Local Man Arrested for THC Oil and Marijuana Possession
A Hopkins County Deputy stopped a vehicle for an obscure license plate on FM 2285 Thursday night just before midnight. A strong odor of marijuana began emitting from the vehicle as William Cody Smithers, 22, of Sulphur Springs lowered the window of the vehicle. The deputy noted a yellow pipe containing a green leafy substance believed to be marijuana sitting near the center console. Smithers told the deputy that a large amount of...
Hopkins County Grand Jury Indicts 27
A Hopkins County Grand Jury approved 27 indictments during a recent meeting. Two indictments were for Injury Child/Elderly/Disabled with Bodily Injury, one for Aggravated Assault Causes Serious Bodily Injury, one Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle, two Manufacture Delivery of a Controlled Substance and the remainder for drug possession. There were four indictments handed down that are pending arrest. Among those indicted: Charles...
Bishop Nelson Gatlin of Mitchell Chapel Aware of Need in Local Community
For the 17th year, Mitchell Chapel Church of God in Christ will host the “Rescue the Perishing” food giveaway for families in need. On Saturday December 9, 2017, a bag of groceries will be given per household to persons who present a utility bill or other proof of local residency. The location is the Fellowship Hall of the church at 402 South Jackson Street from 8am, until all bags have been given. This is not the...
Agrilife: 2017 Hopkins County Livestock and Forage Education Review
It’s this time of the year when Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services at Hopkins County Extension Office interprets with Hopkins County residents the different activities conducted by their agents and support volunteers. I would like to share with you the specific plan related to Livestock Production today. 2017 Hopkins County Livestock and Forage Education (Tours, Trainings and Field Days) Developed by Dr. Mario A....
Miller Grove News December 8, 2017
by Brandon Darrow Christmas and New Year are on the horizon but it seems as though 2017 has just begun. I can’t believe we are only a few weeks away from 2018. Looking back there have been many changes in our world and in our community throughout the year. Some good and some bad but most of the changes in MG are for the good…like getting a new elementary school, athletic teams going to state tournaments, and success at...
“Celestial Christmas” at First Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon is a Must-See!
Fred and Jane Randles of the Music Ministry at Mt. Vernon’s First Baptist Church have a shared love for singing and the performance of music. For the Christmas season 2017, under their direction the choirs, Youth departments and Children’s Ensemble of the church will be joined by a 6-piece orchestra to present a musical spectacular, “Celestial Christmas”. There will be three nightly performances featuring a...
Reilly Springs Jamboree Benefits Sr. Center With a Christmas Dance at 6pm December 9
If you like classic country music, come to the Jamboree/Christmas Dance on Saturday December 9, 2017 at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Center at 150 MLK Drive. Music will begin at 6pm with Roger Reed and the Jamboree Band. Come to dance or just watch the dancers, and enjoy some punch and cookies, good old-fashioned fun and country music. Cost to attend is $10 person, but anyone may donate more if they wish because all proceeds go...
Mitchell Chapel Annual “Rescue the Perishing” Grocery Give Away is Saturday
This Saturday, December 9, 2017, Starting at 8:00 a.m. Mitchell Chapel COGIC will be having their Annual “Rescue The Perishing” Grocery Give Away. This is free to the community to help those in need this holiday season. There will be plenty of bags full of chicken, canned goods, cake mixes, flour and etc. So stop by Mitchell Chapel COGIC, 402 South Jackson Street, and come get you a bag for yourself, your family member or a friend....
Tira News December 8, 2017
by Jan Vaughn The Tira City Council met at the Community Center for their regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, December 5th. The Community Christmas Party is this Saturday, December 9th, at 6:00 p.m. Brisket and tea will be provided. Residents are asked to bring a side dish and/or dessert to share and canned goods for the Tira Food Pantry. Santa will be stopping by to visit with the kids. Come enjoy a time of good food, fun, and...
