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Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Harris County to Stop New Unlawful “Guaranteed Income” Scheme
Paxton Says It Violates Texas Supreme Court’s Previous Ruling. September 20, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Harris County Commissioners Court for attempting to restart its unlawful “guaranteed income” program despite being ordered to halt all similar cash disbursements in a virtually identical case.
County Extension Agent Mario Villarino Visited with John Mark Dempsey on this Second Cup of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Texas A&M AgriLife County Extension Agent Mario Villarino-Gutierrez sat down and had a chat with John Mark. The two discussed army worms, 4-H, pesticides, and more. Be sure to check it out below.
Foreign Farmland Ownership From Master Gardener David Wall
September 19, 2024 – Foreign ownership of U.S. agriculture appears to be a two-fold problem. First there’s the ownership of companies processing agriculture products. For example, China owns Smithfield, our largest pork producer. Many pesticides are produced by foreign countries, and forcing them to comply with our regulations is difficult at best. Legislation is lacking, because Congress is loath to interfere for fear that any new law will hurt rather than help American farmers. Then, when considering legislation, congressional personnel are subject to strong lobbying. As a result, Congress seldom passes laws to help farmers over foreign interests.
Ginger Sue Russell
Ginger Sue Russell, age 64, of Ft. Worth, Texas, passed away Tuesday night, September 17, 2024. Born on November 18, 1959, as the fourth of five children. She carried on her mother’s artistic nature while being an interactive parent and loyal wife. She is often described as having a nice/warm parenting style. Ginger and William married in 1995 and raised 7 children. She loved to spend her time sewing, coloring, listening to music and building a tasteful collection of various items.
Christus Health Will Offer Flu Shots September 24th at the Senior Citizens Activity Center
September 19, 2024 – Christus Health will provide free flu shots Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The flu shots will be available beginning at 11:00am. There will be a limited amount. First come first serve. Christus Health will be providing these flu shots at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Activity Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Mustard Beer is Here
September 19, 2024 – If you are planning to visit the Texas State fair this year, and your plans include the obligatory stop for a Corny Dog, you have a new beverage option to consider. Introducing Fletcher’s Original Corny Dogs Mustard Beer! Yup, exactly what the fair needed, mustard...
What to Expect During a Mammogram
September 19, 2024 – Sulphur Springs, TX – Have you had a bad mammogram experience? Or maybe you have never had a mammogram. To encourage all women to get an annual mammogram, the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation wants to dispel the fear of mammograms. “We all know...
Texas Farm Credit Makes Biscuits
September 19, 2024 – Employees of Texas Farm Credit of Sulphur Springs and other area branches all gathered at the Senior Activity Center Wednesday morning to help Meal-A-Day. Meal-A-Day receives fresh produce and other bulk item from the Texas Food Bank each week. Breaking those commodities down so they...
Paxton Touts NCP Choices Program: Surpasses $1 Billion in Child Support Collections
September 19, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that an Office of the Attorney General Child Support program designed to support career development for noncustodial parents known as the NCP Choices Program has surpassed the $1 billion mark in child support collections from program participants. This milestone highlights the program’s effectiveness in assisting noncustodial parents (“NCP”) with fulfilling their child support obligations through career development and improved job opportunities.
Archie Bell
Memorial service for Archie Bell, age 76, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Lake Highlands Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Perry Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Mr. Bell passed away at his home on Tuesday,...
Hans Bos
Funeral Service for Hans Bos, age 42, of Saltillo, Texas will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, Texas with Earl Gregory officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mr. Bos passed...
When and How to Report Terroristic Threats in Schools
September 18, 2024 – Lake Country Crime Stoppers releases helpful information for students, parents, and school staff on how to identify and report terroristic threats to schools. The information shared by Lake County Crime Stoppers details what could constitute a valid threat, reminding everyone that “no threat is a...
A&M-Commerce Offers New Competency-Based Degrees
September 18, 2024 – The College of Innovation and Design (CID) at Texas A&M-Commerce has announced two new competency-based bachelor’s degree programs. Both degrees aim to help working professionals enhance their careers and transform their lives. The undergraduate programs in city planning and human resource development continue CID’s...
DPS Offers Saturday Driver License Appointments in September
September 17, 2024 – AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is adding Saturday appointments at select driver license offices statewide through the end of September. Participating offices—located in all regions of Texas—will be open for half days each Saturday through the end of the month...
HUD Expands Housing Counseling Services to More Americans
The Department celebrates Housing Counseling by introducing new initiatives, including a partnership with Zillow, and the use of virtual methods to broaden access and reach more Americans seeking housing assistance. WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a series of new actions to expand housing...
A chat with SSISD Superintendent Dr. Steeber on this Episode of A Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had a visit from Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Dr. Deana Steeber. John Mark and Dr. Steeber talked about such subjects as false threats on social media, school safety procedures, how school officials learn about false threats on Social Media, and so much more. Give the segment a viewing and learn what the school district is doing for student safety.
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