Dinner Bell Menu For January 9, 2019
Dinner Bell January 9, 2019
Community Partner:
JHH Investments (Johnny Heilman)
Menu:
New Year’s Day Stew
Super, Super Salad
Chili Cheese Cornbread Muffins
Lemon Cake To Die For
Cottage Pudding (the no added sugar dessert)
Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Join us and enjoy a hearty stew to warm you from your head to your toes. See you on January 9th.
“Hopkins County Reads” Library Project Brings Local Author Jim Ainsworth Jan 10
Guest author Jim Ainsworth will conduct a fascinating discussion on the book “True Grit” on Thursday January 10, 2019 at 6pm inside the Sulphur Springs Public Library. The free discussion will also cover the two movie versions that have been made about the popular Charles Portis novel. Ainsworth’s discussion will focus on what is truth vs. what is fiction in the making of both movies, as well as historical facts of interest about the time, location and characters in the story. A table will be set up with Hopkins County reads information, email registration and book giveaways.
Hopkins County Reads is a year-long opportunity by the Sulphur Springs Public Library to encourage community members to interact with neighbors, friends and family about the book True Grit, as well as the benefits of reading and of the library. Those on the email list will be the first to know about other opportunities through the year like book giveaways, library pop ups and author visits.
Fire Station # 20 Marks 20 Years Service on Southside
Hopkins County Fire Chief Andy Endsley was joined by Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsom in welcoming guests to the Open House and and Anniversary Celebration of the Southside Fire Station on Texas Street on Friday January 4, 2019. Also present were several volunteers of county Fire units, Chamber of Commerce representatives, Hopkins County Sheriff Lewis Tatum and numerous current and past elected county officials.
Interesting bits of background on it’s history was supplied by former Commissioners Danny Evans, Don Patterson and Beth Wisenbaker who were in support of the new facility while they were in office. Each of them praised the vision and the teamwork by individuals and offices from City, County, Fire, Law Enforcement, EMS and Volunteer Departments who each contributed and worked together to expand the vital fire and rescue services to the south side of the Interstate. The success was also the result of more than a decade of of lobbying, seeking grants, repaying debts and upgrading equipment. As Chief Endsley observed, “Since I arrived in Hopkins County, this station has been a project in progress that we believed could be a reality. In 2006, there were only five counties in the State of Texas with a paid Fire Department. We are actually now the envy of many departments near us and all over the state. When our citizens see our uniformed employees and our shiny well-equipped firetrucks out around town, their cleanliness and order shows our pride in having a Department like we have. We are all proud of this facility and it’s ability to handle our community’s firefighting and rescue needs at any hour. Sulphur Springs was once rated by ISO as a 10 in our abilities to serve our population. Now we have come up to a 4 in ISO ratings, and that’s a huge improvement.” Judge Newsom added that with the improved ISO rating, citizens may be able to see the cost of their homeowners insurance come down during 2019. Policyholders may need to bring the improved rating to the attention of their insurers.
Area TxDOT Work Planned for Week Beginning January 7, 2019
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in Franklin and Hopkins Counties during the week of Jan. 7, 2019. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
SH 37, Franklin County: From Mt. Vernon to Winnsboro. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform surfacing operations; flaggers will direct traffic.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties):
SH 24 expansion, Delta County: from Cooper, Texas, southwestward towards Commerce. Watch for work zones and drive safely through construction areas while this roadway is being widened and improved. The inside southbound lane remains closed.
SH 37 safety upgrades, Red River County: from the Texas-Oklahoma state line south to the Red River-Franklin County line. Watch for work zones as workers upgrade metal-beam guard fence, replace or extend new structures and install safety end treatments.
US 271 pavement repair, Lamar and Red River Counties: from Loop 286 in Paris southeastward to SH 37. Watch for temporary lane and/or shoulder closures as metal beam guard fence replacement begins. This work will begin at the north end of the project and move south to Loop 286 in Paris.
US 271 safety upgrades, Red River County: from FM 410 to the Red River-Titus County line. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures as workers upgrade metal guard fence and bridge rails, and extend and safety-treat drainage structures.
FM 2648 widening, Lamar County: Watch for temporary, one-lane daytime closures as workers widen and rehabilitate the roadway, and safety treat cross drainage structures.
Basketball: Lady Cats Stats in Royse City Loss
Against Royse City in a 69-53 Lady Cats’ loss on Friday evening (January 4), the Lady Cats were led in scoring by point guard Sadavia Porter who scored 26 points. 15 of those points came during a strong third quarter for the Lady Cats that saw them cut their deficit from 13 to 9 points against the Lady Bulldogs. Porter picked up her fifth foul early in the fourth quarter.
Autumn Tanton scored 14 points and had 11 rebounds for a double double. Danielle Godbolt had 6 points. Kate Womack scored 5 points and Nylah Lindley added 2 points. Porter and Womack had a three point basket each. Both teams shot 40% from the field.
Royse City hit 30% from three-point range making 6 of 20. The Lady Cats shot 18% from three-point land making only 2 of 11. The Lady Cats made 11 of 20 free throws for 55%. Royse City made 23 of 35 free throws for 65%.
The Lady Cats were out rebounded 28 to 37. The Lady Cats had 21 turnovers and Royse City had only 10. The Lady Cats picked up 26 fouls and the Lady Bulldogs had 18.
The Lady Cats are 0-1 in district play and 18-4 for the season. They play at Lindale Tuesday evening at 6:15 p.m. Lindale is also 0-1 in district play losing to Mount Pleasant on Friday.
Soccer: Wildcats Defeat Princeton 2-1
The Wildcats’ soccer team evened their season record at 1-1 with a 2-1 win over Princeton Saturday (January 5) morning in a Princeton tournament.
The Wildcats got goals from Isaac Gutierrez and from Alejandro Diosdado. The win wrapped up the Wildcats’ play in the tournament.
Next the Wildcats have their home opener Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at Gerald Prim Stadium against Nevada Community.
Local Man Arrested for Possession of 10-grams of Meth and More
January 5, 2019 – When Brandon Wayne Pehl, 35, of Sulphur Springs, was stopped by a Sulphur Springs Police officer for a traffic offense, his defensive attitude and shaking hand let the officer to ask consent to search the vehicle. The result was 10-grams of methamphetamine in Pehl’s clothing, 18-grams of THC wax, a handgun, and a misdemeanor amount of marijuana.
The methamphetamine was located in Pehl’s clothing at the Hopkins County Jail. The other items were found in the vehicle at the scene of the arrest.
Pehl is in Hopkins County Jail Charged with Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, more than 4-grams but less than 400-grams, Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams, Unlawful Carry of Weapon, and Possession of Marijuana. He is held on bonds totaling $70,000.
Lady Cats Soccer 0-1-1 in Terrell Tournament; Play at Noon Saturday
Lady Cats Soccer 0, Mesquite Poteet 0
Red Oak 7, Lady Cats Soccer 0
The Lady Cats’ soccer team opened the regular season with a tie and a loss on Friday (January 4) in a Terrell tournament.
The Lady Cats fought to a 0-0 tie with Mesquite Poteet Friday afternoon. Lady Cats Coach Joel Bailey said it was a good result for the Lady Cats.
Friday evening the Lady Cats ran into a buzz saw in the form of Red Oak. Red Oak took a 7-0 win. Coach Bailey said Red Oak is a very good team.
The Lady Cats, now 0-1-1, will play the Highland Park JV team Saturday at noon.
Lady Cats Lost to #6 Ranked Royse City; Face Lindale Tuesday
The Royse City Lady Bulldogs lived up to their billing as the #6 ranked team in Class 5A as they defeated the Lady Cats’ basketball team, 69-53 Friday evening (January 4) at Royse City in the district opener for both teams.
The Lady Cats stayed close to the Lady Bulldogs in the first quarter and trailed only 16-12. Royse City increased their lead to 38-25 at the half. The Lady Cats outscored the Lady Bulldogs in the third quarter and trailed only 53-44 going into the fourth quarter. Royse City widened their lead in the final period.
The Lady Cats are now 0-1 in district play and 18-4 for the season. The loss also ended an 8 game winning streak for the Lady Cats. The Lady Cats continue district play Tuesday night as they play an important game at Lindale.
Wildcats Defeat Princeton; Begin District Play Next Friday
The Wildcats’ basketball team used a potent offense to build a big lead after three quarters on their way to a 94-84 victory over Princeton in Sulphur Springs Gym Friday night (January 4).
The Wildcats were up by 8 at 20-12 after one quarter. By the half, the Wildcats were up by 12 at 44-32. The Wildcats out scored the Panthers, 29-18 in the third quarter and the lead went to 73-50. Wildcats Coach Clark Cipoletta used his bench players mostly in the fourth quarter as the Wildcats withstood a 34 point Panthers scoring barrage in the quarter and the Wildcats held on to win by 10 points.
The Wildcats got 27 points from Sadaidriene Day Day Hall who also grabbed double digit rebounds. Hall also hit a three-point basket. Keaston Willis had 21 points including 5 three-pointers. Cameron Kahn and Xavier Cork scored 9 points each. Jeremiah Roland and Duece Berry had 7 points each. Roland and Berry each hit one three-point shot. Freshman Justin Haire scored 6 points. Lamodrick Johnson scored 4 points. Boo Wilkerson and Kai Taylor had 2 points each. Princeton’s speedy guard Haven Ousley led all scorers with 39 points and guard Jeremy Norvell had 24 points.
The Wildcats improved their season record to 14-8. Next the Wildcats open district play next Friday at home against Greenville. Prior to the Wildcats’ game, the Lady Cats’ basketball team will be taking on Greenville.
