Police Arrest Man Following Disturbance Complaint
Sulphur Springs Police responding to a disturbance complaint late Tuesday night found one man “foaming at the mouth” in the street, according to arrest reports. Police were dispatched about 11:45 p.m. May 14 to Como Street at Freeman Street , where two males were reported to be in the street, having some sort of altercation, possibly fighting. Upon arrival, officer reported seeing a 26-year-old Sulphur Springs man...
Winnsboro Woman Jailed On Lamar County Warrants Following Criminal Trespass Complaint
Kasie Malia Skirvin A criminal trespassing complaint lead police Tuesday to a woman wanted on Lamar County charges, according to police reports. Sulphur Springs police officers were dispatched around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday to East Loop 301 at Shannon Road to issue several criminal trespass warnings. Upon arrival, officers reported seeing three people walking away from the area and contacted them. A records check of all three people showed...
SSHS Spring Football Wraps Up
Wildcats Varsity and JV Take on Gilmer in 7 on 7 Football Tuesday Night The Wildcats’ 7 on 7 football teams, JV and Varsity, took on Gilmer Tuesday evening (May 14) in the Multipurpose Building. Both teams got in two games with the Buckeyes. In the first Varsity game, the Wildcats and Buckeyes tied, 35-35 with Gilmer scoring a touchdown right as the horn went off signaling the end of the game. Quarterback Noe Ponce led the...
With Temperatures Rising, Motorists Are Reminded Not To Leave Pets In Cars
As the mercury rises, so typically do the number of calls to authorities regarding animals left alone in parked cars in the heat. This spring is no exception. “Do not leave dogs in cars. We’ve had several calls already,” said Sulphur Springs Animal Control Supervisor Barbi Blanch. Blanch said she hopes the reminder will prevent situations such as one Sulphur Springs Animal Control officers encountered two years ago....
Downtown Business Alliance Members: Partners in Promoting Local Business
Meeting in the luxurious surroundings of Hope Smith Interior Designs at 115 Gilmer Street, the 20-plus persons attending the Downtown Business Alliance gathering on Tuesday May 14, 2019 represented a vibrant cross-section of individuals and interests. Several were new in town or involved in a new business. Increasing membership is proving that DBA is a continued boon for the merchants in our town. President Billie Ruth Standbridge...
I-30 Traffic Stop Results In 2 Controlled Substance Arrests
Eddie MaloneStephanie Lynn Padron Sulphur Springs Police arrested a Sulphur Springs man and woman found in possession of 8.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine during a traffic stop. Stephanie Lynn Padron, 50, and Eddie Dale Malone, 60, both of Sulphur Springs, were arrested at 12:39 p.m. Tuesday by Sulphur Springs Police Lt. Eddie Moon and Special Crimes Unit Lt. Mark Estes for possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of...
Pirates and Mermaids! The Summer Reading Program Starts May 30 at Sulphur Springs Public Library
Librarian Hope Cain Calling all Pirates and Mermaids! The Summer Reading Program is going to be one of the most fun parts of the summer for children in the Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County community! Why? For one reason, because the Sulphur Springs Public Library is teaming up with Bright Star Productions of “The Little Mermaid” to bring excellent reading opportunities, family Bingo and game nights plus weekly storytimes...
Marine Corp League Honors Peace Officers
Veterans-2019-23 Veterans-2019-31 Veterans-2019-20 Veterans-2019-16 Veterans-2019-25 Veterans-2019-36 Veterans-2019-45 Veterans-2019-61 Veterans-2019-49 The Hopkins County Marine Corp League honored Peace Officers on Celebration Plaza Wednesday morning. The simple ceremony included the Policeman’s Prayer and the playing of taps. This is one of many events planned for the League this May. At 0800 (8AM) sharp, Detachment...
Chamber Connection- May 15, 2019
Chamber Connection- May 15th I have some big news to report about the Homemade Ice Cream Freeze-off. Shannon Oaks Church will be taking over the Ice Cream Freeze-off from the Chamber. So… what does this mean for you? It means that everything will be exactly the same! The Ice Cream Freeze-off will be held on Saturday, June 8 th at 5:30 p.m. on the rear lawn of Shannon Oaks, just before the hot air balloon launch and glow. Tickets will...
Miller Grove ISD Breaks Ground On New Track
Miller Grove ISD Board of Trustees Secretary Bret Garrett, member Ray Sparks, and President Brandon Darrow; Anna Ferguson, who donated a portion of the land where the new track will be built); and board members, Doug Hall, Vice President Eric Mabe, John Wilbur and Clark May officially break ground on the new MGISD track project Monday. Miller Grove ISD board members officially broke ground on the site of the new school track on...
