Wildcats Baseball and Lady Cats Softball Continue Tournament Play on Game Day Friday
The Wildcats Baseball Team and the Lady Cats Softball Team continue tournament play in separate tournaments on this game day Friday (February 28).
The Wildcats are playing in the 29th Annual Rose City Classic in Tyler. Thursday the Wildcats opened the regular season in the tournament with a win and a loss. The Wildcats got a 10-2 win over Lindale and then lost to the host school, Tyler Lee, 7-2. The win over district opponent Lindale was bound to have pleased Wildcats Coach Jerrod Hammack since the Eagles defeated the Wildcats four times without a loss last year including three district victories and a win in the Rose City Classic. In the late game Thursday, the Red Raiders jumped out ahead of the Wildcats 5-0 and then held on to win 7-2. Will Sims had two of the Wildcats three hits and drove home both of their runs. Sims also took the pitching loss. Friday the Wildcats, 1-1 for the season, play Hallsville at Mike Carter Field at 4 p.m. The Wildcats will play a pair of games Saturday back to back. They play Waxahachie at 10 a.m. and then Forney at noon.
The Lady Cats Softball Team lost two games to strong opponents Thursday in the 21st Annual Allen Varsity Softball Tournament. The Lady Cats lost to Wylie East, 7-2 and then fell to Class 6A Hebron, 10-2. The Lady Cats were only outhit by Hebron 11-8. The Lady Cats are now 2-6 for the season. At 11 a.m. Friday, the Lady Cats began to play Dallas W.T. White on Allen Station 1 Field. The Lady Cats also face Hurst L.D. Bell at 5 p.m. Friday on the same Allen Station 1 Field. Saturday the Lady Cats oppose Bishop Lynch at 5 p.m. on Allen High School Field 2.
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.
Wildcats Basketball Team Faces Red Oak in Area Game at Forney on Game Day Friday
The Wildcats Basketball Team plays Red Oak in an Area round game on this Friday (February 28) game day at 7:30 p.m. at Forney. The Wildcats, ranked #10 in Class 5A, advanced to Area with a 78-55 win over Lufkin Monday night at Tyler Junior College. The Red Oak Hawks, ranked #12 in Class 5A, got a Tuesday night win over West Mesquite, 69-62, in DeSoto to advance. The Wildcats have a season record of 27-8 and they were the runner up team in District 15-5A. Red Oak has a season record of 23-11 and there are district champions of District 14-5A. The Hawks went through the district season unbeaten with a 12-0 record including a pair of wins over Midlothian. KSST Radio will bring you the Wildcats and Hawks from Forney with live audio streaming starting at 7:30 p.m. The game will also be videotaped for replay at a later date on Channel 18 on Suddenlink Cable.
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.
Hopkins County Records for Feb. 28, 2020
Land Deed Transactions
- Jose Vargas and Rebecca Vargas to Russell James Schrowang and Sue Ann Schrowang; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Velma Faye Henderson Lightfoot, independently and as independent executor for the JW Lightfoot Estate, to Carson Jacob Stephens and Madeline Jane Stephens; tract in the A. Richey survey
- Bonnie Burtch and Ken Burtch to Danie Jay Burtch, David Todd Burtch, Russell Scott Burtch and Susan Kay Burtch; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Barbara Usry and Charles Usry to Bradley Scott Stephens and Nita Rene’ Stephens; tract in the J. Ybarbo survey
- Esmeralda V. Cervantes and Gavino Cervantes to BB Forest LLC; tract in the JS Reed survey
- Charlton Construction LLC to Holli D. Richey and Michael Richey; tract in the Marie Santos Coy survey
- Tammielyn Norris Dewolf to Steven K. Dewolf Estate, Tammielyn Norris Dewolf independent executor; tract in the Joseph Morgan survey
- Tammielyn Norris Dewolf to Steven K. Dewolf Estate, Tammielyn Norris Dewolf, independent executor; tract in the Robert Ashmore survey
- Billy J. Cummings Jr. and Sontaree Cummings to Jennifer Ogilvie; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Brandi Caddell and Logan Caddell to David Trent Vail; tract in the Wm. H Moses survey
- Jennifer Sullivan and John M. Sullivan to Deborah Balkcom and Ichobod L. Balkcom IV; tract in the James S. Johnson survey
- Enrique Pulido and Rosa Pulido to Leticia Buenrostro known as Leticia Beles Gonzalez; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Jesus Gonzalez to Leticia Beles Gonzalez; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Barbara Bailey and Jimmy Bailey to Karla Kay Chester; tract in the Elizabeth Mitchell survey
- Chandra Green and James Shortnacy to Rufina Gallego Ayala and Jose Antonio Perez Sanchez; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Tommy Washington Jr. who is also known as Tom F. Washington Jr. to Ryan Pope; tract in the James Gahagan survey
- Chris Morris Flemens to Marrisa Belle Flemens; tract in the A. Caro survey
- Deborah Beckham and Steve Beckham to Gary Lewis; tract in the Agaton Caro survey
- Jason Shane Crump and Tiffany Crump to Aise J. Bouma and Charlotte A. Bouma; tract in the James W. Poe survey
- Harriet Fletcher and Clarence Robinson Jr. to CT310 LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Dale McMahan and Sherri McMahan to Joshua D. Thomas and Krysten M. Thomas; tract in the AD Patterson survey
- Cleave D. Freeman and Linda Freeman to Johnathon B. Hulse
- Laura Peek to XR4 Innovations LLC; tract in the Jose Ybarbo survey
- Carolyn M. Craig to William C. Van Wey
- April Michelle Bulkley and Bryant Bulkley to Kathryn Anne Alvis; tract in the John Clark survey
- Fellowship Christian Church Sulphur Springs, First Christian Church Sulphur Springs and Glen Hall to Lorie Layne Martin; tract in the Jose Ybarbo survey
- Bank of Hope to David Hong; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
Applications for Marriage Licenses
- Edwin Sanchez and Michelle Nicole Jordan
- Cameron Lynn Bain and Rebecca Mae Matlock
- Christopher Lee Vondrasek and Krissy Ann Barker
- Caleb Scott Archer and Kaura Lee Grogan
- Hesston Blake Taylor and Keri Kaye Jetton
- Corey Gene Edwards and Katie Jo Hughes
- Marquise Daquan Champion and Natasha Sherice Lee
- Michael Zachery Lemond and Paige Leann Climer
- James Daniel Welker and Othoria Whitley Hopes
Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock, NETLA Awards Include Buckles
Earning a commemorative belt buckle is an outward show of success in all kinds of agricultural shows and contests which include livestock and mechanics. A “trophy buckle” is a wearable show of pride for it’s owner, and reflects a tradition of pride in the organization which bestows it. The same is true for the Northeast Texas Livestock Association or NETLA.
4H and FFA youth competitors in the Hopkins County Junior Market Livestock Show, or “county show,” have the opportunity to take home a buckle when their animal earns high-point in it’s class, or when the project earns the title of Champion or Reserve Champion in it’s class. The complete array of award buckles in each specie were on display during the NETLA Buyers Luncheon held on February 27, 2020.
Besides earning a species buckle in categories including Broilers, Swine, Lamb, Goat and Cattle, there are a few very special commemorative buckles which youth competitors can earn. Recently, Ag Mechanics projects built by members of FFA Chapters around Hopkins County have been included during the County Show, with winners advancing to the NETLA Sale of Champions. The Ag Mechanics Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Buckles are highly prized!
The NETLA Top Sales Award honors the late Jackie Gibson, a local agriculturist who took it upon himself to raise money to further assist NETLA’s efforts to reward youngsters whose projects “made the sale.” As every parent knows, there is a lot of expense involved in raising winning show animals. Funds which Jackie raised from individuals and business people within his circle of friends was pooled, then used to purchase projects at the sale, increase purchase money, and to add money to sale exhibitors. Gibson’s grassroots efforts to support NETLA has been carried forward to today, and is a tradition recognized each year with this exclusive Jackie Gibson Memorial Award.
Marcus Hill: Helping Build Futures Through 4H and FFA
February 28, 2020 – Businessman and agriculturist Marcus Hill, President of Ag Workers Insurance Company, remains one of the most successful and influential graduates of Sulphur Springs High School, due to his lifelong interest and involvement in 4H and FFA programs for youth. Although he is often in Ft Worth at his business headquarters, he continues to maintain family property in the Yantis area. One of the reasons for his success is that his early life was beneficially influenced by both 4H and FFA organizations.
Born in Sulphur Springs in 1947, Marcus began his leadership journey in 4H with membership in a local club at the age of 9 and served as Student Body President and as an FFA Officer in high school. After graduation, Marcus was elected as Texas State FFA President and traveled all over the state, speaking to high school students, ag science teachers, businesses and civic groups. During his year as president, he was able to meet and learn from great leaders, politicians and businessmen. He attended Texas A&M University and served as Student Senator, and was appointed by General Rudder to attend a National Convention at Vanderbilt University. He graduated Texas A&M in 1971 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Education. While pursuing a Masters Degree in educational psychology, Marcus worked as a n insurance agent for National Farm Life Insurance. After graduation, he joined National Farm Life and it’s subsidiary, Agricultural Workers Auto Insurance Company full time, becoming President in 1988. Other business successes include forming Worth Casualty Company and Ag Pro Services.
Marcus is dedicated to giving back to the youth and the field of agriculture. He is an Honorary Vice President of the Ft. Worth Stock Show, and is on the Calf Scramble Committee. He is past President of the 4H Foundation Board and former member of the FFA Foundation Sponsor Board, a member of Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership Advisory Board, former member of Youth Activities Committee at the State Fair of Texas, former advisory board for Tarrant County College of Business, member of College of Ag Dean’s Advisory Council at Tarleton State University, and a former member of Texas FFA Foundation.
You will often see Marcus at local stock shows and fairs supporting the youth with contributions or by purchasing their animals at the sale. He has bought many youths their first pair of Justin boots, and believes in raising grand champion kids! In addition to the contributions from Ag Workers, Mr. Hill frequently speaks at FFA events to pass along his knowledge and experience to the industry. Marcus is also a proud member of T.A.L.L., Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership program.
3 Hopkins County Residents Jailed On Warrants Alleging Child Sex Offenses
February 28, 2020 – Three people were jailed Thursday on warrants alleging sex offenses involving children, according to arrest reports.
Sulphur Springs Police Officer Silas Whaley and Sgt. Brandon Mayes were alerted Ken Franklin Cabler, a wanted man, was at the station. They confirmed the warrant and took the 54-year-old Sulphur Springs man into custody at 2:15 p.m. Feb. 27, according to arrest reports.
Cabler remained in Hopkins County jail Friday morning. Bond was set at $50,000 on the second-degree felony sexual assault of a child charge, according to jail reports.
SSPD Officer Cameron Robinson took Shawn Michael Matheny into custody at 1:53 p.m. Feb. 27 at his Calvert Street residence on an indecency with a child by sexual contact warrant, according to arrest reports.
Police were alerted at the beginning of the week. An interview was scheduled Wednesday, Feb. 26, at Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center with the alleged victim, a 10-year-old. Based on information gleaned, SSPD Sgt. Detective David Gilmore sought a warrant for Matheny’s arrest. Upon receiving the warrant, police served it and took Matheny to jail, according to Gilmore.
Matheny remained in Hopkins County jail Friday, Feb. 28, on the indecency with a child by sexual contact charge. Bond was set at $50,000, according to jail reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron Chaney reported seeing a pickup believed to belong to Noe Negrete traveling south on FM 269 south and turn into his residence. Aware that Negrete had an active warrant for his arrest, the deputy pulled into the driveway and made contact with the man, who had exited the truck and was walking toward the residence, Chaney noted in arrest reports.
The 35-year-old Pickton man taken into custody at 11:02 a.m. Feb. 27 and jailed for indecency with a child by sexual contact, according to arrest reports. Negrete remained in the county jail Friday morning, Feb. 28. Bond was set at $50,000 on the second-degree felony 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.
Early Voting Concludes Today
Early voting by personal appearance in the Republican and Democratic Primary Elections ends today. Ballots may be cast by Hopkins County voters until 5 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Justice of the Peace 2 Courtroom located inside Hopkins County Courthouse Annex (the Tax/Justices of the Peace offices).
As of Thursday evening, 249 voters had cast ballots in the Democratic Primary and 1,625 in the Republican Primary, according to the total voter counts posted by the early voting judges.
That’s up from 924 voters casting ballots in the Republican elections and 137 in the Democratic elections as of 5:30 p.m. Feb. 24.
Election Day voting in Hopkins County will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 3 at the 12 voting center locations throughout the county:
- Our Savior Lutheran Church
- Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
- Hopkins County Courthouse
- Grace Family Church
- Hopkins County Regional Civic Center
- League Street Church of Christ
- Saltillo ISD
- Cumby Municipal Building
- Sulphur Bluff ISD
- Como-Pickton CISD
- Miller Grove ISD
- North Hopkins ISD
Unlike state and national offices, only contested election at the county-level is between Charles Humphries and John Brian Beadle for the Republican nomination for Precinct 2 Constable. Bill Allan opted not to seek election to another term as Constable, Precinct 2.
Democrats are also asked to consider 11 propositions and Republicans to consider 9 propositions.
Inmate Accused Of Threatening Jail Staff, Fight While In Custody
A 22-year-old inmate at Hopkins County jail has been accused of making threats toward jail staff and a fight that reportedly occurred while he has been in custody, according to sheriff’s investigators.
Jakwaviane Kentrail Goodson allegedly made death threats to jail staff and Sheriff’s officers sought and obtained warrants for Goodson’s arrest on two charges of obstruction or retaliation. The threats were directed toward two individuals, according to Hopkins County Sheriff’s Chief Investigator Corley Weatherford. The offenses were reported around 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, according to sheriff’s reports.
Goodson was served at the jail with two obstruction or retaliation warrants at 1:10 p.m. Feb. 27, according to arrest reports.
Investigator Wade Sheets was also working a case in which Goodson was alleged to have been in a fight while in custody. A warrant was sought in connection with that alleged offense as well, according to Weatherford.
A warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon was added at 2 p.m. Feb. 27 to the list of charges Goodson is facing.
Goodson has been in the county jail since his arrest July 20, 2019, on sexual assault of a child, tampering with or fabricating physical evidence charges, and obstruction or retaliation charges, according to jail reports. He was indicted on the sexual assault and tampering with evidence charge in October 2019, according to court 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.
Broadway at I-30 Flashing Red This Morning
Prepare for some minor delays at the intersections of Broadway and I-30 this morning as traffic ligthts at both intersections are flashing red.
TxDOT has been notified, and is sending a crew to investigate. No other details are available at this time. Stay tuned to KSST for updates.
