Winnsboro Woman Jailed On Lamar County Warrants Following Criminal Trespass Complaint
A criminal trespassing complaint lead police Tuesday to a woman wanted on Lamar County charges, according to police reports.
Sulphur Springs police officers were dispatched around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday to East Loop 301 at Shannon Road to issue several criminal trespass warnings. Upon arrival, officers reported seeing three people walking away from the area and contacted them.
A records check of all three people showed Kasie Malia Skirvin, 38, of Winnsboro to be wanted in Lamar County for credit or debit card abuse and theft of $100 worth or more but less than $750 worth of property. Consequently, Skirvin was jailed on the Lamar charges, Sulphur Springs Police Officer Adrian Pruitt alleged in reports.
She remained in the county jail Wednesday. Her bond was set at $1,000 on the theft charge and $10,000 on the other, according to jail reports.
SSHS Spring Football Wraps Up
Wildcats Varsity and JV Take on Gilmer in 7 on 7 Football Tuesday Night
The Wildcats’ 7 on 7 football teams, JV and Varsity, took on Gilmer Tuesday evening (May 14) in the Multipurpose Building. Both teams got in two games with the Buckeyes. In the first Varsity game, the Wildcats and Buckeyes tied, 35-35 with Gilmer scoring a touchdown right as the horn went off signaling the end of the game. Quarterback Noe Ponce led the Wildcats to their first two scores throwing TD passes to Aidan Walker and to Chase Haney. Quarterback Kaden Wallace threw the last three touchdowns in game one finding Da’Korian Chock Sims, Brycen Lacy and Detrick Clayton. Neither team threw an interception. Game two for the Varsity against Gilmer turned out to be a nightmare. Wildcats quarterbacks threw five interceptions. Wildcats defenders intercepted Gilmer twice. Teams get three points per interception. The Buckeyes managed 3 touchdowns to none for the Wildcats in the 36-6 game. For the JV Wildcats, they topped the Gilmer JV, 20-13 in game one. Both teams threw two interceptions. Both JV quarterbacks, Matthew Sherman and Ty Stroud, had one TD pass each. In JV game two, both teams scored four touchdowns and there were no interceptions in the 28-28 tie. Wildcats Offensive Coordinator Matt Young said it was great to have talented Gilmer in town. He said they provide a different look and challenge you with their speed. He said things that may work for us against us in practice may not work against Gilmer so players have to adapt. Coach Young said the second varsity game did not go as planned. He said coaches would look at the game tape to figure out why. He said there were drops by receivers and he said the quarterbacks may have been forcing some things. Coach Young said he expects growing pains with the young team. He said JV quarterbacks Sherman and Stroud looked like they had improved dramatically. Wildcats Defensive Coordinator Alex Guerra said 7 on 7 football helps defenders with their zone drops and man coverage. He said it helps young defenders go against fast guys. Coach Guerra said he likes the competition and added 7 on 7 helps young guys learn to get to the spots where they need to be on defense. He added he’s ready for some real 11 on 11 football at the Wildcats Spring Game that marks the end of spring football Friday at 6 p.m. at Gerald Prim Stadium
With Temperatures Rising, Motorists Are Reminded Not To Leave Pets In Cars
As the mercury rises, so typically do the number of calls to authorities regarding animals left alone in parked cars in the heat. This spring is no exception.
“Do not leave dogs in cars. We’ve had several calls already,” said Sulphur Springs Animal Control Supervisor Barbi Blanch.
Blanch said she hopes the reminder will prevent situations such as one Sulphur Springs Animal Control officers encountered two years ago. A dog had been left in the car in a store parking lot while the owner went in to get a new chain. The temperature in the car had reached 104 when animal control became aware of the situation. The window of the car was busted out to get the canine out. The dog was then rushed to a local veterinarian, where it was put on ice and given fluids to help it re-hydrate.
“People don’t realize how hot the inside of a car can get even with cracked windows. Keep cars running with the air conditioner on; that’s the only time the dog should be in a car, even for 5 minutes,” Blanch said. “Dogs already have a higher body temperature, plus fur.”
“Especially with temps going up, it takes about 5 minutes before temps go up in cars,” said Annie Patridge, who added that no pet should be left in a hot car. “Cats have a higher tolerance than dogs. Don’t leave them in the car either.”
Leaving a pet in a hot car, Blanch said, can not only result in death or serious injury to animals, but it can also result in jail time.
“It is cruelty to animals unless the car is running,” Branch said. “Charges can be filed if we have to pull a pet out.”
“Cruelty to animals is a Class A misdemeanor. If the animal dies it could be felony,” said Patridge.
Downtown Business Alliance Members: Partners in Promoting Local Business
Meeting in the luxurious surroundings of Hope Smith Interior Designs at 115 Gilmer Street, the 20-plus persons attending the Downtown Business Alliance gathering on Tuesday May 14, 2019 represented a vibrant cross-section of individuals and interests. Several were new in town or involved in a new business. Increasing membership is proving that DBA is a continued boon for the merchants in our town. President Billie Ruth Standbridge presided as several committee reports were heard. She gave encouragement to downtown merchants about effective signage on their storefronts. Standbridge observed, “your business signs are visible during daytime hours, but are they easily seen by night time visitors? Having a light on your signs, as well as having signage hung perpendicular to the sidewalk, are good goals to have as we seek to attract and serve the visitors to our district. Locals as well as out-of-towners who arrive and walk in our downtown at night may only see the restaurants and storefronts that are well lit up. That may give a false view of the abundance of eateries, shops and attractions we actually have in our district”.
Standbridge also announced that the Sulphur Springs Downtown district is listed as a finalist in the Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence (RBA), a national urban design award that seeks to promote innovative thinking. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, RBA is a biennial design award recognizing transformative places that contribute to the economic, environmental, and social vitality of American cities. Seventy-eight projects in 27 states have been honored since its founding. City of Sulphur Springs Downtown was nominated this year in the category of ‘renewal of a rural, small-town civic plaza and main street’. Early on, the Downtown Business Alliance led in promoting the revitalization of the downtown area.
Among committee reports were Jason Tully,chairman for the Car Show set for Saturday November 2, 2019 on The Plaza. As a local event, the Car Show has a 13-year successful history, and is being organized this year by a special committee. Judy Heilman spoke as chairman for the Brick Street Vintage Market, a rain-or-shine outdoor event planned for Saturday, September 21 downtown along Main Street, Connally Street and The Plaza. Vendor spaces are now available for arts/crafts, vintage and homemade items. No outside food vendors will be included, as the Vintage Market supports primarily the local eating establishments. Vintage Market will be held on the Saturday of the Quilt Guild’s annual 2-day Quilt Show, which will be displayed inside The Roc. Treasurer Lynda Hager also reminded everyone that the Hopkins County Dairy Festival is set for June 7-15 with a theme of “Over the Moon in Dairyland”. Marketing Volunteer Lynn Chianese gave a report on additions to the DBA website.
Members and interested persons are invited to attend DBA meetings, scheduled monthly on the second Tuesday at 5:30 pm at a designated downtown location. You do not have to be a downtown business merchant to become a member. Find out more at sulphurspringsdba.com. The purpose of the Downtown Business Alliance is:
To develop and maintain a working partnership with city and county governments as well as other advisory boards dedicated to the revitalization of Downtown Sulphur Springs.
To provide support for all merchants and property owners and to encourage community pride in the Downtown Area.
To recreate the charm and relaxed atmosphere of yesteryear, allowing our local citizens and visitors an enjoyable and diverse place to shop, dine and conduct business.
I-30 Traffic Stop Results In 2 Controlled Substance Arrests
Eddie Malone 
Stephanie Lynn Padron
Sulphur Springs Police arrested a Sulphur Springs man and woman found in possession of 8.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine during a traffic stop.
Stephanie Lynn Padron, 50, and Eddie Dale Malone, 60, both of Sulphur Springs, were arrested at 12:39 p.m. Tuesday by Sulphur Springs Police Lt. Eddie Moon and Special Crimes Unit Lt. Mark Estes for possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance with intent to distribute, a second degree felony offense, according to arrest and jail reports.
Malone was reportedly stopped at mile marker 125 on on Interstate 30 east for driving a Saturn Relay in the left lane and not passing other vehicles. A search revealed about 8.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine, Moon and Estes alleged in arrest reports.
After initial interviews, the officers believed there to be probable cause that the pair collaborated and had an interest in the purchase and possession of the substance, thus, both were charged with the offense, police noted in arrest reports.
Malone and Padron remained in the county jail Wednesday morning; bond was set at $30,000 each on the controlled substance charge, according to jail reports.
Pirates and Mermaids! The Summer Reading Program Starts May 30 at Sulphur Springs Public Library
Calling all Pirates and Mermaids! The Summer Reading Program is going to be one of the most fun parts of the summer for children in the Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County community! Why? For one reason, because the Sulphur Springs Public Library is teaming up with Bright Star Productions of “The Little Mermaid” to bring excellent reading opportunities, family Bingo and game nights plus weekly storytimes featuring costumed guest readers within a theme of Pirates and Mermaids. How can you get your children signed up for 8 weeks of fun and learning? Just call 903-885-4926 or go to the Library at 611 North Davis Street or visit the website at sslibrary.org. Or attend the SRP’s “Kickoff” event on Thursday May 30, 2019 from 5-7 pm where there will be a petting zoo, face painting, a Game Truck and registration sign-up table with reading logs. Get a SRP calendar and don’t miss even one of the fun weekly events, through July 31. The Summer Reading Program is free for the benefit of every child, age infant through age 13.
According to Librarian Hope Cain, all over the world, libraries are valuable, information-rich places. They offer free information, entertainment and education through books, for all ages. Our library does this and more inside a beautiful, efficient and spacious facility. How does our public library keep running? In Sulphur Springs, it is funded through taxes as an investment, not a luxury, in order to serve the needs of the public. It offers reading materials and much more, including online resources, free resume maker, free language-learning and study space to mention a few features, plus a new Scholarship program which provides adults with a pathway to graduate with a high school diploma. As Hope Cain stated, “the Library can do all this because Sulphur Springs decided to put it’s tax dollars toward a resource that is part of the public good. Thank you, Sulphur Springs!”
Marine Corp League Honors Peace Officers
The Hopkins County Marine Corp League honored Peace Officers on Celebration Plaza Wednesday morning. The simple ceremony included the Policeman’s Prayer and the playing of taps. This is one of many events planned for the League this May.
At 0800 (8AM) sharp, Detachment Commandant R.W. Derb Goodman and fellow members lowered all flags on Celebration Plaza. Members of several branches of law enforcement looked on.
May will be a busy month for the Detachment. They will conduct events at several local cemeteries, place crosses and flags, and return the flags of Celebration Plaza to full-staff. The events will culminate on May 27th when they hope a special appearance of ‘Big Sarge’ will occur at the Veterans Memorial.
Chamber Connection- May 15, 2019
Chamber Connection- May 15th
I have some big news to report about the Homemade Ice Cream Freeze-off. Shannon Oaks Church will be taking over the Ice Cream Freeze-off from the Chamber. So… what does this mean for you? It means that everything will be exactly the same! The Ice Cream Freeze-off will be held on Saturday, June 8 th at 5:30 p.m. on the rear lawn of Shannon Oaks, just before the hot air balloon launch and glow. Tickets will be $5.00 for all-you-can-eat-while-it-lasts. To register to compete in the Ice Cream or to sponsor this wonderful event, please contact Josh Whitlock at (903) 885- 6542, or visit their website at http://shannonoakschurch.com/whats-going-on/events . We all scream for ice cream!
The Odd Couple, presented by Community Players
Community Players presents the Odd Couple, female version at the Main Street Theatre, 225 Main Street in Sulphur Springs, on Friday, May 17 th and Saturday, May 18 th at 7 p.m. Additional show times are Sunday, May 19 th at 2 p.m., Friday, May 24 th at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 25 th at 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 26 th at 2 p.m. Seats are limited and can be purchase at www.communityplayersinc.com .
Chaffer’s Place presents their monthly concert Chaffer’s Place, located at 410 Main Street in Sulphur Springs, is hosting a live concert called Motown, Soul, & Country A’ la Mode. Concert will be held on May 16 th , and doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 pre-sale and $15 at the door. This includes dinner and a show! For more information call 470-848-2246 or visit www.ckproductions.info .
Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop
The Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 8:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200 W. Houston, Sulphur Springs. Topics include marriage expectations, communication, conflict resolution, money management, and goals & dreams. There is no charge for the workshop. Engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Please contact Johanna Hicks at 903-885-3443 to reserve seats. Lunch and refreshments provided.
Branded Ranch Rodeo is scheduled for Saturday, May 18
Our local Cowboy Churches along with Community Seeds will host and endorse the Branded Ranch Rodeo & at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center on Saturday, May 18 th . Doors open at 4 p.m. where you will enjoy sortin’, a calf scramble, wild cow milkin’, muggin’, and bronc riding. Tickets are $5 per person (kids under 5 are free). This year’s proceeds support Community Seeds. For more information, visit www.brandedranchrodeo.com .
Hunt Regional is offering Mobile Mammography Coach in Sulphur Springs
Hunt Regional Hospital is offering the Tubby Adkisson Memorial Mobile Mammography Coach on May 23 rd in the Spring Village Shopping Center in Sulphur Springs. All insurances accepted at Hunt Regional are also
accepted for the Mobile Mammography Coach, including Medicare and Medicaid. To schedule individual screening mammograms, please call ( 903) 408-5010 . Appointments and pre-registration are requested.
Clarion Pointe has scheduled Business After Hours
Clarion Pointe, located at 411 Industrial Drive East in Sulphur Springs has scheduled their Business After Hours and ribbon cutting celebration on Thursday, May 30 th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please join us for
networking, refreshments, and tours of the remodeled facility.
Ribbon Cuttings:
Chick-fil-A in Sulphur Springs held their ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration on Thursday, May 2 nd at 9 a.m. Chick-fil-A is now open and serving their menu six days week.
Miller Grove ISD Breaks Ground On New Track
Miller Grove ISD Board of Trustees Secretary Bret Garrett, member Ray Sparks, and President Brandon Darrow; Anna Ferguson, who donated a portion of the land where the new track will be built); and board members, Doug Hall, Vice President Eric Mabe, John Wilbur and Clark May officially break ground on the new MGISD track project Monday.
Miller Grove ISD board members officially broke ground on the site of the new school track on Monday, May 13. Joining the trustees for the occasion just prior to Monday night’s board meeting was Anna Ferguson, who donated a portion of the land where the new track will be built.
The new track will be an 8-lane lighted UIL-sanctioned track. The south side of the track will be about 90 feet from the north side of the baseball field. It is not part of the $2 million bond project, but should tie into the new Multipurpose Center. With the restrooms and potential concessions area of the Multipurpose Center accessible from the track.
Symmetry Turf Sports Field Construction was contracted to construct the track, which school officials report is expected to be completed this summer.
The track will be paid for out of maintenance and operations tax funds, according to MGISD Superintendent Steve Johnson.
Wildcats 7 on 7 Teams Face Gilmer in Multipurpose Building Tuesday Evening
The Wildcats 7 on 7 football teams hosted Gilmer at the Multipurpose Building Tuesday, May 14, starting at 6 p.m. The Wildcats was to have teams of 7th graders, 8th graders, JV and Varsity. The competition was originally scheduled to be in Gilmer but was moved here last week. This was to be the third competition for the JV and Varsity teams and the second competition for 7th and 8thgraders.
