WWII’s “The Battle of Peleliu” Part of a Veteran’s Legacy
The battle at Peleliu in the South Pacific Theater during World War II is little known to many but to Ed Hammond and those who fought with him, it is a legacy that should be heard. Over 70% of the battalion did not return. Ed told his story to KSST/Channel 18 Tuesday morning on The Morning Show with Enola Gay. Here is a part of his story. Other veterans have stories. After viewing Ed’s story, encourage your veteran to share...
Join Us Tomorrow at Big Smiths
Join the KSST and Channel 18 TV crew at Big Smiths BBQ and Catfish during the noon hour on Wenesday September 3 as Steve and Donna Smith and their staff celebrate 25 years in business. The location is Hwy 154, three miles south of I- 30. [pb_vidembed title=”” caption=”” url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJv4a-q0FWc” type=”yt” w=”640″ h=”480″] Steve and Donna...
James Terry
Graduate of Sulphur Springs High School, Bachelor of Arts from East Texas Baptist, Teaching Certificate from Lamar University, Masters of Education degree from Stephen F. Austin State University. Twenty-six years experience as an educator, retired. Worked at KMHT and KPXE radio stations and KSST/Channel 18. Experience in retail and food service industries. Wrote cowboy poetry with Monty Moncrief Teel with a CD of cowboy poetry called...
KSST Ownership Changes
Ownership of KSST radio and Channel 18 is changing. Chad Young and his wife Rhonda are in the process of purchasing the broadcast entity from the longtime owners, the Bradford family. Young says he plans to keep the KSST legacy. He says it will change but only for the better. Young says he has listened to KSST all his life and has relied on its’ coverage of news, weather and sports. Years ago, then owner Bill Bradford hinted to Young...
Paris District Road Report for December 29, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Fannin, Grayson, Hopkins, Franklin, Delta, Lamar, Red River, Hunt and Rains Counties for the week starting December 29, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they...
Thriving Fawns, Thriving Hunt: Texas Deer Numbers Stay Strong
Oct. 31, 2025 – AUSTIN — To hunters, springtime in Texas is often viewed as chasing turkeys through hot, humid weather, or hanging up the firearm for a fishing pole. For white-tailed deer, spring represents a time for growth: body growth, antler growth and population growth. Texas began the growing season under widespread drought in March, but most of the state received much-needed rain in late spring. Where it rained,...
Food Resources Around Hopkins County
October 28, 2025 – Here are a few key support options and county-level hotspots in Texas to watch if Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are delayed — based on recent reports: 📍 Counties / Regions at elevated risk The North Texas Food Bank (12-county North Texas service area) estimates about 460,000 people could be impacted by a benefit halt in that region. In the South Texas / Rio Grande Valley region,...
Federal Government Orders Texas To Delay November SNAP Benefits
October 18, 2025 – MISSOURI CITY, Texas — Millions of Texans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) could face delays in receiving their November benefits after the federal government instructed states to temporarily hold payments amid the ongoing shutdown in Washington. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which oversees SNAP, told state agencies this week to pause early benefit issuance while...
State Fair of Texas Announces Safety & Security Measures for 2025 Event
By State Fair of Texas | September 5, 2025 The State Fair of Texas is one of the largest annual events in the world – attracting nearly 2.4 million people in 2024 and bringing an estimated economic impact of nearly $680 million to North Texas every fall. The State Fair of Texas engages leading security experts in the industry to ensure the safety of our patrons, vendors, and staff. We are constantly evaluating our...
Celebrity Judges Announced for 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards
By Bridget Browning | August 14, 2025 With the Fair season in full swing, that also means it’s time to crown the next winners of the 21st Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards. It’s no easy feat to make it to this point, considering there were 76 total entries submitted. These were then whittled down to 30 semi-finalists. Now, it all comes down to the final 15 that will compete live in the final round at this year’s Big Tex Choice Awards...
