Stolen Tractor Near Accident Results in Arrest of Sulphur Springs Man
When a tractor almost hit a vehicle on Spur 71 in Sulphur Springs, Hopkins County Deputies were called. Upon arriving near the scene of the near accident, the deputy found a tractor parked in the middle of the roadway. William Pearce Ewton, 44, of Sulphur Springs was attempting to drive the tractor. The Deputy stated that it was obvious Ewton was under the influence of something. The deputy invited Sulphur Springs Police to assist. It...
Willie Reedy “Billie” Wilson
Funeral services for Willie R. “Billie” Wilson, age 88, of Sulphur Springs will be conducted on Friday, October 14, 2016 at Killeen Cemetery in Killeen, TX with Bro. Jack Husung officiating. Pallbearers will be Robert Tyler, Robert Alleman, Jed Massenge and Daniel De Santiago. There will be no formal visitation. Billie passed away on October 4, 2016 at her residence. She was born on January 8, 1928 in Paducah, TX, the daughter of...
Lady Cats Defeat Greenville, Tie School Record for Wins in a Season
The Lady Cats’ volleyball team tied the school record for victories in a season Tuesday evening as they defeated Greenville on the road, 3-0. Score was 25-23, 25-12 and 25-12. Lady Cats Coach Justin Maness called it a big win that sets the team up well for the playoffs. He said the offense flowed against the Lady Lions and the Lady Cats also served well Mieke VanBenthem and Kaylee Jefferson led the Lady Cats with 9 kills each....
Stew Tickets Are Now On Sale
Stew tickets are officially on sale! Tickets to the 47th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Saturday, October 22nd, are on sale at all local banks and at the Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are $5.00 for All-You-Can-Eat Stew. Tickets will also be available for purchase the day of the event beginning that morning at the four designated ticket tents. Get ready to #DoTheStew!
Perry Wayne Evans
Funeral services for Perry Wayne Evans, age 52, of Sulphur Springs, have been set for 2:00PM, Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Sulphur Bluff High School Gymnasium with Rev. Shane Carrington officiating. Visitation will be fromm 6:00 to 8:00PM on Wednesday, October 12 at Tapp Funeral Home. Serving as pallbearers will be Garry Davison, Tarry Davison, Tim Lane, Marshall Moore, Charles Wright, Bill Hemby, Justin Goldsmith and Mark...
Winnsboro Police Report October 3-10
Winnsboro Police made five arrests, responded to 140 calls for service, while issuing 53 citations and 44 warnings during the October 3 through October 10, 2016 reporting period. Arrested were: Nikolas Rakich, 20, of Winnsboro on a warrant, October 4 Justin Gillis, 29, of Winnsboro, on a Wood County warrant, October 6 Crystal Sims, 30, of Houston on a Hopkins County warrant, October 6 Timothy Prestridge, 29, of Shreveport, on a City...
Funeral Services Set for Accident Victim Perry Evans
A visitation for Mr. Perry Evans will be held Wednesday, October 12, at Tapp Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, October 13, in the Sulphur Bluff ISD Gymnasium. Mr. Evans passed away as the result of a school bus accident early Monday morning on State Highway 19N in Hopkins County. He was a Special Education teacher and bus driver. He had retired as a teacher in the Sulphur Bluff ISD....
Hopkins County United Way Seeks to Finish Strong
The second report meeting for Hopkins County United Way Fund Campaign “Finish Strong” found at total of $30,943.50 donated toward the $165,000 goal. Campaign workers meet Tuesday at the Texas Agrilife Extension Office on Houston Street. Their next meeting is Tuesday, October 18, at 9:30 a.m. Additional members added to the 100% Club include: Audley Moore and Sons Hall Oil Co. Feeder Supply Ardis Dance Pawn Shop Gloria Mitchell...
