Animal of the Week: Bentley the Dog
The Animal Shelter Animal of the Week is a two year old German Shepard mix named Bentley. Bentley was delivered to the Animal Shelter after being found at the intersection of Lee and Texas Streets. Bentley is believed to have been dumped or left behind by former owners, due to the fact that he is house-broken and is friendly by nature. “He does great with other animals,” Animal Shelter Officer Barbi Blanch said. “He also does great with people. I’ve seen him around a couple of older kids, but I’m sure he...
read more1st Annual SSISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament at the Sulphur Springs Country Club
On this wonderful summer day at Sulphur Springs Country Club, 18 teams are playing at the 1st Annual SSISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament. The purpose of the SSISD Education Foundation is to provide funds to increase student achievement, promote skill development of all students, support and recognize professional excellence endeavors, and to expand community and alumni involvement from individuals, businesses, and civic organizations. This is the Foundation’s main fund raiser this Summer. Donation to the foundation can be...
read moreFriday Night Movie!
The weekly Friday Night movie for this week, July 24, is Walt Disney’s ‘Sleeping Beauty’! This movie is filled with jealousy, the evil witch Maleficent curses Princess Aurora to die on her 16th birthday. Thanks to Aurora’s guardian fairies, she only falls into a deep sleep that can be ended with a kiss from her beloved, Prince Phillip. To prevent Phillip from rescuing Aurora, Maleficent kidnaps and locks him up. The guardian fairies are the last hope to free Phillip so that he can awaken Aurora. This movie is a great...
read moreUpcoming Wendy’s Already Hiring!
You will have to close your eyes and imagine your frosty and fries, but Wendy’s is coming to Sulphur Springs. Wendy’s will be setting up shop in one of the prime locations on the north side of I-30. Dirt is all that’s going on at the site, with one exception. A banner has been placed, encouraging folks to apply for jobs at the restaurant. If interested apply online at Wendy’s
read moreI-30 And Broadway Construction Continues!
Construction workers are painting more lines on Broadway and are continuing the sidewalk work. Traffic delays may occur again today, especially during lunch hours. For more updates about Construction and traffic delays stay tuned in to KSSTradio.com
read moreLa Victoria Carnicera Mercado Opening Delay!
La Victoria Carnicera Mercado had a small delay and was not able to open Monday morning! The new open date will be Wednesday, July 15th! Everyone come to this fantastic Mexican market and get your fresh produce, and freshly baked tortillas! Also come and enjoy the small indoor Taqueria. You’ll be glad you did!
read moreUpdate on Moms Runaway Turkey!
Here is an update on a previously published Turkey Related post. Last month Mom located the nest of one of our hen turkeys. She had laid a clutch of eggs out by the road. We brought her and her eggs up to the house for safety. At the time, we would never have expected the eggs to be fertile. Yesterday, July 12 after coming home from a family reunion, we went in the house and relaxed for a bit. After a few hours we ventured outside to check on all the animals. Once we got outside we noticed the other turkeys were gathered around the chicken...
read moreSaturday July 11th Events!
This Saturday, Celebration City has a full schedule to make sure everyone has a wonderful time! Starting at 8 am, Sunrise Market will be on the plaza with fresh produce, farm fresh eggs, preserves, canned goods, baked goods, plants and more. This event will be closing down at 12 pm. So hurry on up! Carter Blood Care bus will be parked along the north side of the plaza from 2 pm – 8 pm. The weekly Celebration Market will be open from 6 pm – 10 pm with handmade/homemade arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment from a...
read moreLa Victoria Carnicera Mercado Opening Soon
Monday, July 13th a spicy addition to Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County will be open for business. La Victoria Carnicera Mercado is a Mexican market opening soon. Paired with the original location in Rockwall, TX, this store occupies the old Fix-n-Feed location on South Broadway. This market includes a small indoor Taquería, a variety of produce, bakery, and freshly baked tortillas. Online reviews reflect positively on this business. Workers are diligently stocking shelves getting ready for the Grand Opening. Everyone is welcome to visit...
read moreFamily Trapped After SUV Crash in Eastern Hopkins County
A family driving from California and headed for Atlanta, was involved in a single car accident Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred on I-30 in eastern Hopkins County. The SUV drifted into the grassy median and traveled several hundred feet before hitting a concrete and cast iron drain. The vehicle’s bumper and various plastic parts were torn from the chassis. The vehicle continued to race further down the median toward a creek-bed. With the concrete barrier on the left, and metal guardrail of the right, the vehicle plunged...
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