4 Free At-Home Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Tests Can Be Ordered Online
Jan18

4 Free At-Home Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Tests Can Be Ordered Online

Several local residents have reported difficulties finding free COVID tests or scheduling free COVID tests. In the US, residents can now order online four tests to be shipped free at the end of January to residential addresses through the post office for those who request them. One type of COVID-19 test kit that can purchased This is not for individuals who immediately need COVID-19 tests, but those who wish to order them online to...

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How, When To Protect Water Pipes From Cold Weather Damages
Jan18

How, When To Protect Water Pipes From Cold Weather Damages

Homeowners in Hopkins County should give special attention to exposed water pipes during the winter months. Freezing pipes are a problem in warmer climates where they often run through uninsulated or under-insulated attics or crawl spaces. Although we only have a few cold snaps per season, it’s still necessary to protect exposed water pipes. Leaving pipes unprotected can cause them to burst, which can result in a tremendous amount of...

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Tuesday Game Day Has Both Basketball Teams, Lady Cats Soccer in Action
Jan18

Tuesday Game Day Has Both Basketball Teams, Lady Cats Soccer in Action

Tuesday, Jan. 18 has three teams on deck; both basketball squads and women’s soccer on the road. Men’s soccer was originally set to be on deck as well at home, hosting Terrell, but that game was cancelled due to staff and squad depletions from COVID-19. Lady Cats soccer are the first team up in Tyler taking on the Lady Lions. Coach Aguayo’s squad looks to get back in the win column when they take on Tyler at 6 P.M....

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Community Health Day Postponed Due To Increase In COVID Cases
Jan18

Community Health Day Postponed Due To Increase In COVID Cases

Due to an increase in community COVID cases, the Community Health Day planned Jan. 22 in Pacific Park has temporarily been postponed. CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Spring and Columbia Lodge # 81 plan to reschedule the event for a later date at the HW Grays Building at Pacific Park. “We apologize for any inconvenience, but want everyone to stay safe!” stated Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development for...

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Sleep Medicine, Pulmonology Specialists Coming Soon To CHRISTUS Sulphur Springs Facilities
Jan18

Sleep Medicine, Pulmonology Specialists Coming Soon To CHRISTUS Sulphur Springs Facilities

CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs Sulphur Springs, Texas, Business News – January 18, 2022 By Holly Ragan, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur [email protected] Community Health Day January 22 2022 Community Health Day In partnership with CHRISTUS Health, Columbia Lodge #81 invites you to attend an event aimed to build a community that is more secure,...

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3 Men Jailed Over The Weekend On Felony Warrants
Jan17

3 Men Jailed Over The Weekend On Felony Warrants

At least three people were jailed over the weekend on felony warrants, according to arrest and jail reports. Martin Gonzalez Guerrero (HCSO jail reports) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Josh Davis and Bobby Osornio were made aware of Martin Gonzalez Guerrero had an outstanding warrant for his arrest Saturday. They went to the 46-year-old Como man’s Lynch Street residence, served the warrant and took him into...

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Sulphur Springs Man Jailed Twice In 4 Days
Jan17

Sulphur Springs Man Jailed Twice In 4 Days

A 25-year-old Sulphur Springs man was jailed twice in four days on a felony charge, according to arrest reports. Steven Charles Gilreath (HCSO jail photo) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Bobby Osornio, Josh Davis and Colt Patterson, and Sgt. Scott Davis went to a Brinker Street residence early Monday morning, Jan. 17, 2021, after being made aware Steven Charles Gilreath, a wanted man, was at the location. When deputies...

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High Speed Chase On I-30 East Results In 1 Arrest
Jan17

High Speed Chase On I-30 East Results In 1 Arrest

A high speed chase on I-30 east from Cumby to Sulphur Springs concluded with a 23-year-old Cooper man’s arrest Sunday evening, according to arrest reports. Dylan Toon (HCSO jail photo) Cumby Police Officer Justin Talley reported seeing a black Toyota Tundra being driven recklessly at a high rate of speed on Interstate 30 east near mile marker 111 at 7:45 p.m. Jan. 16, 2022. The driver also disregarded another motorists’...

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Wildcats Soccer Goes 0-3 in Longview Tournament
Jan17

Wildcats Soccer Goes 0-3 in Longview Tournament

Wildcats soccer had a tough outing in Longview, going 0-3 at the Lobo Invitational held Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 13-15. Men’s soccer lost to Tyler’s Chapel Hill 3-1 Thursday, Jan. 13 in their opening contest. They followed up the Thursday loss with another one on Friday to Lufkin 4-1. That game was tied 1-1 at the half before the Panthers were able to take control in the second. Saturday the men wrapped up participation...

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Meal A Day Menu – Jan. 17-21, 2022
Jan16

Meal A Day Menu – Jan. 17-21, 2022

Volunteers prepare meals at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and deliver them five days a week to Meal A Day program recipients in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. The Meal A Day Menu for Jan. 17-21, 2022, includes: Monday – Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole, Pinto Beans and Pickled Beets.Tuesday – Beef Spaghetti, Italian Vegetables and Garlic Toast.Wednesday – Chicken Pot Pie, Broccoli and Sweet Potato Fries.Thursday –...

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