Local Woman Arrested in Traffic Stop
Rebecca Ann McCann, 42, of Sulphur Springs was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram following traffic stop Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. The Sulphur Springs Police officer detected the odor of marijuana and McCann (picture not available) told the officer that she had paraphernalia inside the vehicle. A probable cause search led to McCann emptying her pockets. The contents included a...
Hearts of Life Presents Tony for Adoption
Tony is 2 years old and a very large mixed breed. He is very intelligent and has a relaxed nature. Tony does very well on a harness and enjoys his walks. He is somewhat independent, but still loves any and all affection from humans. Tony’s adoption fee is $100.00 which includes all previous vetting, neuter and rabies shot. If you are interested in meeting Tony, please contact Hearts of Life Animal Rescue by phone at...
Lil 4’s 2018 King and Queen Ball is Fun For All
The Lil 4’s club held their annual King and Queen Ball on Saturday July 7th from 2pm-8pm at First Baptist’s R.O.C. The Program included prayers, and a colorful fashion show from the Lil 4’s club members. This family friendly event had something for everyone to enjoy. The kids were all smiles as they lip-synched and performed dance routines to many popular songs including: “Purple Rain”, “You Rock...
Chamber Connection July 12, 2018
Can you even believe it? It’s time to turn in your t-shirt designs for the 49th Annual Stew Contest!!! The Chamber will be accepting submitted designs from Monday, July 16th through Tuesday, July 31st. The submitted entries will be voted on by the Chamber Board of Directors, and the winner will be announced on August 9th. If your design wins the t-shirt contest, it will be used on all shirts, hoodies, and marketing for the 49th...
Wood County Sheriff’s Report June 27-July 3, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report for June 27, 2018 to July 3, 2018 includes: Disturbance: 7; Thefts: 4; Burglaries: 1; Terroristic Threats: 2; Criminal Mischiefs: 4; Inquests: 2; Suspicious Circumstances: 3; Suspicious Vehicles: 4; Suspicious Persons: 5; Alarms: 8; Harassments: 1; Criminal Trespasses: 2; Scams: 0; Frauds: 1; Abandoned Vehicles: 1; Cows Out: 27; Horses Out: 1 elfare Checks: 2; Assaults: 4; Dog Bites: 0; Fires: 0; Noise...
BackStory Brewery Grand Opening Set for Friday
East Texas’ newest craft brewery is now open for business in the old Ice House at 211 Magnolia, Sulphur Springs, serving craft beers on tap. Grand opening for the venue is Friday July 13th 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. The venue is family friendly with arcade games, pinball, pool tables, shuffleboard, corn hole, and giant Jenga. The Grand opening will feature live music with Matt Dunn and Cole Risnec. Food trucks will also be present Friday...
Progress Update on the Crosstown Trail
Trail-2018-05 Trail-2018-06 Trail-2018-07 Trail-2018-08 Trail-2018-09 Trail-2018-10 Trail-2018-01 Trail-2018-02 Trail-2018-03 Trail-2018-04 A city construction crew was busy Wednesday making concrete forms and laying rebar. Work continues on the southern portion of the Crosstown Trail. Next week the crew may complete the path from the rail crossing to Main St. The design of the pedestrian crossing on Main has not been finalized, and...
Police Academy Cadets Observe Posse Meeting, Badge Presentation
Approximately eighteen cadet students of the Hopkins County Police Academy observed a monthly meeting of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse on Tuesday July 10, 2018. The cadets are registered in a nearly year-long training for law enforcement certification. Some members of the school are already EMS or Fire certified, or are members of the Posse. Texas Ranger John Vance and Sheriff’s Patrol Captain Tanner Crump arranged...
Local Man Arrested for Murder in Dallas
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department, Sulphur Springs Police Department, and the SWAT team assisted in serving a Dallas County Murder Warrant in the arrest of Clyde Earl Taylor, III, 33, of Sulphur Springs. Taylor was wanted for the murder of a woman in Dallas. Taylor was arrested at his Craig Street residence at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. The young woman’s body was found on Zodiac Lane off Harry Hines in Dallas about three weeks ago. Video...
