Choose your location
KSST Radio
Solar Eclipse: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Event?
March 19, 2024 – For most of us, this April 8th will provide an opportunity to be front and center of what may be a once-in-a-lifetime event. A total solar eclipse is a rare event, recurring somewhere on Earth every 18 months on average. It is estimated to recur at any given location only every 360–410 years on average. That data makes Sulphur Springs a very rare place for a very rare occurence as our tiny town sits in the very center of the path allowing for even longer eclipse time. The sun will be completely covered by the moon for a total of four minutes and 21 seconds which is very near the longest amount of total darkness on the eclipse path. A location in Mexico tops the list at 4:28, but nearby Dallas, which is outside the centerline gets only 3:51 of total darkness.
Caitlin Baxley
Memorial Service for Caitlin Baxley, age 33, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 starting at 2pm at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX. Caitlin passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 in Tyler, TX. Caitlin Denise Baxley was born on October 26, 1990...
PJC Holding In-Person And Online Presidential Candidate Forums
March 19, 2024 – Three finalists for Paris Junior College president will appear at public forums both in-person and online Wednesday through Friday, March 20-22. The three presidential finalists are Dr. Stephen Michael Benson, Dr. Joel Michaelis, and Dr. Kevin Rose. Public forums for faculty, staff, students, and the public will be held in-person and online at 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. in the PJC Math and Science Building, Room 101 for Dr. Rose on Wednesday, March 20, Dr. Michaelis on Thursday, March 21, and Dr. Benson on Friday, March 22.
James Murray “Jimmie” Dodd
Funeral Service for James Murray “Jimmie” Dodd, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024 at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX with Bro. C.R. Chapman officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Sterling Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. just prior to the service at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home. Serving as Pallbearers will be Joe Hooten, Caleb Leija, Randy Hopper, Brandon Hopper, Jerry Chapman, and Gene Mattison. Honorary Pallbearers will include Claude Chapman, Eugene Clark, and John Hoskins.
Important Days Worth Making Note of as March Comes to an End
March 18, 2024 – A couple of important days worth making note of as March 2024 comes to an end include the following. Monday, March 25th, 2024, is National Medal of Honor Day, honoring service and sacrifice, established by Congress to “foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor Recipients.” The first National Medal of Honor Day was celebrated on March 25, 1991.
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 3-11-2024 – 3-17-2024
ALVAREZ,MARIA, 54 years of age, of Winnsboro, TX, was arrested on 3-14-2024 for TAMPER FABRICATE PHYSICAL EVID W/INTENT TO IMPAIR, POSS CS PG 1/1-B>=1G<4G. STROUD,RENEE 50 years of age, of PRESCOTT VALLEY, TN, was arrested on 3-12-2024 for DISORDERLY CONDUCT, EVADING ARREST DETENTION. Calls for Service:. The Winnsboro Police Department...
Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
March 18, 2024 – The frenzy continues about the upcoming solar eclipse with Sulphur Springs being in the centerline pathway for April 8th. Many are making plans on how to capitalize or avoid the huge crowds of folks that will make their way into Hopkins County to experience the eclipse with a little longer total darkness by being in the centerline.
Free Cone Day is Back at Dairy Queen!
For one day only, Tuesday, March 19th, Dairy Queen will be giving away one small plain cone to each customer at local Dairy Queen restaurants. Free Cone Day has become an anticipated annual tradition for DQ restaurants in Texas, symbolizing the arrival of warmer weather and the joy of indulging in delicious frozen treats. This year, DQ restaurants in Texas will share smiles and sweetness with a free small plain cone at participating Dairy Queen restaurants on Tuesday, March 19, the first official day of Spring.
Randy Potter
Graveside service for Randy Potter, age 74, of Brashear, TX will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Brashear Cemetery with Bro. David Burns officiating. A visitation will be held from 12:30 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at Tapp Funeral Home, prior to the service. Mr. Potter passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at his home.
Coffee Grounds in Your Garden Soil From Master Gardener David Wall
March 17, 2024 – Many of you use your “used” coffee grounds for fertilizer in your gardens. You like the results but have to experiment to find the best way to do so. Used coffee grounds for fertilizer is not exactly a new idea. Additionally, many of you put coffee grounds in your compost piles where it mixes with other organic contents, eventually resulting in great soil additives.
Paris District Road Report for Week of March 18, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 18, 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.
Christus Health: Importance of Pulmonary Rehab for Lung Patients
March 15, 2024 – (SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is championing the importance of rehabilitation programs for lung patients in recognition of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week. Initiated by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week aims to educate the community about the role of...
A Second Cup of Coffee with Guest Steve Killian from Cooper Lake from March 12th
March 15, 2024 – In another interview with Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian on A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey, John Mark and Steve discuss such topics as the upcoming eclipse, the need for volunteers, the changing of the seasons, and more. Be sure to check out the segment filmed at the KSST studios on March 12, 2024, below!
Russell Irvin Davis
Memorial Service for Russell Irvin Davis “RD”, age 79, of Cumby, TX will be conducted at 10:00 a.m.,. Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Community Lighthouse Baptist Church with Pastor Terry Ratliff officiating. Russell passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on March 11, 2024. Russell...
Dinner Bell Menu For March 20, 2024
The Sojourners Sunday School class at the First United Methodist Church was organized in the early 2000’s from the former Gleaners Class that disbanded when the members became empty nesters! Meeting in the parlor the class members remain dedicated to each other and their concerns. However they do give freely of their time, talents and financial resources to the many projects and programs of the First United Methodist Church.
Chamber Connection – March 13th
March 14, 2024 – Last call for Total Solar Eclipse meetings! The Chamber, City of SS, and emergency management are hosting three informational meetings on Wednesday, March 20, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. These will be the final meetings that the Chamber will host before the Total...
Bertha Faye Fountain
Bertha Fountain was born on February 4, 1957, to the parents of Robert White and Marvette Wright. She married L.G. Fountain in October 1976. To this union they had three sons Tyrone Fountain (Brenda) of Mount Vernon, Texas; Randall Fountain (La-Tanya) of Sulphur Springs, Texas, and Brandall Fountain. She had one sister, Paulett Noble: three brothers, Andrew Wright, Lynn White, and Jim White all of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Brandall Fountain, Mckaylyn Fountain; one great grandson, Zayde De’onte Fountain and a host of nieces and nephews. She was a faithful member of Bookman Temple C.O.G.I.C in Mount Vernon Texas. She enjoyed fishing, attending church and scratching lottery tickets. Bertha was outgoing and loved her family. She attended Sulphur Springs High School. She was preceded in death by her dad, Robert White, mother, Marvette Wright and son, Brandall Fountain. The visitation will be held March 15, 2024, at Green Leaf Mortuary 200 Putman Street Sulphur Springs, Texas from 12pm-5pm and the Celebration Service will be held March 16, 2024, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church 3869 FM 2297 Sulphur Springs, Texas at 11:00am.
Second Cup of Coffee With Guest Steve Killian Conducted March 12th
Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent Steve Killian sat down with John Mark Dempsey on KSST’s A Second Cup of Coffee with John Mark Dempsey. They chatted about such topics as the upcoming eclipse, Luck of the Irish Archery Shoot event for St. Patrick’s Day, The Levy Walk, and more. Be sure to check it out below!
Cindy Hill
Funeral Service for Cindy Hill, age 75, of Winnsboro, TX will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Greenpond Baptist Church, Como, TX with Rev. Terry Bolton officiating. Interment will follow at Como Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. before the service. Serving as...
KSST Radio
12K+
Posts
35M+
Views
News, Weather, Sports for Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County Texas.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.