Lady Cats Win District Opener; Travel to Hallsville Friday
Lady Cats Softball Coach David Carrillo said it’s important to win some games when all does not go smoothly. Such was the case Tuesday night as the Lady Cats won their district opener against Greenville, 3-2 at Lady Cat Park. Coach Carrillo said his team seemed to be a little nervous in the district opener. He said he could tell his team was not in sync during the game. Coach Carrillo said some of the Lady Cats’ hard hit...
Wood County Sheriff’s Report February 21-27, 2018
February 21st Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 2:55 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure. Deputies were dispatched to CR 4896 near Quitman, at approximately 3:03 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the day. Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:53 a.m., in reference to a terroristic threat. Deputies advised...
Baseball: North Hopkins Defeat Saltillo
The Saltillo Lions lost a baseball game to North Hopkins on Tuesday. The Panthers took a 19-0 win. North Hopkins scored the 19 runs on nine hits and seven Lions’ errors. The Panthers’ starting pitcher Wyatt Wharton teamed with reliever Tate Myers to throw a 4 inning no hitter. Wharton also had a big game at the plate going 3 for 3 with a double and 4 RBIs. Colby Cameron of North Hopkins was 3 for 4 with 3 runs scored and 3...
“Do Well, Be Well With Diabetes” Five-Lesson Series Set for April 9-23
Johanna Hicks, agent with the Hopkins County Agrilife Extension Service is reminding the public about an interesting and informative educational series for persons affected by Type II Diabetes. Even if you do not have Diabetes but you cook and care for someone who does, this series is for you! Two sessions per day will be offered, at 1:30pm and 6pm. For more information, phone the Extension office at 903-885-3443.
You’re Invited for History and Lunch By SS Area Retired School Personnel
From: Sulphur Springs Area Retired School Personnel Please join us on Tuesday, March 13! Keep reading for the time, location of the meeting! Our next meeting will feature a program by Paula Altenbaumer, presenting the story of an early Texas pioneer, Sarah Ashby McClure Braches. Sarah came to Texas in 1831 as part of the DeWitt Colony. Her home still stands in Gonzales County. Sarah was a leader of the “Runaway Scrape”...
Harlem Wizards to Play in SSES Fundraiser
The Harlem Wizards are coming to Sulphur Springs High School Monday, March 19th. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and game time is 6:30. The evening promises to be a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face, according to the Sulphur Springs Elementary School PTO. Proceeds from the game will assist in funding playground equipment for the school. The Wizards will face Administrators and...
North Hopkins FFA Chapter Celebrates FFA Week and Student Success at NETLA Market Show
From Report by Breeanna Hicks February was definitely a busy month for the North Hopkins FFA! This past month was the annual Hopkins County NETLA Market and Stock Show. Along with this, the chapter attended the Area VI convention. This year, the North Hopkins FFA was honored to have Faith Wheeler, our Chapter First Vice President, run for Area VI President. While she did not win the office of president, she will be serving as one of...
City Manager’s Report to Council March 6, 2018
STREET IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM – Beth, Rasure, Rose, Junnell and a portion of Gossett Lane have been repaved. Calvert Street will be milled and repaved during spring break. CANTEX FORCE MAIN – This will be our next capital improvement project. It will replace 2,400 linear feet of aging sewer force main and 2,900 feet of gravity main. Currently the main passes through the middle of the hospital complex. This would be a nightmare if the...
Warning System Test Set for Noon Wednesday
At noon Wednesday, March 7, 2018, City of Sulphur Springs Emergency Management will test the warning sirens in the city. The test is conducted monthly and allows city staff and emergency management personnel to discover any glitches in the system, according to Jason Ricketson with the Sulphur Springs Police Department. When you hear the sirens in the city, you will know that the equipment is working well. The sirens are used for...
Wildcat Soccer Shuts Out Texas High
The Wildcats’ soccer team shut out Texas High and managed to put three shots in the goal to pick up three points and a big district road win, 3-0 in Texarkana Tuesday night. Axel Solorzano scored a goal for his second straight game as a Wildcat and he had an assist on another one. Enrique Arellano also had a goal and an assist. Angel Tavera also scored a goal. The Wildcats are now 3-0 during the second half of district play and...
