James ” JD” Buchanan
James Derle Buchanan was undoubtedly the most loved man in Cumby, Texas. His heart was so full of love for his family, God, and anyone that he ever met. He loved to tell stories about his life and lessons he learned along the way to anyone that would listen. Known to many as JD, James passed away at the tender age of 75 in Greenville on September 23, 2017. He was surrounded by family and friends as he was released from his pain. He is...
Shannon Oaks’ Pumpkin Patch Brings a Season of Fun for All Ages
Mandy McGraw Godwin and her husband Pastor Eric Godwin of Shannon Oaks Church are natives of Sulphur Springs. As a church activity, they decided to plan a “Pumpkin Patch” for area families to enjoy, and it soon became a community-size idea! Mandy had noticed that not only her own but other families were traveling at least an hour’s distance from Sulphur Springs for this type of seasonal entertainment for their...
Affiliated Driving Class, November 30th, 2017
One last chance to take this class before the end of the year. This class is good for Ticket Dismissal or a 10% discount on your Liability Insurance. This discount is good for 3 years. Please call me if you are interested. I need at least 7 people to sign up to make a class.
Bobbie Young Griffith of Winnsboro
Bobbie Griffith, age 86 of Winnsboro, passed away on Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 in Winnsboro. She was born on February 18th, 1931 in Winnsboro to Howard Young and Teddie (Turner)Young. She was raised in Winnsboro, played basketball at Winnsboro High in 1946-48 and loved being a Red Raider. She was very creative and crafty and always had a painting, knitting or sewing project in the works. She was also an avid reader and enjoyed...
Frank R. Bell
Graveside services for Frank R. Bell, age 75, of Sulphur Springs will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Sulphur Springs City Cemetery with Rev. C. J. Duffy officiating. There will be no formal visitation. Pallbearers will be Mike Phillips, Don Bell, Butch Adams, Craig Seymore, Paul Lee Loyd, Jerry Ray Moss, Talley Bell and Lex Cunningham. Mr. Bell passed away Monday, September 25, 2017 at Carriage House...
Eugene Earl Barnes, Jr.
Earl Eugene Barnes, Jr., age 75, of Emory, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017 at The Hospice of East Texas in Tyler. Mr. Barnes’ memorial service is scheduled for Friday, October 13, 2017, at 4:00 PM at Believers’ Baptist Church, with Dr. Jason Rolen and Bro. Dwight Smith officiating. Cremation under the direction of Wilson-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mr. Barnes was born on April 14, 1942, in Dallas, to Earl Eugene and...
Como-Pickton FFA Students Compete at East Texas State Fair
Como-Pickton FFA members, Breanna Bowen and Jesus Gonzalez competed in the East Texas State Fair Speaking competition on Saturday, September 23rd in Tyler, Texas. Breanna Bowen placed first in the Agri-Business division with her speech over Jersey Cattle and the Free Enterprise System. Breanna also exhibited in the photography contest where she received 1st place overall in the 13-19 age division. She also received a first and second...
Coach Owens Comments on Whitehouse Loss
On KSST and Channel 18 TV’s Saturday Morning Coach’s Show, Wildcats Football Coach Greg Owens indicated he and his staff would be working long hours evaluating personnel to correct weaknesses that are plaguing the team this season. Coach Owens said the Wildcats defense had to play too many plays in Friday night’s 28-6 loss to Whitehouse. He said it was another sluggish night for the offense. Even though the defense...
Lady Cats Volleyball Win 3-0 in Greenville
The Lady Cats’ volleyball team played with consistency and took care of business against Greenville, winning 3-0 in a district match at Greenville last Friday. That was the assessment of Lady Cats Volleyball Coach Justin Maness. He added the Lady Cats were very strong on defense and put a lot of things together on offense. Coach Maness said he is very pleased with how the Lady Cats are serving right now. He said the Lady Cats...
SSHS Cross Country Teams Place at Lovejoy
Cross Country The Wildcats finished fifth and the Lady Cats were seventeenth at the Lovejoy Cross Country Fall Festival last Saturday at Myers Park in McKinney. Cross Country Coach Ross Hicks said the meet drew a large and very competitive field of 5A and 6A schools. The Wildcats’ Landon Thornton was out due to injury and the Lady Cats Hannah Dixon did not participate due to illness. The Lady Cats were led once again by Sydney...
