Local Man Arrested on Drug Warrants; Had Drugs in Home
Following a Special Crimes Unit investigation into the use and sale of methamphetamine by Jeremy Michael Huffman, 29, of Sulphur Springs, a warrant was issued for his arrest. At the time of his arrest, investigators found 8-grams of suspected THC Wax and under 1-gram of suspected meth in his Hodge Street home. During questioning after informed of his rights, Huffman admitted the items belonged to him. Huffman is in Hopkins County Jail...
Pizza Inn Lends a Helping Hand
Pizza Inn generously sponsored the KSST SurPrize Patrol for the Month of April by donating the Grand Prize of a Pizza Party, which was awarded to Campbell ISD. KSST sat down with Kevin Tanton, owner/manager of Pizza Inn, to discuss why they decided to donate a Pizza Party for the Teachers and Staff at Campbell ISD. “We always try to help out: especially schools. Whether it is with donations around Sulphur Springs, or Hopkins...
Supreme Court Denies Acker Appeal
The U. S. Supreme Court has denied an appeal made on behalf of Daniel Clate Acker, 46, of Sulphur Springs. Acker is on Death Row in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice convicted of the kidnapping and the murder of 32-year old Marquetta “Markie” George. Acker, a native of Hunt County, was 29 at the time of his conviction. A date for his execution has not been set. Acker’s appeal was described as presenting compelling evidence of...
K-9 Alerts on Vehicle; Meth Found
Hopkins County K-9, Maly, is certified in detecting Methamphetamine, Marijuana, Heroin, Cocaine, and MDMA/Ecstacy. Maly assisted in the arrest of Joshua Logan Martin, 28, of Pittsburg when the Hopkins County Deputy made a traffic stop on a Dodge Pickup with a defective driver’s side head lamp. The stop was made at State Highway 11E and FM 69. Martin, who said he was nervous around police and said he had previous drug convictions for...
Saltillo ISD 7th Annual Scholarship Dinner and Auction
With about $8,000 dollars raised for the Kerry Garmon Memorial Scholarship Fund, Saltillo ISD will now be able to assist up to eight graduating students next year as the students go forward with college studies. The main method of fundraising for this successful Scholarship Fund is the Dinner and Auction staged each Spring prior to graduation. The 2018 event was held on Saturday April 14 in the Kerry Garmon Gymnasium, with robust...
Photos from Danna’s Flea Market Style and Swap
By Savannah Owens Danna’s Flea Market Style and Swap was held this weekend from April 12th-15th at the Civic Center. Vendors filled the banquet hall and spilled out onto the front lawn. Vendors and shoppers came from near and far. There was literally something for everyone. The Flea market featured fashion items and clothes, unique furniture and antiques, comic books, quilts, and rare coins! Customers enjoyed looking for rare...
Upcoming 4-H Events
Paper Clover Campaign Hopkins County 4-H members invite you to visit the 4-H exhibit at the Sulphur Springs Tractor Supply. From April 11 thru April 22, the annual spring Paper Clover Campaign will be held. When checking out, donate $1, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Hopkins County 4-H program. Funds will be used to help send 4-H members to camps and leadership conferences. What’s Missing in Your Pantry? A fun,...
Dinner Bell Menu For April 18, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU April 18, 2018 Water Oak Elementary Community Partner of the Week Beef Tortilla Casserole Pinto Beans Mexican Rice Salsa Garden Salad Tortillas and Butter Sopapilla Cheesecake Vanilla Pudding with Pineapple Cream–Sugur Free Dessert Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Served at 11:45 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs,...
4th Annual Tennis Tournament Benefits Community, Hosted By CANHelp
By Savannah Owens CANHelp’s 4th Annual Tennis Tournament was held on Saturday April 14th, 2018. There were a total of 16 teams including locals to groups from Tyler and Dallas. The categories included students and advanced players. Four years ago, CANHelp members wanted to host a fundraiser, and they partnered with Coach Martinez and the SSHS tennis team to put on this event. Shanna Martin said the event has “continued to...
