Increased Enforcement Has Begun For Memorial Day
May 26, 2023 – With Memorial Day around the corner DPS has announced that there will be a increase in law enforcement during the holiday. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is taking this time to remind drivers to celebrate this unofficial kickoff to summer safely so that everyone can enjoy their holiday. Today through May 29, the Texas Highway Patrol will participate in Memorial Day enforcement efforts including Click...
FDA Approves First Oral Treatment For COVID-19 In Adults
May 26, 2023 – Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the oral antiviral Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets, co-packaged for oral use) for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adults who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death. Paxlovid is the fourth drug—and first oral antiviral pill—approved by the FDA to treat COVID-19 in adults....
Dr. Deana Steeber Hired As Sulphur Springs ISD New Superintendent
May 25, 2023 – Sulphur Springs ISD School Board has officially hired Dr. Deana Steeber as the new superintendent during a special board meeting, Thursday May 25, 2023. During this meeting board president Craig Roberts announced that the board would consider hiring Dr. Deana Steeber, and she was quickly voted in unanimously. Board President Craig Roberts also presented to Dr. Steeber her own name plate that will sit on the board...
Barrett Arrested on Sexual Abuse Warrant
May 26, 2023 – Danny Wayne Barrett, Jr was arrested by Sulphur Springs Police on Thursday this week. Barret, age 40, is charged with Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child Under 14. Danny Wayne Barrett, Jr Barrett was arrested without incident at his residence south of Brashear, TX.
Ms. Hopkins County Senior Pageant Contestants
May 25, 2023 – The 2023 Ms. Hopkins County Senior Pageant is about to be underway as the 10 contestants have been named and preparation for the event can begin. These lovely contestants are as follow: The pageant will be held June 3rd at the Civic center, located on 1200 Houston St, at 6pm. There will be tea on June 2nd at 1 pm for contestants, former queens, judges, and all parties involved in the pageant.
Senior Center Closed On Monday; Meal-A-Day Will Deliver
May 25, 2023 – The Senior Citizen Center in Sulphur Springs will be closed like many government buildings on Monday May 29th, 2023. However, Meal-A-Day volunteers will be cooking and delivering meals as usual on Monday. Taking a look at the Memorial Day menu for Meal-A-Day, it’s going to be Managers Choice. The Thursday Crew of Volunteers assemble Taco Salad for Meal-A-Day. Meal-A-Day would love to have you volunteer as a...
Mahoney Memorial Day Homecoming
May 25, 2023 – Memorial Day Homecoming service will be held at Mahoney Cemetery and Old Mahoney Methodist Church on June 11th starting at 10:30am. During this service, reports from the Christmas 2022 “Wreaths Across America” will be discussed for their vets. The special speaker during this event is Ridley Briggs from Mt Vernon a former USAF fighter pilot and Texas Aggie. At noon, basket lunches will be passed out and...
Plans Underway for the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation’s 4th Annual Designer Handbag Bingo
Sulphur Springs, TX – The Hopkins County Health Care (HCHC) Foundation has scheduled the Designer Handbag Bingo for Thursday, August 3. Sponsorships are available now while reserved tables for 8 will go on sale June 24, and individual tickets will be available on July 1. Last year, this event sold out in record time. “We expect tickets to go quickly, so those wishing to play will want to make their reservations as soon as they...
Harp Arrested for Driving Stolen Vehicle
May 25, 2023 – Shreveport, LA Police notified the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office of a stolen vehicle possibly traveling westbound on I-30. Deputies took up observation positions along I-30 and waited for the stolen Mercury to pass. The vehicle was spotted at mile marker 131. Deputies immediately began following the sedan and attempted to perform a traffic stop. The driver slowed, but did not pull over until traveling...
SSISD Healthy Summer Meals For Kids
May 25, 2023 – SSISD will be hosting a Summer Food Service Program for all children under the age of 18 years old and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years of age. Free breakfast and lunch will be served for all children eligible for the program. District enrollment is not required and no application is needed. Summer Feeding locations are: Bowie Primary, 1400 Mockingbird Ln., from June 5 – July 6...
