Cumby Man Arrested for DWI 3rd or More, Again
Asleep at the wheel and stopped in the middle of County Road 4131 with the motor running alerted a citizen to call the Cumby police. The citizen though the driver might be intoxicated. When Cumby Sgt. Ray Embro arrived at the scene, he found John Anthony Colfax, 51, of Cumby, asleep in the driver’s seat. When Embro made contact with Colfax, the odor of alcohol was strong and Colfax eyes were blood shot. An open container of alcohol...
Local Hospital District Downgraded by Moody’s
Hopkins County Hospital District, acquired by CHRISTUS Health System in 2016, was downgraded by Moody’s in August 2017. According to an article in CEO HealthCare, written by Shawn Shinneman, the downgrade applies to the Hospital District and not CHRISTUS because the structure of the agreement between the District and CHRISTUS did not guarantee any of the Hopkins County Hospital District’s outstanding debt. The local hospital district...
SSISD Tax Office to Close for Spring Break
The school tax office will be closed the following days for Spring Break: Monday, March, 12th through Friday, March 16th, 2018
Chamber Connection March 8, 2018
Great news!!! It is time for the 29th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament held at the Sulphur Springs Country Club. This year’s tournament will be held on Friday, April 13th. Just like last year, we will have morning and afternoon tee times. Please consider bringing a team and enjoying a very fun day of golf and prizes! We have limited availability, so let us know as soon as possible if interested. Teams are already...
“Do Well, Be Well With Diabetes” Five-Lesson Series Set for April 9-23
Johanna Hicks, agent with the Hopkins County Agrilife Extension Service is reminding the public about an interesting and informative educational series for persons affected by Type II Diabetes. Even if you do not have Diabetes but you cook and care for someone who does, this series is for you! Two sessions per day will be offered, at 1:30pm and 6pm. For more information, phone the Extension office at 903-885-3443.
You’re Invited for History and Lunch By SS Area Retired School Personnel
From: Sulphur Springs Area Retired School Personnel Please join us on Tuesday, March 13! Keep reading for the time, location of the meeting! Our next meeting will feature a program by Paula Altenbaumer, presenting the story of an early Texas pioneer, Sarah Ashby McClure Braches. Sarah came to Texas in 1831 as part of the DeWitt Colony. Her home still stands in Gonzales County. Sarah was a leader of the “Runaway Scrape”...
Harlem Wizards to Play in SSES Fundraiser
The Harlem Wizards are coming to Sulphur Springs High School Monday, March 19th. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and game time is 6:30. The evening promises to be a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on your face, according to the Sulphur Springs Elementary School PTO. Proceeds from the game will assist in funding playground equipment for the school. The Wizards will face Administrators and...
North Hopkins FFA Chapter Celebrates FFA Week and Student Success at NETLA Market Show
From Report by Breeanna Hicks February was definitely a busy month for the North Hopkins FFA! This past month was the annual Hopkins County NETLA Market and Stock Show. Along with this, the chapter attended the Area VI convention. This year, the North Hopkins FFA was honored to have Faith Wheeler, our Chapter First Vice President, run for Area VI President. While she did not win the office of president, she will be serving as one of...
Harrison, Price Elected; Smith Nominated; Run-off Set for Commissioner Precinct 2, County Treasurer; Other results from Primary Election
With 25.12% of registered voters in Hopkins County casting ballots, Clay Harrison was elected Judge, Hopkins County Court-at-Law. He has no Democrat challenger. Joe Price was elected Commissioner Precinct 4 with 701 votes or 55.11% of the total. John David Jetton received 487 votes and Kevin Cole 84. Republican Tracy Orr Smith will face Democrat Reiko Alexander in November for the Office of County Clerk. Smith received the Republican...
