Alexander Sentenced to TDCJ in Parole Violation
In Eighth Judicial District Court Thursday afternoon, Robert Mitchell Alexander, Jr was sentenced to seven (7) years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for Engaging in Organized Crime and two (2) years in prison for Assault Family Violence Impeding breathing and/or circulation. County Court at Law Judge Amy Smith pronounced the sentence in the place of District Judge Eddie Northcutt. Alexander, who had been charged with...
Herrera Sentenced in Indecency with a Child by Contact
24-year old Rene Herrera of Sulphur Springs received 10 years deferred sentence in a plea-bargain agreement made Thursday in Hopkins County’s Eighth Judicial District Court. Herrera had been charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child which was reduced to Indecency with a Child by Contact as a part of the plea bargain. As a result of the plea, he will be required to register as a sex offender for the remainder of his...
HCMH Celebrates National Hospital Week
A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community. That’s the message organizers are touting with the 2016 National Hospital Week theme “Health Care from the Heart.” “National Hospital Week, first and foremost,...
Vester Marion
Memorial services for Vester Marion, age 58, of Sulphur Springs, will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Henry officiating. Vester passed away Thursday, May 12, 2016 at his residence. He was born on November 2, 1957, in Jelico, TN, son of William Marion and Shirley Lawson Marion. Vester married Delores Lori Montolio Marion on March 1, 1985, in Kearney, NB. She survives. Vester...
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...
