You Would Not Drive Intoxicated, Why Drive Intexticated?
Apr13

You Would Not Drive Intoxicated, Why Drive Intexticated?

Johanna Hicks, Extension Agent, FCH By Johanna Hicks You have undoubtedly heard of the dangers of driving while intoxicated, but what about other driving distractions? Our roadways are more dangerous now than they were pre-pandemic and 2021 marks the second deadliest year on Texas roads. Calling attention to the dangers of distracted driving can help end this deadly streak on our roads. In a study done by American Automobile...

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Wildcats Baseball Falls in Tight One at Texas High 1-0
Apr13

Wildcats Baseball Falls in Tight One at Texas High 1-0

Coach Jerrod Hammack’s team ended up on the wrong side of a dead-even match-up, giving up an error that proved costly.  Sulphur Springs fought all 7 innings to get the win Tuesday which would have been two straight victories for the Wildcats.  Baseball had two runners on in three of their first four at-bats, but could not turn them into runs as the Wildcats left those innings empty handed.  For three and a half innings the game...

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April 13 Chamber Connection: Educational Lunch And Learn Coming Up On April 20
Apr13

April 13 Chamber Connection: Educational Lunch And Learn Coming Up On April 20

By Butch Burney Education will be the topic of the Chamber’s next Lunch and Learn, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, at The Oaks Bed and Breakfast. Cumby ISD faculty will be on hand to talk about their PTECH program and how student internships can benefit businesses and students alike. Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent Mike Lamb will also be on hand to discuss the $93 million bond proposal that will go before...

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SSISD Board Of Trustees Accept Application, Agree To Consider Chapter 313 Agreement For Proposed Manufacturer
Apr12

SSISD Board Of Trustees Accept Application, Agree To Consider Chapter 313 Agreement For Proposed Manufacturer

Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees Monday evening agreed to review an application for an appraised value limitation on qualified property for completion, then send it to the state for review for Chapter 313 compliance then, if approved, to consider the request from business considering establishing a Sulphur Springs facility. The application will be reviewed by the superintendent as well as Powell Law Group for completeness, then...

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Five Men Arrested On Felony Warrants Over the Past Week
Apr12

Five Men Arrested On Felony Warrants Over the Past Week

At least five men were arrested over the past week, April 6-11, 2022, on felony warrants. CR 4761 Arrest Bennie Le Hackbarth-Thompson (HCSO jail photo) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Aaron Chaney and Alvin Jordan obtained information Monday that a 29-year-old had a warrant for his arrest and that he was known to be living at a County Road 4761 residence. The deputies arrived at the address, contacted Bennie Le...

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SSISD Trustees Approve Professional Contracts, Three Dozen Other Personnel Matters
Apr12

SSISD Trustees Approve Professional Contracts, Three Dozen Other Personnel Matters

Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees approved professional employment contracts for the 2022-2023 school year as well as three dozen other personnel matters Monday night. SSISD logo Overall, one notice of retirement, 18 resignations, seven new hires and 10 job swaps were approved as recommended Monday which impact all district campuses and including aides, administrators, teachers, coaches, directors and coordinators. Professional...

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Bed Bugs Among Warmer Weather Pests Reported Recently
Apr12

Bed Bugs Among Warmer Weather Pests Reported Recently

Mario Villarino DVM, Ph.D. Hopkins County Extension Agent By Dr. Mario Villarino, Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Hopkins County Agent for Agriculture/Natural Resources, [email protected] As temperature increases, it is common to notice insect activity increase also. Because insects depend on environmental temperature to modulate their activities, warmer temperatures often prompt the development and multiplication of insect...

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Lady Cats Softball, Wildcats Baseball in Texarkana for Tuesday Game Day
Apr12

Lady Cats Softball, Wildcats Baseball in Texarkana for Tuesday Game Day

Both baseball and softball head to Texarkana Tuesday, Apr. 12 to take on Texas High. Lady Cats softball look to get the season-sweep against the Lady Tigers. By doing so, Sulphur Springs will have swept five schools so far during their district season (Hallsville, Longview, Mount Pleasant and Texas High). Regardless of a 3-5 district record, Coach David Carrillo and his team expect a tough match in Texarkana. The last time the two...

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Six Arrested On Controlled Substance Charges In 4 Days
Apr11

Six Arrested On Controlled Substance Charges In 4 Days

At least six people were arrested on controlled substance charges in the past four days, according to arrest and jail reports. I-30 East Traffic Stop Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Josh Davis reported stopping a Mazda PS at 10:36 p.m. Sunday on Interstate 30 east at mile marker 131 for a defective license plate light. Victor Hugo Torres (HCSO jail photo) A records check showed the driver to have an active warrant for his...

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Blood Drive In Honor Of Israel Lewis To Be Held April 14 At CHRISTUS parking lot
Apr11

Blood Drive In Honor Of Israel Lewis To Be Held April 14 At CHRISTUS parking lot

Sulphur Springs, Texas, April 11, 2022 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected] Helping Ukraine Flag of Ukraine In light of the news of the attacks on Ukraine, we would like to extend an opportunity to aid the community of...

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