Local Farmer Gets a Surprise: Advises to Be Watchful of Snakes!
Marlon Webb, an organic farmer in the Arbala Community was surprised what Trixie found in the yard, and even more surprised that she immediately knew what to do with the find! The 33-inch copperhead was killed by the pup not far from the house and walking paths the family uses. Webb said “she bit it in the center of it’s body, and surprisingly, she didn’t get bitten. We stretched it out and it was pretty big for a copperhead. Trix has already earned her stripes for a lifetime with this! We had just gotten her during the holidays! So I guess finding stuff is just in her genes.”
Webb went on to say, “Please tell everyone that the snakes are active, and to be careful when working flowerbeds, also watch where you step and where you put your hands!”
Pilot Club Juggles Annual Fundraiser, Hoop Dreams, Nominations for Caregiver of the Year, Members Drive
During February, the busy members of Pilot Club of Sulphur Springs are inviting you to share their newest projects; the Hoop Dreams Basketball League, the selection of a Caregiver of the Year and the annual Fundraiser fun and music event! All the events take place during February 2020. And in addition, they’re currently seeking energetic new members to join them in the mission of Pilot Club International; to influence positive change in communities throughout the world. To do this, we come together in friendship and service, focusing on encouraging brain safety and health and supporting those who care for others. If you are seeking a satisfying outlet for volunteer work and community service, Pilot Club may be just what you’re looking for!
The first game of Hoop Dreams Basketball was held on Monday January in the gym of Wesley United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs. The 37 youngsters age 5 and up are divided into four teams, and all the players get a chance to be on the court. Members of Lions Club serve as coaches, Teen Court students as Buddies, and the SSHS Cheerleaders as spirit leaders at the games! Everyone is invited to watch the games free of charge and get excited for the players on the teams made up of special needs children and youth.
Save the date for the next Pilot Club project is Saturday February 1 at 6pm inside Wesley UMC
As another way that Pilot Club members help in their community, the Caregiver of the Year Award was designed to recognize and honor the service of an individual who is caring for another person suffering from a brain-related illness or injury. The 2020 Caregiver of the Year will be recognized on Thursday February 13 during the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Banquet at the Civic Center. Nominations for deserving caregivers are still being taken through Friday January 31 by calling Beverly Owens at 903-348-5121 or by email at [email protected]. Reach Pilot Club anytime by mailing to P.O. Box 131, Sulphur Springs Texas 75482. Will you get involved with Pilot Club in 2020?
Quitman Resident Jailed On Hopkins County Warrant
Justin Dale Friddle, 38, of Quitman was arrested at 3:28 p.m. Jan. 27 in the 500 block of South Davis Street on a Wood County warrant for violating bond or protective order two or more times within 12 months, Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman noted in arrest reports.
Police were dispatched to the location in reference to a warrant service for Wood County. A records check confirmed the warrant, resulting in being taken into custody, according to arrest reports.
Friddle’s bond was preset as cash-only for $50,000 bond on the felony Wood County charge, according to arrest reports.
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
Two Picked Up In Titus County On Hopkins County Warrants
Two people were picked up from Titus County jail, where they were held after being arrested on Hopkins County warrants, according to sheriff’s reports.
Shawnda Jean Bellamy, 38, of Talco was taken into custody at 2:30 p.m. Jan. 28, at Titus County jail by Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Elijah Fite. She as booked on a warrant for violation of probation, which she was on for possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charge.
A 27-year-old Cookeville man was also taken into custody at 2:30 p.m. Jan. 28 by Fite on a Hopkins County driving while intoxicated warrant. He remained in Hopkins County jail Wednesday morning in lieu of $1,000 bond on the 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.
Sulphur Springs Woman Accused Of Stealing Meat From Main Street Store
A 33-year-old Sulphur Springs woman was accused Tuesday afternoon of stealing meat from a Main Street store.
Shelby Jo Williamson allegedly concealed two packages of meat in her purse and walked out of the grocery store without paying for the food. A manager at Cash Saver reportedly followed the woman out of the store. He told her to come back in with the stolen meat, Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman noted in arrest reports.
She complied by taking the meat out of her purse and put it in shopping cart near the front door, according to arrest reports.
Officers took Williamson into custody at 1:01 p.m. Jan. 28 for theft. A records check showed the woman to be wanted on a driving while license invalid. She also had several previous convictions for theft, resulting in the charge being enhanced to a felony, Hoffman alleged in arrest reports.
Williamson was released from the county jail Wednesday morning, Jan. 29. Bond on the theft charge was set at $5,000, according to jail reports.
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
Miller Grove Lady Hornets Basketball Team Gets Big Win Over Yantis
The Miller Grove Lady Hornets Basketball Team got a runaway victory over Yantis Tuesday, January 28, 56-9.
The Lady Hornets led 16-2 after one quarter, 31-6 at the half and 42-9 after three quarters. Miller Grove outscored Yantis, 14-0 in the final period.
For the Lady Hornets, Harli Watson led all scorers with 22 points. Jorja Bessonett and Lauren Bullard scored 11 points each. Lainy Burnett had 8 points. Summer Coker added 4 points.
State Ranked Saltillo Lady Lions Dominate Another District Foe Tuesday Evening
The #13 ranked Saltillo Lady Lions Basketball Team proved again to be much too talented for a district foe Tuesday evening, January 28, winning 84-6 over Union Hill at Kerry Garmon Gym in Saltillo.
The Lady Lions shut out Union Hill for three of the four periods. Union had a 6 point third quarter.
The Lady Lions improved to 7-0 in district play and 25-7 overall.
For the Lady Lions, Allie Lane topped all scorers with 15 points. Jocelyn Ochoa scored 11 points. Anna Reeder and Brittney Peeples had 10 points each. Chandler Bain, Maddie Smith and Paisley Kastner scored 9 points apiece. Kristina Wade added 7 points. MaKenna Gurley scored 4 points.
The Lady Lions play next at Avinger on Friday.
State Ranked Royse City Stays Unbeaten in District With Home Win Over Lady Cats Basketball Team Tuesday
The Royse City Lady Bulldogs Basketball Team, ranked #10 in Class 5A, got off to a good start at home Tuesday night, January 28, and remained unbeaten in district play with a 54-29 win over the Lady Cats.
The Lady Cats managed only a single basket in the first quarter as they fell behind, 13-2 after the first quarter. The deficit grew at halftime to 27-14. The Lady Bulldogs pushed their lead to 46-21 after three quarters. Both teams scored 8 points in the fourth quarter.
Royse City improves to 6-0 in district play and 23-5 for the season. The Lady Cats slip to 1-5 in district play and 8-21 for the season.
The Lady Bulldogs lone senior, Maci Bookout, led all scorers with 16 points. For the Lady Cats, junior Nylah Lindley scored 10 points before fouling out late in the game. Freshman Kenzie Willis had 6 points. Junior Bre’Asia Ivery and sophomore Hannah Cordell scored 4 points apiece. Freshman Addisyn Wall had 3 points on a made three-pointer. Senior Kate Womack added 2 points.
The Lady Cats continue district play at Lindale Friday evening.
The Wildcats Basketball Team Defeats Royse City On The Road, 69-43 Tuesday Night
The Wildcats Basketball Team, ranked #9 in Class 5A, steadily built a lead throughout their game Tuesday night, January 28, at Royse City winning 69-43.
The Wildcats led 18-13 after one quarter buoyed by four three-point baskets by sharpshooting senior Grayson McClure. Senior Day Day Hall took over in the second quarter scoring 10 points as the Wildcats increased their lead at the half, 37-24. Senior Cameron Kahn joined Hall and McClure in the scoring parade in the third quarter as the Wildcats lead grew to 55-31. The Wildcats outscored the Bulldogs, 14-12 in the fourth quarter.
Hall ended up with 26 points, including numerous dazzling shots around the basket. McClure totaled 21 points on seven made three’s. Kahn added 9 points. Sophomore Justin Haire had 5 points. Junior Boo Wilkerson and sophomore Caleb Alexander both scored 3 points on a made three-pointer. Junior point guard Lamodrick Johnson scored 2 points.
Royse City got 11 points apiece from sophomore Donavon Alexander and senior Jaylen Davis.
The Wildcats are now 3-1 in district play and 21-7 for the season. The Wildcats finish up a three game road trip with a district game at Lindale Friday night.
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