United Way Distributes Additional Funds Raised Over the 2020 Campaign Goal To Local Groups
Hopkins County United Way on Friday, June 24, 2022, distributed $53,689.64 in additional funds raised over the 2020 campaign goal of $150,000 to local groups. “We are so excited to be able to give back to the organizations so much more,” said HCUW 2022-2023 President Kristy Moseley. She and Mike Horne, who chaired the 2020-2021 campaign, expressed thanks to the generous people of Hopkins County, whose contributions to the...
4 Jailed Thursday In Hopkins County On Felony Warrants
Four people were jailed Thursday in Hopkins County this week on felony warrants, according to arrest and jail reports. Krystal Lee Wilson Sulphur Springs Police Officer Victor Reyna responded at the Child Protective Services office on College Street, where a woman suspected to have a warrant for her arrest was located Thursday afternoon, June 23, 2022. Krystal Lee Wilson was located and a Wood County warrant confirmed. The 37-year-old...
Traffic Stop Yields 1 Arrest For Having Marijuana And A Gun
A traffic stop yielded one arrest after marijuana and a gun were found, according to arrest reports. Jamarie Latrell McIntyre Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Elijah Fite reported detaining the driver of a 2017 blue Ford Mustang Coupe after observing him commit a traffic violation at 11:22 a.m. June 23, 2022, on FM 900 south at Interstate 30 east. When the driver rolled down the passenger’s side window as Fite...
Truck Driver Arrested On Interstate 30 On A Reckless Driving Charge
A truck driver was arrested on Interstate 30 on a reckless driving charge Thursday afternoon, according to arrest reports. Cumby Police Officer Justin Talley was alerted a westbound 18-wheeler had been reported to county dispatchers for reckless driving, specifically driving with three blown tires that were emitting sparks as it continued on Interstate 30 toward Cumby. Talley reported seeing the white Freightliner Cascadia just after...
Obituary – Coy “Cowboy” Vicars
Coy “Cowboy” Vicars A funeral service for Coy “Cowboy” Vicars, age 83, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2022,at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Rev. Ed Lantz officiating. Interment will follow at Tira Cemetery with Aiden Brown, Brayden Brown, Kyle Jones, Brad Dodd, Dakota Robertson and Mark Davenport serving as pallbearers and Jimmy Anderson and Chandlyn Brown serving as honorary...
Supreme Court Order Overturns Roe v. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court today (Friday, June 24, 2022) issued an order to overturn Roe v. Wade, the case that made abortion constitutionally legal 50 years ago. US Attorney General Merrick B. Garland According to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, the Justice Department will work to protect and advance reproductive freedom. The agency will protect providers and those seeking abortions in states where it is legal, but will stand by...
Obituary – Paul Matthews
Paul Matthews Memorial service for Paul Matthews, age 58, of Como, Texas, will be held at a later date. Mr. Matthews passed away on June 19, 2022, at Christus Mother Frances – Tyler. Paul was born on July 4, 1963, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Bruce and Jamie (Taylor) Matthews. He worked for Ocean Spray for 35 years as a machine operator and forklift driver. Paul loved the outdoors and searching for artifacts, but he loved his kids...
Sulphur Springs Native Verifies Missile System Pre-Fire Checks Aboard USS Benfold
Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Zachary G. Whitley of Sulphur Springs, Texas, aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Arthur Rosen) PHILIPPINE SEA (June 16, 2022) — Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Zachary G. Whitley of Sulphur Springs, Texas, verifies all Vertical Missile System (VLS) pre-fire checks aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS...
Upcoming Senior Citizens Center Events: Medicare Choices Class, 42 Tournament
If your age 55 or older and looking for something to do, be sure to stop by the Senior Citizens Center. There’s always something going on there, from activities and fitness exercises to valuable educational sessions. In addition to special annual favorites and special events, there are weekly and monthly programs offered as well. Medicare Information Session This Friday, June, 24, at 11 a.m. “Medicare Choices with the...
Cassandra “Cassie” Devin (Gaddis) Cavaliere
Cassie Gaddis Cavalier Funeral services for Cassandra “Cassie” Devin (Gaddis) Cavaliere, age 35, of Jenks, Oklahoma, will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022, at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Billy Walker officiating. A private family burial will follow. Pallbearers will be Phillip Cavaliere, Andrew Bell, Skylar Long, Peytin Long, Donny Gaddis, and Dubby Henton. A visitation will be held at 9 a.m., prior to the...
