Sulphur Springs Man Reportedly Arrested On At Least 4th DWI Charge
Timmy Lynn Clark A faulty license plate light lead to a traffic stop and eventually the arrest of a 41-year-old Sulphur Springs man early Sunday morning on a fourth driving while intoxicated charge, according to arrest reports. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Lance Burdick alleged he could smell alcohol on Timmy Lynn Clark as he spoke to him, after stopping him for the equipment violation on the Chevrolet Cobalt he was driving...
Success for Jayden Holly at the Texas Amateur Athletics Federation “Games of Texas” in July 2019
Jayden with medals earned during her two years with Texas Amateur Athletics Federation Although she has many family members and friends in the area, Miss Jayden Holly will be entering the Sulphur Springs School District for the first time in the Fall as a student athlete. In a follow up story on Jayden’s trip to the Texas Amateur Athletics Federation Games this summer where she participated in shotput and discus, here is her...
HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDIES IN EL PASO, TEXAS, AND DAYTON, OHIO
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Our Nation mourns with those whose loved ones were murdered in the tragic shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, and we share in the pain and suffering of all those who were injured in these two senseless attacks. We condemn these hateful and cowardly acts. Through our grief, America stands united with the people of El Paso and Dayton. May God be with the victims...
Arkansas Man Leads Deputy On High Speed Chase With Infant, Preschooler In Car
A 23-year-old Arkadelphia, Arkansas man lead deputies on a high speed chase off State Highway 154 south onto county roads, with an infant and small child in the car, according to arrest reports. Dillon Curtis Derry Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron Chaney observed a 1998 Ford Mustang that didn’t have a front license plate travel past him at about 7:50 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. He turned around to catch up and see if it...
Governor Abbott Orders Texas Flags Lowered To Half-Staff In Honor Of El Paso Shooting Victims
August 3, 2019Director Dwight D. MathisCapitol Region VIITexas Department of Public Safety201 East 10th Street, Suite 600Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Director Mathis: The El Paso community was struck by a heinous and senseless act of violence today. Our hearts go out to the victims of this horrific shooting and to the entire community in this time of loss. As such, it is fitting that flags should be lowered immediately to half-staff in...
City Council Meeting Agendas For Aug. 5, 2019
CITY OF SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 6, 2019 6:00 P.M. A special workshop meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 in the Conference Room, at 201 North Davis. The following items will be discussed: Call to order.Discussions on proposed fiscal year 2019-20 budget.Adjourn. CITY OF SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY...
Time Honored Tradition: Quitman Settler’s Reunion
The Old Settler’s Reunion this year was held, as usual, on the first weekend in August. Old friends and family members gathered to share stories, listen to local bands and enjoy carnival style food and rides. Locals have been attending the reunion for over a 100 years and have come to know it as a time of reconnecting and making new friendships. Jason Waldon and the Alibis performed in the pavilion. There was a huge crowd...
Hopkins Rains Retired School Personnel Plans Reception for Retiring Teachers, Employees
Hopkins-Rains Retired School Personnel is hosting a reception on Tuesday, August 13 for: — recent school retirees from Hopkins & Rains Counties — new members who’ve joined the local chapter All current members and retired school employees in the area are invited and encouraged to attend! Date: Tuesday, August 13 10:00 am Location: The Oaks B&B, 516 Oak Ave, Sulphur Springs, Tx. (turn down Beckham Street to...
Sulphur Springs Hosts Dixie Softball World Series: Photos
Sulphur Springs hosts the Dixie Softball World Series Tournament this weekend August 3rd-7th at Coleman Park. Teams from all over the nation traveled to Sulphur Springs to compete in the World Series. There are three age group division brackets: Angels are 10 and under Ponytails are 12 and under Debs are 18 and under Ty Boatman, one of the coordinators for the tournament said “the opening ceremonies have been fun. It’s...
