Traffic Stop Results In Location Of Suspected Methamphetamine
A 27-year-old Sulphur Springs man was arrested after officers found suspected marijuana and methamphetamine in his bag Sunday afternoon.
Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman reportedly conducted a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Silverado at 1:54 p.m. Nov. 24, in the 200 block of East Spence Street. On contact, the officer reportedly observed the driver show ing signs of nervousness, including shaky hands. Hoffman also, in arrest reports, alleged he detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from inside of the truck.
The driver, identified in reports as Donald Merced Ramirez, allegedly admitted to having marijuana when Hoffman asked him about it. When asked if there were any other illegal substances in the vehicle, Ramirez advised the officer there was methamphetamine in the pickup, Hoffman alleged in arrest reports.
After placing Ramirez into custody, Hoffman searched the truck, where he allegedly found a black bag with a leafy, green substance he believed to be marijuana and a crystal-like substance he believed to be methamphetamine behind the back seat. As he was taking the bag to his patrol car, Hoffman noticed a black case on the road behind the patrol vehicle, the area the man drove through before bringing the truck to a stop, Hoffman stated in arrest reports.
When asked if he threw the case out the window when turning onto Spence Street from Ardis Steet, Ramirez allegedly admitted he did. The case, Hoffman alleged in arrest reports, contained a large amount of leafy green substance he believed was marijuana.
Ramirez reportedly had a younger child inside the vehicle with him. The child was released into the custody of the mother. Ramirez was taken to jail and the truck was impounded.
Ramirez was charged with possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence. He remained in the county jail Monday morning; bond was set at $10,000 on the tampering with evidence charge and $5,000 on the controlled substance charge, according to jail reports.
Nov. 24 marked at least the fourth time Ramirez had been booked into Hopkis County jail this year. He was first arrested in 2019 on Feb. 16 for possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance and driving while license invalid. He was arrested again on July 18 for assault causing bodily injujry and possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana in a drug-free zone; and on Sept. 18 for possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana in a drug-free zone, according to jail reports.
Saltillo Lady Lions Take Third Place In Own Basketball Tournament Winning Four Of Six
The Saltillo Lady Lions took third place behind two highly ranked teams at their own Saltillo Varsity Girls Tournament last week, Nov. 21-23. Overall, the Lady Lions won 4 games and lost 2 to improve their season record to 6-3.
In pool play, the Lady Lions defeated Clarksville, 57-28, and Prairiland, 63-49, on Thursday and split two Friday games, winning over Whitewright, 65-36, while losing to Bullard, ranked #13 in Class 4A, 52-39 in double overtime.
In Gold Bracket play Saturday, the Lady Lions lost to Dodd City, 43-35, and then took third place with a victory over Chisum, 55-29. In the Dodd City game, the Lady Lions trailed 37-18 after three quarters but came roaring back to within 8 points. Dodd City, ranked #1 in Class 2A, won the tournament over Bullard, 42-37.
Against Dodd City, Chandler Bain led the Lady Lions with 10 points, Jocelyn Ochoa had 9 points, Brittney Peeples 6 points, Anna Reeder 4 points, Allie Lane 3 points, Kristina Wade 2 points and Paisley Kastner 1 point.
In the game for third place against Chisum, Jocelyn Ochoa and Brittney Peeples both had 11 points. Chandler Bain and Anna Reeder had 8 points each, Julianna Giles scored 7 points, Allie Lane had 6 points and Paisley Kastner had 4 points.
Saltillo Coach Bill Giles said the Lady Lions played really well against Dodd City. He said their goal is to get to the next level. He also noted the double overtime loss to Bullard. Coach Giles said the Lady Lions are getting close to their goal.
Truck Stolen In Sulphur Springs Reportedly Used In Rains County ATM Theft Attempts
A truck reported stolen from a Sulphur Springs residence overnight Thursday was reportedly used in two attempted ATM thefts in Rains County.
Sulphur Springs Police Department was contacted early Friday morning, Nov. 22, by Rains County authorities, after a pickup allegedly used in two attempted ATM thefts, one unsuccessful attempt an Emory bank and another in Alba. The suspects in Rains County reportedly abandoned the pickup after getting it stuck, according to police reports.
While processing the vehicle, they learned it belonged to a Sulphur Springs resident and contacted police in Sulphur Springs. Officials then contacted the owner, who wasn’t aware his truck was no longer where he parked it at 7 p.m. Nov. 21. The truck was believed to have been stolen between 7 p.m. Nov. 21 and 3:45 a.m. Nov. 22.
Authorities from Sulphur Springs and Emory Police Departments and Rains County Sheriff’s Officers are working together on the Rains County ATM theft attempts and the stolen pickup cases. At least two suspects were believed to have been involved in these offenses, according to police.
Sulphur Springs Police investigators said based on preliminary investigations, they do not believe at this time that the Rains County cases are related to the Sulphur Springs case in which a stolen van was used by at least three masked people to remove an ATM from Pilot Travel Center Nov. 19. The van was found nearby a short time later on Rockdale Road and found to have been stolen from Dallas. Police searched the area but found neither any suspects nor the ATM taken from Pilot.
Anyone with information regarding the Pilot Travel Center ATM theft suspects’ whereabouts are encouraged to call Lake Country Crime Stoppers at 903-885-2020. Tips are handled in such a way that the caller’s identify remains confidential.
Hopkins County Salvation Army Angel Tree
The Hopkins County Salvation Army still has 31 angels left. The tree is set up at Walmart of Sulphur Springs. These angels are from ages 1 to 12 years. The Salvation Army is doing gift cards this year for kids 13 and older this year. This age group can be harder to buy for.
The Salvation Army signed up a record 430 kids this year.
If anyone would like to donate, they can contact me, Jill Major, at 903 275-2162. Gifts are due back at Walmart or VF Outlet Stores on December 7th. If any local businesses or churches would like to adopt angels, I can deliver them.
40th UPRA Rodeo Finals Wins in Talent, Stock, Attendance
Following three nights of exciting rodeo action in Sulphur Springs, the organizers of the 2019 Cinch UFR, or United Finals Rodeo, are wearing smiles due to the excellent stock and talent and great attendance all three nights. In fact, Saturday night’s performance in the Hopkins County Civic Center arena had a packed house. Both the animal and human athletes were “top notch” on all three nights, according to many spectators. The Handicapable Rodeo, another memorable part of the annual rodeo, had record attendance, with over 400 children with disabilities or special needs getting ‘up close and personal’ with cowboys, cowgirls and horses. The naming of Miss UPRA 2020 and Miss Teen UPRA 2020 concluded weeks of preparation for the field of contestants, and the crowning was held in the arena as part of the final night of festivities. The United Professional Rodeo Association began in the same arena 40 years ago, first titled CRA or Central Rodeo Association. The Association’s circuit has now expanded to six states, with this year’s Finals awarding more than $300,000 in cash prizes.
Outgoing Miss UPRA for 2019 is Colleen Crumpton from DeKalb, Texas. Colleen, who says her life has “revolved around rodeo’ will now continue entering barrel racing events. She graduates from North Texas Community College in December 2019 and plans to continue studies towards a career in Phlebotomy. Colleen has won 14 rodeo titles since she began competing in 2000.
Outgoing Miss Teen UPRA for 2019 was Reannan Klodowski of Pilot Point, Texas. The crown was the first rodeo title she has won. Reannan shows livestock and has advanced to State levels in FFA News and Speaking contests. She hopes to become a Veterinarian.
Contestant Haileigh Mitchell took home the title of Miss Congeniality and the Miss UPRA Peoples Choice award in her first run at the Miss UPRA rodeo title. She stated that UPRA seems like a family, from the organizers, contestants and stock contractors, and she has made many new friends. Haileigh represented the Franklin County Sherrif’s Posse and recently moved from Quitman, Texas to Lubbock. She plans to continue entering rodeo royalty contests, and has future plans to enter the U.S. Coast Guard.
Commissioners Court To Consider Information Technology Resources, Protection Systems At Monday Meeting
Tira VFD To Be Recognized For Service To Community
Hopkins County Commissioners Court Monday will have a busy morning, with multiple items presented for consideration during their regular 9 a.m. meeting and a workshop to follow.
As part of Hopkins County Fire Department’s year-long 20th anniversary celebration, the court members and fire chief will recognize Tira Volunteer Fire Department for their continued service to the community.
A number of contracts will be presented for HCCC’s consideration, including an interlocal agreement with Sulphur Springs and Franklin County authorities for access to a hosed facility with informaiton technology resources and government software; proposals for security and access control systems as well as annual fire alarm monitoring system agreements for the new district court building and district attorney’s offices; and a printer/copier lease agreement for the county judge’s office.
Requests have been made by Margaret Rynn for replatting of Rynn Estates and for a preliminary land subdivision plat for Colbert Oaks-unit 1.
Changes to the county personnel policy will also be submitted for consideration by HCCC.
Farmers Electric Coopertive Inc. is requesting permission to construct electrical power distribution facility across County Road 2332, east of Carpenter Street in Como.
Texas AgriLife Extension Agents are slated to give a quarterly report on recent, ongoing and upcoming activities at their offices and their departments.
The regular meeting of Hopkins County Commissioners Court is slated to begin at 9 a.m. Momday, Nov. 25, in the Commissioners Courtroom, located on the first floor of Hopkins County Courthouse, 118 Church St.
Immediately following the regular meeting, the court will move to the Meeting Room on the third floor of Hopkins County Courthouse, for a work session. Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation CEO Roger Feagley is scheduled to discuss economic activity with the commissioners and judge.
Also during the work session, Tom Glosup is slated to discuss maintenance of county buildings and any construction projects or updates; at least one of the Civic Center managers is slated to discuss events, repairs, improvements and operations of the facility; and environmental concerns are also to be discussed.
The court will then have an opportunity to conduct a budget work session before adjourning the work session.
Student Registering for Classes at PJC
PJC-Sulphur Springs Center Financial Aid Advisor Angela Ellis, left, visits with student Jennifer Stephenson as she completes enrollment information. Registration is now ongoing for the winter mini-term that will be held Dec. 16 through Jan. 3 and the spring semester that begins on Jan. 13, 2020. For more information call the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center at 903-885-1232.
Meal A Day Menu For Nov. 25-29, 2019
Menu for Nov. 25-29, 2019
Monday – Chicken fried chicken, mashed potatoes, california blend vegetables and a roll
Tuesday – Taco soup and crackers
Wednesday – Turkey and dressing, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and a roll
Thursday – Closed so that Meal A Day cooks and drivers can be with their families for Thanksgiving
Friday – Chicken pot pie, broccoli and pickled beets
Lady Cats Basketball Wins Over Paris
Lady Cats Basketball Team Wins at Paris, 57-44 Friday Night
The Lady Cats Basketball Team got their most impressive victory of the young season Friday Night (November 22), defeating arch rival Paris on the road, 57-44. The Lady Cats opened a slight lead in the first quarter and led 18-12 after the initial period. The Lady Cats increased the lead in the second quarter and were up at the half, 30-19. The Lady Cats continued to increase the lead in the third quarter and they led 42-28 after three periods. Paris made a strong run at the Lady Cats in the fourth quarter but could get no closer than 6 points. The Lady Cats stretched the lead back out some at the end wrapping up the 57-44 win. Youth was served for the Lady Cats Friday night and three freshmen led the way in scoring. Addisyn Wall had an incredible game for the Lady Cats with 23 points including 4 three-point baskets. Kenzie Willis scored a solid 13 points including 2 long rangers. Serenity Lewis added 11 points. Junior Nylah Lindley scored 9 points and junior Bre’Asia Ivery scored 1 point. Senior Kate Womack did several things positive other than score points. Womack was called upon to handle the ball more and she also rebounded well and played good defense. She also played a long stretch in the fourth quarter with four fouls and never picked up a fifth foul. Lewis and Lindley also contributed with key rebounds. The teams passing was much improved over what they have shown prior to Friday night. Lady Cats Coach Brittney Tisdell took advantage of four straight practice days in the gym this week and the end product showed on the court in Paris. Paris got a strong game from senior Quiniya Savage who poured in 23 points including 3 three-pointers. Paris saw their season record slip to 2-1. The Lady Cats improved their season record to 3-4. The Lady Cats play Liberty-Eylau Monday in the Main Gym at Sulphur Springs High School. There will be a JV game beginning at 1 p.m. with a varsity contest to follow at around 2:15 p.m.
Sulphur Springs Woman Arrested On Felony Warrant
A 48-year-old Sulphur Springs woman was taken into custody around lunch time Friday on a felony warrant.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Dan Turrentine and Cpl. Todd Evans, aware of an outstanding warrant for Demetria Lashunda Rivers’ arrest, went to her Beckham Street residence at 11:45 a.m. Nov. 22. Upon locating the woman, the deputies served the warrant and took her to jail for violation of probation, which she was on for possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 contrlled substance in a drug-free zone, according to arrest and jail reports.
The offense, according to arrest reports, was alleged to have occurred on Nov. 11. She remained in the county jail Saturday morning on the charge, according to jail reports.
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