Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024 Announced
This is the Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024: Front Row L to R: Kenzi Pipkin – Freshman Duchess, Jamie Alvarez – Sophomore Duchess, and Jordan Cartwright – Junior Duchess; Senior Homecoming candidates Standing L to R: Reece Vowels, Katelyn Cline, Ryleigh Redar, Harley Perez, Maysen Pipkin And Gabby Ross. Activities Friday, January 12th – PepRally led by the senior class at 9:45 in the gym. The games...
SSHS Students Named to the Texas All-State Band
Caroline Prickette was recently named to the Texas All-State Band on clarinet. She along with 13 other Wildcat Band members qualified and competed at the Area level on Saturday, Jan 6 at Chapel Hill High School in Tyler. The top students from six regions came together for auditions to be considered for the Texas All-State Band. Our Area (Area C) stretches from Northeast Texas down through the Beaumont and Houston areas. “The...
The Next HCGS Monthly Meeting to be Held January 18th
Come join us on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at 611 N. Davis St., for ” The First Years of Hopkins County through the Eyes of John Sellers and his Research.” John will do a storytelling lecture about his early finds in Hopkins County history through newspapers, courthouse records, and online research. Everyone knows what a good story-teller John is (and if you don’t, it’s time...
Officer Leber Announced as SSISD Chief of Police
“I am enthusiastic about taking on the pivotal role of Chief of Police for the Sulphur Springs ISD Police Department. With a deep commitment to ensuring the safety of students and staff, it is my goal to provide and maintain a secure and conducive environment for learning. In assuming this leadership position, I express my excitement about implementing strategic initiatives aimed at maintaining a safe and nurturing atmosphere...
Buyer Beware: Texas DMV Recommends How to Check For a Valid Vehicle Title
January 10, 2024 – The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles recommends that you always “look before you buy” and perform a title check when purchasing a vehicle from a local dealer, individual or from an online auction website. To do so, you will need to obtain the VIN or Vehicle Identification Number of the vehicle and have that run through the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS). The national...
What Happens When Your Landlord Goes to Jail?
It can be trying and confusing time, but as a renter you have rights. Just because your landlord is now in jail doesn’t mean that their responsibilities have disappeared. If you signed a lease agreement, it’s still binding, and you’re still responsible for paying rent. However, your landlord may not be available to fix anything that breaks. It might be worth contacting the authorities if your landlord’s absence affects habitability of...
Sulphur Springs Resident Nabbed For Having High-Value Stolen Cars
January 9, 2024 – The following Press Release was received from Hopkins County Sherrif’s Office Chief Investigator Corley Weatherford. Everett Van Jennings On Saturday, January 6, 2024, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation regarding a victim of theft claiming they had information their stolen Lamborghini was in Hopkins County, Texas. The victim had previously reported their vehicle stolen in...
Dinner Bell Menu For January 10, 2024
City National Bank is this weeks sponsor. MENU Old Fashioned Hamburger Casserole Bacon Green Beans Garden Salad French Bread Trotter Family Special Cake HAPPY 2024!!! GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF BY FOLLOWING SAFE HEALTH PRACTICES AS FLU AND COVID ARE STILL...
Roan Oak Masonic Lodge Awards Six Paris Junior College Nursing Scholarships
January 8, 2024 – The Roan Oak Masonic Lodge #860 of Garretts Bluff helped six Paris Junior College nursing students breathe easier last month when they awarded them $500 scholarships. Present to bestow the scholarships were Worshipful Master Logan Thomas, Senior Deacon Pat Thomas, and Master of Ceremonies/Scholarship Committee Chair Alan Tapp. “It’s always a great pleasure to work with PJC and their nursing program,” said Tapp....
Paris Junior College Welcomed Interim President with New Year
January 8, 2024 – When Paris Junior College reopened on January 2, 2024, a new era began at the institution. Dr. Jerry King, former president of Trinity Valley Community College and a dedicated educator, took the helm as PJC’s interim president while a search is conducted to replace Dr. Pamela Anglin, who resigned at the end of 2023. “The Board is pleased and excited to have Dr. King join our team during this transition...
