Sewer Line Completion Will Speed Work on Bill Bradford Road, Aid Development on Broadway
Work on Bill Bradford Road should increase speed now that the work on a new sewer line behind Chili’s, Whataburger, McDonalds, and one half of the apartments on Duckworth Street has been completed. The new sewer line will open new properties for development which will in turn increase tax revenues for the city, according to City Manager Marc Maxwell. The increased speed of work on Bill Bradford Road will be welcomed by many. The new...
SCU Marijuana Bust Leads To More Problems For Sulphur Springs Man
Kelvin Dionn Harrison, 47, of Sulphur Springs was arrested Wednesday morning by Special Crimes Unit Detective Sergeant Tony Crouse on three charges. A caller, who asked to remain anonymous, informed Sgt. Crouse of suspicious activity taking place at an East Beckham Street residence. During an investigation of the property, Sgt. Crouse noticed from the street that marijuana plants were being grown outside the residence in plain...
Master Wellness Volunteer Program
Master Wellness Volunteer Program Did you know that Hopkins County Master Wellness Volunteers contributed 55 hours of volunteer service in April? From helping with Kids’ Safe Saturday to Kids’ Camp planning, from assisting with the Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes series to helping distribute educational information at the Region 8 Education Service Center Parent Fair, our certified volunteers have helped make an impact! Finding...
Animal of the Week: Peanut the Pit
Peanut is a female Pit Bull puppy who is only five weeks old. She was signed over and given to the Sulphur Springs Animal Shelter by the Police. “The Sheriff’s Office arrested somebody who apparently is not getting out of jail, so we got him to sign the dog over so we can find her another home,” Animal Shelter Officer Barbi Blanch said. “He couldn’t get any family members to come get her.” The...
Lady Cats Scouting Report on Mansfield Legacy
Lady Cats Softball Coach David Carrillo gave a scouting report Wednesday morning on Mansfield Legacy, who the Lady Cats will face Thursday and Friday in a best two out of three regional quarterfinal series at Royse City. Game 1 is Thursday at 7 p.m. Game 2 is Friday at 6 p.m. with game 3 to follow, if necessary. Coach Carrillo says the Lady Broncos are a good solid team with strong hitters throughout their batting order. He says they...
Holy Highway Fish Fry is Saturday May 14
The Holy Highway Girls Home in Pickton, Texas will benefit from an annual major fundraiser, and you are invited to help the cause. The Fish Fry with all the trimmings and the Auction, hosted by Tabernacle Baptist Church in Pickton, is set for Saturday May 14 , 2016 from 5-7pm. The church location is 9985 FM 269, just off Highway 11 E. You may eat by donation, and tables of 10 are available at $100. During the evening, you will meet...
Juble D. Starrett
As he had often seen turbulent fishing waters become placid and still following a storm, so did he hear the Master’s voice say “peace, be still,” to his heart, as JUBLE D. STARRETT, 91, passed quietly from this life on Sunday May 8, 2016 at Hopkins County Memorial Hospital. His family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Friday May 13, 2016 at West Oaks Funeral Home, from which they will process to the Reilly Springs Cemetery,...
Local Man Arrested After Shooting Attempt
Christopher Scott Brown, 37, was arrested Tuesday night after an altercation involving a deadly weapon. Sulphur Springs Police Department Officers responded to a report of gun shots at a South Moore Street residence. Upon arrival, a victim was holding Brown down on the ground, restraining him from making an escape. According to the arrest report Brown, who showed indications of intoxication, started an altercation with the victim...
Bobby Plunk
Funeral Services for Bobby Plunk, age 80 of Miller Grove will be held Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with Rev. Bruce Stinson officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park with Ronnie Lollar, Dan Alexander, Kevin Tipps, Don Tinsley, Manuel Jenkins and Marlin Deaver serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held one hours prior to the service. Bobby passed away Wednesday, May 11,...
