“Party in the Park” Really Rocked for Seniors, Hopkins County Marketers
The May 8th “Party in the Park” was a rock-n-roll success, according to Karon Weatherman, Director of the Sulphur Springs Sr’s Center. Held beneath the shade of the Buford Park Pavilion, this second annual fun event enjoyed growing attendance and nice prizes for costumes and dancers. Dale “The C” Cummings delivered special entertainment with an all-50’s music concert. The Hopkins County Marketing...
Student Stands Up for Butterflies with National Wildlife’s Mayor’s Monarch Pledge
Kasey Rhodes, an 11-year-old Yantis homeschooler, has stepped up for the plight of Monarch butterflies and their endangered habitat. She already has the endorsement of the City of Yantis which was declared a sanctuary for the migration of the Monarch Butterfly during the final term of Mayor Jerry E. Miller. She seeks to reach out to other local entities in the migration path as well as individuals who would take steps to provide...
Good Food for a Good Cause! Holy Highway Girls Home Fish Fry Fundraiser May 19
According to administration and staff of Holy Highway Girls Home of Pickton, Texas, the 6th annual Fish Fry and Auction Fundraiser will be held on Saturday May 19, 2018 from 5-7 pm at Pickton Tabernacle Baptist Church at 9985 Hwy 269. There will be fun, wholesome entertainment and plenty to eat. You will also meet some of the students and hear their testimonies as you help support the school. Everyone is welcome for a donation at the...
Como Woman Arrested for Endangering Child
Sarah Irene Alsip, 28, of Como was arrested for Abandoning/Endangering a Child, a State Jail Felony, following a Child Protective Services investigation. Special Crimes Unit was notified when Alsip tested positive for methamphetamine and her 10-month old child also tested positive for the substance. Alsip was arrested at the offices of Child Protective Services. She is in Hopkins County Jail held on a $10,000 bond.
Homeless Man Arrested on Dallas County Warrant
A Sulphur Springs resident called city police when they became suspicious of an individual sitting against the fence on their Jefferson Street property. A records check showed Angel Guadalupe Jasso, 20, homeless and wanted on a Dallas County warrant for Violation of Probation Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle. Jasso is in Hopkins County Jail held for Dallas County authorities.
Chamber Connection May 9, 2018
Computer & Networks hosting ribbon cutting Computers & Networks is hosting their ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, May 11th at noon. They will have refreshments, so make sure to stop by and see all the things Computers & Networks can do for you and your business. They are located 525 Gilmer Street in Sulphur Springs. See you there! Heritage Christian Counseling Center is holding a cookout fundraiser Heritage...
Date Set for Acker Execution
September 27, 2018 has been set as the date for the execution of Daniel Clate Acker, 46, of Sulphur Springs. The order will be hand delivered to TDCJ Wednesday, May 9th. 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. Acker’s made appeal to the U. S. Supreme...
