Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 10-30-2023 – 11-5-2023
Arrests: Durbin, Brenda, 32 years of age, of Como, TX, was arrested 11-1-2023 for Possession of Controlled Substance PG1/1-B>=1G<4G. Calls for Service: The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 91 calls for service during this reporting period. Citations: The Winnsboro Police Department issued 25 citations and 22 warnings during this reporting period.
Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000 to Local Sulphur Springs Charities
On October 30, 2023, GSC Enterprises, Inc. held its 35th GSC Charity Golf Classic at Golf Clubs at the Tribute in The Colony, TX. The company presented $90,000.00 to six local and regional charities. These charities included Morgan’s Mercy Mansion, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center, Community Chest, SSISD Education Foundation, and the GSC Benevolence Fund. Grocery Supply Company donates $90,000...
Trego Family Pledges $400,000 to TAMUC Electrical Engineering
November 6, 2023 – COMMERCE, TX—Lion alumni Bruce and Barbara Trego have generously pledged $400,000 to benefit the Department of Engineering and Technology at Texas A&M University-Commerce. The Trego Family Engineering and Technology Endowment makes history as one of the most substantial planned gifts from a private donor to the department. The endowment serves a dual purpose: providing scholarships to electrical...
Upshur County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Suspect in Double Murder
November 6, 2023 – The Upshur County Sheriff’s Office released a statement as they are looking for a suspect in a Double Murder in Gilmer over the weekend. Statement from Upshur County Sheriff’s Office: On November 4, 2023 at approximately 11:42 pm. Upshur County Deputies, along with Gilmer Police Officers and Texas State Troopers responded to a report of a shooting at a home in the 2800 block of U.S. Highway 271...
November 7th, 2023 Election Day Polling Locations
November 6, 2023 – Early voting is over with 2,683 voters taking advantage of the convenient option to early vote. That number is a little over ten percent of the 24,456 registered voters in Hopkins County. Polling locations will be open from 7am until 7pm on Tuesday November 7th for registered voters to cast their vote for 14 Texas Constitutional Amendments as well as election of Texas State Representative for District 2, which...
Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park
November 4, 2023 – Warm Campfires and Cool Colors – Come Experience the Best of Fall at Cooper Lake State Park Cooper, TX— As the autumn leaves turn to vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, Cooper Lake State Park is welcoming visitors to experience the best of fall. The crisp, cool nights coupled with warm, sunny days have set the stage for what many consider the best time to camp in Texas. These ideal conditions foster the...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 6, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 6, 2023. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Dinner Bell Menu For November 8, 2023
Water Oak School is the Community Partner for this meal. Dinner Bell appreciates the owners, staff and students for their continued support of this feeding ministry. Hopkins County Abstract, Kristen Monk and staff will assist in loading the food boxes and helping distribute them under the porte cochere (covered driveway) to those who come for meals. We are thankful for their assistance!!! GRAB and GO with a meal from the...
Short Take Off Planes Arrive in Sulphur Springs
November 3, 2023 – The Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport is ready for the Lonestar STOL competition as planes from all across the country have arrived for what should be a fantastic day of flying. Local aircraft manufacturer, American Legend Aircraft, is the sponsor of the local event which not only will bring unique and interesting aircraft into Sulphur Springs, but also will entice local spectators to come and watch the pilots...
SSISD Wildcats Face the Anna Coyotes Tonight
November 3, 2023 – The Sulphur Springs Wildcats travel to Anna, TX tonight to face the Coyotes at Coyote Stadium. The SS Wildcats are 8-1 and the Coyotes are also 8-1. This is a District Game. Click here for a map and directions to Coyote Stadium in Anna. Game Starts at 7:30PM. You can listen live on KSST AM 1230. We will stream the game via YouTube.
