Bergin Arrested for Cruelty to Livestock
George Lawrence Bergin, 61, of Sulphur Springs is in Hopkins County jail following his arrest for Cruelty to Livestock-Fail to Provide, a state jail felony. The between 200 and 400 head of starving cattle appeared to be suffering from malnutrition. The livestock were transported to an undisclosed location to be treated by a Veterinarian and to receive proper nourishment. According to the SPCS of Texas, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office...
SPCA, Hopkins County Sheriff Seize Over 200 Head of Starving Cattle
(SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX); December 4, 2017–Today, the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office began seizing and taking custody of approximately 200-400 allegedly cruelly treated, starving head of cattle from six Hopkins County properties near Sulphur Springs, TX. Due to the number of cattle and the multiple locations, the animals’ removal will likely take through Wednesday, December 6. Today, more than 160 cattle were removed from...
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic-Sulphur Springs Adds New Service Provider
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX – CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic – Sulphur Springs welcomed new provider Megan Bray, FNP, to serve the patients of their growing community practice at the beginning of November. “We are excited to add Ms. Bray to our already outstanding team at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic-Sulphur Springs,” said Kristi Stern, Administrative Director for CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. “She brings a wealth of expertise and...
Brief Chase by Cumby Police Ends in Arrest of Tennessee Man
Cumby Police noted a traffic violation on I-30 near the 110 mile marker and caught up with the vehicle at the 107 marker. After activating lights and siren to gain attention of the drive, the officer continued to follow the vehicle to the 98-mile marker where the driver finally stopped. During the brief chase, the driver had fluctuated speeds from 75 mph to 60 mph and had failed to maintain a single lane of traffic swerving onto the...
Mt. Pleasant Man Arrested for Meth
When the Hopkins County Deputy arrived at the entrance to the Hageman Reserve on FM 71 following a call regarding a suspicious person at that location, he found John David Wright II, 51, of Mt Pleasant refusing to leave the property at the request of the property owner, according to the deputy’s report. Wright had attempted to enter the property continually stating that he was a member “at the country club.” It was noted that Wright...
Dinner Bell Menu For December 6, 2017
Dinner Bell Menu for December 6, 2017 Lowe’s Distribution in Mt. Vernon this week’s Community Partner. Spaghetti and Meat Sauce Oven Roasted Squash and Zucchini Garden Salad Garlic Buttered French Bread Assorted Cookies Lemon Pudding/ Sugar Free Dessert Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Make plans to come. We will miss you if you do not come. The Welcome Mat will be out!...
AgriLife: Diabetes Education in Hopkins County
Diabetes Education in Hopkins County Each year, our staff provides a summary of our major in-depth Extension programs. Diabetes education is of particular interest to me because I know the struggles that individuals face on a day-to-day basis. Our youngest child was diagnosed with type 1 (insulin dependent) diabetes at the age of 2 ½ and he is my inspiration for helping others to manage their diabetes. Relevance: According to the...
107.1 FM Young Country Now On Air
The owners of KSST radio have agreed to purchase 107.1 FM from The Promise Radio Group. The signal is now broadcasting on 107.1 FM as Young Country playing the latest hits in Country Music. Artists include Lady Antebellum, Rascall Flats, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Zac Brown Band, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Jason Aldean and more. With KSST as the leader in storm...
