senior please call Dawna Pryor, 903-885-1661 or email: [email protected]
League Street Church Clothing Room Canceled
Clothing Room At League Street Church Of Christ has been canceled Tuesday due to the poor weather conditions.
Two Mesquite Residents Jailed for AK Shoot-Out
January 28, 2023 – Around 8pm a report of two vehicles traveling at high speed, and shots fired was received by Law Enforcement. The vehicles were reported to be a pickup truck and a Dodge Charger or Challenger.
Officers responded and located the Dodge. The traffic stop occured on North Hillcrest Drive in Sulphur Springs. Inside the Dodge they found an AK-47. The driver MARIA VERONICA GARCIA did not possess a valid driving licence and was arrested. The rifle was confiscated. The Dodge was impounded.
The passenger, identified as ALEXIS VILLANUEVA, was found to be wanted and was arrested. His warrant was issued by Garland Texas PD for Possession of Cocaine.
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.
