TxDOT Paris District Road Report For The Week Of Nov. 25, 2019
Those who will be traveling this week for the holidays or business will want to make note of planned road work in the region so they can plan accordingly. Texas Department of Transporation’s Paris District has provided the scheduled work for the week of Nov. 25, although the scheduled work is subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. TxDOT Public Information Officer Tim McAlavy...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report
11/18/2019 – 11/24/2019 Arrests: Cary Jones, age 20, of Spring, TX, was arrested on 11/20/2019 for Possession of Marijuana <=2 oz. in a Drug Free Zone. Sheldon Smith, age 19, of Willis, TX, was arrested on 11/20/2019 for Possession of Marijuana <=2 oz. in a Drug Free Zone and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon. Overstreet, 47 years of age, of Leesburg, was arrested on 11/21/2019 on a Texas Pardon and Parole Warrant and a Franklin...
40th UPRA Rodeo Finals Wins in Talent, Stock, Attendance
Following three nights of exciting rodeo action in Sulphur Springs, the organizers of the 2019 Cinch UFR, or United Finals Rodeo, are wearing smiles due to the excellent stock and talent and great attendance all three nights. In fact, Saturday night’s performance in the Hopkins County Civic Center arena had a packed house. Both the animal and human athletes were “top notch” on all three nights, according to many...
Meal A Day Menu For Nov. 25-29, 2019
Menu for Nov. 25-29, 2019 Monday – Chicken fried chicken, mashed potatoes, california blend vegetables and a roll Tuesday – Taco soup and crackers Wednesday – Turkey and dressing, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and a roll Thursday – Closed so that Meal A Day cooks and drivers can be with their families for Thanksgiving Friday – Chicken pot pie, broccoli and pickled...
Tradin’ Post for Friday, November 26th, 2019
For Sale: Shelled Pecan $8 per quart. Will deliver in and around Sulphur Springs. Call 903-243-1700. Free: an older model elliptical exercise machine. “Works and is in good condition.” This party is unable to use the exercise machine anymore due to health issues. If interested, or for more info., please call 903-598-2235. I have for sale a gold’s gym treadmill in excellent condition . It’s only been used a...
Calving Difficulty Is A Concern For All Cattlemen
Mario Villarino By Dr. Mario Villarino, agriculture/ natural resources Agent, Hopkins County AgriLife Extension During the week, I visited with a long term cattle rancher friend of the Extension office. He was talking to me about a particular heifer and his concerns about first-time calving. For ranchers, the calf crop is critical. No calf, no business; it’s as simple as that. As Johhny (name changed intentionally) was telling...
United Way Final Tally
Mike Jumper, Hopkins County United Way Board President, and Beverley and Bill Owens, 2019-2020 Campaign Chairmen, want to thank each business and individual that made contributions to the 2019- 2020 Campaign. Final pledges total $189,410.13, well above the goal of 165,000.00, making this one of the most successful Campaigns in the history of Hopkins County United Way. Every single donation is greatly appreciated, and Hopkins County...
Symphony League Radio/TV Auction This Saturday 5pm!
The KSST Channel 18 TV studio has filled with beautiful Christmas items, perfect for your Christmas decorating and for giving! Each of the more than four dozen items will be up for bidding this Saturday night starting at 5 pm. You can bid by phone when you listen to the items described on KSST 1230AM, also listen and watch on Suddenlink Cable Channel 18 TV, and you can listen on Cable Channel 2. You can also take part in the auction...
Rodeo Royalty in Town!
Front left, current Miss UPRA Queen Collen Crumpton, and Front left, current Miss UPRA Teen Reannan Klodowski. Front center, Miss Teen contestant Jentri Haivala. Back row, left Sarah Dalton and right, Hailey Mitchell, are Miss UPRA 2020 Queen contestants Look for reigning Miss UPRA Queen Collen Crumpton and reigning Miss Teen UPRA Reanna Klodowski at the rodeo this weekend! Besides both girls’ “farewell lap” around...
Hopkins County Work, Reintegration Programs Showing Positive Results
When Brandon Flanery received his paycheck Thursday, it not only marked his first pay as a Precinct 4 employee, but another successful step in his life and a sheriff’s office program. Flanery is the first person to benefit from Work Force Solutions Grant funding awarded in Hopkins County. The organization received $150,000 to distributed in the agency’s nine-county region. “Of the nine counties, Kenneth [Dean, jail...
