Wildcats Basketball Routs Henderson 73-43
The men’s basketball team had a successful outing on Saturday, Nov. 27 when they hosted Henderson, blowing out the Lions 73-43 at the SSHS Main Gym. Coach Brandon Shaver’s squad once again had decently-even scoring from his varsity athletes; while Kordrick Turner once again lead the way in scoring at 14 points, Caleb Alexander also put up 10 against the Lions. Sulphur Springs scored 21 in the first three quarters, running...
Roy Furguson
Roy Furguson Graveside service for Roy Furguson, age 86, of Cumby, Texas, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Ridgeway Cemetery. Visitation will be held thirty minutes prior to the service at the cemetery. Mr. Furguson passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021, at Carriage House Manor in Sulphur Springs. Roy was born on September 26, 1935, in Irving, Texas, to Lemyel and Connie (Knight) Furguson. He married Tess Evans...
Meal A Day Menu For Nov. 29-Dec. 3, 2021
Volunteers prepare meals at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and deliver them five days a week to Meal A Day program recipients in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. The Meal A Day Menu for Nov. 29-Dec. 3, 2021, includes: Monday – Chicken Breast, Stewed Potatoes and Gravy, Normandy Vegetables and a Roll.Tuesday – Barbecue Smoked Sausage, Baked Beans, Macaroni and Cheese, and Squash Casserole.Wednesday – Meatloaf, Mashed...
Vera Ann Dial
Funeral services for Vera Ann Dial, age 82, of Sulphur springs, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Evening Chapel CME Church with Pastor Gailyn McCurdy officiating. Interment will follow at Sulphur Springs City Cemetery with Jaun Lewis, Danny Clayton, Danny Hynson, Benny Dial, Melvin Wright, Dr. Juan Harrison, Anwar Bell, Corwin Dempsey, and David Dempsey. There will be no formal visitation. Vera Ann Dial Vera...
4 Men Jailed In 4 Days On Controlled Substance Charges
At least 4 men were jailed in 4 days on controlled substance charges, according to arrest reports. Posey Lane Traffic Stop Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Tanner Steward and Deputy Isaac Foley stopped a Ford pickup at 8:02 p.m. Nov. 26, 2021, on Posey Lane at Hines Street after observing the truck run a stop sign by failing to come to a complete stop at the intersection, according to arrest reports. Ernesto Arellano...
Paris District Road Report for the Week of November 29, 2021
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of Nov. 29, 2021. 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...
Man Arrested On Felony DWI Charge After Allegedly Colliding With EMS Vehicle
A 67-year-old Sulphur Springs man was arrested on a felony DWI charge after reportedly colliding with an EMS vehicle Thanksgiving night, according to arrest reports. Terry Wayne “Tee” Person (HCSO jail photo) Sulphur Springs Police Officer Silas Whaley and Sgt. Matt Glenn were reportedly in the 400 block of Atkins Street at 10:09 p.m. Nov. 25, 2021, for a medical call, when they saw a blue Lincoln MKZ collide with an EMS...
Billy Mack Williams, Jr.
Billy Mack Williams Funeral services for Billy Mack Williams, Jr., age 60, of Garland, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 29, 2021, at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Harold B. Nash officiating. Interment will follow at Caney Cemetery with Markies Yates, Derek Blake, Vincent Sims, Roderick Clayton, Corey Sims, and Dennis Clayton serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Adrian Williams, Jerrod...
Christmas In Heritage Park Offered Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, 2021
Hopkins County Historical Society will once again host Christmas in Heritage Park Saturdays, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, 2021, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Items available in the Country Store, converted to a Christmas store for Christmas in the Park. A $3 fee is asked for everyone age 7 and older, but children ages 6 or younger will be admitted free to enjoy the old fashioned Christmas in the Park with their families at Heritage Park, 416 North...
No Teams In Action Today, But Wildcat Basketball At Home Tomorrow For Mid-Afternoon Contest
While there are no games today on Friday, Nov. 26, the Wildcats basketball team will be back at home tomorrow, on Saturday, Nov. 27. Coach Brandon Shaver and his squad will be hosting Henderson at 1:30 P.M. The Wildcats come in to tomorrow’s game 4-0 on the season, having gotten a close win versus Paris in their home-opener as well as three blowouts to boot. Their most recent one came in their previous match on Monday, Nov. 22...
