Saltillo Lions Defeat Quitman; Face Honey Grove
The Saltillo Lions’ basketball team won their final game in a Boles tournament last Saturday (December 30). The Lions topped Quitman, 47-32. The Lions led 24-12 after one quarter and 31-16 at the half. Quitman cut into the lead some in the third quarter but the Lions still held on to a 39-27 lead. The Lions outscored Quitman 8-5 in the fourth quarter to wrap up the win. Chris Boekhorst led the Lions with 15 points. Matthew...
Winnsboro Police Report December 25-31, 2017
Winnsboro Police made no arrests, investigated one minor accident, responded to 100 calls for service, issued 21 citations and 24 warnings during the December 25-31, 2017 report period. A minor two vehicle accident was reported on December 26th in the 200 block of South Main. There were no injuries.
Sulphur Springs Soccer Association Registration Now Open
Register online for Sulphur Springs Soccer Youth League, Adult Co-ed at www.sulphurspringssoccer.org
Two Brothers Found Dead From Gun Shot Wounds New Years Day in Hopkins County
In a news release from the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department: Deputies were dispatched to a residence just off County Road 2408 about 9:45 a.m. after communications officers received a call about the welfare of family members and, upon arrival, found two men dead of apparent gunshot wounds. Sheriff Lewis Tatum said told us there had been a history of violence between two brothers and the last time the brothers had been seen...
Hopkins County 27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony Set
Dr. Ray Keck, President of Texas A & M Commerce, will serve as Master of Ceremony for the 27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony is set for 7 p.m. January 15, 2018, at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America. We commemorate as well the timeless values he taught us through his example — the values...
Meal a Day Menu for Jan 1st through 5th
Meal A Day Menu January 1st – January 5th Monday CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY Tuesday Chicken Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Sliced Carrots Roll Wednesday Beef Enchilada Casserole Pinto Beans Chips and Salsa Thursday Chicken and Noodle Casserole Pickled Beets Roll Friday Vegetable Beef Soup Crackers Cheese...
Aviation History: VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar
The in flight photo is one of the paint schemes when the airplane was in the contract at E-Systems, Greenville, TX starting in 1973 until all VC-140Bs were retired in the late 1980s. It is now a Piece of flying history at LBJ ranch. VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar flew in and out of Lyndon Johnson’s ranch when he was vice president and president in the 1960s. The 13-passenger plane is sometimes referred to as Air Force One...
Lady Cats Win Final Game at Idabel Tourney; Host Marshall Tuesday
The Lady Cats’ basketball team, ranked #9 in Class 5A, got a win against a team that beat them earlier this year as they edged by host Idabel, Oklahoma, 44-42 in an Idabel holiday tournament game late Saturday afternoon. The Lady Cats got off to a good start and they led 20-7 after the first quarter. Then they saw their lead disappear over the next two quarters. The game was tied 34-34 going into the fourth quarter. The Lady...
Wildcats End Play in Allen Invitational; Travel to Marshall Tuesday
The Wildcats’ basketball team , ranked #11 in Class 5A, completed play in the tough In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational Tournament Saturday morning with an 87-76 loss to Jesuit Dallas, the #16 ranked team in Class 6A. Jesuit led 26-21 after one quarter and slowly built the lead throughout the contest. The Rangers hit 14 three-point baskets. Keaston Willis led the Wildcats with 24 points including four three-pointers....
10 Family Friendly Movies to Watch on New Years
By Savannah Owens As you wait on New Years Eve for the annual Time’s Square Celebration, ball drop, and countdown to 2018, take time to check out these classic films. There is something everyone can enjoy. Depending on your family’s favorite type of genres, you may prefer certain movies to others. Pick your favorite genre to start! Happy Ending: While you were sleeping (1995)- This movie is perfect for your...
