James Patrick Bradley
Memorial services for James Patrick Bradley, 86, of Sulphur Springs will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at Saint James Catholic Church with Father Juan Sardinas officiating. Inurnment will be held at a later date at the DFW National Cemetery. There will be no formal visitation. Mr. Bradley passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at his residence. James was born May 10, 1931 in Pillow, PA the son of Joseph A. Bradley...
Chamber Connection February 8, 2018
The time to buy tickets is now! It’s time for the 92nd Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet! “Extra! Extra! Read all about it!” dinner and community awards set in the roaring 1920’s will be held at the Hopkins County Civic Center on Thursday, February 15th at 6:30 p.m. Awards including Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Year, Caregiver of the Year, Community Pride Award, Agriculturist of the Year, Large Business of the Year, Small...
Lady Cats Score 5 in Victory Over Marshall
The Lady Cats’ soccer team improved to 2-0 in district play with a 5-0 victory over Marshall Wednesday evening at Gerald Prim Stadium. The Lady Cats scored three first half goals and added two more in the second half. Mileena Zirretta scored a goal in each half and also had an assist on a goal by Gracie Boyer. Erika Lara and Jo McMillan also scored for the Lady Cats. The Lady Cats now have two shutouts in two district games. The...
Pink ImpACT Scholarship Provides Opportunity for Future Breast Cancer Survivors
Through a generous gift from the Pink ImpACT Breast Cancer Advocates, future survivors of the disease or their dependents will have the opportunity to receive a scholarship to attend Paris Junior College. “This endowed scholarship is a gift to the college that will benefit students for many years and make a difference in someone’s life each year,” said PJC President Dr. Pam Anglin. “We are so appreciative of Sherry Thompson’s...
National Signing Day: SSHS Has Five Student-Athletes to Sign Wednesday
Humphries to SHSU On National Signing Day Wednesday, Wildcats senior quarterback Ryan Humphries signed a letter of intent to play college football at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. Humphries said he first talked with Bearcats’ coaches early in his junior year. He also attended their camp this summer. Humphries said they called him after Christmas and told him they wanted him. He said he likes Huntsville. Humphries...
Billy Murphy
Billy Murphy, age 85 of Winnsboro, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 in Winnsboro. He was born on June 4, 1932 in Winnsboro to the Barney Lee Murphy and Mariah “May” Catherine (McLeroy) Murphy. He married Deloris Inez Randolph on March 27, 1953. Billy was a mason working in the construction industry throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Raymond “Bud” Murphy; sister, Bonnie Loy; and,...
Smith Named City Finance Director for City; Council Approves Project That Brings 150 Jobs to Sulphur Springs
Lesa Smith was named city finance director during Tuesday night’s Sulphur Springs City Council meeting. The council also approved two industrial/manufacturing items, set the city council election, approved the concession stand contract for local parks, and other times. Ms. Smith began working for the city when she was 16-years old and has remained in city employ while attaining her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. According to City...
