Paris Junior College Board of Regents Approve Slight Tuition Increase
At a Monday, Feb. 24 meeting, the Paris Junior College Board of Regents approved an increase of $1 per semester credit hour for in-district and out-of-district tuition for the 2020-2021 academic year that begins with the fall 2020 semester.
The Regents also voted to make no changes to existing dual credit tuition and fees.
In other action, the Regents:
• Received a financial report from Controller Keitha Carlton showing that for the fiscal year, expenses remain well below revenue.
• Moved the regular March board meeting to March 31.
• Received a report that PJC has again received the Claims Administrative Services Workers Compensation Awards for having the lowest loss ratio of 2018-2019 and the lowest three-year ratio for 2018-2019. PJC has been given two $500 scholarships as a result.
• Learned that the average amount spent per full-time student equivalent is $5,040 compared to $7,409 as the state average. Most East Texas colleges are below the state average.
• Accepted the employment of Megan Chapman as Student Activities Coordinator and Jon Eubanks as Director of Physical Plant, effective March 2; and of Rafael Ramirez as Campus Police Officer, effective Feb. 21.
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.
The Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center is Offering a Wide Range of Classes Starting March 16
Completing a full college course in just eight weeks helps students finish a certificate or degree faster at the Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center.
The flex term starting March 16 offers a wide range of workforce and academic classes. Those wishing to register should sign up soon, as PJC will be closed for Spring Break from March 9 to March 13.
Online courses are available system-wide at the college, including many that are part of the State of Texas Core Curriculum.
Those eight-week online courses include: Art Appreciation; Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Assistants; Beginning Spanish I; Business Correspondence and Communication; Composition I or Composition II; Federal or Texas Government; General Psychology; Introduction to Mass Communications; Introduction to Sociology; Introduction to Theater; Learning Framework; Lifespan Growth and Development; Medical Terminology I; Microbiology for Non-Science Majors; Music Appreciation; Nutrition & Diet Therapy; Pharmacology for Health Professionals; Public Speaking; and US History I or II.
Two face-to-face classes will be held at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center: Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes and Introduction to Blueprint Reading for Welders.
Late registration will continue on March 16, the first day of the flex term. For more information call 903-885-1232.
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.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report, February 12-February 18, 2020
February 28, 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.
February 12
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4165 near Winnsboro; at approximately 12:47 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2840 near Mineola, at approximately 1:47 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Mineola, at approximately 10:22 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the property owner and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2198 near Mineola, at approximately 11:03 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the homeowner and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4494 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:11 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Geoffrey English, 41, of Winnsboro, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2223 near Mineola; at approximately 1:37 p.m. Disa Brown, 40, of Tyler, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- At 2:47 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:07 p.m., in reference to a scam on CR 1885 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 4:37 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 182 near Quitman.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3940 near Hawkins; at approximately 11:01 p.m.
February 13
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 6:21 a.m. James Abrams, 60, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:47 a.m., in reference to harassment on CR 1858 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 near Mineola, at approximately 10:32 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies contact with the reporting party and determined everything was OK.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:47 p.m., in reference to fraud on PR 6632 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4555 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:19 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2157 near Quitman, at approximately 3:28 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1354 near Quitman; at approximately 6:10 p.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 7:00 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 66, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- At 7:15 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
February 14
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4430 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:07 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Leon Lane, 30, of Winnsboro, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with Weapon.
- At 2:52 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 182 near Alba.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 2088 near Quitman; at approximately 9:31 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Alba, at approximately 10:30 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Minwood Dr. in Mineola; at approximately 10:57 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1600 near Alba; at approximately 12:47 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1677 near Alba; at approximately 1:03 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 1:34 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Cimarron Trail near Hawkins, at approximately 2:07 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the day.
- At 2:16 p.m., cows were reported out on Hwy 80 near Mineola.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1917 near Yantis; at approximately 4:29 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1970 near Yantis, at approximately 5:15 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any damage to the property.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:22 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2770 near Mineola, at approximately 10:58 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
February 15
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Hawkins; at approximately 12:03 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Main St. in Yantis; at approximately 1:24 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2175 near Quitman, at approximately 1:53 a.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the individuals and advised them to lower the volume of the music.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 7:14 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Yantis, at approximately 10:22 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Austin Dittman, 19, of Yantis, was arrested for Assault.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1950 near Yantis, at approximately 12:07 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged the reporting party’s fence.
- At 1:15 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 1960 near Yantis.
- At 1:48 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1460 near Quitman.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:26 p.m., in reference to harassment on CR 1858 near Yantis. Deputies determined this was a civil matter and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3870 near Hawkins; at approximately 3:04 p.m. Deputies made contact with the property owners and gave them advice.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1822 near Yantis, at approximately 8:03 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 10:15 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4555 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:32 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
February 16
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 69 near Alba; at approximately 12:46 a.m. Dustan Radney, 29, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Loop 564 near Mineola; at approximately 4:19 a.m. Jeremy Burcham, 37, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1600 near Alba; at approximately 8:49 a.m. Angela Barnhart, 45, of Alba, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 11:13 a.m., in reference to a suspicious person. Trent Jones, 31, of Mineola, was arrested for Public Intoxication and outstanding warrants.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Hainesville, at approximately 12:32 p.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a game camera from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:55 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on PR 6325 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2112 near Quitman, at approximately 2:43 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies responded to a motorist assist on HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 6:34 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2131 near Quitman, at approximately 7:02 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3300 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:35 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 8:33 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. This case is active.
- At 11:39 p.m., cows were reported out on Hwy 80 near Mineola.
February 17
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 2230 near Mineola; at approximately 2:22 a.m. Meghan Lambert, 36, of Mineola, was arrested for Manufacture Delivery of a Controlled Substance.
- At 10:58 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 778 near Quitman.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 3056 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:35 a.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1560 near Alba, at approximately 2:58 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the individuals and everything was OK.
- At 3:08 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 2351 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 3:42 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 4:21 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a vehicle from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:44 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- At 5:57 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 2351 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1700 near Yantis, at approximately 6:32 p.m., in reference to a disturbance where an assault occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1835 near Yantis; at approximately 8:09 p.m. Raymond Henderson, 82, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Loop 564 near Mineola; at approximately 8:46 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 17 near Alba; at approximately 9:33 p.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2175 near Quitman, at approximately 9:51 p.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 Holiday Village Dr. near Quitman; at approximately 10:10 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
February 18
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Como, at approximately 12:27 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- At 7:26 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 2379 near Alba.
- At 8:01 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to PR 8699 near Winnsboro; at approximately 9:24 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2430 near Mineola, at approximately 10:54 a.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole a vehicle from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Mineola, at approximately 11:00 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the key holder and determined it was an accident.
- At 11:38 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 11 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 1:23 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3245 near Quitman; at approximately 2:19 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:39 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2220 near Mineola; at approximately 4:12 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 4:44 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Prior to the deputies’ arrival, all parties were separated.
- At 5:20 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1917 near Yantis.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Hawkins; at approximately 6:33 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 7:12 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to Sioux near Quitman, at approximately 7:21 p.m., in reference to a disturbance where an assault occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Geronimo near Quitman, at approximately 9:00 p.m., in reference to an assault. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Between the dates of February 12th and February 18th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following:
- Child Protective Services
- Alba Police Department
- Mineola Police Department
- Emergency Medical Services
- Camp County Sheriff’s Office
Total Jail Count –131 inmates – 113 males and 18 females.
Mark and Kelly Clayton Establish Education Scholarship For Aspiring Teachers
COMMERCE, TX—Mark and Kelly Clayton visited Texas A&M University-Commerce on February 5 to establish the Clayton Legacy Scholarship for Education. The renewable scholarship benefits full-time undergraduate students who are seeking teacher certification at A&M-Commerce.
In part, the Claytons chose A&M-Commerce because Kelly is an alumna. She graduated with a Master of Science in History in 2019.
“I was really impressed with both the faculty and the students who were in my classes,” Kelly said. “Everyone was very smart and hard-working. There was a diverse population, and it was such an enriching part of my life.”
Mark and Kelly established the Clayton scholarship in honor of Mark’s mother, Annie Beth Clayton. Mrs. Clayton grew up in the Lufkin area and was a long-time public elementary school teacher in Conroe, Texas, and in Ferguson, Missouri. She taught in some of the most disadvantaged schools in the district.
“She was a pretty amazing spitfire of a woman,” Mark said. “She was a feminist when feminism wasn’t cool, and she always believed that one thing she could control in life was somebody’s opportunity to succeed.”
The Claytons believe public education is a powerful tool to enable social equity, and they actively promote public education however they can.
Kelly said, “When we moved into our home in Dallas ten years ago, our neighbors said, ‘I hope you’re saving up money because you’re going to need to enroll your children in private school.’ At that point, we said, ‘Nope. We’re going to research our public schools and find out what the opportunities are.’ And what we found was an amazing place.”
From that point, the couple has worked tirelessly to support Dallas ISD and spread the word about the great opportunities in Dallas public education. As a Dallas city councilman, Mark addressed city-wide issues that affected children. As a volunteer and small business owner, Kelly immersed herself in local projects to improve outcomes for all children, especially those in need.
The couple’s newest contribution to public education, The Clayton Legacy Scholarship for Education, will enable aspiring educators to graduate and find their way to classrooms throughout Texas.
Recalling the financial hardships that threatened their own access to college education, both Mark and Kelly want to help other students fulfill their educational goals and enjoy college life without excessively worrying about finances.
Growing up, Kelly assumed she wouldn’t be able to afford college.
“I lived in the shadows of a big state university, and I was surrounded by people who were planning to go to college, but it just never felt like it was going to be a reality for me,” she said.
However, scholarships opened the door to a college education for Kelly.
“I’ll never forget the name of the private scholarship that helped me purchase books and live and complete my degree,” Kelly said. “I thought it was so generous of that family, and I just thought, ‘Oh, they chose me, and I get this money to fulfill my dream!’ That has always stayed with me.”
As a student, Mark experienced financial strain as well.
“My parents sent me to college, but I remember when my mom called me and said, ‘We don’t know if we can send you back next semester because we just don’t have the money.’ There’s a lot stress that goes along with that,” Mark said.
The Clayton Legacy Scholarship for Education will support and encourage future teachers at A&M-Commerce for years to come.
“We’re hoping to help someone who feels like they just need a little help to get them over the hump to complete their degree and fulfill their dreams,” Kelly said.
Friday Game Day Includes Soccer, Track and Tennis
There is also soccer, track and tennis on this game day Friday (February 28) and Sulphur Springs will be hosting all three.
The Wildcats Soccer Team will be at Gerald Prim Stadium hosting the Greenville Lions, as the start of the second half of district play begins. There will be a JV game at 5:30 p.m. with the Varsity match to follow at 7:15 p.m. The Wildcats completed the first half of district play with a record of 4-1. Their season mark is 10-5-5. The Wildcats topped Greenville on the road in the first half of district play.
The Lady Cats Soccer Team will be at Greenville for a district soccer match. There will be a JV contest at 5:30 p.m. The varsity game is at 7:15 p.m. The Lady Cats are 3-2 in district play as the second half of district play begins. The Lady Cats defeated Greenville at home during the first half of district play. The Lady Cats season record is 7-8-1.
The Wildcats and Lady Cats Track Teams will be hosting the annual Sulphur Springs Meet at the high school track. Field events begin at 4 p.m. Running events start at 6:30 p.m. Six teams will be coming to the meet to compete with the Wildcats and Lady Cats: Paris, North Lamar, Athens, Lindale, Commerce and a charter school. This is the second meet of the season for the Wildcats and Lady Cats. It will be the first competition for the teams’ throwers.
Earlier in the day on this game day Friday, the Wildcats Tennis Team will be hosting their own Sulphur Springs Invitational Tournament at the Wildcat Tennis Center. Teams participating along with the Wildcats will be John Tyler, Rowlett, Denison and Sherman. Matches got underway at 8 a.m. Friday.
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 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.
