Cumby High Robotics Team Wins Tournament Championship
The two Cumby High School Robotics teams were named tournament champions at the Richardson Berkner Vex Starstruck One completion Saturday, January 14, 2017. The A Bot team won first in skills and Excellence Award. The Z Bot team received the Design Award. For Sponsorship info contact Lee Gifford or Jennifer Dracos @ Cumby ISD or call 903-994-2260.
Wanna Bees Quilting; I was not Prepared
This is not quiet group of pensioners drinking lemonade and talking about their grandchildren. They haul in specialized sewing machines, portable ironing boards, and cutters that look sharp enough to trim burlap. With cell phones ringing, and debates about patterns, basting, and pre-loaded bobbins, they hand craft quilts and other goods at a steady pace. 20170117_100400 20170117_100405 20170117_093358 20170117_093434 20170117_094325...
Winnsboro Police Report for January 9-15
Two arrests, a minor accident, 103 calls for service and issuing 30 citations and 21 warnings keep the Winnsboro Police Department busy during their report period January 9-15, 2017. Aaron Lee, 34, of Pittsburg was arrested on a City of Winnsboro Municipal warrant Wednesday, January 11. Kevin Umbaugh, 25, of Scroggins, was arrested Thursday, January 12, for Driving While License Invalid with previous convictions. A minor two vehicle...
Making Room; Before and After
A City of Sulphur Springs crew makes short work of a derelict house at the corner of W Park and Church street Tuesday morning. The house was inspected before demolition, making sure no one was inside. During the demolition, the track-hoe operator separates ferrous and non-ferrous metals out for recycling. Tires and other items not allowed in the landfill near Commerce, TX are also sorted. Other ‘volunteer’ recyclers...
Ellis Lee Wadley
A Memorial Service for Ellis Lee Wadley, age 86, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Tapp Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. C.J. Duffy officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Perrie Wadley, Matthew Montoya, Dillon Verner, Marc Wadley, William Wadley and Ronnie Miller. Honorary pallbearers are Charli Hodges, Jesus Franco, Brandon Simmons, John Verner, Greg Weeks, Nichole Guillemin and Nyah...
Christian Values, Spirit-Filled Living, Social Justice Emphasized in MLK Awards Ceremony
A praise dance presented by Zhakari Jackson and Spirit-filled music presented by the choir filled the emotional and spiritual cup of those attending the 26th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Monday night. The event saw over 100 individuals honored for their contributions and commitment to the life of Hopkins County. Ray Keck III, President and CEO of Texas A & M...
Patricia Diane Beam
Patricia Diane Beam of Sulphur Springs passed away Monday January 16, 2017 at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler. She was born November 18, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois. She was married to James Isaac Beam. She was a former PBX Operator. Patricia believed in the power of laughter and spreading joy through humor. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. Mrs. Beam is survived by her husband; daughters Tammy...
Lola Cowling
Funeral service for “Mama” Lola Cowling, age 87, of Sulphur Springs, will be held at 10 A.M., Thursday, January 19, 2017 at Calvary Baptist Church in Sulphur Springs with Pastor Lee Huff officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens in Irving, Texas with Joshua Bain, Jeremy Thompson, Kevin Davis and Bobby Clark serving as pallbearers. Daniel Davis, Seth Bain and Brent Bain serving as honorary pallbearers. ...
Get Your Shots Today
The Texas Department of Health offers immunization services the first three Tuesdays of each month. The local office is at 1400 College St. Call for an appointment at 903-885-6573. Walk ins taken on a first served basis. Remember to bring your child’s immunization records.
Donations pour in for North Texan who couldn’t afford heat
Mary Garcia, an Arlington woman who was struggling to keep her lights on after the demise of Lite-Up Texas, said she is overwhelmed by the help she has received from those who read her story. BY JIM MALEWITZ JAN. 17, 2017 12:01 AM Mary Garcia at her home in Arlington, Texas, on Dec. 22, 2016. Cooper Neill for The Texas Tribune If another cold snap hits North Texas this winter, Mary Garcia will no longer hesitate to turn on the heat in...
