Paris District Road Report for the Week of March 16, 2020
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of March 16, 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.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co.
Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
US 75, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). Watch for shoulder closures on northbound and southbound US 75 between Center Street and FM 1417 as crews work on building detours. The southbound Travis Street connector ramp onto southbound US
75 was closed permanently. Traffic is being detoured onto the frontage road to Park Avenue. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph has been set for this construction project.
FM 1417, Grayson County: from US 82 to SH 56. Watch for daytime lane closures between US 82 and SH 56. Crews will be performing utility work as well as constructing a portion of the new Sand Creek bridge. A reduced speed limit of 45 mph has been set for this construction project.
FM 691, Grayson County: from FM 131/Loy Lake Road 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.
FM 121, Grayson County: from Jim Jones Road to FM 3356. This project is expected to begin on April 6 after utilities have been relocated. The ultimate roadway will be a five-lane section at the conclusion of the project.
US 377, Grayson County: Willis Bridge at the Oklahoma State line. Watch for occasional lane closures on the existing bridge as workers pour concrete for the new bridge structure.
US 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 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 75 Full Depth concrete repair, Grayson County: crews will be working on US 75, weather permitting, each week from Sunday night thru Thursday night. Lane closures will be present during the nighttime 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 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 82 & US 69, Grayson County: from FM 131 to FM 1897 on US 82, and from SH 56 to US 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.
Park Road 20, Grayson County: within Eisenhower State Park. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work to blade level the roadway.
SH 56, Grayson County: between east FM 1417 and the Fannin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work to blade level the roadway.
FM 1753, Grayson and Fannin County: from FM 1897 to SH 78. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 898, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to SH 121. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 2815, Fannin County: from FM 1629 to SH 11. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 1743, Fannin County: from SH 56 to FM 1550. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
US 82, Fannin County: from SH 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. Watch for a traffic shift near the SH 56 intersection in Honey Grove as
crews work to build the new westbound lanes. Westbound traffic is being shifted to the eastbound side during this period.
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 CR 3810 will need to use an alternate route during construction.
County Road 2998, Fannin County: at Cottonwood Creek. County Road 2998 is tentatively scheduled to be closed on April 6 in order for crews to remove the existing bridge and build a new bridge.
County Road 4920, Fannin County: at Indian Creek. County Road 4920 is tentatively scheduled to be closed on April 6 in order for crews to remove the existing bridge and build a new bridge.
FM 897, Fannin County: from US 82 to CR 2950 in Lannius. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on performing base repairs.
FM 1396, Fannin County: from US 82 to FM 2029. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews work on performing base repairs.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976;
Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
SH 11, Hopkins County: From SH 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.
SH 11, Hopkins County: From 1.5 miles east of FM 3134 to 0.82 miles east of FM 2653. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform milling operations.
FM 1448, Franklin County: From Wood County Line to FM 115. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install drainage structures.
IH 30, Hopkins & 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: I-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 Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co.
Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
US 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 82, Lamar County: from BU 82H to Red River County Line. An overnight lane closure just west of FM 1508 in order to upgrade rail will be in place. Watch for daytime shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence at other locations throughout project limits.
US 82, Red River County: from Lamar County Line to SH 37. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
US 271, Lamar County: from FM 1499 to Oklahoma State Line. Watch for temporary shoulder and lane closures while crews upgrade metal beam guard fence.
SH 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.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903)455-2303; Rains Co.
Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
SH 66, Hunt County: from near FM 6 to near FM 2642. A project consisting of widening pavement, installing continuous left-turn lanes, and safety-treating fixed objects is underway.
Please be aware of lane closures and workers in this area. Weather permitting, they will resume work on the last box culvert extension, and widening County Roads 2666 and 2664.
SH 276, Hunt County: at Bull Creek, rip-rap repair project. The contractor is working on replacing concrete rip-rap that has failed along SH 276. The contractor will do partial lane closures intermittently. Please be careful when traveling in the area.
SPUR 264, Hunt County: in Quinlan. Sidewalk improvement project. Contractor is currently forming up and pouring sidewalks. Please be careful when traveling in the area and watch out for workers.
FM36, Hunt County maintenance crews are working on overlaying both lanes. Please be careful when driving in the area.
Debris and litter operations will be ongoing throughout multiple parts of the county. Please be careful when traveling, and watch out for workers.
North Hopkins Baseball Team Gets Win Against Collinsville Thursday in Lindsay Tournament
The North Hopkins Panthers Baseball Team split two games in a Lindsay tournament Thursday. The Panthers defeated Collinsville, 8-3 and then lost to Blue Ridge, 7-4.
Against Collinsville, the Panthers fell behind 2-0 in the bottom of the first but then scored 8 unanswered runs in the 8-3 win. North Hopkins outhit Collinsville, 10-1. Collinsville committed 2 errors and the Panthers had 1 Kevin Clement was solid on the mound going 4 1/3 innings allowing only the 1 hit and 3 runs, only 1 of which was earned. Clement struck out 11 and walked 7. Brycen Gillespie finished up the game pitching and retired the batter he faced. The Panthers got big hitting games from Gillespie who was 3 for 4 with 2 runs scored, 2 RBIs with a double. Karson Jenkins was 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored and 2 RBIs. Clement was 2 for 2 with a run scored and an RBI. Jessie Rivera was 1 for 3 with a run scored and a walk. Geoffrey Stewart was 1 for 3 with an RBI and a walk. Dakota Smith scored a run and had an RBI. Sean Hill was 1 for 3 with a run scored. Tate Myers had a walk. The Panthers swiped 14 bases and Rivera stole 4, Jenkins had 3, Gillespie and Clement stole 2 and Jenkins, Smith, Hill and Robert Perry had 1 steal. The Panthers were rained out in the Lindsay tournament on Friday.
Court System To Begin Taking Precautions To Prevent Potential Spread Of Coronavirus
Eighth Judicial District Judge Eddie Northcutt Friday sent out a notice to those involved in the court system in Hopkins County notifying them measures are being implemented, at the recommendation of the Office of Court Administration, as a precautions due to the spread of coronavirus across the state, country and globe.
All non-essential proceedings are being rescheduled as needed. To avoid large groups of people, as state and federal officials are recommending, non-essential in-person court proceedings will be avoided through April 1.
The court will be working to reset until April or May dockets in the 8th Judicial District Court for defendants who are out on bond.
Currently scheduled bench trial will proceed as scheduled, as will several “essential proceedings.”
Additional accommodations could be made regarding bond for those in custody and new arrests as deemed appropriate by Northcutt and County-Court-At-Law Judge Clay Harrison, to prevent overcrowding at the jail. Accommodations can be made in advance to the public in keeping with the open courts provision in the Constitution.
Below is Northcutt’s full letter to court officials and others affiliated with the system who could be impacted by the limitations on judicial proceedings:
Paris Junior College Extends Spring Break One Week for Students
Although there are no cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) at Paris Junior College, there are some confirmed cases in nearby counties. Consequently, out of an abundance of concern for our students, faculty, staff, and our community, PJC has determined to extend the 2020 spring break for students for one week, March 16-20.
Campuses will be closed to students during this week, but students may call the campus. This time will allow faculty and staff to prepare and coordinate planning for the remainder of the semester. Online classes, including the 8-week term courses set to begin March 16, will continue as normal.
On Monday, March 23, PJC classes will resume, strictly in an online environment. It is hoped that face-to-face classes will resume on April 6. The College will continue to monitor the situation and confirm this date or extend online classes depending on the situation at that time. A determination will be made in the coming weeks about the ability to continue face-to-face classes for the remainder of the semester, hold final exams in person/on campus, and the ability to hold commencement as currently scheduled.
Faculty and Staff
Although students will receive an additional week of spring break (March 16-20), all full-time faculty and staff should report to campus on Monday, March 16. The week of March 16-20 will be used for faculty and staff to prepare and coordinate planning for the remainder of the semester. Part-time employees are not to report to work unless contacted and instructed to do so by their supervisor.
Student Workers
Student workers are not expected to return to campus to work until Monday, April 6. The College will continue to monitor this situation and confirm this date or extend the date depending on the situation.
Self-Monitoring / Self-Isolation / Self-Quarantine
If a student or an employee who has traveled outside of the U.S. during the last 14 days or who has traveled to an area in the U.S. that has had reported COVID-19 cases, this individual may need to self-isolate or self-quarantine and should follow all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations. Students who choose to self-isolate should notify their instructor. Employees electing to self-isolate should notify their supervisor and Human Resources.
Student Travel
Student Travel (including athletics) – All Paris Junior College sponsored student travel (including athletic travel) is suspended until Monday, April 6. The College will continue to monitor the situation and confirm this date or extend the suspension of travel depending on the situation at that time.
Employee Travel
All travel for PJC employees is suspended until Monday, April 6, unless it is determined to be mission-critical or health-critical and has been approved by the College leadership.
Employees are responsible for canceling all travel plans and reservations. Please note that the College will work with faculty and staff regarding incurred expenses for conferences or events that have been canceled or for conferences or events where the College has suspended
travel.
Precautions to Continue to Take
• Wash your hands for 20 seconds
• Use hand sanitizer
• Avoid shaking hands
• Maintain a good “social distance” between you and others
• Disinfect frequently touched objects using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
• Stay home when you are sick and avoid close contact with those who are sick
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
College leadership will continue to monitor this rapidly changing situation. The College will issue additional updates as the situation evolves. We greatly appreciate your support as we continue to work with health and government officials to protect your safety and health. For those wishing to register by phone in online classes, call 903-782-0425 in Paris, 903-
454-9333 in Greenville, and 903-885-1232 in Sulphur Springs.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Dan Flynn Urges Governor To Cancel STAAR Tests
In a letter dated March 13, 2020, Representative Dan Flynn wrote to Governor Greg Abbott urging the Governor to “cancel and eliminate” the STAAR testing requirement this 2019-2020 school year.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report Feb. 26-March 3, 2020
Wood County Sheriff’s Report Feb. 26-March 3, 2020
February 26
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 12:41 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1516 near Alba, at approximately 6:12 a.m., in reference to an alarm.
- Deputies spoke with the property owner and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1558 near Alba, at approximately 6:25 a.m., in reference to an alarm.
- Deputies spoke with an employee and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2436 near Mineola, at approximately 8:01 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the property owner and determined it was an accident.
- At 10:06 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Quitman.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3812 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:14 a.m., in reference to an animal complaint. Deputies located the dogs and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Quitman, at approximately 2:43 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2235 near Mineola, at approximately 3:17 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies responded to a motorist assist on FM 49 near Hawkins; at approximately 6:33 p.m. Taylor Christensen, 32, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:37 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 7:25 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- At 8:34 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
February 27
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:26 a.m., in reference to harassment on FM 778 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 11:23 a.m.
- Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.Deputies responded to an abandoned 911 call on CR 2460 near Mineola; at approximately 4:01 p.m. Deputies made contact with the individuals and everything was OK.
- At 5:27 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 80 near Mineola.
- At 5:31 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2320 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 6:59 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:35 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 5295 near Yantis, at approximately 7:51 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Patton St. in Mineola; at approximately 8:49 p.m. Megan Ratliff, 32, of Alba, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 37 near Winnsboro; at approximately 10:54 p.m. Jimmy Curry, 52, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
February 28
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Loop 564 near Mineola; at approximately 12:14 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2270 near Mineola, at approximately 1:44 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and determined it was an accident.
- At 8:08 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1600 near Alba.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:21 a.m., in reference to a scam on PR 5935 near Yantis. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:42 a.m., in reference to a scam on HWY 11 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 12:05 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4494 near Winnsboro.
- At 12:33 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 4930 near Quitman.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 7495 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:56 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 14 near Quitman; at approximately 1:26 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1668 near Alba, at approximately 2:20 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged a gate and stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2270 near Mineola, at approximately 10:44 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Lake Holbrook point; at approximately 11:21 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
February 29
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2155 near Quitman, at approximately 12:21 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2174 near Quitman, at approximately 12:54 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies made contact with the individuals and cleared the incident.
- At 1:36 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 80 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1901 near Yantis, at approximately 7:26 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the day.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 2966 near Quitman; at approximately 11:33 a.m. Steven Rogers, 57, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence.
- At 3:00 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 80 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2980 near Alba, at approximately 3:29 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the reporting party.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 4:04 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:16 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on HWY 80 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3955 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:13 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies located the individuals with firearms that shot a dog. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4560 near Winnsboro; at approximately 5:32 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2350 near Quitman; at approximately 6:43 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:01 p.m., in reference to a disturbance on FM 852 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 10:01 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 1647 near Mineola.
March 1
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 12:15 a.m. Travis Battee, 25, of Big Sandy, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated with Open Alcoholic Container.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2200 near Mineola, at approximately 1:59 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1785 near Yantis; at approximately 4:08 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 6278 near Mineola, at approximately 9:19 a.m., in reference to shots fired. Justin Mitchell, 24, of Mineola, was arrested for Deadly Conduct Discharge Firearm.
- At 9:36 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1570 near Alba.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4294 near Como, at approximately 2:14 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3269 near Quitman, at approximately 4:56 p.m., in refrence to an
- assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1858 near Yantis, at approximately 4:56 p.m., in reference to harassment. Deputies made contact with the reporting party and cleared the incident.
March 2
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Main St. in Yantis; at approximately 4:02 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1602 near Alba, at approximately 7:09 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the day.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4165 near Quitman, at approximately 8:47 a.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a firearm from the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 9:07 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2121 near Quitman, at approximately 9:36 a.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole a vehicle from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2351 near Mineola, at approximately 9:52 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged the reporting party’s mailbox.
- Deputies were dispatched to Valley Wood Tail near Hawkins, at approximately 1:13 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 6963 near Alba, at approximately 1:21 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:12 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint on CR 2460 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 4:46 p.m., in reference to a possible theft. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 5:45 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:11 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on Walnut St. in Yantis. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lane St. in Quitman, at approximately 10:40 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
March 3
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:08 a.m., in reference to harassment on HWY 80 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 7:54 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the individual that set the alarm off and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2425 near Mineola, at approximately 8:52 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- At 8:57 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Yantis.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4510 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:02 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:49 p.m., in reference to a scam on FM 515 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 4:15 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, used the reporting party’s company checks without authorization. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Edwards St. in Mineola; at approximately 9:54 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Agency Assists
- Between the dates of February 26 and March 3, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Precinct 2 Constable, Department of Public Safety, Henderson County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Medical Services, Quitman Police Department, and Mineola Police Department.
Total Jail Count
- 125 inmates
- 104 males
- 21 females
Reminders from Sheriff Castloo
Sheriff Thomas 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.
Hopkins County Records For March 13, 2020
Applications for Marriage Licenses
- Alejandro Rodriguez Mendoza and Nancy Crystal Arana
- James Raymond Dunham and Sharon Ann Newkirk
Land Deed Transactions
- Barry Wade to Selene Moreno and Francisco J. Saldana; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Denise Campbell, Larry J. Wade Jr. and Marrion Wade to Barry Wade; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Ronnie C. Turner to Kason Childress; tract in the Santos Coy survey
- Josh Collins and Nikki Collins to David Poe and Patricia Poe; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Gary T. Hancock and Marilyn Hancock to Josh Collins and Nikki Collins; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Sandra Smith to Danny Weems and Lynda Weems; tract in the B. Anderson survey
- Angela Correa and Antonio Correa Salas Jr. to Samuel Correa-Salas and Elizabeth Alexa Gandara; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Stella Snider to Carmen Kelley; tract in the John Clark survey
- Archie Braddy and Asia Braddy to Wynar Unique Home Care, Asia Braddy Acting CEO
- David Allen Walker to Danny Arnold and Lindee Arnold; tract in the Thomas Yates survey
- Marlin Lester Gallender to Antoinette R. Frack and Stephen Kay Frack; tract in the Duncan Sanders survey
- Pecan Ridge Holdings Series LLC and Pecan Ridge Holdings Series LLC Series Mag-1 to Alan Screws and Kim Screws; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Gary Lewis to Ronald G. Haygood; tract in the Agaton Caro survey
- Anita L. Pugh Spa, Larry W. Pugh and Anita L. Steger to Deborah M. Osbourn and Donald J. Osbourn; tract in the J. Ybarbo survey
- Brent Johnson and Rachael Johnson to Craig Paul Anderson; tract in the Jose Ybarbo survey
- Miller Family Trust, Maureen Miller trustee, to Clint Bailey and Jessica Bailey; tract in the Daniel Morgan survey
- Horacio Saenz and Sarai A. Seanz to Nestor Hernandez and Norma Hernandez; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Teal S. Clayton to Brian Shurtleff; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Joe Jennings and Patricia Jennings to Patricia Renee Jennings; tract in the John G. Gant survey
- Rebecca Jane Woods to Eira Marios Conley and Lacinda Kay Conley; tract in the Elizabeth Melton survey
- CT310 LLC to The Rilam Group III LP; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Jana Zane Hayes sub trustee to Big State Land and Cattle Inc. and CRH Investments Inc.; tract in the Alex O. Wetmore survey
- Felicia Allen to Felicia Allen and June Sykes; tract in the D. Patterson Addition
- John Allen Jr. to Felicia Allen; tract in the D Patterson Addition
ALL Hopkins County Schools To Be Closed Next Week, March 2020
March 13, 2020 – The list of local schools extending spring break, as a precaution against coronavirus, continued to grow Friday afternoon with all Hopkins County districts and Yantis opting not to hold classes next week. UIL has also suspended all activities March 16-29.
Cumby, North Hopkins, Como-Pickton, Sulphur Springs ISD, Miller Grove, Saltillo, Sulphur Bluff all confirmed this afternoon that they will not have classes next week.
SSISD posted their notice at noon that classes are canceled next week and all extracurricular activities are suspended as well. SSISD Fine Arts staff are working to determine the changes in local performance and competition schedules, with everything canceled next week.
Cumby ISD posted the following notice just before 3 p.m. Friday, March 13:
Due to the the seriousness of the corona virus. It is in the best interest of our students and athletes to close our campus down next week. All sports, including workouts, are canceled/postponed until a later date.
As updates are available, we will post.
Cumby ISD Superintendent Shelly Slaughter at 5 p.m. distributed the following news release:
North Hopkins ISD also sent out and posted the following alert:
“At this time, due to concerns for the health and safety of our North Hopkins family – students, staff, and community, North Hopkins ISD will extend Spring Break one week to minimize the potential spread of COVID-19. Beginning Monday, March 16, no extracurricular, practices or UIL activities will take place until further notice. We understand that this decision will directly impact students and staff and we thank you for your support.
“The extended break will allow the district time to assess the situation. As decisions are made beyond the coming weeks, information will be forthcoming. We will continue to work to keep updates posted to the district’s website at www.northhopkins.net as well as our normal tools of communication.
“As of now, NHISD staff and students should plan to return Monday, March 23 to resume school.
Shortly after 3 p.m. Como-Pickton CISD Superintendent Dr. Greg Bower posted a letter to the community that after conferring with state and local officials, the decision has been made to extend spring break another week as well. School is tentatively slated to resume on March 23. All extracurricular activities for students and staff are canceled as well.
Saltillo ISD Superintendent David Stickles just before 5 p.m. March 13 also released the following news release regarding the district’s preventive measures in relation to coronavirus.
Sulphur Bluff ISD Superintendent Dustin Carr about 4:40 p.m. reported SBISD will also be closed next week as a precaution against coronavirus.
Miller Grove ISD Superintendent Steve Johnson also posted the following press release just before 4:30 p.m. Friday notifying families that MGISD too will be closed.
Yantis ISD will also be closed next week, Tracey Helfferich reported just after 6 p.m. Friday, March 13.
UIL also as a health safety measure has suspended all UIL activities for the time being.
UIL, however, has left rehearsals and practices to the discretion of local school districts.
“We are urging our member schools and their communities to stay vigilant and take every possible precaution to remain safe and healthy,” said UIL Executive Director Dr. Charles Breithaupt. “We understand there is a lot of uncertainty during this unprecedented time. Please know UIL leadership is working diligently to adjust to this rapidly evolving situation and will share updates as soon as possible.”
The UIL will continue following the direction of state and local officials to monitor this situation and will make additional announcements as needed.
For those wondering when activities will be made up, be sure to check the UIL website regularly for academic, athletic and music scheduling.
Sulphur Springs ISD Extends Spring Break One Week
In response to the worldwide pandemic know as the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) the Sulphur Springs ISD has decided to extend Spring Break for one week for all students in the district, to minimize public interaction between students, teachers, faculty and staff. The cautious measure follows school districts across the state and nation. This does NOT mean that any cases are confirmed or suspected in the SSISD community, but will hopefully minimize any suspected cases that could arise. The SSISD administration does not want to cause any panic, but wants to be responsible, and follow the example of others across the nation. This extended break will give them time to assess the current situation.
Students, faculty and staff will return to the classrooms on March 23rd.
