While All SSISD Elementary Students To Receive Free Meals, Adult Lunch Going Up
All Sulphur Springs Independent School District students from pre-kindergarten and Head Start through fifth graders will receive free school meals this year. However, faculty and visitors will pay more during the 2019-2020 school year when purchasing meals at SSISD campuses.
SSISD Child Nutrition Department earlier this month announced additional campuses qualify for the Community Eligibility Provisions program. Douglass Early Childhood Learning Center, Barbara Bush Elementary, Bowie Primary, Lamar Primary, Travis Primary and Sulphur Springs Learning Center will provide breakfast and lunch at no charge to all students attending these campuses during the 2019-2020 school year. Participating in the CEP program also means parents won’t have to fill out and return meal applications for free, reduced-price, and paid student meals.
“This new approach reduces burdens for both families and school administrators and helps ensure that students receive nutritious meals,” notes SSISD Child Nutrition Program Director Veronica Arnold.
Because SSMS and SSHS do not qualify for the CEP program, students enrolled at these campuses will still need to complete and return to school the application for free and reduced meals to purchase and receive breakfast and lunch at their campus.
Arnold reported that adults, faculty or visitors, will pay a 25-cents more for a lunch purchases from SSISD cafeterias. The rate increase is based on USDA reimbursement rates, released Aug. 7 for the 2019-2020 school year. Based on that information, school Child Nutrition programs are required to recalculae adult and visitor prices using the USDA formula for minimum allowed pricing, according to Arnold.
The cost for faculty and visitor breakfast prices will remain $2.25. However, adult lunch prices will increase to $4 per meal, Arnold reports.
SSISD will once again participate in Region VII Education Service Center Inter-local Purchasing System to purchase food and supplies at the bid rates. SSISD will purchase certain foods and servicese through the food cooperative as follows:
- Fresh bread: Kurz and Company
- General grocery such as canned and dry goods, fresh and frozen meats: Sysco ETX
- Fluid milk, dairy products and juice: Hiland Dairy and Sysco East TX
- Snack foods and beverages: Sysco East Texas
- Catering and special event grocery: Sysco East TX
- Paper, plastic, chemicals and equipment such as dish machine chemicals and servicing: Systco East TX, Kirby Restaurant Supply and Abernathy
- Frozen Desserts: Sysco East Tx
- Beverages and dispensed drinks: Sysco ETX, Coca-Cola, Hiland Dairy and Trident
- Fresh produce: Sysco, Brother’s Produce and BTB Hot Sauce LLC
Cumby ISD Switching Up Food Service Program To Give More Meal Options
Not only will Cumby Independent School District students still be able to enjoy a free breakfast and pre-kindergarten students free lunches too this year, but all Cumby ISD students will have more choices when they go through the line for lunch.
Recognizing the importance of quality meals to students’ learning development, Cumby ISD administrators were given approval to enter into a partnership with FoodService Peeps to improve the school meal program, by offering more options to temp students’ appetites.
“FSP brings many years of experience and expertise in managing Child Nutrition programs. FSP will be working to identify opportunities to improve our Child Nutrition Program to better serve our students body, teacher, parents and administrators,” CISD Superintendent Shelly Slaughter stated in a letter to parents of CISD students.
All full elementary menus include one entree choice with meat and grain, one fruit choice, two vegetable choices, and a milk choice.
For instance, Monday, Aug. 19, the main lunch menu for elementary and junior high students includes a chicken burrito, seasoned carrots, seasoned black beans and chilled applesauce. The Peeps eats also offers an alternate menu of turkey and cheese on a bun, crunch coleslaw, lettuce and tomato cup, and chilled applesauce.
High school students on will have a choice of one entree with meat and grain offering, two fruit choices, two vegetable choices and milk. They will have chef’s choice, pies, grilled, fresh grabs and garden sides to choose from. For Monday, Aug. 19, their options will be chicken stir fry with Asian brown rice, an egg roll and green beans; cheese pie (pizza); a grilled chicken wrap with chips and salsa, and lettuce and tomato; a chef salad with croutons and crackers; and a salad with cucumber coins, carrot sticks, raisins and chilled peaches.
Lunch prices for 2019-2020 for junior high and high school students will be $2.40. Lunch for elementary students, with the exception of pre-k kids, will be $2.15 this year. However, some students may qualify for free or reduced lunch prices through the National School Lunch program. Those who qualify for reduce meals will pay on 40-cents for lunch, and free pay no fee.
Any parents who have yet to complete and return a National School Lunch Application for their students are urged to do so as soon as possible to “avoid any unnecessary hardship on your students.”
“It is critical that all parents complete the National School Lunch Application since it will provide additional streams of federal funding to Cumby ISD,” Slaughter noted.
Cumby ISD also implemented a “Charge Policy of up to $ $20.00,” effective as the Aug. 15 start of classes for all students.
Adult lunch prices this year will be $3.75 and breakfast $1.50.
The campus will, however, be closed to all outside food vendors and deliveries as part of new safety initiatives to strengthen overall campus security, according to Slaughter.
Sulphur Springs ISD Agrees To ‘Strike Off’ Oak Avenue Property To City For New Senior Citizens Center
House Built By CTE Students Still Unsold
Sulphur Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees were asked during their regular August meeting to consider taking action regarding two different properties owned by the school.
Oak Avenue Properties
Trustees agreed to “strike off” and give to the city tracts of property located on Oak Avenue, where a nursing home used to be located. The property has been abandoned and now jointly owned by the taxing entities.
The city manager asked that the local taxing entities, including the school district, to give the property to the city for construction of a new senior citizens activities building, a project that would be funded through taxes dedicated for economic development should the measure receive voter approval in the Nov. 5 election, according to school officials.
For anything to be done on the property will require abatement, which will be very costly. Currently, no tax funds are being received for the property. Giving it to the city would benefit the community, at no monetary cost to the school. The district’s attorneys were consulted and strongly recommend “striking off” the properties, school officials told the school board.
The county earlier this summer also agreed to give their part in the land to the city for that purpose. Hopkins County Hospital District has yet to vote on the matter.
SSISD trustees gave unanimous approval for the city to have the land to construct a Senior Citizens Center on.
Fore Street Property
Trustees were also slated to vote on bids for the farm-style home constructed on Fore Street over the last two years by Sulphur Springs High School students in construction classes.
Because of the value of the property which was offered for purchase by the school district, law required bids be sought for it. Unfortunately, Assistant Superintendent Josh Williams reported, the district did not receive any bids for the property. Thus, no action could be taken on the measure.
Trustees and school officials are to discuss at a later school board meeting what to do about the Fore Street property.
CTE
This year and moving forward, SSHS students in career and technology education construction classes are slated to construct a “tiny” house, according to Jenny Arledge, SSHS Director of College and Career Readiness and Career & Technical Education.
Arledge at the Aug. 12 board meeting also presented the annual CTE program evaluation to the school board. She said the state accountability focus is moving more toward helping students attain as many certifications as possible. SSHS is working to meet that focus, by offering even more potential certifications students can attain in future years, which will mean some change in the way the program is reported and structured.
The school is working with Fire in Texas academy to try to be able to offer in the 2020-21 school year two additional program: EMT certification and basic firefighter certification for students who complete all course requirements and pass state and/or national testing requirements for certification, according to Arledge.
The complete CTE annual evaluation report can be views on the SSISD website.
2 Sulphur Springs Residents, Oklahoma Woman Jailed On Unrelated Felony Warrants
Two women and one man were taken into custody by sheriff’s officers. All three were booked into the county jail Friday on felony warrants, according to arrest reports.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Transport Deputy Jason Poteet traveled Friday to San Saba unit of Texas Department of Criminal Justice, where Madison Marie Olivia Darst was being held. Poteet took the 20-year-old Enid, Oklahoma woman into custody at 11:15 a.m. Aug. 16 and transported her to Hopkins County jail, where she was booked at 4:18 p.m. Aug. 16 on a bench warrant for violation of probation, which she was on for having a prohibited substance in a correctional facility, according to arrest reports.
Darst was originally arrested on at least two other charges on Sept. 26, 2017, and released from jail Dec. 21, 2017. She had been placed on probation. A warrant was issued Oct. 22, 2018, for her arrest, for violating the terms of her probation, according to arrest, jail and court reports.
A Crime Stoppers tip lead to the arrest of Lauren Leighann Duckworth. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office arrested the wanted 29-year-old Sulphur Springs woman. She was found at an East Industrial Drive residence.
HCSO Sgt. Michael Russell and Deputy D. Fisher confirmed the warrant to be active and served it at the location, where Duckworth had been living. She was arrested at 3:10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16 for violation of probation. Her probation was for a 2014 burglary of a building charge, according to arrest and jail reports.
Sgt. Russell and Deputy Fisher also took Ricky Lee Wyly II into custody at 10:32 a.m. Friday, Aug. 16. The sheriff’s officers were reportedly alerted to Wyly was wanted for an assault of a family or household member that impeded breathing indictment. They located the 41-year-old Sulphur Springs man on FM 71 west and took him into custody.
Wyly is accused in an indictment of impeding the breathing or circulation of a female household member by applying pressure to her neck or throat during the assault on July 5. The indictment was signed during the Aug. 1 Grand Jury session, and the warrant for his arrest was issued on Aug. 15, according to jail and arrest 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.
Mount Vernon Man Arrested In Sulphur Springs By Deputies On 4th DWI Charge
A 69-year-old Mount Vernon man was arrested early Saturday morning on Church Street in Sulphur Springs by deputies for driving while intoxicated, marking the fourth time he’s been arrested on the offense, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Lance Burdick alleged in arrest reports.
Sheriff’s dispatchers were contacted following a complaint transferred from Delta County officials regarding a reckless driver, someone traveling south in the northbound lane of State Highway 19 at the Delta-Hopkins County line at 12:35 a.m. Aug. 17, according to sheriff’s reports. HCSO Deputies Aaron Chaney and Zack Horne responded to attempt to locate the vehicle. A short time later, both deputies reported spotting a white Ford Crown Victoria and stopping it on Church Street.
The deputies requested Burdick to respond at the location shortly thereafter to conduct a DWI investigation. Upon arrival, Burdick spoke to both deputies and the driver of the car, identified in arrest reports as 69-year-old LG Fountain. Burdick reported smelling a faint alcohol odor on the Mount Vernon man and noted that Fountain had glassy, bloodshot eyes. Fountain allegedly agreed to field sobriety tests, on which he showed 7 clues of intoxication. Burdick reported two open containers located.
Fountain was arrested at 1:18 Aug. 17 for DWI, third or more offense. A records check showed the man to have three prior DWI arrests, resulting in the charge being enhanced to a felony offense, Burdick alleged in arrest reports. Fountain reportedly agreed to a blood test, which was taken at the hospital, then he was transported to jail and booked on the charge. He remained in the county jail later Saturday morning on the felony charge, according to jail reports.
Sulphur Springs Man Arrested After He And His 1-Year-Old Test Positive For Methamphetamine
An investigation by Child Protective Services and Special Crimes Unit Investigators lead to the arrest of a 29-year-old Sulphur Springs man, after he and his 1-year-old tested positive for methamphetamine, police officers alleged in arrest reports.
SCU Lt. Mark Estes and Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman took Herman Lee Morris Jr. into custody at 9 a.m. at the local CPS office on an endangering a child warrant, according to jail reports.
Estes reported being contacted by a CPS agent on Aug. 14 regarding a 1-year-old child who tested positive for methamphetamine. The agent alleged, during her investigation, Herman was found to be the person entrusted with the care, custody and control of his 1-year-old child, who tested positive for meth. The child’s mother, who was reportedly pregnant at the time of the investigation, was also tested, but the result was negative for meth, according to reports. The offense is alleged, in arrest reports, to have occurred on June 30.
The child was removed from the home and placed in the are of CPS. A felony warrant was sought by Estes and granted by Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace BJ Teer on Aug. 15. Estes and Hoffman served Morris with the warrant at the CPS office on Friday, Aug. 16, according the police reports.
Morris remained in the county jail Saturday morning, Aug. 17, on the felony charge of endangering a child, according to arrest reports.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Cooks Up Classes
By Johanna Hicks, B.S., M.Ed., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent
Hopkins County residents enjoy good food. However, many recipes we see on Facebook and other internet sites are not necessarily the healthiest. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has a solution! Two upcoming programs will feature cooking demonstrations and sampling – and the recipes are both tasty and healthy!
“Cooking Well for Healthy Blood Pressure” is a fairly new program offered through Extension. The three-lesson series will include “DASHING Your Way to Improved Health” and will cover the DASH plan (Dietary Approach to Stopping Hypertension), definition of high blood pressure and associated risks, exploring food choices, and lifestyle changes associated with reducing blood pressure. The second lesson is “A Virtual Grocery Store Tour,” where we’ll examine each department in the grocery store to find the healthiest sources. The third and final session is “Cooking with Spices and Herbs” instead of salt to enhance flavor while reducing sodium. Cooking demonstrations will take place during each session.
“Cooking Well for Health Blood Pressure” is scheduled for Sept. 9, 12 and 16, at 1:30 p.m. at the Hopkins County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office. A fee of $20, payable at the first session, will cover all materials, sampling, and door prizes. Please call 903-885-3443 to sign up.
Another cooking series is “Cooking Well with Diabetes.” Although this is not a new series, the information is always timely. The 4-session series is designed for those with diabetes, but anyone can benefit from the information! Session one covers “Carbohydrate Foods.” This session is designed to help participants recognize foods that are higher and lower in carbohydrates, since carbohydrates raise blood glucose. “Making Recipes with Fat Better for You” will examine cooking methods and shopping tips to help reduce calories ingested from high fat foods, while still maintaining delicious flavor. This session will focus on main dishes. The third session, “Double-Pleasure Side Dishes,” will focus on ways to reduce sodium and increase fiber in the diet. Side dishes will be highlighted. The final session is “Celebrating Sensibly with Diabetes.” Holidays, parties, and special celebrations can be difficult to handle, especially if you have diabetes. This session provides practical tips on making the most of these celebrations while still maintaining a health blood sugar. Two recipes will demonstrated at each session, and participants will have the opportunity to sample 3 recipes.
“Cooking Well with Diabetes” is scheduled for Mondays and Thursdays, Sept. 16, 19, 23 and 26, at 6 p.m. at the Hopkins County Extension Office. A $25 fee, payable at the first session, will cover all materials, sampling, and door prizes. Please call 903-885-3443 in advance to sign up.
4-H Enrollment Time
All across the state of Texas, counties are gearing up for a new 4-H year. Hopkins County is no exception! The registration link is now open and we welcome all youth, grades 3 thru 12, to register! From foods & nutrition to photography, from archery to animals, leadership to clothing & textiles, horticulture to horses, we offer a wide variety opportunities for involvement. Returning 4-H members are reminded to open the 4-H Connect link and update the information. New members may go to the following website and set up a profile: https://texas.4honline.com. Simply follow the on-screen instructions.
The 4-H year begins Sept. 1, 2019, and ends Aug. 31, 2020. The registration fee is $25 if paid by October 31, and goes up to $30 after that date. Through our local 4-H program, we offer workshops, camps, project meetings, community service and leadership opportunities, and more. There are several choices for 4-H club membership in Hopkins County, so if you have questions about which one to select, our staff is here to assist you.
Volunteers are always welcome! Strong volunteers are the backbone of our 4-H program, and we welcome adults who have a passion for helping our youth grow into upstanding, responsible citizens. If you have questions about the Hopkins County 4-H program, contact Mario Villarino, Jessica Taylor, Barbara Sanders, or me, and we will answer your questions – 903-885-3443.
While we’re on the subject of 4-H, our annual 4-H Achievement Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m., at the League Street Church of Christ. All current 4-H members, leaders, and families are reminded to contact the Extension Office to reserve tickets for the event. This is necessary so we can get an accurate head count for the meal. The theme is “Green Carpet Gala” as we spotlight our 4-H members who have participated in county, district, and state level activities. We’ll also recognize our 4-H Gold Star recipient, Outstanding Intermediate, and Outstanding Junior 4-H’ers, as well as Outstanding 4-H Leader of the Year.
Another event, scheduled for Sept. 14, is the 4-H Foods Fun Day, 1:30 p.m., at the Extension Office. Those interested in the 4-H Foods project are invited to this fun, hands-on workshop as we explore the world of apples – baking, decorating ideas, gift-giving ideas, and more! In order to make adequate preparations, please call 903-885-3443 to sign up.
Closing Thought
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. – Walt Disney
Hopkins County Records For The Week Of Aug. 16, 2019
Applications for Marriage Licenses
- Luther Winfield Stokley and Laura Ann Youngs
- Bonnie Levonce Noble and Lakisha Tanyale Jackson
- Kristopher Lee Wilson and Jessica Renee Gilbreath
- Tanner Reid Logan and Megan Darlene Salters
- Justin Ryan C. Mitchell and Karen Janeth Machado
- Robert Hugh Van Der Walt and Jennifer NIchole Davis
- Michael Anthony Garcia and Kelsey Bea Haley
- Parker Alexander Graves and Andi Rae Moore
- Jared Michael Smith and Diane Garrett Randall
Land Deed Transactions
- Abby’s Creek LLC to James Lay and Ruby Lay; tract in the William Lewis survey
- Mack Barrett Sr. to James Barrett; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Gary Odom and Patricia Chapman Odom to Brenna Leanne Balog and Timothy James Balog; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- S&T Construction LLC to Ty Hawkins; tract in the Spring Creek Addition
- Irene M. Hall to Christine D. Boesel and Werner H. Boesel; tract in the JW Prim survey
- Darrell Farris and Pam A. Farris to Michael S. Ball and Sharon T. Ball; tract in the J. Ybarbo survey
- Nita Kelty and Tim Kelty to GNZ Land Holdings LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Katrhyn Anne Maxwell and Marc Maxwell to Jennifer Harrington and Wesley Harrington; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Juan Tinajero to Kristine Michelle Burnett; tract in the Agatin Caro survey
- Jeff Orwosky and Sue Orwosky to Eugene F. Orwosky Inc.
- Carolyn Sue Stockton to Dusty Dale Davis and Krystal Prescott Davis; tract in the Pleasant Venerable survey
- Yvonna Allan who is also known as Yvonna Goldsmith to Joseph Lozak; tract in the Josiah Thompson survey
- Yvonna Goldsmith to Joseph Lozak; tract in the Richard Moore survey
- Jose Trillo to Nancy Vincente; tract in the Jasper County School Land survey
- Gyle Dale and Jenene Dale to John Klenzing and Judy Klenzing; tract in the James Gahagan survey
- Clint Springfield and Dorothy Springfield to William Johnson; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Mary Ruth Darnell to Daniel Gene Wilson and Marianne Darnell Wilson; tract in the Levi Landers survey
- Cheryl Blount and Daniel R. Blount to Rholston W. Oliver; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Benchmark Woods Inc., Deborah Ridgway Living Trust and Deborah Lynn Ridgway Estate, with Diane V. Schuyler successor trustee, to Texas Heritage National Bank; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Dale P. Thompson and Dawn R. Thompson to Kimberly A. Screws and Paul Alan Screws; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Bobbie Thompson and Frank L. Thompson to Adam English and Tanya English; tract in the Daniel Fuller survey
- B. Bender to Jesus I. Piedra; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Dennie Mitch Shumate and Destiny Nicole Shumate to Jo Ruth Durrett and Richard Lloyd Durrett; tract in the Jose Ybarbo survey
- David T. Searls Jr. to MEC Partners LTD
- Pamela D. Duke to Harold J. Duke and Shelly Siconolfi; tract in the Jasper County School Land
- Harold J. Dike to Pamela Duke and Shelly Siconolfi; tract in the Jasper County School Land
Wildcats Team Tennis Has a Narrow Loss During First Day of Whitehouse Tournament Thursday
For the second time this season, the Wildcats Team Tennis squad suffered a one-point loss at a tournament Thursday (August 15). Playing in a Whitehouse tournament, the Wildcats just came up short, 10-9 against Bullard. Earlier this season, the Wildcats lost to Sherman at home, 10-9. During a second match Thursday, the Wildcats lost to Jacksonville, 16-3. The Wildcats season record is now 1-8. Friday morning, in the second day of the Whitehouse tournament, the Wildcats took on the Longview JV. Friday morning, Wildcats Tennis Coach Tony Martinez pointed out that he and the team were weary. After a long day of tennis Thursday, the Wildcats hit the Whitehouse courts at 7 a.m. Friday.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report For Aug. 7-13, 2019
August 7
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2377 near Alba, at approximately 12:40 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1670 near Alba, at approximately 12:40 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- At 7:05 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
- At 8:12 a.m., cows were reported out on County Road 2754 near Mineola.
- Deputies were dispatched to Bermuda St. in Quitman, at approximately 9:03 a.m., in reference to an incident. Benjamin Williams, 42, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and false drug test falsification device.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3875 near Mineola, at approximately 12:40 p.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole the reporting party’s bank card. This case is active.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:13 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Jessica Lee, 32, of Tyler, was arrested for criminal mischief and assault causes bodily injury- family violence.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 778 near Quitman, at approximately 1:31 p.m., in reference to burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s storage unit. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:40 p.m., in reference to fraud on County Road 2696 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1681 near Alba, at approximately 7:38 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:39 p.m., in reference to shots fired on Highway 154 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
August 8
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 80 near Mineola, at approximately 5:41 a.m., in reference to shots fired. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:15 a.m., in reference to terroristic threat on Greenbriar Trail near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3590 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:34 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the individuals and determined this was a civil matter.
- Deputies were dispatched to Green Mesa Lane near Hawkins, at approximately 1:47 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:17 p.m., in reference to a scam on County Road 2220 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Kickapoo near Quitman, at approximately 4:03 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the individuals and determined this was a civil matter.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2290 near Mineola, at approximately 5:34 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1616 near Alba, at approximately 6:06 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:53 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on County Road 2110 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 2088 near Winnsboro; at approximately 9:58 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 312 near Winnsboro; at approximately 9:58 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:31 p.m., in reference to a suspicious person on County Road 1427 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
August 9
At 12:28 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
- At 12:42 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Quitman.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2225 near Yantis; at approximately 4:37 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3420 near Hawkins, at approximately 8:37 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued Criminal Trespass Warnings and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9 a.m., in reference to a disturbance where an assault occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:24 a.m., in reference to terroristic threat on County Road 2281 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Morris Avenue in Quitman; at approximately 11:06 a.m. Rocky Hoffman, 32, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3590 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:12 p.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 County Road 2110 near Quitman, at approximately 3:40 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:38 p.m., in reference to a possible road rage incident on Highway 154 near the Upshur county line. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 852 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:24 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4830 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:14 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies made contact with the homeowner and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:23 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred on Highway 154 near Yantis. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
August 10
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:53 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to Kickapoo near Quitman, at approximately 12:34 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- At 2:22 p.m., cows were reported out on County Road 3980 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4420 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:45 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:18 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Hawkins point, at approximately 7:23 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 69 near Mineola, at approximately 9:38 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3155 near Quitman, at approximately 9:56 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the home owner and determined it was an accident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Winnsboro St. in Quitman, at approximately 10:32 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was cleared.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 near Quitman, at approximately 11:31 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
August 11
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:39 a.m., in reference to harassment on FM 17 near Alba. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:29 p.m., in reference to harassment on County Road 3220 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on County Road 3832 near Hawkins; at approximately 1:49 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Yantis, at approximately 2:32 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies conducted a traffic stop on County Road 3419 near Hawkins; at approximately 3:47 p.m. David Shaw, 34, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 2088 near Winnsboro; at approximately 4:24 p.m. Coleman Sistrunk, 23, of Winnsboro, was arrested for unlawful carrying of a weapon.
- Deputies were dispatched to Indian Gap near Quitman, at approximately 6:39 p.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 Holly Hill Circle near Hawkins, at approximately 9:59 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3144 near Quitman, at approximately 10:06 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
August 12
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 288 near Quitman, at approximately 7:07 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Yantis, at approximately 7:56 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:08 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief on County Road 2140 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:36 a.m., in reference to terroristic threat on FM 2225 near Quitman. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:32 p.m., in reference to a scam on County Road 2460 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:34 p.m., in reference to credit/debit card abuse on Pine Tree near Hawkins. Actors, or actors unknown, used the reporting party’s credit/debit card without authorization.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 49 near Mineola, at approximately 4:09 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. The individual was transported to the hospital by EMS.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1475 near Quitman, at approximately 7:11 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2460 near Mineola, at approximately 8:32 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to Holley Street in Alba, at approximately 9:58 p.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.
August 13
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:56 a.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle on Highway 154 near Quitman. A known actor used the reporting party’s vehicle without authorization and stole several items inside the vehicle.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:50 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances on Pivate Road 6282 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- At 12:31 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3875 near Mineola, at approximately 4:13 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 near Quitman, at approximately 4:46 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4530 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:26 p.m., in reference to damage to property. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged the reporting party’s property. This case is active.
- Deputies responded to a suspicious person on County Road 2220 near Mineola; at approximately 8:16 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 80 near Mineola, at approximately 8:50 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 51, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Additional Activity
- Between the dates of August 7 and August 13, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Emergency Medical Services, Quitman Police Department, Mineola Police Department and Upshur County Sheriff’s Office.
- Between the dates of August 7 and August 13, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators obtained 3 arrest warrants and arrested the individuals, and filed 5 cases with the District Attorney.
Jail Totals
- Total Jail Count – 129 inmates, 106 males and 23 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.
