Sulphur Springs Man Jailed For DWI Following I-30 Crash
A 24-year-old Sulphur Springs man was accused of crashing a pickup while driving drunk on Interstate 30 east of Sulphur Springs late Saturday night.
A white truck reportedly crashed in the center median ditch on I-30 west near mile marker 131. Hopkins County sheriff’s deputies, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers and county firefighters were dispatched at 11:56 p.m. Feb. 22.
The driver of the Dodge pickup allegedly exhibited indicators of intoxication during a roadside interview and admitted to drinking three tall Coronas. The man showed signs of intoxication during standard field sobriety tests and was arrested for DWI, troopers alleged in arrest reports.
At the jail he tested 0.179 and 0.186 on breath tests, which is twice the legal limit, troopers alleged in arrest reports. A check of the man’s criminal history reportedly showed a January 2019 conviction for July 2018 DWI charge, according to arrest and jail reports.
Consequently, the man was booked on a Class A misdemeanor second offense DWI charge. He also did not have a valid driver’s license, resulting in a second misdemeanor charge, according to arrest reports.
He was released from Hopkins County jail Monday, Feb. 24, on a $2,000 bond on the second offense DWI charge, according to jail reports.
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The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Traffic Stop Results In Location Of A Bag Of Ecstasy, Teen’s Arrest
A Como teen allegedly claimed a bag of Ecstasy pills found in his vehicle during a traffic stop early Sunday morning and was arrested, according to sheriff’s reports.
Deputies reported stopping a Chevrolet Tahoe around 1:44 p.m. Feb. 23 on FM 71 at county Road 4768 for a traffic violation. The vehicle was allegedly occupied by 17-year-old Bryer Ray Parnell and four juveniles.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Drew Fisher, in arrest reports, claimed he smelled a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle on contact with the youth.
A probable cause search allegedly revealed a small bag containing pills that field-tested positive for MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine) or Ecstasy. Parnell allegedly admitted the pills were his and was arrested, Fisher alleged in arrest reports.
The vehicle was impounded. Parnell was taken to jail. Deputies transported the four juveniles to residences and the sheriff’s office lobby to await a ride home.
Parnell remained in Hopkins County jail Monday morning, Feb. 24. Bond was set at $10,000 on the possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance 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.
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.
SSPD: 2 Sulphur Springs Residents Jailed For Burglary
Police arrested two Sulphur Springs residents Sunday afternoon for alleged involvement in a home burglary, according to arrest reports.
Sulphur Springs Police Officers Adrian Pruitt and Cameron Robinson reported responding after 4:30 p.m. Feb. 23 in the 400 block of Hinnant Street in reference to a burglary. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to the alleged victim and several other people, including the two males, according to arrest reports.
The person whose property was involved in the theft alleged Nicholas Chase Ochoa stole from him. Ochoa was placed into custody. He allegedly admitted to the burglary. The 17-year-old Sulphur Springs resident was arrested for burglary of a habitation, Robinson alleged in arrest reports.
Cameron Joel Wilks also allegedly admitted to officers that he took part in a burglary and had pawned several items. Consequently, the 27-year-old sulphur Springs man was also arrested for burglary of a habitation, Pruitt alleged in arrest reports.
Less than $2,000 worth of tools and law equipment were reported to be among the items stolen from the Hinnant Street address between Friday morning and Sunday afternoon, according to police reports.
Ochoa and Wilks remained in Hopkins County jail Monday morning, Feb. 24. Bond was set at $30,000 on the felony burglary of a habitation charge, according to jail reports.
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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.
Calling All Ladies Over 60! Ms. Hopkins County Senior Pageant and Tea is June 5,6
Karon Weatherman’s dream of a Pageant for the Senior ladies of Hopkins County came true when the first one was held in 2010. Since then, the Pageant has marked a time to celebrate the contribution, vibrancy and inner beauty of the senior woman, and to celebrate the changing image of aging. If you know a gracious and talented senior lady who is lovely inside and out, please encourage her to enter the Pageant! It is free to enter, and will bring a lot of fun and cherished memories. A Tea Party will be held for the contestants on Rehearsal Day Friday June 5, 2020 at 1 pm in the Civic Center banquet hall. The Pageant will be staged Saturday June 6, 2020 starting at 6pm with entertainment and live music. Admission is free for the public to attend. You will meet the contestants, enjoy talent and evening gown presentations, and hear each present her Philosophy of Life. You will also be introduced to the former Pageant winners, meet current Ms. Hopkins County Senior Vender Wright, and find out who will wear the crown in 2020. To get more details about the Pageant, contact Karon Weatherman at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center at 150 MLK Drive in Sulphur Springs, or phone 903-885-1661, or email Karon at [email protected].
Feb. 24 Commissioners Court Agenda Includes Annual Audit, Solar Maintenance Contract
In addition to routine matters, Hopkins County Commissioners Court will be asked Monday to consider three items related to solar panels and energy, a platting request, the annual audit, and appointing a representative to community board.
The outside audit performed by Rutledge, Crain & Company, PC, is to be presented for approval of the Commissioners Court during the 9 a.m. meeting.
A request has been made so that Lots 1 and 2 at High Point Estates may be re-platted as Phase Two of the project.
The court too is slated to consider a combined solar maintenance contract for the jail and Civic Center, solar construction for Heritage Park and Hopkins County Law Enforcement Courtrooms and a resolution from Pine Forest Solar LLC to be allowed to use designated county roads for the solar farm.
The Pine Forest Solar project as proposed will cover 2,155 acres, and is dependent on the tax incentives from the county, school and hospital districts. The Commissioners Court on Dec. 23 approved a 318 agreements granting tax incentives for the solar project planned in Pine Forest. It is projected to bring in more than $9,248,800 in revenue into Hopkins County over the 10 years of the tax incentives.
The annual payments the county is projected to receive for the project are $342,000. The first year with a road maintenance fee, the county would receive just over $514,300. Over the 10 years of the agreement the county would receive over $3.6 million.
Precinct 1 Commissioner Mickey Barker, at the Dec. 23 meeting, asked that it be added to the motion to approve the agreement, that the funds coming in to the county that first year for road repairs be used for road repairs in the precincts in which the farms are located.
Monday’s regular Commissioners Court meeting will begin at 9 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24, in the Commissioners’ Courtroom on the first floor of The Hopkins County Courthouse, located at
118 Church St. in Sulphur Springs.
After the regular meeting the court is slated to adjourn to the third floor to begin a work session.
Meal A Day Menu Feb. 24-28, 2020
Monday — Chicken Pot Pie, Butter Beans and Pickled Beets
Tuesday — BBQ Rope Sausage, Macaroni and Cheese, Malibu Vegetables and a Roll
Wednesday — Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Beans and a Roll
Thursday — Chicken and Dressing Casserole, Broccoli, Candied Baby Carrots and a Roll
Friday — Chili Cheese Dogs, Cole Slaw and Chips
The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center is a place where Senior Citizens age 50 and over can have a good time with old friends and make some new ones. Meal-A-Day is just one service the center provides. The coffee pot is always on and a smile is on each face. The SCC has a full library with all different kinds of reading books that can be taken, read and returned. Take as many as you like and bring some of your books in to share with others. Click here to find more information for seniors citizens.
Hopkins County Hospital District Board of Directors Feb. 25, 2020 Meeting Agenda
Hopkins County Hospital District
Regular Meeting of Board of Directors
Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of Hopkins County Hospital District will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 6:00 pm in the Plaza Conference Room of the CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic at 113 Airport Road, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
AGENDA
- Call to Order
- Invocation
- Public Forum
- Review and Approve Audit for the 09-30-19 Financial Statements
- Review and Approve Chapter 381 Economic Development Tax Abatements
a. Hopkins Energy LLC Solar Farm
b. Pine Forest Solar I, LLC Solar Farm (1,658.954 Acres) - Review and Approve Selection for the Demolition of the Three Houses
on Airport Road - Review and Approve Selection of Architectual Firm for the EMS Headquarters Project
- Review and Approve Notice that the May 2, 2020 Election is Unopposed 4 and Election is Cancelled
- Review and Approve Financial Statements for November and December 2019
a. Financial Statements for November and December 2019 5
b. EMS Update and Review - Consent Agenda
a. Nursing Home Reports
b. Review and Approve Minutes of Regular Meeting for December 17, 2019 - Update for CHHA by Paul Harvey, President/CEO
- Executive Session
- a. Review Executive Session Board Minutes for Regular Meeting December 17, 2019
- b. Review, Discuss and Approve Real Estate 10
- Return to Regular Session
- a. Approve Executive Session Board Minutes for Regular Meeting December 17, 2019
- b. Approve Decision for Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement
- Adjourn
The Board may, during the course of the meeting covered by this Notice, determine that a closed or executive session of the Board should be held or is required in relation to any agenda item included in this Notice. In that event, such closed or executive meeting or session, as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, will be held by the Board at the date, hour, and place given in this Notice concerning any and all subjects for any and all purposes permitted by Section 551.071 -551.087 of the Texas Government Code and the Texas Open Meetings Act, including but not limited to, Section 551.071 for the purpose of a private consultation with the Board’s attorney on any or all subjects or matters authorized by law. An announcement will be made at the meeting regarding the basis for the executive session discussion.
Lady Cats Softball Team Drops Two Games Saturday At Grand Saline In Sulphur Springs Tournament
The Lady Cats Softball Team continued their early season struggles with two losses Saturday, February 22, in Sulphur Springs Tournament games moved to artificial turf at Grand Saline.
The Lady Cats lost a morning contest to Duncanville, 5-1. The Lady Cats had one hit and committed an error while the Lady Panthers had 8 hits. Duncanville scored 2 runs in the top of the first and the Lady Cats got one of them back in the bottom of the first. The Lady Panthers scored two more runs in the top of the second and one more in the top of the fourth.
Jadyn Harper got the Lady Cats hit, had a stolen base and scored the Lady Cats run. Colbria Harrison had a sacrifice. Freshman Denver Wyatt got the pitching loss going 2 innings giving up 5 hits and 4 runs while striking out 3 and walking 2. Addison Caddell went the final two innings allowing a run and 3 hits while striking out 2.
The Lady Cats dropped an afternoon game to Gilmer, 7-1. The Lady Cats had two hits and had an error. Gilmer had seven hits.
In this one, the Lady Cats jumped out to a 1-0 lead with a run in the top of the first. The Lady Buckeyes tied the game with a run in the bottom of the first. Gilmer went up 3-1 with two runs in the bottom of the third. The Lady Buckeyes scored four more runs in the bottom of the fourth.
Harrison was 1 for 2 for the Lady Cats, hitting a double and scoring their lone run. Harper had another hit for the Lady Cats. Kate Womack and Alli Fite worked walks for the Lady Cats. Caddell took the loss for the Lady Cats pitching 4 innings allowing 7 hits and 4 earned runs while striking out 5 and walking two.
The young Lady Cats ended the regular season opening Sulphur Springs Tournament with a 1-4 record. The Lady Cats resume the season at Mineola Tuesday evening.
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 Bi-District Playoff Game Has New Start Time Monday
Wildcats Basketball Coach Clark Cipoletta told KSST Sports Saturday, February 22, that the start time for the Wildcats bi-district game against Lufkin Monday night at the Wagstaff Arena at Tyler Junior College has been changed. Instead of 7 p.m., game time is now 7:30 p.m.
Coach Cipoletta said there will now be a doubleheader Monday night. The Wildcats will play in the second game. Coach Cipoletta also passed along that the Wildcats will be the home team and Lufkin will be visitors.
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.
