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Garry Ray Strickland
Funeral services for Garry Ray Strickland, age 64, of Commerce, TX will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at West Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. David Burns officiating. Interment will follow at Brashear Cemetery with Danny Pompa, Jeff Strickland, Cody Tally, Delbert Miller, David Petty and Jeff Miller serving as pallbearers. Paul Garrett and Kade Millsap serving as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, March 25, 2024 at West Oaks Funeral Home. Garry passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his home. He was born on September 5 th 1959 in Commerce. TX, the son of Delton Strickland and Mary Lawler. Garry was a member of Brashear Baptist Church.
As Local Couple Plans Eclipse Skydive, FAA Warns of Impact to Air Travel on April 8th
March 23, 2024 – The Federal Aviation Administration is warning travelers and pilots the total solar eclipse in April could snarl air traffic, especially at airports located in what is known as the path of totality. Hundreds of airports are either located in the path totality or are close enough in proximity to service aviators interested in the phenomenon. The FAA bulletin includes major airports such as Dallas-Fort Worth International, Indianapolis International and Cleveland International. Local skydiving couple, Marc and Cassi McGahee plan to skydive with friends during the eclipse in the Gladewater area. Dedicated and seasoned skydivers with thousands of jumps, the McGahees chose Gladewater as a safer alternative since East Texas Skydiving already have a dedicated drop zone for skydivers.
Paris District Road Report for week of March 25, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 25, 2024. 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 approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Second Cup of Coffee With Guests Dr. Steeber and Lucas Janda Filmed March 19, 2024
March 22, 2024 – Time for a new segment of A Second Cup of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey. On this segment, conducted on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, John Mark visited with Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber and Sulphur Springs ISD Financial Advisor Lucas Janda. They discussed such topics as the 2024 Sulphur Springs ISD Bond, the upcoming vote, some of the achievements of the Sulphur Springs ISD students, and more. Be sure to check it out. A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey is provided by KSST and Cable Channel 18.
Sulphur Springs High School One Act Play Wins District
March 22, 2024 – The Sulphur Springs High School Theatre Department, with their 2024 UIL One Act Play, earned District Champions! They received first place for their performance of Failure: A Love Story from all three judges! Individual awards included: Aspen Mayhew as “Outstanding Performer”, Aiden Woodard and Talley Brown as “All Star Cast”, Oliver Falter earned “Honorable Mention ASC”, and Sebastion Hernandez earned “All Star Crew”.
Meet the School Board Candidates
March 22, 2024 – The School Board Candidates have been invited to attend the Franklin County Republican Party County Convention on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in the Cultural Arts Center (100 Rusk St., Mt. Vernon) for an Informal Meet and Greet during the 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Lunch Break. This will be a great opportunity for the public to speak with them about their plans if elected.
Lady Cats Take on Pleasant Grove March 26th in Softball
The Sulphur Springs High School Lady Cats take on Pleasant Grove in Softball Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Lady Cat Park in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Tune in to KSST, 1230AM, for a live broadcast. You can also catch the game, live, streaming on KSST’s YouTube Channel. We will also video the gave for playback later on Cable Channel 18. The game is scheduled to start at 6:00pm March 26th! Be sure to tune in! Copies of the game will be available for purchase on DVD at a later date and time. Just call KSST at 903-885-3111 to place your order.
Virtual East Texas Pasture Management Program Set for April 5
March 22, 2024 – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a virtual East Texas Pasture Management Program on April 5. The April 5 virtual East Texas Pasture Management Program will focus on topics related to beef and forage production. The online program will run from 8:30 a.m.-3...
Lynda Griggs
A Celebration of Life for Lynda Griggs, age, 79, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at a later date. Lynda passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. The online register can be...
Samuel Christopher Sapaugh
Services for Samuel Christopher Sapaugh, 61, will be held on two different dates. The visitation will be Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm, located at Hope Family Fellowship Church on 434 Jefferson St. Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. His celebration of life will be on Saturday, May 4, 2024,...
Aurora “Dona Maria” Perez
Funeral Mass for Aurora “Dona Maria” Perez, age 76, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 23, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church with Father Victor Hernandez officiating. Humberto Gonzalez, Eddie Perez, Juan Perez, Koby Perez, Caden Perez and Freddie Camacho will be.
Vickie Jean Erwin Palmer
Vickie Jean Erwin Palmer, age 82, of Mount Vernon, Texas passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Vickie was born on August 21, 1941, in Sweetwater, Texas to Thadeus Jeff and Dixie (Durden) Erwin. She married Garland Palmer on December 21, 1962, in Odessa, Texas. Vickie worked as a beautician and was a homemaker.
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church Announces Holy Week Schedule
March 21, 2024 – As Holy Week approaches, starting this Sunday, March 24th with Palm Sunday, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Sulphur Springs announces their schedule for this last week of Lent. All services will take place at 1206 College Street in Sulphur Springs. Sunday, March 24: Palm...
Gilmer Couple Arrested with Drugs, Charged with Endangering Children
March 21, 2024 – A Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy was on patrol in Como and noticed a car traveling down a dead in street just after 1am early Thursday morning. A records check of the license plate of the vehicle returned registration from Gilmer, Tx. The officer initiated a traffic stop as the suspicious vehicle seemed to be lost in it’s travels. Upon making contact with the driver, the officer noticed the driver appeared to be under the influence of a possible narcotic. A records check of the driver also revealed an active Parole warrant. The officer asked the driver for consent to search the vehicle, and was denied consent to search. A female passenger and her three young children were asked to exit the vehicle and complied. A K-9 deputy was requested to the scene, and the canine quickly alerted on the vehicle. A search was conducted on the vehicle and a glass pipe of the kind commonly used to smoke methamphetamine was found in the glove box. Deputies also located a crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine in the center console. The driver, Joseph Dalton Dodson, age 30, was arrested as well as the adult passenger, Renee Leigh Dodson, age 28. Both suspects showed Gilmer addresses. The three young children were transported to the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office and released to a family friend per Child Protective Services request.
Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church Wants the Public to Know Sanctuary Doors to be Open Good Friday
March 20, 2024 – On Good Friday, March 29, the doors to the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church, one block north of downtown Sulphur Springs at 301 Church Street, will be open for quiet meditation and individual prayer from 8 am to 3 pm. All are welcome. Stephen Ministers will be there to greet those coming to pray.
Sulphur Springs Middle School Students Shine as Spotlight Award Winners
March 20, 2024 – Richard Kirby, a counselor from Sulphur Springs Middle School, reached out to KSST with the following info and pictures about some amazing SSMS students. Please check out these students as KSST continues our Salute to Excellence. 8th grade spotlight award winners for the 3rd nine...
Consumer Alert: Tax Scams Are on The Rise
March 20, 2024 – The IRS recently warned that financial scams are on the rise, especially during tax season. Reduce your risk of becoming a target by staying alert and knowing what to watch for. Spotting the most common tax scams. Scammers may contact you via phone, email, text...
Jean Strickland
Funeral Service for Emma Jean Spencer Strickland, age 103, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 22, 2024 at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Peter McNabb officiating. Steve Morello, Korey Baley, Bob Hanley, Christopher Gee, Kyle Burney, Alex Burney, Zach Burney, and Spencer Hodge will be serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Armando Rios, Ronny Jones, and Sam Fountain. There will be a visitation.
CHRISTUS Health: Spring is Here and so is Allergy Season
March 19, 2024 – (EAST TEXAS) – This week marks the official start to spring, and as warmer begins to settle in, the season brings with it an unwanted guest: allergies. More than 25% of Americans – approximately 80 million people — suffer from seasonal allergies, which can range from a mild nuisance to a near-debilitating issue, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Larry Bassham
Funeral Service for Larry Bassham, age 81, of Overton, TX will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX with Pastor Roger Bynog, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Sulphur Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. before the service. Serving as pallbearers will be Bill Bassham, Jr., Brett Bassham, James Bassham, Jr., Barry Bassham, Ricky Williams, Joey Williams, Bryan Williams, Mark Bassham, and Tony Williams. Mr. Bassham passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024 at Christus Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, TX.
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