A Glittering Gala Event!
The Hopkins County Healthcare Foundation’s successful fundraising year was celebrated on Saturday January 25, 2020 with a Mardi Gras party, Hopkins County style! The event transformed the Civic Center for an evening of fun, food and fellowship.
Excitement was high as couples entered the foyer to the music of a jazz band. Meredith Caddell, CEO of the hospital’s Healthcare Foundation, introduced the Gala Chairs, David and Pam Black, whose leadership during 2019 brought a successful year of fundraising for hospital needs.
Dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions and hilarious games of chance made it an unforgettable evening for Gala attendees!
Sulphur Springs FFA Shows at Ft. Worth Stock Show
Report from SSHS FFA Advisor John Holland
Jan 25, 2020
It has been a busy few days for the SSHS FFA Chapter who took their projects to the Ft Worth Stock Show. We had 3 students, Wayne Hinton, Tripp Smith, and Matti Smith, showing 5 Holstein heifers last week at the Ft Worth Dairy show. All did very well in some of the biggest classes in the breed! In addition, all 3 of the kids caught a calf at the Ft Worth Calf Scramble! That is a major honor, and each received a $500.00 certificate to go toward purchase of another dairy heifer to show next year. In addition, we had 3 Ag Mech students, Austin Crouse, Haydan Keller, and Oliver Yanez, who exhibited a deer blind that they built.
Now, starting January 25, we have 7 students showing 7 Beef heifers over the next 3 days. John-Robert Mason is showing his shorthorn Saturday at 8am. Jace Mayers and Maurie Flecker are showing their Beefmasters at 1pm. Savannah Allen will be showing her Hereford tonight around 5 or 6pm. In addition Alex Flecker will hopefully get picked to Scramble on Saturday at the Ft Worth Stock Show. On Monday January 27, Coen Bell will show his Simmental Heifer, and Cash Vititow and Blaine Allen will be showing their Brahman Heifers. Some of these students will appear on the KSST Good Morning Show on Thursday January 30 at 8:15am to share some of their experiences. Tune in on KSST 1230AM, listen to live stream on ksstradio.com, or watch on Cable Channel 18 TV.
During the first week of February, Coen Bell will be returning to Ft Worth with his steer. Also during that week we will have a group of Ag Mechanics students traveling to San Angelo for another project show. It is a busy month for all Ag teachers across the state as we kick off the Spring Stock Shows and judging season! And locally, please don’t forget that our Hopkins County Junior Market Show and NETLA Sale will be Thursday February 27th through Feb 29th in the Civic Center arena. Till next time, see yall on the road!
Scrap Metal Collected At 3 Precinct Barns Will Benefit Volunteer Fire Departments
Local residents who want to help raise funds for the county’s volunteer fire departments can do so while tidying up a bit at home, according to Hopkins County commissioners.
Precinct 2, 3 and 4 Commissioners accept at their respective precinct barns scrap metal; all funds raised from cashing in the scrap metal will be divided evenly among the volunteer fire departments in the county, the commissioners reported this week.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Joe Price said a total of $9,604 was raised over the last year from cashing in scrap metal.
“It’s free money that we’ve got that wasn’t part of our tax money,” Price said.
Two clean up days are designated each year, generally in April and October, to allow county residents to removed large unwanted items from their homes, things other than regular household trash, and deposit them in the designated receptacles furnished at their precinct barns.
However, the three commissioners said scrap metal will continue to be accepted during regular operating hours each week at the county precinct locations. Scrap metal can include smaller broken household appliances without Freon or hazardous chemicals, old lawn mowers and similar items.
Precinct 2 and 3 barns will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday, and Precinct 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. to accept metal items only.
Community donations scrap metal donations won’t be accepted at Precinct 1 barn, but residents may take scrap metal to the other precinct barns to benefit the volunteer fire departments. Barker said the commissioners no longer accept household trash at their precinct barns. In an effort to maximize the workers he has for Precinct 1, scrap metal donations will not be accepted in Precinct 1. However, Precinct 1 will contribute to the cause.
“Here’s what I’m committed to doing: I will give you all the metal I pick up out of the ditches. I will send all the metal your way,” said Precinct 1 Commissioner Mickey Barker.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report, January 8-14, 2020
Sheriff Castloo would like to remind everyone … if you have any information on these or any other crimes, please contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office at 903-763-2201 or Crime Stoppers at 903-763-CASH.
Contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office if you notice any suspicious vehicles or activity around your neighborhood. Please be aware of your surroundings.
January 8
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 north in Mineola, at approximately 1:30 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 in Quitman, at approximately 6:41 a.m., in reference to an incident. Deputies issued a criminal trespass warning and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 10:34 a.m., horses were reported out on County Road 1960 in Yantis.
- At approximately 10:47 a.m., deputies were dispatched to west State Highway 154 in Yantis in reference to a burglary. The reporting party stated that actors, or actors unknown, stole a generator by cutting the lock.
- At approximately 11:21 a.m., cows were reported out on County Road 3220.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 in Mineola, at approximately 12:01 p.m., in reference to an assault. Robin Wright, 58, of Mineola, was arrested for assault causes bodily injury.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1660/FM 17 in Alba, at approximately 1:33 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- At approximately 4:40 p.m., deputies were dispatched to W. Highway 80 in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 5567, at approximately 5:24 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1730 in Yantis, at approximately 5:41 p.m., in reference to an incident. Deputies issued a criminal trespass warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1522 in Alba, at approximately 6:29 p.m., in reference to a grass fire. The Alba Fire Department contained the fire and the fire marshal will investigate.
- At approximately 7:38 p.m., deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 and County Road 1336 in Quitman in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2546 in Mineola, at approximately 10:13 p.m., in reference to an assault. Deputies met with the victim who did not wish to pursue any charges.
January 9
- At approximately 1:13 a.m., deputies spoke on the telephone with a complainant who advised that actors, or actors unknown, had ordered on-line items and opened a post office box in his name without permission. This case is being forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3440, at approximately 4:24 a.m., in regards to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3155 in Quitman, at approximately 5:23 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies determined this to be a false alarm.
- At approximately 9:28 a.m., deputies spoke on the telephone with a party complaining of receiving threatening phone calls from an unknown party. She was advised to block the caller and she also requested extra patrol in her area.
- Cows were reported out on FM 312 near FM 49, at approximately 9:21 a.m. During the process of looking for the owner, deputies contacted and arrested Ricky Lawrence, 22, of Hawkins for an out of county warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to south FM 14 in Hawkins, at approximately 9:28 a.m., in reference to an animal complaint. The reporting party stated that a neighbor’s dog had killed her small dog. Deputies contacted the owner of the other dog and discussed the statute regarding certain dog and coyotes prohibited from running at large.
- Cows were reported out on County Road 2688/FM 2659 at approximately 9:51 a.m.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3875 in Mineola, at approximately 9:56 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 70, was found deceased in her residence. The justice of the peace was notified and no autopsy was ordered.
- Horses were reported out at 1960/1950 at approximately 11:03 a.m.
- At approximately 1:11 p.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 4192 in Quitman in reference to a criminal mischief. The reporting party stated that persons known to her had intentionally cut and damaged her fence in multiple locations. This case is forwarded to investigators.
- At approximately 4:52 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 69.
- At approximately 5:36 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 69, north of 515.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 80 near County Road 3832, at approximately 8:12 p.m., in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and arrested the driver, Dakota Peiffer, 29, of Grand Saline for out of county warrants.
- At approximately 11:04 p.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 1941 in Yantis in reference to suspicious circumstances. The homeowner reported hearing dogs barking and thought someone might be on the property. Deputies searched the area and all was OK.
January 10
- At approximately 12:51 a.m., deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 in Quitman in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2389 in Alba, at approximately 7:15 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- At approximately 8:18 a.m., deputies were dispatched to State Highway 154 in Quitman in reference to an open door. Deputies searched the premises and found no forced entry. No damages were found so deputies secured the apartment and cleared the incident.
- Deputies received a telephone call at approximately 8:58 a.m. regarding an assault. Deputies spoke with the reporting party who stated that she had been assaulted the previous day by her live-in boyfriend. She e-mailed photos and Facebook messages which have been forwarded to investigators.
- At approximately 9:07 a.m., deputies spoke on the telephone to a complainant regarding unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated that a person known to her had taken the keys to her car and driven off in the car without her consent. The vehicle was later recovered in Smith County and the case will be forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies met with a reporting party in the lobby of the sheriff’s office, at approximately 11:13 a.m., in reference to credit/debit card abuse. The complainant stated that actors, or actors unknown, had purchased an item using 2 credit cards. The complainant was later notified that one of the transactions had been disputed by the true cardholder. This case will be forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2210 in Mineola, at approximately 1:45 p.m., regarding an animal complaint. Deputies spoke to the complainant who stated that a neighbor’s dog repeatedly came onto his property. Deputies spoke to the dog owner and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 3:51 p.m., Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2427 in Mineola regarding a disturbance. Deputies spoke with one of the parties who admitted to assaulting the victim. However, the victim did not wish to pursue charges so deputies cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to North Main Street in Yantis, at approximately 3:56 p.m., regarding damage to property. Deputies determined this to be civil in nature and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near County Road 4807 near Winnsboro, at approximately 4:56 p.m., in reference to an assault. The reporting party stated that a person known to her began following her car and intentionally rear-ended her car twice. Due to a lack of cooperation on the part of the complainant, this case has been closed.
- At approximately 5:39 p.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 1901 in Yantis regarding a disturbance. Deputies met with both parties and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 8:57 p.m., deputies received a call from a Child Protective Service worker in regards to child abuse. This case is being forwarded to investigators who will be working with CPS.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 in Mineola, at approximately 10:40 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the residence and garage and it was all secure.
- At approximately 11:27 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a business on Highway 37 in Quitman in reference to an open door. Deputies checked the business and surrounding area and then secured the building.
January 11
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1801, at approximately 12:41 a.m., regarding a traffic hazard. Deputies determined there was not a hazard at this location.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 14, at approximately 5:16 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2610 in Mineola, at approximately 5:27 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the alarm company and everything was OK.
- At approximately 9:21 a.m., deputies responded to County Road 2145 in Quitman regarding a traffic hazard. High water in the area had moved several gates away from a fence and into the roadway. Deputies moved the gates out of the road and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 West, at approximately 12:33 p.m., regarding a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and driver, who was having a medical issue, and followed her safely home.
- At approximately 1:45 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 in Yantis regarding an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- Cows were reported out on Highway 37 in Winnsboro at approximately 2:41 p.m.
- At approximately 4:19 p.m., horses were reported out on County Road 1960.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 7547 in Hawkins, at approximately 6:16 p.m., regarding an assault. Deputies issued a criminal trespass warning and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 11:54 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on Highway 80 near Highway 69 in Mineola. Semaj Boston-Brooks, 19, of McKinney, was arrested for Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution Known Felon. Fletcher Jacolby, 21, of Garland was arrested for failure to identify fugitive-intentionally give false information, and multiple out of county warrants.
January 12
- Deputies were dispatched to 69, south of Alba, at approximately 1:34 p.m., regarding a welfare check. Deputies located the vehicle and driver and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 2:07 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop at County Road 1522 at FM 17. Teddy Graham, II, 31, of Grand Saline was arrested for possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of a firearm by felon and abandon/endanger child-criminal negligence.
- Deputies assisted a motorist with changing a flat tire on State Highway 154 east at approximately 4:55 a.m.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 in Mineola, at approximately 8:55 a.m., regarding an animal complaint. Deputies removed dead hogs from the roadway and cleared the incident.
- At approximately 10:07 a.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 1590 in Alba regarding a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3279 in Quitman, at approximately 3:06 p.m., regarding a burglary. Actors, or unknown actors burglarized reporting party’s home and vehicle causing damage and stealing numerous items. This case will be forwarded to investigators.
- At approximately 6:37 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office regarding a sexual assault. The complainant reported that she was assaulted by a known person the previous day. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3425 in Hawkins, at approximately 10:29 p.m., regarding shots fired. Deputies searched the location, but were unable to locate anyone shooting.
January 13
- Deputies met with a complainant in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office, at approximately 12:32 a.m., regarding an assault that occurred at FM 2659 in Hawkins. The reporting party stated that he had been threatened and assaulted by a person known to him. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 8:16 a.m., cows were reported out on 2869/4530.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 in Yantis, at approximately 10:01 a.m., regarding found property. The reporting party found explosive devices in a house that belonged to her deceased father. Deputies took possession of the devices for disposal.
- At approximately 10:56 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office regarding harassment. The complainant had been receiving harassing text messages. She was given advice regarding how to handle the situation.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869, at approximately 3 p.m., regarding an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2311 in Mineola, at approximately 4:12 p.m., regarding a dog bite. After the owner of the dog was located, she provided proof of vaccinations, was issued a dangerous dog notification and advised to quarantine the dog for 10 days.
- At 4:13 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515, at approximately 4:15 p.m., regarding a welfare check. The individual wasn’t located, but the deputies spoke with neighbors who stated that the individual was fine.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3540 in Hawkins, at approximately 4:45 p.m., regarding criminal mischief. Actors or actors unknown damaged the reporting party’s fence.
- At approximately 6:43 p.m., deputies were dispatched to Private Road 5174 in Quitman regarding a disturbance. Deputies met with both of the parties and issued a criminal trespass warning to one of the individuals.
- Deputies went on an arrest/warrant service to Myrtle Street in Winnsboro at approximately 7:53 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies went on an arrest/warrant service to Holiday Village at approximately 8:07 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- At approximately 9:08 p.m., deputies were dispatched to FM 14 in Hawkins regarding a theft. The complainant reported actors, or actors unknown, had stolen many tools in the past few months. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49, at approximately 10:54 p.m., regarding suspicious circumstances. The homeowner reported dogs barking and heard noises outside. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate anything suspicious.
January 14
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Holiday Villages at approximately 12:22 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- At approximately 9:13 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Indian Gap in Quitman regarding a dog bite. The victim was feeding the dog, which was tied to a tree, when she was bitten. The deputies located the dog owner who was issued a citation and told to quarantine the dog for ten days.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2121 in Quitman, at approximately 9:51 a.m., regarding stalking. The complainant was advised to call back the next time she sees him near her home.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4626, at approximately 11:40 a.m., regarding a 911 hang-up call. Deputies located a female at the address in need of medical help who was then transported to the hospital.
- At approximately 1:15 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office regarding a theft. The complainant stated that actors, or actors unknown, had stolen two rings from her daughter’s bedroom. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Cows were reported out on County Road 3265 at approximately 1:49 p.m.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2430 in Mineola, at approximately 2:15 p.m., regarding a drug offense. A minor was arrested for possession of marijuana.
- At approximately 5:07 p.m., deputies were dispatched to highway 69 regarding a reckless driver passing cars on the shoulder. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- At approximately 5:24 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office regarding an aggravated robbery complaint. The reporting party advised that actors, or actors unknown entered his residence with a weapon, threatened him and fired the weapon inside of the house. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 in Mineola, at approximately 7:37 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to County Road 1917 at approximately 10:26 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Myrtle Street at approximately 11:05 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- At approximately 11:33 p.m., deputies were dispatched to County Road 1700 in Yantis regarding suspicious circumstances. The homeowner reported hearing noises outside of the home. Deputies searched the area, but only discovered an armadillo.
Wildcats Soccer Shuts Out Mesquite
Wildcats Soccer Team Shuts Out Mesquite Poteet, 3-0 Friday Night at The Prim
The Wildcats Soccer Team went ahead 1-0 in the first half against Mesquite Poteet and then padded their lead with two second half goals to defeat the Pirates, 3-0 at Gerald Prim Stadium Friday night (January 24). The Wildcats improved their season record to 5-4-4. The Wildcats play Lovejoy, preseason ranked #4 in the region, next Friday night at Prim Stadium.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Paris District Road Report for the Week of Jan. 27, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of Jan. 27, 2020. 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, eating, drinking or car audio or navigation systems.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin County Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins County Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
- State Highway 11, Hopkins County: From State Highway 19 to White Oak Creek. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews replace an existing drainage structure; temporary traffic signals will direct traffic.
- FM 1448, Franklin County: From Wood County line to FM 115. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install drainage structures.
- Interstate 30, Hopkins and Franklin Counties: From Titus County line to Hunt County line. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews upgrade Metal Beam Guard Fence.
- FM 900, Hopkins County: Interstate 30 to Franklin County line. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install drainage structures.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta County Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar County Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River County Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
- US Highway 82, Red River County: from FM 1159 to Bowie County line. Watch for temporary lane closures and traffic shifts while crews extend cross structures and widen pavement to install passing lanes.
- US Highway 82, Lamar County: from Business 82H to Red River County line. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
- US Highway 82, Red River County: from Lamar County line to State Highway 37. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
- US Highway 271, Lamar County: from FM 1499 to Oklahoma state line. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
- State Highway 37 safety upgrades, Red River County: from the Texas-Oklahoma state line south to the Red River-Franklin County line. Watch for work zones as workers upgrade metal-beam guard fence, replace or extend new structures and install safety end treatments.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson County Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin County Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
- US Highway 75, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to SH 91. Watch for daytime main lane shoulder closures and lane closures along the frontage road as crews work to construct detour sections. Lane closures along the main lanes will also be present during the night-time for crews to work on the detours. These lane closures will begin at 7:30 p.m. and should re-opened to traffic by 6 a.m.
- FM 691, Grayson County: from FM 131/Loy Lake Rd. to US 75. Watch for traffic shifts as workers widen FM 691 to an ultimate five-lane roadway. The intersection of FM 691 with FM 131/Loy Lake Road has been converted to a four-way stop intersection and will become a signalized intersection at the conclusion of the construction project.
- US Highway 377, Grayson County: Willis Bridge at the Oklahoma State line. Watch for occasional one lane closures on the existing bridge as workers pour concrete for the new bridge structure.
- US Highway 75 ramp reversal in Denison, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 main lanes and frontage road between Spur 503 and FM 691. Watch for a lane closure on the southbound US 75 frontage road and the westbound Spur 503 ramp while construction crews work on rebuilding the southbound frontage road.
- US Highway 75 slope repair at Randell Lake Road, on the southbound US 75 frontage road between SH 91 and Randell Lake Road, Grayson County: on the southbound US 75 frontage road between SH 91 and Randell Lake Road. The southbound frontage road and Randell Lake exit ramp are closed due to a slope failure. Crews are working to lime treat the soils and place underdrains.
- US Highway 75 full depth concrete repair, Grayson County: crews will be working on US 75, weather permitting, each week from Sunday night through Thursday night. Lane closures will be present during the night-time only in order for crews to replace failed concrete. Lane closures begin at 7:30 p.m. and should be reopened to traffic by 6 a.m.
- US Highway 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma state line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the daytime.
- US Highway 82 & US Highway 69, Grayson County: from FM 131 to FM 1897 on US 82, and from State Highway 56 to US Highway 75 on US 69. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install safety treatments on fixed objects.
- Greer Road, Grayson County: just south of FM 901 at Brushy Creek. Greer Road is closed at Brushy Creek in order to remove and build a new bridge. Traffic on Greer Road will need to use an alternate route, such as Sandusky Road, during construction.
- State Highway 56, Grayson County: from Sherman to Bells. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on blade leveling the roadway.
- FM 1310, Grayson County: from State Highway 91 to Eisenhower State Park. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on blade leveling the roadway.
- FM 1753, Grayson and Fannin County: from FM 1897 to State Highway 78. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
- FM 898, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to State Highway 121. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
- FM 2815, Fannin County: from FM 1629 to State Highway 11. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
- US Highway 82, Fannin County: from State Highway 121 to the Lamar County line. Watch for slow moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two lane roadway to a four lane divided section.
- County Road 3810, Fannin County: at Loring Creek. County Road 3810 is closed at Loring Creek while crews remove and build a new bridge. Traffic on County Road 3810 will need to use an alternate route during construction.
- State Highway 56, Fannin County: west of FM 2077. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on replacing a drainage structure across the roadway.
- FM 100, Fannin County: from US Highway 82 to FM 2216. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on cleaning ditches.
- FM 3297, Fannin County: from State Highway 11 to FM 898. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on blade leveling the roadway.
Dallas Man Jailed On Felony Hopkins County Warrant
A 34-year-old Dallas man was booked into Hopkins County jail Friday morning on a burglary of a building warrant, according to arrest and jail reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office staff were notified that Quindalin Dewayne Gabriel was in custody in Dallas County jail on Hopkins County charges. HCSO Deputy Elijah Fite traveled to Dallas County, took Gabriel into custody at 8 a.m. Jan. 25 and transported him to Hopkins County jail, according to arrest reports.
Gabriel remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday morning , Jan. 2, 2020, on the Hopkins County burglary of a building warrant as well as a Sulphur Springs no driver’s license charge, according to jail reports.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Lady Cats Basketball Comes Up Short
Lady Cats Basketball Team Takes Hard Luck One-Point Loss at Texas High Friday, 43-42
The Lady Cats Basketball Team lost in heartbreaking fashion Friday night (January 24), 43-42 to Texas High on the road as their last shot of the game did not fall. The loss came in a game that the Lady Cats led most of the time. The Lady Cats got off to a good start leading the cold-shooting Lady Tigers, 10-5 after the first quarter and 25-17 at the half. By the end of the third quarter, the Lady Cats lead had dwindled to just two points, 35-33. The game was tied in the fourth quarter when Texas High hit a big three point basket to go up, 43-40. The Lady Cats cut the lead to one point with a Nylah Lindley basket. Neither team scored another point. Lindley and Kenzie Willis scored 16 points apiece to lead the Lady Cats. Addisyn Wall and Kate Womack scored 4 points each. Hannah Cordell had 2 points. Cordell and Lindley did a good job rebounding against the very athletic Lady Tigers. Lady Tiger Kerrighan Dunn scored 12 points to lead Texas High.
Texas High is now 3-2 after the first half of district play. The Lady Cats are 1-4. The Lady Cats start off the second half of district at Royse City next Tuesday evening, their season record is now 8-20.
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Wildcats Basketball Secures Win
Wildcats Basketball Team Heats Up Late to Subdue Texas High on the Road, 64-55 Friday Night
The Wildcats Basketball Team, ranked #9 in Class 5A, used an end of game 10-0 run to finally secure a victory over Texas High, 64-55 in Texarkana Friday night (January 24). The run occurred after the Tigers took their first lead in awhile, 55-54 in the fourth quarter. Day Day Hall started the run with a basket inside the lane. Justin Brock then stepped into a passing lane for a steal and then made a basket on the other end. Brock also closed out the second quarter with a buzzer beating three pointer that gave the Wildcats a 5 point lead at the half. The game was closely contested until the late final run. The game was tied 16-16 after one quarter. The Wildcats went up 34-29 at the half. The Wildcats also ended the first half on a 6-0 run after Texas High had taken a 29-28 lead. The Wildcats led by only 2 after three quarters, 45-43. Wildcat Boo Wilkerson had an excellent offensive night to go with his defense. He led the Wildcats with 20 points including 4 three-point baskets. Wilkerson also helped fuel the Wildcats decisive fourth quarter with 6 points in the period. Hall had 16 points including 2 three-pointers including one from well behind the line. Grayson McClure canned 4 three’s for 12 points. Cameron Kahn and Brock both scored 6 points. Lamodrick Johnson had 4 points. Tigers 6-foot-8 senior C.J. Kelley led Texas High with 20 points. The Wildcats improved to 2-1 in district play while the Tigers slipped to 1-2. The Wildcats win was their 20th of the season and they now have a 20-7 record. The Wildcats play next at Royse City Tuesday night.
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Denton Man Arrested In Hopkins County On Controlled Substance Charge
January 25, 2020 – A 59-year-old Denton man was jailed Friday night after THC wax and marijuana were found in his car, according to arrest reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Jason Lavender reported stopping an eastbound blue Toyota Camry at 11:38 p.m. He alleged the 2019 car traveled past him on Interstate 30 in the left lane at the 120 mile marker and continue driving in the left lane without passing other vehicles. Thus, the deputy stopped him for the traffic infraction.
The car, which reportedly displayed an Oregon license plate, stopped near the 122 mile marker. While talking with the man, Lavender reportedl driver Steven Charles Doron of Denton refused his request to search the car, so the deputy retrieved his canine partner, Chiv, from the patrol vehicle. The police dog allegedly gave a positive alert on the driver’s side of the 2019 car while conducting a free air sniff around it.
During a probable cause search, marijuana was located in the driver’s seat, and multiple canisters containing marijuana and three squares containers with concentrated THC in wax form were found in a white paper bag on the rear passenger’s seat floorboard, Lavender alleged in arrest reports. Consequently, Doron was arrested at 11:49 p.m. Jan. 24, and jailed for possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance; the car was impounded.
Doron remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday morning, Jan. 25, on the third-degree felony charge.
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The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
