KCS Holiday Express: No Stops in Texas
The 2019 KCS Holiday Express will not stop in Texas this year. This holiday favorite will instead travel north along the Texas Louisiana border. The closest stop for Hopkins County folks would be Shreveport LA KCS Yard, 4500 North Lake Shore Drive, Gate 5. The train will arrive there on December 9th at 4 p.m.
The full route table is available here.
North Pole of Texas Begins Holiday Run This Weekend
Santa’s helpers in the heart of dairy land have been busy for the last few months, getting things ready to welcome about 4,000 school children and thousands of families this holiday season to the North Pole of Texas.
Aside from a few minor details which are being finished up this week, the Christmas display at is ready to go at 227 County Road 3378 in Pickton.
. The North Pole will be ready to go, barring inclement weather, this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29-30. The train will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly, each Friday and Saturday through Dec. 14, and Christmas week, Dec. 19-23.
All train rides are free. the route starts in Alan and Kim Screws’ front yard and continue across Happy Birthday Jesus bridge, through Santa’s Toy Shop, where they’ll be greeted either by Santa himself or one of his helper elves. Then, train riders will get a glimpse of the elf pond, where they just might spot a few of Santa’s helpers taking a break, the three crosses, a Live Nativity manned and numerous cutouts and lights. There’s even a place for kids to deposit their letters to Santa.
Those waiting are invited to stop by Kim’s Hot Chocolate Stand for a free cup of hot chocolate too. Kids will enjoy having a story read to them by Mrs. Claus in the Christmas Cottage. Families can stop by and have takes personal snapshots in the sleigh.
The entire experience is the brainchild of the Screws family, started with a community hayride and grew to a public event. With community support, the North Pole of Texas has become a holiday tradition for many, with more than 100,000 people visiting over the last 21 years.
“We humbly do this because God gave us the greatest gift of all, his son Jesus. We want everyone to know the real reason we celebrate Christmas is the birth of our savior Jesus Christ. We made the decision, as a family, to give Jesus first place and priority during the Christmas season and all throughout the year. We have purposed in our hearts to make Jesus the primary focus of Christmas and we want to help others do the same,” the Screws family notes.
The event is staffed entirely with family and community volunteers, including members of the Pickton-Pine Forest Volunteer Fire Department, and typically a few school and church groups too. Various area businesses also help sponsor costs of maintaining the holiday extravaganza, so that it can be offered as a Christmas gift from the Screws family and Pickton-Pine Forest communities to families.
For additional information about the North Pole of Texas, including directions, visit their website. Be sure to check the North Pole of Texas’ Facebook page for notices of weather cancellations.
While there is no charge, donations are accepted in the designated containers to benefit Fruitful Harvest Ministries and to help offset costs such as electricity, hot chocolate and replacement lights.
Woman Arrested Twice In Two Days On Intoxication Charge
A 38-year-old woman was arrested by police Wednesday afternoon for the second time in two days for allegedly being intoxicated in public.
Sulphur Springs police officers first encountered the woman shortly after 2 p.m. Nov. 26, while responding to a request for assistance in the 100 block of Airport Road, where a psychiatric patient was reportedly causing a disturbance, the arresting officer noted in police reports.
Upon arrival, the officer contacted the woman, who was reportedly unable to speak clearly. She then allegedly began taking off her clothes and running down the road. At one point, she attempted to run into a gas station, where several people, including children, were present, police alleged in arrest reports.
A Sulphur Springs police patrol officer reported using “the least amount of force necessary to secure” the woman into handcuffs. She was transported to CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs, where she was reportedly given clothing, according to reports. Hospital staff reported the woman to be intoxicated. After being medically cleared, the woman was released to police, the arresting officer alleged in arrest reports.
Police transported the woman to jail, where she remained until Wednesday, Nov. 27, on the public intoxication charge, according to jail reports.
SSPD officers reportedly came into contact with the woman a second time about 3:20 p.m. Wednesday. An officer responded on Church Street at East Park Street, where several people told 911 dispatchers a person was acting strange, according to arrest reports.
Upon arrival, the officers contacted the 38-year-old woman to check on her well being. The officer alleged the woman had slurred speech; when asked if she had consumed any kind of alcoholic beverage recently, she admitted she did, police alleged in arrest reports.
The officer believed the woman to be intoxicated, and following horizontal gaze nystagmus testing, took her into custody again for public intoxication. She spent the night in jail and was released on the charge Thursday, according to arrest and jail reports.
PJC Board Of Regents Look At Reducing Textbook Costs
At their meeting on Monday, Nov. 25, the Paris Junior College Board of Regents learned of a potential reduction in textbook costs for students.
“For several years we’ve been looking for ways to reduce textbook costs for our students,” said PJC President Dr. Pam Anglin. “We’re learning that nationwide, because of the rising cost of textbooks, about 45 percent of students will go through a semester without books because they can’t afford them.
In other business, the Regents:
• Received the financial report from Controller Keitha Carlton, who said that audit field work had been completed.
• Were shown the Texas Pathways 2019 Award received recently from the Texas Success Center and congratulated hard work by staff and faculty.
• Recognized students who were in the Drama Department production of “Gilligan’s Island: The Musical.”
• Accepted the employment of Instructor of Associate Degree Nursing Courtney Mills, effective Jan. 2 and the registration of Database Administrator Randy Ginther, effective Dec. 31.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report For Nov. 20-25, 2019
Wednesday, Nov. 20
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1540 near Alba, at approximately 8:03 a.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies made contact with all parties involved. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on County Road 2805 near Mineola; at approximately 9:19 a.m. Melissa Boaz, 39, of Mineola, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:25 a.m., in reference to a scam on County Road 2647 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3811 near Hawkins, at approximately 2:05 p.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Private Road 5935 near Yantis; at approximately 2:10 p.m. Adam Hodges, 35, of Yantis, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1681 near Alba, at approximately 2:14 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:50 p.m., in reference to fraud on FM 1254 near Mineola. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4510 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:34 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1416 near Quitman, at approximately 5:43 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:56 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on Oak Street in Yantis. Deputies issued a criminal trespass warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Lane Street in Quitman; at approximately 10:30 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Thursday, Nov. 21
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 515 near Yantis; at approximately 2:33 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:31 a.m., in reference to possible criminal trespass on Highway 80 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:21 a.m., in reference to possible criminal trespass on County Road 4135 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 8:51 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:12 a.m., in reference to possible theft on County Road 3104 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on County Road 1468 near Quitman; at approximately 2:29 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2246 near Mineola, at approximately 3:46 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:51 p.m., in reference to harassment on County Road 1418 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:33 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat on County Road 1885 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:44 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Oak St. in Yantis; at approximately 10:39 p.m. Samuel Earle, 22, of Yantis, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated with Open Alcoholic Container.
Friday, Nov. 22
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on County Road 1970 near Yantis; at approximately 12:49 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Highway 37 near Quitman; at approximately 1:02 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 37 near Quitman, at approximately 6:30 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1799 near Mineola, at approximately 8:24 a.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- At 9:22 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 17 near Alba.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2770 near Mineola, at approximately 9:56 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s residence and vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook point, at approximately 11:09 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate anything suspicious.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Puckett Street near Quitman; at approximately 7:26 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Winnsboro Drive in Winnsboro; at approximately 8:25 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 8853 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:25 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to Loop 564 near Mineola, at approximately 10:14 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the owner of the vehicle and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle at Lake Quitman camping area; at approximately 11:43 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
Saturday, Nov. 23
- At 9:42 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Yantis.
- Deputies were dispatched to Cheyenne near Quitman, at approximately 11:54 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 37 near Quitman, at approximately 4:52 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1681 near Alba, at approximately 5:46 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3496 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:56 p.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 2869 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:33 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Indian Gap near Quitman, at approximately 9:37 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Sunday, Nov. 24
- At 7:54 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Hawkins.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1590 near Alba, at approximately 8:33 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 77, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Highway 154 near Quitman; at approximately 12:05 p.m. Steven Allen, 58, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of drug paraphernalia and wrong, altered/obscured vehicle registration.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:27 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
- Deputies were dispatched to Holly Lake Ranch, at approximately 1:43 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged Holly Lake Ranch property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on Highway 154 near Quitman; at approximately 9:13 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Monday, Nov. 25
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2260 near Mineola, at approximately 9:21 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 80, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2317 near Mineola, at approximately 10:31 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2843 near Mineola, at approximately 12:11 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located and transported the individual to the hospital.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 8257 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:24 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 69 near Alba, at approximately 3:36 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was OK.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 49 near Mineola; at approximately 8:41 p.m. Joseph Bedwell, 36, of Mabank, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of a firearm by felon, and resisting arrest, search or transport.
- Deputies were dispatched to Red Leaf Lane near Hawkins, at approximately 9:07 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with parties involved and determined it was a civil matter.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:31 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies provided a courtesy transport and cleared the incident.
Agency Assists
Between the dates of November 20 and November 25, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following:
- Mineola Fire Department,
- Mineola Police Department
- Emergency Medical Services
- Winnsboro Police Department
- Quitman Police Department.
Jail Count
Total Jail Count –133 inmate, 116 males and 17 females.
Reminders from Sheriff Castloo
- 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.
Chamber Connection for Nov. 28, 2019
By Lezley Brown, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce president/CEO
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! 2019 has been a fast and furious year, and now here we sit enjoying Thanksgiving Day! The Friday after Thanksgiving is a day often referred to as Black Friday. It was named Black Friday because it described the heavy and disruptive pedestrian and vehicle traffic that would occur on the day after Thanksgiving. Many people shop Black Friday, and that’s fantastic. But, there’s an even better day for shopping! The Saturday after Thanksgiving is called Small Business Saturday. It is a day labeled to remind us to shop locally for the holidays. Our small business owners are giving everything they’ve got to live their dreams, and we in return, can benefit from those dreams! Hopkins County offers wonderful local shopping! Please make sure you spend at least some of your day at your favorite local place … stores, restaurants, venues, all of them. We love our Small Businesses, and we want them to continue to thrive and be successful in all they do. Shop local for the holidays and enjoy Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30!
The Sulphur Springs Hopkins County EDC and the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce are hosting their annual Economic Outlook Conference at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center on Wednesday, Dec. 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are so excited to welcome Mr. Christopher Slijk, assistant economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, as our keynote speaker at the 2019 Economic Outlook Conference. Sponsorships of the conference and tickets are available. Lunch will be provided. For further information, please call the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce at 903-885-6515.
I’m excited to let you know that we have begun work on the 2020 Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce Directory. We distribute over 7,000 of these directories to visitors, relocation hopefuls, and even hometown heroes who are interested in learning more about our local businesses. They include historical information as well all things to the see and do in Hopkins County. The best part is, they include an alphabetical and categorical listing of your business. LeeAnn Peugh with Echo Publishing will be contacting you in the next few weeks to see if you are interested in placing an ad in the directory. The rates are affordable, and one of the best ways to represent your business. I hope you will consider this a wise investment with over 7,000 opportunities for business exposure. You may also contact the Chamber, and I will pass your information along to her. I’m proud to produce this book telling all about the place we love. I hope you will join me in the journey!
Heritage Park will host Christmas in the Park on Saturday, Nov. 30
The Hopkins County Historical Society presents Christmas in the Park on Saturday, Nov. 30, and Saturday, Dec. 7, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Visit with Santa, see the light displays, listen to live music, enjoy hot cocoa, old-fashioned cider, coffee and cookies, and begin your Christmas shopping in the Country Store.
TLC Chiropractic is hosting their ribbon cutting celebration
TLC Chiropractic is hosting their ribbon cutting celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at noon. They are located at 2655 Highway 11 east in Sulphur Springs. Please make plans to attend to learn about our newest business in Hopkins County!
Hopkins County EMS is hosting their Christmas Tree decorating contest
Hopkins County EMS is hosting their annual Christmas Tree decorating contest on Friday, Dec. 6, on Celebration Plaza. For rules and additional information, visit EMS on Facebook at Hopkins County EMS.
Lion’s Club will host the 12th Annual Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 6
The Lion’s Club is hosting the 12th Annual Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m.
The parade begins at Buford Park and goes East on Connally Street to the square, turns left onto Church Street, and left on Houston Street to end in the Gerald Prim Stadium parking lot (watch the Lion’s Club Facebook page for possible route changes due to construction on Connally Street).
You may pick up registration forms and rules at the Chamber of Commerce. Registration forms must be received by noon on Tuesday, December 4.
CASA hosts their annual Cookie Walk
CASA is hosting their annual Cookie Walk on Friday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at First United Methodist Church Family Life Center.
Cookies are sold for $5 a pound. Go by there and load up on Christmas cookies while supporting our local CASA!
Santa Cause 5K presented by Nations Lending
Nations Lending is hosting a Santa Cause 5K Without the Sleigh benefitting the Reed-Cavanaugh families at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at Pizza Inn, 1320 Mockingbird Lane in Sulphur Springs.
For additional information, contact Nations Lending at 202 Church St. in Sulphur Springs.
North East Texas Choral Society presents “Starry Night”
North East Texas Choral Society presents Starry Night on Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. and on Dec. 8, at 2 p.m., in the SSHS Auditorium in Sulphur Springs.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. You may purchase tickets online at www.singerscount.org.
Sister Babyz hosts 8th Annual Fashion Show
Sister Babyz will host their annual Fashion Show on Friday, Dec. 13, at BackStory Brewery, 211 Magnolia St. in Sulphur Springs. Happy Hour begins at 6 p.m., Fashion Show begins at 7 p.m. and shopping the show begins at 8 p.m. All proceeds benefit local charities.
Tickets are available for purchase at Sister Babyz, 135 Gilmer St., in Sulphur Springs, or at www.sisterbabyz.com.
Main Street Theater presents “A Christmas Carol”
The Main Street Theater Community Players Presents A Christmas Carol. Performances will be Thursday, Dec. 12, and Friday, Dec. 13, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 14, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and again from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 15, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Online reservations can be made at www.communityplayersinc.com or by calling (903) 885-0107. Main Street Theater is located at 225 Main St. in Sulphur Springs.
Ribbon Cutting
The UPRA Rodeo Finals were held in Sulphur Springs last weekend. They held a ribbon cutting to celebrate 40 years of the UPRA Rodeo Finals at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 21st at the Civic Center.
Thanksgiving Leading Day For Home Cooking Fires
Tips For A Safer Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays for most brings to mind for most a smorgasbord of rich foods, including turkey and dressing with giblet gravy, ham, rolls and plenty of sweet desserts and snacks. However, for some, the the holidays are marked by devastation — home fires.
Cooking is the leading cause of reported home fires year-round in the US, and accounts for 45 percent of all home fire injuries and 21 percent of home fire deaths. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires and fire deaths; 15 percent of the fatalities are attributed to clothing ignitions, according to the National Fire Protection Agency.
Thanksgiving Day is the leading day for US home cooking fires, with more than three times as many home cooking fires occurring on Thanksgiving as a typical day of the year, the NFPA reports.
Thus, Hopkins County Fire Chief Andy Endsley has a few safety reminders heading into the holidays to help keep residents and properties safer.
Endsley recommends those planning to cook a turkey outdoors for Thanksgiving, especially those planning to deep fry, to make sure it’s cooked away from patios, porches, garages, structures and awnings. He suggests testing the turkey to fluid ratio before putting oil into it; put the turkey in water before firing the cooker up. If water splashes out, that is an indicator there’s too much liquid. Remove some of the water. When the turkey fits without significant amount of water overflowing, that’s a good indicator of how much oil to put in the fryer, the fire chief suggested.
Also, to avoid an explosion, avoid dropping a frozen turkey into hot oil. Make sure the turkey is thawed before attempting to cook it. The cooler the turkey the hotter the oil and fire, the more chances of splashing or burning.
The US Fire Administration also reminds turkey chefs to make sure their fryer is level, and away from children and animals, to avoid it tipping over or popping and burning. Keeping a 3-foot safety zone around stoves (when cooking indoors) and outdoor grills is recommended.
Things that can catch fire — like oven mitts, wooden utensils, food wrappers, and towels– should be kept a minimum of 3 feet from the cooking area. Shirt sleeves should be pushed up and billowy clothing should be worn after the food is prepared to keep it from coming into contact with open flames or other heat sources, the NFPA recommends.
Cooking food shouldn’t be left on the stove top unattended, especially when frying and sauteing with oil. Stay near and check the turkey frequently while it is cooking.
Home Heating Tips
Endsley also reminds that precautions are needed for heating structures during cooler temperatures. He notes that heaters are to be plugged directly into outlets. Extension cords should not be used for electric heaters, as doing so can easily overload the source and result in melted cords and fires.
Natural heating should include proper ventilation, method to extinguish a blaze in a fireplace or wood burning store. Check to be sure there are no gas leaks for natural gas heaters. Objects should not be placed too close to any heaters or heating sources as a precaution as well.
Saltillo Lions and Lady Lions and Sulphur Bluff Lady Bears Get Basketball Wins
Both the Saltillo Lions and Lady Lions got basketball wins Monday and the Lady Lions won again on Tuesday.
The Lions, ranked #21 in Class A, topped Boles, 78-53. The Lions outscored Boles during the first three quarters and then coasted to victory in the fourth. Chris Boekhorst led the Lions with 33 points. Andrew Redburn scored 17 points. Colby McCoy added 12 points. Gunner Tarver and Dillon Beadle had 8 points each. The Lions improved their season record to 2-1. The Lions played Alba-Golden Tuesday.
Meanwhile the Lady Lions, ranked #16 in Class A, improved their season record to 8-3 with a big 76-21 win at home against Terrell Tuesday. The Lady Lions outscored Terrell in every quarter and held the Lady Tigers to less than ten points in three of the quarters. Chandler Bain led the Lady Lions with 18 points. Brittney Peeples had 14 points. Anna Reeder scored 13 points. Allie Lane scored 12 points. Maddy Smith had 7 points. Jocelyn Ochia added 5 points. Kristina Wade scored 3 points. Paisley Kastner and Julianna Giles both scored 2 points. Monday the Lady Lions defeated Celeste, 42-30 at Celeste. After a 10-10 first quarter tie, the Lady Lions took command of the game with strong second and third quarters. Chandler Bain led the Lady Lions with 11 points. Anna Reeder and Jocelyn Ochoa had 8 points each. Allie Lane and Kristina Wade had 5 points apiece. Brittney Peeples added 4 points. Julianna Giles scored 1 point.
The Sulphur Bluff Lady Bears Basketball Team won third place recently in the Bland Invitational Tournament with a win over Class 3A Bonham. Lady Bear Jada Wade received All-Tournament Honors. Skylar Stanley, a freshman, had her season high with 18 points. Alley Collett had 8 points. Wade scored 7 points. Ann Dorner had 5 points before going out in the second half due to an ankle injury. Dalena di Donato had 4 points.
Former Wildcat Player and Coach Triston Abron to Bring Paul Pewitt to Prim For Friday Football Playoff Game
Gerald Prim Stadium in Sulphur Springs will host another playoff football on Friday (November 29) and it’s a big homecoming or sorts. Former Wildcats Defensive Coordinator and former Wildcats football player Triston Abron is returning to The Prim as the head coach of the Paul Pewitt Brahmas. Paul Pewitt will be playing Bells at 6 p.m. Friday at Prim Stadium. It’s a regional semi-final game for Class 3A, Region III, Division II. Paul Pewitt is 11-1 for the season while Bells is 9-3. Coach Abron’s team was picked to finish fourth in their district by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Magazine but they surprised the experts. The Brahmas were district co-champs and a #2 seed in the playoffs. The winner of Friday night’s game will face the winner of a Daingerfield and Newton game being played Friday at Nacogdoches.
Lady Cats Basketball Team Takes Liberty-Eylau into Overtime Before Dropping 55-49 Game
In a back and forth game, the Lady Cats Basketball Team got outscored in overtime, 11-5 in a 55-49 loss to Liberty-Eyau Monday afternoon (November 25) at the Main Gym at Sulphur Springs High School. The Lady Cats season record slipped to 3-5. The Lady Leopards improved to 4-1 for the season. Liberty-Eylau took a 13-11 lead after the first quarter. The Lady Cats surged ahead in the second period and were up 28-27 at halftime. The Lady Leopards moved back up by three points, 41-38 after three quarters. Points were hard to come by in the fourth quarter as they Lady Cats outscored Liberty-Eylau 6-3 in the quarter to tie the game after regulation, 44-44. In overtime after the teams traded baskets, L-E went on a run that proved to be the difference in the game. The run was fueled by several steals by the Lady Leopards using their full court press. The deficit proved too much for the Lady Cats to overcome. Freshman Serenity Lewis had a huge scoring game tallying 23 points before fouling out in overtime. Freshman Kenzie Willis and senior Kate Womack had 7 points each. Junior Nylah Lindley scored 6 points. Freshman Addisyn Wall added 4 points and junior Bre’Asia Ivery had 2 points. In a post game interview, Lady Cats Coach Brittney Tisdell said she told her team she would work with them to fix their young mistakes so they could come after the teams next year that are getting the best of them this year. She credited her team for playing hard and never giving up. Coach Tisdell said she scheduled Liberty-Eylau because she knew they would be athletic. She said the Lady Leopards will help the Lady Cats get ready for district team’s that are athletic like Texas High. The Lady Cats practiced Tuesday before taking most of the rest of the week off for Thanksgiving holidays. The Lady Cats return to action on Tuesday, December 3 at Terrell.
