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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Liberty Man Arrested In Sulphur Springs On Controlled Substance Charge
A 28-year-old Liberty, Texas man was arrested by a sheriff’s deputy on controlled substance and weaopn charges, following a routine traffic stop in Sulphur Springs Saturday morning, according to arrest reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Lance Burdick reported stopping a Ford F250 pickup at about 2:35 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, on Shannon Road at Bill Bradford Road, for having a defective high center mounted brake light. As he approached the pickup, Burdick alleged he could smell a marijuana odor coming from the vehicle. On contact with the driver, the deputy reportedly asked him to step out of the truck so he could conduct a probable cause search.
Burdick reported finding a handgun between the driver’s seat and console. He took the weapon to his vehicle and asked communications operators to conduct a records check on the gun while he continued searching the pickup.
In the console, Burdick allegedly found a vape pen containing suspected THC oil. When asked, Colby Wayne Jones allegedly admitted it contained THC oil he had obtained during a trip to California. The 28-year-old Liberty man was taken into custody. The substance field-tested positive as THC oil, Burdick alleged in arrest reports.
Consequently, Jones was booked into the county jail for possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance and for unlawful carrying of a weapon, according to arrest reports. Jones remained in the county jail late Saturday morning on the charges, according to jail reports.
Also credited with assisting with the stop were HCSO Deputy Nicholas Marney, Sgt. Scott Davis and Deputy Jason Lavender.
Hopkins County Records For Nov. 22, 2019
Divorces Confirmed Final
- Jason Ray Bailey and Jennifer Ann Bailey
- Cynthia Ann Choate and Russell Brian Choate
- Velma Jo Layton and Ronald Ray Layton
- Henry Anthony Rodriguez and Sarah Elizabeth Rodriguez
- Jaime Sanchez and Liliana Castorena Sanchez
- Lurdes Vazquez and Kristopher Vazquez Gonzalez
Land Deed Transactions
- Jason Pounds to Ninja Investments LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Emma Sue Dicken to Barry M. Williams and Zenda V. Williams; tract in the Joseph Alexander survey
- Samuel Wayne Smith and Kassandra Lynn Smith to Jessica Jackson and Errand Tinner; tract in the Thomas Tobar survey
- Somkhit B. Cam to Ngoan Thi Tran; tract in the JS Reed survey
- Hung T. Nguyen to Ngoan Thi Tran; tract in the JS Reed survey
- Charlotte Laverne Johnson to The Ranches At River Ridge LLC; tract in the AJ Butts survey
- Katherine R. Belcher to Albert H. Reeves Jr. and Shaina Reeves; tract in the Henry Morgan survey
- Sherry E. Gentry to Ninja Investments LLC; tract in the Elizaveth Melton survey
- Hebert Reichle, Linda Gail Reichle, Michele Robinson and Richard Robinson to William B. Blank; tract in the John Clark survey
- Larry A. Powers, trustee, to Sharolette Hyde
- April Bulkley and Bryant Bulkley to Jamey J. Freyman and John W. Freyman; tract in the Shelby Tunage survey
- Mary Donna Albert and Steve M. Albert to Sandra Hagans Patton; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Ralph Doss to H. Keith Hunt; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Albert H. Reeves Jr. ad Shaina Reeves to Lisa Allen and Dale Price; tract in the Henry N. Quirk survey
- Brian K. Foster to Michael L. Peoples Jr.; tract in the Elizabeth Mitchell survey
- Leah Norris to William Robert Norris; tract in the HL Ward survey
- Belinda T. Cooper and Jonathan Edward Cooper to Billie R. Cooper and John Cooper; tract in the LP Dikes survey
- Glenna Jo Hargrave to Glenna Hargrave Family Trust, Glenna Jo Hargrave trustee; tract in the RR Hargrave survey
- Anthony Geraci and Judy Geraci to Gabino Catanon Cervantes; tract in the AJ Odom survye
- Karl I. Kuykendall and Kimberly L. Kuykendall to Karl & Kimberly Kuykendall Revocable Trust, with Karl I. Kuykendall and Kimberly L. Kuy Kendall as trustees; tract in the John Clark survey
- Billy Gene McWhirter Sr. independently and as trustee for the Loretta Kibler Revocable Trust and the Billy Gene McWhirter Sr. Revocable Living Trust, to Ahmad Mustapha and Mohamad Mustafa; tract in the E. Mitchell survey
- Phyllis Housouer and Robert D. Nelson to Sonia Biasatti; tract in the J. Pettyjohn survey
- Brooke Francis and Tyler Francis to Sonia Biasatti; tract in the Josiah Pettyjohn survey
- M. Lynn Kimbell and Roy B. Kimbell to Beanie Dale Vice and Sharon Kay Vice; tract in the Thomas Birdwell survey
- Gina M. Knotek and Raymond J. Knotek Jr. to Frederick J. Mastan and Sharon L. Mastan; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Velma Faye Henderson Lighfoot to Christopher James Baumann and Stacey Leigh Baumann; tract in the Rock Creek Addition
- Anna Diamond, James Harold Diamond and Michael Ray Diamond to Clint Williams and Cydney Williams; tract in the Hillside Addition
- Charlie Joe Jones to Derrick Dennis Jones and Cheryl Y. Jones; tract in the James Gahagan survey
- R4U Ventures LLC to Waskow Properties LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- SWAD Inc. to R4U Ventures LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
Applications for Marriage Licenses
- Dennis Robert Cook Wagner and Samantha Raye Deaton
- Christine Elizabeth Rogers and Rebecca Angelique Keim
- Isaiah Matthew Levin and Magdaleno Vanes Hernandez
- Jeffrey Adam Garza and Amber Marie Harmon
- Justin L. McKee and Jessica Christine Luna
- Michael Jace Wood and Lori Alisa Franks
- Jonathan Andrew Foster and Karolina Espinoza Vallejo
Wood County Sheriff’s Report For Nov. 13-19, 2019
November 13
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 7:36 a.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole several lottery tickets from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 12:31 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2128 near Quitman.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Quitman, at approximately 1:45 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole the reporting party’s mail. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 3:22 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Hawkins.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 6:54 p.m. Brian Bishop, 64, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Cheyenne near Quitman; at approximately 8:54 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- At 10:22 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Yantis.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 11:26 p.m. Tyler Wright, 27, of Quitman, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated.
November 14
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4586 near Winnsboro; at approximately 1:07 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1475 near Quitman; at approximately 2:32 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3940 near Mineola, at approximately 9:13 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:48 p.m., in reference to fraud on FM 312 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 3:12 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1300 near Yantis.
- Deputies were dispatched to SPUR 514 near Yantis, at approximately 4:13 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 67, was found deceased at his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3440 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:47 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3440 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:04 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
November 15
- At 8:56 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 778 near Quitman; at approximately 10:19 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:29 a.m., in reference to harassment on CR 1297 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4506 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:32 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3836 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:52 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle in the roadway. Wyatt’s Towing towed the vehicle and the incident was cleared.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:30 p.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor stole a firearm from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1681 near Alba, at approximately 7:50 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 FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 8:30 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1475 near Quitman; at approximately 9:17 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Plum St. in Winnsboro; at approximately 9:40 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4918 near Quitman, at approximately 10:25 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
November 16
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1297 near Yantis, at approximately 12:31 a.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Pacific St. in Mineola; at approximately 1:03 a.m. Joshua Weger, 34, of Powderly, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Tampering Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair. Amanda McCann, 39, of Paris, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3204 near Quitman, at approximately 4:19 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 182 near Quitman; at approximately 5:35 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- At 9:21 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Yantis.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 11:46 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 1:01 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 17 near Alba.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 80 near Mineola; at approximately 2:41 p.m. Kalpesh Patel, 42, of Mineola, was arrested for No Drivers License While Unlicensed.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 779 near Alba; at approximately 4:07 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:55 p.m., in reference to harassment on CR 1990 near Yantis. Deputies made contact with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Winnsboro St. in Quitman; at approximately 7:07 p.m. Myressa Cribbs, 25, of Winnsboro, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3955 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:44 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 288 near Quitman; at approximately 10:49 p.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 4460 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:28 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies located the activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 11:47 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
November 17
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 4750 near Winnsboro; at approximately 3:58 a.m. Jordan Thornton, 20, of Winnsboro, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated with Open Alcoholic Container.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:50 a.m., in reference to harassment on FM 515 near Yantis. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Beaulah St. in Hawkins; at approximately 1:49 p.m. Patrick Robinson, 33, of Hawkins, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1726 near Yantis, at approximately 1:50 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1975 near Yantis, at approximately 4:40 p.m., in reference to theft. Deputies made contact with the individuals and cleared the incident.
- At 5:19 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 779 near Alba.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2280 near Mineola, at approximately 6:07 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated, prior to the deputies’ arrival.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 779 near Alba; at approximately 6:18 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Alba, at approximately 6:29 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 80 near Mineola; at approximately 9:24 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 10:12 p.m. Robert LaPlante, 26, of Alba, was arrested for Manufacture Delivery of a Controlled Substance.
November 18
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2330 near Mineola, at approximately 5:16 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
- At 8:54 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Quitman.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2659 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:18 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 76, was found deceased in her residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:38 a.m., in reference to a scam on CR 2444 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1900 near Yantis, at approximately 1:44 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 4;15 p.m., in reference to a burglary of a vehicle. Actors, or actors unknown, stole 2 guitars from the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke to the reporting party, at approximately 5:37 p.m., in reference to a scam on CR 2246 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 2169 near Quitman, at approximately 10:19 p.m., in reference to an animal complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the owner of the dogs.
November 19
- At 12:58 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Quitman.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 1:19 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:23 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 3522 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:34 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the day.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:35 p.m., in reference to a scam on CR 2444 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 1:09 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1859 near Yantis, at approximately 2:18 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the day.
- Deputies were dispatched to CR 1960 near Yantis, at approximately 2:23 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:55 p.m., in reference to fraud on CR 4586 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 3:25 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 779 near Alba.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1647 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:45 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- Deputies were dispatched to PR 6645 near Mineola, at approximately 6:58 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Mason Brady, 19, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on HWY 37 near Winnsboro; at approximately 7:34 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 2502 near Mineola; at approximately 11:27 p.m. Deputies located the individual and cleared the incident.
Agency Assists
Between the dates of Nov. 13 and Nov. 19, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following:
- Rains County Sheriff’s Office
- Mineola Police Department
Wood County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division Report:
- Between November 13 and November 19, investigators obtained 1 arrest warrant, filed 1 case with the District Attorney for prosecution and had a number of follow ups.
Jail Count
Total Jail Count – 132 inmates:
- 137 males
- 119 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.
Saltillo Lady Lions Pick Up Two Wins In Their Saltillo Varsity Girls Basketball Tournament Thursday
The Saltillo Lady Lions got off to a good start in their varsity girls tournament winning two games Thursday, Nov. 21.
The Lady Lions won the first game of the tournament over Clarksville, 57-28 and then won a late game over Prairiland, 63-49. The Lady Lions improved their season record to 4-1.
Against Clarksville, the Lady Lions got off to a fast start leading 15-6 after one quarter. For the Lady Lions, Chandler Bain scored 20 points, Maddie Smith had 14 points, Brittney Peeples had 10 points. Anna Reeder had 5 points, Allie Lane scored 4 points, Jocelyn Ochoa had 3 points and Paisley Kastner added 1 point.
The Lady Lions also started out strong against Prairiland leading 20-10 after one quarter.
Chandler Bain again led the Lady Lions with 18 points against Prairiland. Anna Reeder had 15 points, Allie Lane had 12 points. Maddie Smith added 10 points, Jocelyn Ochoa scored 6 points and Brittney Peeples had 2 points.
The Lady Lions play Whitewright and Bullard Friday in pool play.
In other tourney scores Thursday:
- Chisum defeated Quinlan Ford, 54-37
- Whitewright topped Clarksville, 48-43
- CHESS bested Quinlan Ford, 50-46
- Bullard defeated Whitewright, 61-30
- Chisum downed North Lamar, 57-34
- Bullard defeated Prairiland, 52-34
- Dodd City topped CHESS, 83-33
- Dodd City defeated North Lamar, 79-29.
Tournament pool play continues Friday.
Lady Cats Basketball Visits Paris On Game Day Friday
The Lady Cats Basketball Team has a non-district game at Paris on this Friday, Nov. 22 game day. There will be a JV game at 4:30 p.m. with the varsity game to follow at around 5:45 p.m.
The Lady Cats come into the game with a season record of 2-4. The Lady Cats won two and lost two in a Bells Invitational Tournament last week and got a win in the consolation final in the tournament’s Silver Bracket defeating Whitesboro, 32-22.
The Paris Head Coach is Jeff Chapman, in his second year after eight years as the Lady Cats Basketball Coach. Brittney Tisdell is in her second year as Lady Cats Head Basketball Coach.
Sulphur Bluff Wins Girls Basketball Tournament Game Thursday To Open Season With 3-0 Record
The Sulphur Bluff Lady Bears Basketball Team is off to a 3-0 start for the young season. After defeating Maud last Friday, Nov. 15, 47-7, the Lady Bears won over Savoy, 44-32 on Tuesday, and then, improved to 3-0 for the season with a win in a Bland Tournament Thursday over Yantis, 66-9. The Lady Bears outscored the Lady Owls in every quarter.
Lady Bears Head Coach Zandra Peyton said the girls really look good so far this year, even with only being out of volleyball for just a little over a week.
Against Yantis, Jada Wade had a season high 21 points. Ann Dorner had 16 points. Alley Collett had 9 points. Skylar Stanley had 8 points. Dalena di Donato had 4 points, Angel Brown and Lydia Drummond had 2 points each.
The Lady Bears play host Bland in the tournament on Friday.
Done Deal: Luminant-City Deal For Thermo Mine Final
The deal between the City of Sulphur Springs and Luminant to transfer the title for the former Thermo mine property to the city was closed at lunch Friday, according to City Manger Marc Maxwell.
“Luminant didn’t have to do this. It’s a good investment for our community, for which I say, thank you, Luminant,” Maxwell said.
City officials will soon start doing some planning for the property, to determine how the 4,858-acre facilty will be used. The next step will be to begin the process of annexing the property into the city limits. That process is expected to begin at the Dec. 3 meeting of Sulphur Springs City Council.
The city, as part of the deal, will grant easement access so that reclamation efforts can continue. Some areas have already been reclaimed, others are in progress. A reclamation plan has yet to be approved by the Railroad Commission for a section of about 500 acres labled H Area.Once approved, easements will have been granted so the work can begin on that section as well.
Calving Difficulty Is A Concern For All Cattlemen
By Dr. Mario Villarino, agriculture/ natural resources Agent, Hopkins County AgriLife Extension
During the week, I visited with a long term cattle rancher friend of the Extension office. He was talking to me about a particular heifer and his concerns about first-time calving.
For ranchers, the calf crop is critical. No calf, no business; it’s as simple as that. As Johhny (name changed intentionally) was telling me about the situation, I helped him make the right decision during the process.
Calving difficulty is a concern of every cattleman because it is a major cause of calf deaths and is second only to rebreeding failures in reducing calf crop percentages. Cows that have difficulty during calving have significantly lower fertility at rebreeding. Prevention through good heifer management and proper bull selection is the best treatment for calving difficulties. Even with the best management, though, a certain percentage of young heifers will experience difficulty to some degree, and even older cows occasionally have difficulty.
Watching a good heifer or cow go through the agonies of a problem birth is not an uncommon experience for anyone in the cattle business. Probably the most frustrating aspect is trying to decide when and how to assist, and whether or not professional attention is needed.
Many cattlemen attempt to correct problems that they have neither the instruments nor the knowledge to handle, while others refuse to intervene in even the simplest dystocia problems. Neither approach is good. The rancher and veterinarian should cooperate to deal with problems.
All cattlemen should be able to recognize early signs of dystocia and determine when or if professional help is needed. To reduce calving losses, cattlemen must understand the progressive stages of birth and the time interval of each stage. This knowledge can be gained by frequently observing the birth process. Familiarity with each stage of birth as well as the skeletal structure of the cow helps one to determine when and how assistance may be provided.
For Johhny, the value of the heifer and the high risk of calving difficulties warrantied the early involvement of his veterinarian, and the heifer as far and I know, was promptly brought into his vet clinic for care. I am looking forward to finding out what happened with the heifer!
For more information on this or any other agricultural topic, please contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443 or email me at [email protected].
