Tira News for Feb 15th, 2019
By Jan Vaughn
We want to express our appreciation to the North Hopkins Beta Club for their donations to the Tira Food Pantry. They had a “Pack the gym!” night, where NH basketball fans received free admission for wearing a red shirt and bringing a canned item.
Yvonne Weir reports, “Dustin, Natalie, and Maria spent last weekend with us. We had a good game of Canasta. On February 8th Wesley attended A Night to Shine at Brightstar Church. It is sponsored partially by Tim Tebow. Wesley loves to dance and many of his friends were there.” She adds, “On Saturday, we spend the night in Dallas. Dacy, Elise, and Eli visited us. We
ate at Outback, and then the kids swam. On Sunday, we went to Texas Skatium with Dustin, Natalie, and Maria. Wesley enjoyed rollerblading with Dustin.”
Joyce Dodd would like to remind everyone that the next Bible study, at the Tira Methodist Church, is at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19th . Everyone is welcome.
Chip and I were in Dallas on Saturday and Chip did some repairs for his sister, Linda Ellen Vaughn, that afternoon. Afterward, we all went to Islamorada Fish Company, inside Bass Pro Shop, for a delicious meal.
I always need and appreciate input from my friends to help keep me informed of news in our community. If you have any news pertaining to Tira residents, past or present, please contact me, Jan Vaughn, at 903-945-2190 or 903-438-6688 or [email protected]
What to Expect from the 4-H Program By Mario Villarino
I often get asked when new families join 4-H what to expect of the program. It is usually the word of 4-Hers and their families that provides the answer correctly. For many, it is the livestock projects, for others the very many other activities in 4-H.
According to Marty Vahlenkamp (www. https://texasyouthlivestock.com) the answer for sure it is different for every 4-H’er depending on their goals and personal situation. The typical answer of it is that livestock projects build character, create discipline, teaches youth about agriculture, teaches sportsmanship, etc., etc.
While all of that is true and right on point, I am not sure that it does justice to the core of what the 4-H Livestock Project can and does do for our youth. To some, the greatest values of the 4-H Livestock Program is that it allows 4-H’ers the opportunity to gain confidence in themselves by caring for something that is 100% dependent on them. I remember a young 4-H’er, Vahlenkamp said- who was uncomfortable getting in a pen with the heifer that was to be his show heifer that year, but he had to because without him the heifer could not eat or drink and could not have a clean place to live. Over time, he gained the confidence he needed to complete the project.
While this 4-H’er learned how to show cattle, the important life lesson is the self-worth and confidence he gained that will help him get through tough spots in his life and challenges that lie ahead. The other major value in the 4-H Livestock Project can be said in one word “Family”. When it is done right there is no better activity that promotes family time and the opportunity for a family to work side by side on a common goal.
As surveys and reports keep pointing out the fact that families spend less time together, families that participate in 4-H Livestock Projects together have the opportunity to spend time together. Finally, as the project year comes to an end and exhibitors put their animal on the truck, they get to help celebrate success and also comfort the loss of a friend, just one more life lesson that will stick with our 4-H’ers throughout their life.
As we continue raising projects for livestock shows, Hopkins County celebrates our NETLA Junior Livestock Show February 21-22-23 at the Regional Civic Center in Sulphur Springs. During the show, many 4-H and FFA exhibitors compete for an opportunity to auction their projects at the Sale of Champions, Saturday February 23, 2019. For more information on the NETLA Junior Livestock Show call the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443.
Going Green By Johanna Hicks
When you hear the words “going green,” your thoughts probably turn to water conservation, energy conservation, using environmentally-safe cleaning products, and so on. However, the focus of this column is totally different. I’m talking about salad greens – spinach, in particular.
Spinach, best grown in mild climates with an abundance of fertile, high quality soil and water, put Crystal City, Texas on the map in 1917. This southern area of Texas is best known as the Wintergarden region and is recognized by farmers for its long growing seasons. From 1930-1950, the Wintergarden region experienced a “spinach boom,” making Texas the top spinach producing state in the US. Over time, consumer demands influenced production in Texas, leading to varieties such as “baby” and “teen” flat-leaf spinach, according to Larry Stein, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Horticulturist. From 2006-2016, Texas experienced a 29% increase in spinach production, jumping from 32,025 tons of spinach produced to 41,215.
Spinach is a versatile food. It can be eaten raw as a salad or in combination with other salad greens. It can be cooked by itself as a side dish, or used in a casserole, soups, pastas and dips. Other than being a popular commodity in Texas, spinach has many nutritional benefits, including its high vitamin and mineral counts, caloric density, and its contributions to heart health. Nutritional facts for 100g (or 3 ⅓ cups) of spinach:
· 2.86g of protein
· 3.63g of carbs
· 0.39g of fat
· 28.1mg of Vitamin C
· 501 IU of Vitamin A
· 416 IU of Vitamin K
· 144 mcg of Folate
And for all that goodness, it’s very low in calories – one cup of spinach equates to a total of 6 calories, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
AgriLife Extension’s Dinner Tonight has developed a plethora of recipes to incorporate spinach into your meals as a main ingredient, including Chicken and Spinach Lasagna, Spinach Quiche, Black bean and Spinach Quesadillas, and Spinach Pasta Toss. To find more nutritious spinach recipes, visit https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu and be sure to try out the recipe in today’s side bar!
Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes
Approximately 12% of Hopkins County residents have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is here to help understand how to control this disease! “Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes” is a 5-lesson series targeted toward individuals with type 2 diabetes, but is also beneficial for those with type 1 (insulin-dependent). Here are the details. Be sure to contact our office if you would like to participate:
- When: Mondays and Thursdays, March 11, 14, 18, 21, and 25
- Where: Hopkins County AgriLife Extension Office, 1200 W. Houston, Sulphur Springs
- Time: 6:00 p.m. (will also offer a 1:30 session if enough interest)
- Cost: $25 covers 3-ring binder with materials, refreshments, door prizes, incentive items (if the cost is a burden, let us know – we have scholarships available)
- Topics: Getting Started – How Food Affects Your Blood Glucose/ recommended Blood Glucose Ranges; Checking Your Blood Glucose/Recognizing Carbohydrate Foods; Beyond Diet, Improving Blood Glucose with Physical Activity; Diabetes Medications; and Celebrating Diabetes Control While Avoiding Complications
- Call 903-885-3443 to reserve a seat. We’ll need name, address and phone number to send you the registration form (or you may drop by the Extension Office in advance)
Don’t let your diabetes control you – you can control your diabetes!
Closing Thought
Learning is not attained by chance. It must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence – Abigail Adams
Recipe of the Week
Spinach Lasagna
Ingredients:
4 teaspoons olive oil – divided
8-ounce can tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
10-ounce package fresh spinach, washed, stemmed, and chopped
16-ounce can diced tomatoes
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ cup chopped onions
8 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
12 ounces 1% fat cottage cheese (or 12 ounces reduced-fat ricotta cheese)
8 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 375ᵒF.
- Lightly coat 9 X 12 baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In large saucepan, sauté garlic in 2 teaspoons olive oil for 1 minutes. Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, pepper and oregano. Simmer gently over low heat, uncovered while preparing other ingredients.
- In large skillet over low heat, sauté onions in remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, stirring constantly until transparent but not brown. Add chopped spinach, stirring constantly to separate and heat the spinach.
- Layer uncooked lasagna noodles, sauce, spinach mixture, cottage and mozzarella in baking dish. Repeat, using all ingredients, ending with a layer of sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese on top.
- Tightly cover with foil and bake for 1 hour, or until noodles are cooked.
Nutrients per serving (makes 8 servings):
Calories – 263; carbohydrate – 26 g; dietary fiber – 3 g; protein – 19 g; sodium – 508 mg
Lady Cats Softball Team Opens Season With Three Wins in SS Tournament Thursday; Games Friday and Saturday at Lady Cat Park
Lady Cats Softball 16, Commerce 0
Lady Cats’ softball pitcher Bailey Haggerty gave up only one hit over 4 innings and struck out 8 as the Lady Cats pounded out 17 hits in a 16-0 victory over Commerce Thursday in the Lady Cats first game of the Sulphur Springs Varsity Softball Tournament at Lady Cat Park. Kelsey Wallace was 4 for 4 with 2 runs scored, 6 runs batted in and had a grand slam home run and a double. Sadie Stroud was 2 for 3 with 2 runs scored and 2 RBIs. Sierra Smith and Landri Bell also had 2 hits each. The Lady Cats scored 5 runs in the first, 5 more in the second and 6 runs in the third.
Lady Cats Softball 8, Canton 0
The Lady Cats’ softball team erupted for 7 runs in the first inning on their way to an 8-0 win over Canton in their second game Thursday in the Sulphur Springs Varsity Softball Tournament at Lady Cat Park. Lady Cats pitchers Addison Caddell and Tessa Holt combined to throw a 2 hit shutout over 4 innings. The Lady Cats had 9 hits. In the Lady Cats first, setting the table with singles were Kelsey Wallace and Alli Fite. Getting RBI singles were Brinkley Driver, Landri Bell, Nylah Lindley, Maddie Millsap, Abbi Baier and Alli Fite, Sadie Stroud drew a walk and Kelsey Wallace got a walk that forced in a run. The Lady Cats scored one more run in the second on a Sierra Smith triple and Landri Bell RBI single.
Lady Cats Softball 9, Mount Vernon 0
Lady Cats pitcher Bailey Haggerty was credited with a no hitter and had 6 strikeouts in a 4 and a half inning 9-0 win over Mount Vernon in the Lady Cats third game on day one of the Sulphur Springs Varsity Softball Tournament Thursday at Lady Cat Park. A ball hit off of Haggerty in the top of the fourth was ruled an error by the Lady Cats official scorer. The Lady Cats continued to hit the ball well getting 10 hits in the game. 10 different Lady Cats had a hit. Kelsey Wallace hit her second home run for the day, this one a three-run shot. Brinkley Driver had a double. Landri Bell drove home 2 runs in the first inning with a single. Sadie Stroud, Sierra Smith and Maddie Millsap also had one RBI.
The Lady Cats, now 3-0 for the season, play Peaster Friday at 10 a.m. at Lady Cat Park on day two of the three-day Sulphur Springs Varsity Softball Tournament.
Central Baptist Church Plans Event to Honor Law Enforcement
Central Baptist Church, 840 Connally Street will honor local law enforcement in a special service and lunch Sunday, February 17, at 10:30 a.m.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report February 6-12, 2019
Wood County Sheriff’s Report for February 6, 2019 to February 12, 2019 includes:
February 6th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2142 near Quitman; at approximately 12:37 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 1:49 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 3:15 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3457 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:51 a.m., in reference to a disturbance where an assault occurred. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the actor. This case has been forwarded to the District Attorney.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 8:21 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1799 near Mineola, at approximately 8:53 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Ricky Barrera, 39, of Mineola, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 11:32 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Zachary Nguyen, 23, of Quitman, was arrested for Assault.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:17 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole mail from the reporting party’s mailbox. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7829 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:44 p.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. A known actor took the reporting party’s vehicle without consent. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2332 near Mineola, at approximately 2:28 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2275 near Mineola, at approximately 2:32 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 2:48 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4165 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2156 near Quitman, at approximately 3:59 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2303 near Mineola; at approximately 4:02 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:16 p.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. A known actor took the reporting party’s vehicle without consent. The vehicle was recovered by Houston Police Department.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:39 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on CR 3220 near Quitman. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3250 near Quitman, at approximately 6:19 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Jamie Haut, 26, of Quitman, was arrested for Assault Class C Family Violence and Interference with an Emergency Call.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 7:57 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 8:00 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 14 near Quitman.
February 7th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Yantis, at approximately 1:31 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1801 near Mineola, at approximately 2:04 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual. Deputies advised the individuals that extra patrol would be provided.
At 9:15 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:53 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 70, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2487 near Mineola; at approximately 12:14 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 12:24 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 3153 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 2:48 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1912 near Yantis, at approximately 3:00 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the day.
At 5:19 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
At 5:24 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7583 near Winnsboro, at approximately 6:25 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2351 near Mineola, at approximately 7:37 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Jeffrey Coleman, 44, of Troup, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 10:04 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individuals.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 10:30 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. D’von Duru, 20, of Dallas, was arrested for Delivery Marijuana.
February 8th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 5:47 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 12:41 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3640 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:31 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:00 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances on FM 2088 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3811 near Hawkins, at approximately 2:12 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and it was towed by Wyatt’s Towing.
At 4:53 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 2088 near Quitman; at approximately 7:46 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Wigley St. in Mineola; at approximately 8:23 p.m. Phillip King, 27, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Kilpatrick St. in Mineola; at approximately 8:50 p.m. Stephanie Wiley, 39, of Mineola, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 9:13 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4441 near Winnsboro.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 9:58 p.m. Ryan Kile, 28, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1610 near Alba, at approximately 11:11 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to Sioux near Quitman, at approximately 11:23 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1858 near Yantis, at approximately 11:41 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
February 9th
At 8:28 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1410 near Quitman.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3130 near Quitman; at approximately 8:36 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 10:40 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
At 2:39 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:27 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on FM 14 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 8:03 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Mineola.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2840 near Mineola; at approximately 8:13 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2425 near Mineola, at approximately 8:45 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Lone Oak St. in Hawkins; at approximately 10:35 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3457 near Hawkins; at approximately 11:29 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
February 10th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1858 near Yantis, at approximately 7:10 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:13 a.m., in reference to terroristic threat. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and they were separated for the day.
At 1:10 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
At 3:16 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 182 near Alba.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2117 near Quitman, at approximately 4:55 p.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole a firearm from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2205 near Mineola, at approximately 11:12 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to Kirby St. in Alba, at approximately 11:44 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
February 11th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 6:42 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Yantis, at approximately 7:59 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 9:34 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1730 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2659 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:41 a.m., in reference to deadly conduct. A known actor shot at the reporting party’s vehicle while traveling down the road. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:08 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief on HWY 11 near Winnsboro. A known actor damaged the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 11:25 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 49 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 12:29 p.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole money from the reporting party’s property. This case is active.
At 1:46 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 182 near Quitman, at approximately 2:34 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Emiley Wall, 20, of Greenville, was arrested for Criminal Trespass.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 3:46 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4583 near Winnsboro; at approximately 3:48 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:31 p.m., in reference to a scam on Greenbriar Trail near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Winnsboro Street in Quitman; at approximately 8:40 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 8:57 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2840 near Mineola; at approximately 9:29 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
February 12th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 1:08 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to Loop 564 near Mineola, at approximately 7:40 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:57 p.m., in reference to damage to property on FM 14 near Hawkins. Deputies determined this to be a civil matter.
Deputies were dispatched to Village Trail near Hawkins, at approximately 1:08 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 66, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and ordered an autopsy. This case is active.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2427 near Mineola, at approximately 7:21 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a phone from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 312 near Winnsboro; at approximately 9:59 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Between the dates of February 6th and February 12th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Smith County Sheriff’s Office, Mineola Police Department and Emergency Medical Services.
Between the dates of February 6th and February 12th, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators obtained 2 arrest warrants and arrested the individuals and recovered $1500 worth of stolen property.
Total Jail Count –126 inmates – 97 males and 29 females.
Sheriff Castloo would like to remind everyone…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.
KSST’s ‘Nice People Awards’ is Valentine Season Favorite
The “Nice People Awards” has been a Valentine-season feature on KSST for the past few decades. It is a program which spotlights the everyday, nice things that local people do for others in their community. Held annually during the time of the Academy Awards and the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce recognitions, this simple showcase is for the everyday nice folks we all know, and KSST listeners love to get involved.
Nominations of nice people were made by phone and by e-mail, then read on the air during the Good Morning Show. Nominations included a cheerful laundry worker who brings smiles to residents at a local assisted living facility, a lady who shares her holiday table with persons who have no family nearby, a husband who is caring for his disabled wife, a volunteer cook at Meal-a-Day, a married couple who covered the farm work for their neighbors so they could have a weekend off, and many other self-sacrificing people who live and work in the local area. Three winners were selected.
2019 Winners were; Randy and Tracy Roen, nominated by Deborah Pinson, Mrs. Hillis Bass nominated by Karon Weatherman, and Linda Bulkley, nominated by her son Bryant Bulkley. Each winner receives a Dinner for Two with dessert from Bodacious BBQ in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Game Day: Wildcat Baseball Scrimmage Hallsville At Wildcat Park
The Wildcats’ baseball team will be having their second scrimmage of the season on this Thursday game day (February 14). The Wildcats will be scrimmaging old district foe Hallsville at Wildcat Park beginning at 5 p.m. The scrimmage was originally scheduled for Tuesday but was delayed two days so Wildcat Park could dry out.
Also the Wildcats Friday scrimmage against North Lamar at 6 p.m. has been moved to Wildcat Park. The move was made after North Lamar reported that their baseball field was too wet to play on. The Thursday and Friday home scrimmages are the final tune ups for the Wildcats’ baseball team before they start the regular season next week.
The Wildcats will open the season in the 28th Annual Rose City Classic at Tyler’s Mike Carter Field February 21-23. The Wildcats are scheduled to play five games over three days.
Game Day: Lady Cat Softball Opens Three Day Tournament at Lady Cat Park
After their regular season opener was rained out Monday, the Lady Cats’ softball team will now open the regular season in a big way Thursday (February 14) in their own three day Sulphur Springs Varsity Softball Tournament. The Lady Cats play three games Thursday.
The Lady Cats take on Commerce in a game that will start at 11:30 a.m. Shortly after the first game, the Lady play Canton at 1 p.m. The Lady Cats also face Mount Vernon at 5:30 p.m. The Lady Cats will also play Peaster Friday at 10 a.m. and Duncanville Saturday at 11:30 a.m. All the Lady Cats games are at Lady Cat Park.
Tournament games Thursday through Saturday are also scheduled on two fields at Coleman Park. The Lady Cats planned season opener against THESA, Texas Homeschool Educators Sports Association, was rained out Monday. The Lady Cats prepared for the season by playing seven teams at four scrimmages.
