Three Arrested On Assault Charges
Three were arrested on assault charges, including two accused of felony charges and one on a misdemeanor charge, according to sheriff’s reports. Kenneth Wayne Shaw (HCSO jail photo) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Bobby Orsornio arrested Kenneth Wayne Shaw, 57, of Sulphur Springs at 12:11 am. April 21 on County Road 2320 on an assault of a family or household member that impeded breathing or circulation. Osornio responded...
Judith Ann Slatter
Judith Ann Slatter, age 74, of Brashear, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020, at Senior Suites Care and Rehab in Emory. Memorial will be held by family at a later date, when restrictions are lifted. Judith Ann Slatter was born on October 12, 1945, in Sturgeon Bay, WI, to the parentage of Clayton and Juanita Mann Gustafson. Judi married Larry Slatter on February 12, 1972 in Sault Ste Marie, MI. She worked as the secretary for Lawrence...
Linda Maria Kellum Jones
Private family graveside services for Linda Maria Kellum Jones, age 77, of Campbell, will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2020 at Greenview Cemetery with Pastor Pam Zolczer officiating. A come and go visitation will be held during regular business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at West Oaks Funeral Home. Linda passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Hunt Regional Hospital in Greenville, TX. She was born...
Local Senior Citizen John Hug Turns 100 Years Old!
Karon Weatherman, Director of the Senior Citizens Center in Sulphur Springs, brought it to our attention that one of our Seniors recently celebrated his 100th birthday. As a centenarian, John was recognized by the President of the United States and by the Governor of the State of Texas! He also got lots of cards from friends. Congratulations, John!
Linda Jane Glass
Linda Jane Glass, age 76, of Point, passed away, Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at her home. Linda was born in Lucedale, MS on February 10, 1944, to Lee Andrew and Eunice Estelle Thornton Smith. Throughout her life she worked many jobs, the one she was most proud of was that of Mother and Homemaker. She married Fred Glass in Mobil, AL on January 6, 1997. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, wife, grandmother and...
SSISD Trustees Approved Band Trailer, Custodial Contract
Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees approved a band trailer and custodial contract during their monthly meeting conducted via Zoom Monday evening. Custodial Contract Based on the recommendation of SSISD Director of Maintenance Dan Froneberger and Superintendent Michael Lamb opted to once again contract with The Faulk Company for custodial services. Lamb explained that the district sought bids for custodial services. Four businesses...
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report
The Winnsboro Police Department media report for the week of April 13-19, 2020, included the following activity: Arrests No Arrests Calls For Service The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 98 calls for service during this reporting period. Citations The Winnsboro PD issued 5 citations and 2 warnings duringthis reporting period. Winnsboro Police Department patch
Sulphur Springs Man Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel On County Road 3505
A 23-year-old Sulphur Springs man found slumped over the steering wheel of a vehicle in the middle of the road Sunday night ended up in jail on a driving while intoxicated charge. This marked the second time he has been charged with DWI, officers alleged in arrest reports. Sulphur Springs Police responded at 7:39 p.m. April 19, 2020 to a call from someone expressing concern for a person who appeared to be unconscious and slumped over...
Main Street Altercation Started Over A Man’s Dislike Of A Woman’s Friendship
A Main Street altercation allegedly started over a man’s dislike of a woman’s friendship with someone else, according to arrest reports. Hopkins County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a disturbance report at 9:22 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 2020, in the 2000 block of Main Street. Upon arrival, deputies were told that a woman and the 28-year-old Main St resident had gotten into an argument about her spending the day with...
Sydney Washburn Announced As Valedictorian Of SSHS Senior Class of 2020
Sydney Washburn was announced Monday as valedictorian of Sulphur Springs High School Senior Class of 2020. Sydney Washburn, Sulphur Springs High School Senior Class of 2020 valedictorian SSHS Principal Derek Driver made the announcement for the top honor graduates at a small gathering, with social distancing observed, in front of the high school Monday morning. She expressed appreciation to her teachers, who has not only helped her to...
