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Joseph Lyndon Tucker
On February 17th, 2024, Joseph Lyndon Tucker died in Sulphur Springs, TX of complications from pneumonia and heart disease. Born on January 15, 1945 in Corpus Christi, TX to Billy Joe and Edna Irene Tucker. Joe is survived by his children with first wife Jessie Tucker, Jolynn (Rich) Anderson, Jason (Alisa) Tucker, Jessica (Jon) Torolski, Jennifer Tucker and Jacqueline (Bryan) Biller, and Grandchildren Brody, Jacob, Walker, Kala, Jordan, Emery, and loving sisters Cynthia and Julia.
Republican Primary Ballot Propositions
February 20, 2024 – Republicans will have 13 ballot propostions to consider during the upcoming March 5th primary election. These ballot propostions are NOT legally binding, but just a way to gauge the consensus of Texas Republicans during this election on a range of topics. The following is a list of the 13 propositions that Republicans can answer on the ballot to give their opinion on topics ranging from taxes, border security, immigration and school vouchers. Early voting is now open by public appearance at 128G Jefferson St., in Sulphur Springs. Election day is Tuesday, March 5th.
Big Changes Going on at CANHelp in Sulphur Springs
February 20, 2024 – If you are like me, you stop by CANHelp in Sulphur Springs at least once a week. It’s part of my routine. I find treasures, and I help people in Hopkins County at the same time. Win-Win. You have probably noticed some big changes...
Cleveland Odell McQueen
A funeral service for Cleveland McQueen will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor W. Scott Pannell officiating. Interment will follow the service at Restlawn Memorial Park. Cleveland (Cleve) Odell McQueen was born June 18th, 1934, in Hillsboro Texas to...
A&M-Commerce Elevating Music Education with New School of Music Designation
February 19, 2024 – COMMERCE, TX—The Texas A&M University-Commerce Department of Music is elevating its status to become the School of Music, effective September 1, 2024. Approval to change the department’s designation was granted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) in January 2024. While the...
Buster Jenkins
Memorial Service for Buster Jenkins, Sr., age 70, of Lone Oak, TX will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Murray Orwosky Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX. Bro. Robert Cook will officiate. Mr. Jenkins passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024 in Greenville, TX. Ernest Buster...
Early Voting Starts Tomorrow For March 5th Primary
February 19, 2024 – Registered voters in Hopkins County can early vote by personal appearance starting on Tuesday February 20, 2024 for the March 5th Primary. Early Voting is being held at 128G Jefferson Street, in Justice of the Peace #2 Courtroom. Hours will be 8am to 5pm. Early voting for this primary ends March 1, 2024.
Reta Jane Turner
Reta Jane Turner, 89, of Sherman, TX, a woman of faith, strength, and independence, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of February 16, 2024. Born on March 6, 1934 in Matthews, MO, to Richard Bradford Pearcy and Geneva Eulala Phillips, Reta was the eldest of four sisters – Marty, Sherma and Pat, and a brother – Richard (Dickey Lynn). She graduated from Bonham High School in 1951, and quickly found her calling as a nurse, graduating from Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Dallas in 1954. She went to work as an RN at Methodist Hospital, followed by Children’s Medical Center, and was the Head Nurse at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas when John F. Kennedy was assassinated. She returned to college to receive her BSN from The University of Texas at Arlington, followed by her master’s degree in nursing administration. She became a Hospital Administrator, until she retired (the first time) in 2004. She held various roles in hospitals when she came out of retirement, and ultimately became a Consultant for ASD Management, where she oversaw over half a dozen surgical centers. She retired (for the third and final time) at the age of 86.
Calvin Ray Cash
Funeral Service for Calvin Ray Cash, age 62, of Sulphur Springs, TX will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Tapp Funeral Home, Sulphur Springs, TX. Serving as pallbearers will be Cameron Horton, Jeremy Hall, Ennis Franklin, Joshua Cash, Ivan Wright and Vincent Davis. Honorary pallbearers will include Robert Franklin, Olan Wyane Nash and Pete Nash. Mr. Cash passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at his home in Sulphur Springs, TX.
Audrey ‘Sonny’ Wilemon
Audrey, age 88, was born in Hopkins County to Bill and Sybil (Gregory) Wilemon. He is survived by his son, Milton Wilemon, sister Vickie Crouch, and brother, Kenny Wilemon. He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Opal Wilemon, his sister, Virginia (Sissie) Hanson, his son, William (Willie) Wilemon, and his former wife Ellen Jones.
Results of the School Bond Poll
February 19, 2024 – KSST published a poll last week and encouraged residents to voice their opinions on the May 4, 2024 SSISD School Bond election. Click here to find out more about the Bond Election from the official site. It seems that within this poll:. Almost all respondents...
Trinity Harvest to Host a Praise and Worship Concert April 5, 2024
Trinity Harvest, located at 1150 Shannon Road East, Sulphur Springs, Texas, will host the next Praise and Worship Concert April 5th, 2024. The event will feature Stephen McWhirter. Tickets are $10 each.
Paris District Road Report for Week of February 19, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 19, 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.
Shoplifting Investigation Reveals Slew of Other Charges
February 17, 2024 – Sulphur Springs Police were dispatched to a local retailer on Broadway Friday afternoon as a suspect was being questioned by asset protection officers at the store. The suspect, Mitchelle Remon Williamson, was being detained for theft of $169.75 worth of merchandise as he had passed the last point of sale without paying for that merchandise. Williamson, age 40, was subsequently searched by SSPD and a firearm was found on his person. The firearm was collected from the Quitman man as evidence of a Misdeamanor Charge of Unlawful Carry of a Firearm. Williamson was placed under arrest and transported to the Hopkins County Jail. During the book in process, a further intake search was made and a clear plastic baggie containing what was determined to be methamphetamine was found on his person, as well as 28 cards, debit cards, and ID cards that were not in the subject’s name. The subsequent search earned the shoplifter two additional charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1/1B >=1G<4G, and Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information, both of which are felonies.
Suspect Charged with Murder in Another Suspected Fentanyl Death
February 16, 2024 – Tyler Bromley, 26, of Rockwall was booked into the Hopkins County Jail and is being held on $1 million bond for first degree felony murder charge stemming from a recent fentanyl overdose. Bromley is suspected of supplying the drugs laced with fentanyl that caused the death in the overdose. A new Texas law signed September 1, 2023 allows anyone who supplies fentanyl that results in a death to be charged with murder.
Kerri Burgin
Memorial Service for Kerri Burgin, age 55, of Brashear, TX will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Myra Wilson Chapel in Sulphur Springs City Cemetery with Buddy Wiggins officiating. Mrs. Burgin passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 in Plano, TX.
Chamber Banquet Award Recipients
February 16, 2024 – Another sell out crowd attended this year’s 97th Annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet. Well deserving recipients received the following awards:. Caregiver of the Year – Jerry Pritchett. Growth and Renewal Award – Main Street Theater. Ambassador of the Year...
Survey: Bond Proposal Vote in May 2024
February 16, 2024 – A brief survey is available to provide feedback for the upcoming Bond Proposal vote on May 4, 2024. This survey is provided by KSST and is not affiliated in any way with any school district or other institution. A link to the official ‘Bond Facts...
Jennings Family Members Get Caught Allegedly Hiding Fugitive
February 16, 2024 – As the investigation continues into the automobile theft case reported by KSST News in early January, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputies made thier way to a residence on County Road 2300 to serve a felony warrant on Everett Jennings. . Deputies knocked on the door and...
Hopkins County Records – February 2024
LJ Martin Ranch LLC to Carmen Maria Cornejo and David Gerardo Cornejo; Tract in the F Marrs Survey. Jared Robinson, Megan Self, and Shalia Self to Lavania Glenette Self; Tract in the Francis Hopkins Survey. Eleven One Homes Series LLC to Diosdado Properties LLC; Tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin...
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