Paris District Road Report for February 21, 2022
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district from Feb. 21, 2022. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones,...
Sulphur Springs Man Accused Of Preventing A Female From Breathing During Fight
February 18, 2022 – A 42-year-old Sulphur Springs man was jailed early Friday morning on a felony assault charge following a fight in which he is accused of preventing a female from breathing, according to arrest reports. Christopher Howard Alves (HCSO jail photo) Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Bobby Osornio and Colt Patterson were dispatched at 11:25 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, to a County Road 4711 residence,...
Billie Marie Johnson
Billie Marie Johnson A funeral service for Billie Marie Johnson, age 79, of Temple, Texas, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home with David Prickett officiating. Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home. Mrs. Johnson passed away on February 17, 2022, at her residence. Billie was born on...
Gary Edge
A memorial service for Gary Edge, age 74, of Talco, Texas, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, at Hagansport Community Center. There will be no formal visitation. Mr. Edge passed away on February 17, 2022, at his residence. Gary was born on September 29, 1947, in Floresville, Texas, to Jerald and Eloise (Carvajal-Seguin) Edge. He married Nancy Mitchell on July 2, 1972, in Saltillo, Texas. Gary was a veteran of the United...
95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Of Commerce Membership Banquet Awards
More than a dozen awards were presented Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, during the 95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet to those who’ve made a big difference in Hopkins County over the past year and some businesses that have continued to provide exceptional service and a positive impact on the community. 95th Annual Hopkins County Chamber Of Commerce Membership Banquet Awards, Feb. 17, 2022 Chamber...
Dinner Bell Menu for February 23, 2022
A very loyal supporter of the Dinner Bell Ministry, Christus Mother Frances Hospital, is the Community Partner for this meal. For the continued support of this organization Dinner Bell is extremely grateful. GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus starting at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday. MENU Red Beans and Rice Fried...
Glenda Lynn Harness
Graveside service for Glenda Lynn Harness, age 67, of Birthright, will be held at 3:00 p.m, Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Tira Cemetery with Deacon Steve Ferrell officiating. Pallbearers will be Glenn Harness, Nathan Wade, Landon Harness, Joel McKay, Parker Mahan, Chad Argenbright, Corey Argenbright, Brian Hague, and Robert Rudd. There will be no formal visitation. Glenda passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Christus...
10 Personnel Items, Emergency School Closing Wage Payments Approved For SSISD
Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees during the regular February 2022 school board meeting approved 10 personnel items as recommended, a Head Start budget amendment and emergency school closing wage payments. SSISD logo Early Termination Assistant Superintendent Josh Williams recommended that the board act to finalize the termination of Amy Anderson’s term contract before the end of her contract period. He noted that the school...
Wildcats, Lady Cats Golf Have Tough Outing in Rockwall
Both golf teams had their spring season opener on Monday, Feb. 14 in Rockwall in the Regional Preview. It did not go as both squads had hoped for, as golf had a tough outing at the Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club. “It wasn’t great for us,” Coach Whitney Spigener, Lady Cats golf coach said Thursday. On the women’s side, Sulphur Springs sports a young squad. Coach Spigener said four of the six competitors she...
Three Local Residents Earn High School Diploma Through Innovative Program Offered by Sulphur Springs Public Library
Library offers accredited diplomas and career certificates to residents through Career Online High School Sulphur Springs, Texas, February 16, 2022 — Two Sulphur Springs residents, have earned their high school diploma through the Career Online High School program at Sulphur Springs Public Library. The library partners with Smart Horizons, part of the world’s first Cognia/SACS/NCA/NWAC accredited, nationally recognized, private...
