North Hopkins Educators Celebrate the Season
Thursday at noon in North Hopkins School Cafeteria, Hal Roberts and Blake Cooper, both retired school superintendents, addressed the administrators, teachers, and staff at the Christmas luncheon for North Hopkins ISD personnel. Dr. Darin Jolly, Superintendent of NHISD introduced the speakers and served as Master of Ceremonies for the event.
Roberts, who taught grades 4-8, was a coach, principal, and superintendent, addressed the educators regarding attributes that teachers need to model and impart to students. He told KSST News that passion, perseverance, and hope were among the traits needed by teachers. Drawing from a book he has recently written and that was presented as a gift to educators present for the event, he used an acrostic for his presentation. He noted that if teachers can kindle hope for students, it will go a long way in building the student’s future. He said passion for teaching is a must for educators.
Cooper, a retired superintendent who had been in education for 32 years, is now Executive Director of Friends of Public School. The non-profit organization is an advocate for public education in the state of Texas. He also has a ministry called Educators Christian Fellowship, which encourages and equips teachers to walk their faith every day when they are out and about and in the classroom. He said he takes offense when people say God is not in the classroom. He said sometimes when the Ten Commandments is posted in a classroom it does not mean that God is there. He said students know God’s love through actions. He said the character and spirit of a teacher’s life is known to their students by the actions of the educator.
TxDOT Seeks Public Input on Texas Rail Plan
AUSTIN — The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking public input on an update to the Texas Rail Plan, which includes a list of current and future rail projects that the public will have the opportunity to learn about and submit comments. The plan also keeps inventory of all rail lines; analyzes rail service goals and contributions to the economy; catalogs and assesses potential infrastructure projects; and examines finance strategies for projects and services.
The public can review and provide input on the plan via the online meeting. There also is a survey and online form to submit public comments until Jan. 8, 2019. These options provide an opportunity for the public to comment on all rail-related issues in Texas, both freight and passenger, as well as existing and future projects and programs.
The rail system is a critical component of our thriving economy, safely connecting industries, ports and people. Per federal requirements, states must have a state rail plan that is updated every four years to establish policy, priorities and implementation strategies for freight and passenger rail in the state.
Alumna Gives $1-Million Gift to A & M Commerce
COMMERCE, TX—Alumna Mary Spencer has recently bequeathed $1 million to A&M-Commerce. Spencer hopes that her gift will give students the extra push needed to graduate, pursue their dreams and make the world a better place. “I love those students who have a passion for learning and leadership and who want to help make a difference in the world. So often, these are the students who haven’t had the same opportunities that I did,” Spencer said.
The university has played an important role in Spencer’s life from her earliest childhood memories. Spencer’s parents were both professors at ETSU, her brother was an ETSU graduate, and she grew up in Commerce. “As a kid, I used to ride my bicycle through the campus, and I always felt like it was an extension of my home and everyday life,” she recalled.
Spencer attended ETSU, was an active member of the Chi Omega fraternity and graduated in 1972 with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and a second major in art. Through the years, Spencer has maintained a bond with her fraternity sisters and with the university. “I was actually serving on the foundation board when the decision was made to become a part of the A&M system,” Spencer said.
Philanthropy was an important value in Spencer’s childhood home, and she learned the importance of giving from a young age. “[My parents] were a huge part of Commerce and the university, so it seemed only natural to follow in their footsteps,” Spencer said. With her parents’ encouragement, she gave a part of her allowance to the church Sunday school program, and she cared for the community’s homeless animals. “If everybody can just do something, regardless of the size, whether it’s a gift or a service, it can make a huge difference,” she advised.
Spencer encouraged other alumni to follow in her footsteps. She emphasized that proper planning can positively impact so many lives. “To help the students or to help the school is so valuable,” she emphasized. “I want to see the university thrive and grow, and I feel like this gift was a very good decision on my part to try to be a part of the future growth of the university.”
Ray Garvin, senior director of strategic giving at A&M-Commerce, expressed the university’s gratitude for the planned gift. He said, “Mary’s desire to make an impact in this most meaningful way showcases her love and passion for education and for A&M-Commerce. This gift will not only impact students for generations to come, but it will inspire others to think about their own estate plans and how they too can leave a legacy. We are truly grateful to Mary for her enthusiasm and passion and for wanting to help others in this special way.”
Seventeen Indictments Handed Up By Hopkins County Grand Jury
Seventeen indictments were handed up by a Hopkins County Grand Jury this week. Indictments against those arrested include:
Melissa Kathleen Page was indicted for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence. Special Crimes Unit assisted Child Protective Service Agents with an investigation regarding four children ages one to four years old. All tested positive for methamphetamine. The four children were in the care, custody, and control of Page, 38, of Sulphur Springs, who also tested positive for meth.
Alvin Virgil Ward, III was indicted for Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with Weapon.
Ronnie Anthony Jones, 55, of Sulphur Springs, was indicted for Assault Public Servant. A disturbance in the 1500 block of East Industrial drew the attention of Sulphur Springs Police. The son of Jones told officers that Jones had verbally threatened to kill him. Jones was verbally argumentative with police as well. Jones attempted to release an aggressive dog on officers as they attempted to take him into custody. Police deployed a Taser but did not deter Jones from his hostilities. As the officer took Jones to the ground, Jones struck the officer in the face with a closed fist causing pain to the officer. Officers finally were able to control Jones. An injury to Jones caused by the altercation was medically cleared before Jones was placed in Hopkins County Jail.
Demarcus Deon Gabriel was indicted for Engage in Organized Criminal Activity.
Jeremy Lynn Sharp was indicted on two counts of Unlawful Possession of Firearm by Felon. A Cooper man was arrested following a traffic stop. Sulphur Springs Police stopped Jeremy Lynn Sharp, 40, who proved to be extremely nervous during the interview. A strong odor of alcohol called for a street sobriety test. Failing that test led to a search of the vehicle. A clear plastic baggie of white Chrystal substance thought to be methamphetamine was found.
Javier Sanchez Sanchez was indicted for Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More.
Steve Sterling Fouse was indicted for Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams.
Crystal Lee Hickman, 55, of Sulphur Springs, was indicted for Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams. Hickman was one of two women arrested when trhe Special Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of Martin Luther King Blvd. Consent to search the vehicle revealed a clear bag containing a crystal substance believed to be methamphetamine under the center console cup holders. Officers also located a black set of digital scales in the vehicle.
Kevin Taylor Umbaugh was indicted for Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams. During an investigation by the Special Crimes Unit approximately 3.2 grams of Methamphetamine was purchased from Umbaugh, 27, of Scroggins, TX. As a result of the purchase and the investigation, a warrant was issued for the arrest of Umbaugh. SCU Investigators, DPS State Troopers, and Franklin County Sheriff’s Investigators and Deputies located Umbaugh away from his residence and make the arrest.
Roy Freeman Burkham was indicted for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-gram but less than 200-grams in a Drug Free Zone. When Hopkins County Deputies received a call regarding an individual wanted on a Blue Warrant (Violation of Pardon and Parole), they found the man sitting in a vehicle outside his residence. With consent to search the vehicle, the deputy found a plastic bag containing suspected methamphetamine. With permission to search the residence, there the deputy found more suspected methamphetamine along with a loaded syringe and glass pipe. The suspected meth weighed more than 11 grams.
Robert Royce Haga was indicted for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams. Haga, 54, of Huntsville, Alabama, was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for a traffic violationon I-30. Hopkins County Chief Investigator Corley Weatherford, who was on patrol Wednesday afternoon, observed an open container in plain view in the vehicle. Haga admitted it was his. The driver of the vehicle admitted to having marijuana under his seat. A search of the vehicle revealed a syringe loaded with a clear substance believed to be methamphetamine in Haga’s luggage. Haga admitted to possessing the meth.
Jerry Wilkerson, Jr., 39, of Sulphur Springs, was indicted for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Investigator Wade Sheets noticed a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu backed up to a gate on County Road 4703 and saw two individuals in the vehicle. Upon making contact with the passengers, he saw a loaded glass pipe in the passengers lap and the driver was shaking a butane bottle. The glass pipe contained methamphetamine. In a search of the driver’s pockets, the investigator found a blue colored baggie with a small amount of crystal like substance inside. After searching the driver, a second small baggie containing a small amount of the substance was found on the ground. Inside the passengers purse was another glass pipe commonly used to smoke meth.
Christopher Don Williams was indicted for Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram.
Man Arrested on Warrant for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence
Christian Drew Kirby, 26, is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence and held on a $15,000 bond. Kirby was arrested in Hunt County on a local warrant.
He joins Tyfany Paige Kirby, 22, who was arrested in Hunt County on a drug possession charge and transported to Hopkins County Jail on a Hopkins County Warrant for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence. She had been held in Hunt County on their charge and was released to Hopkins County Jail on December 12th of this year.
Kirby and a child were the subjects of a Child Protective Services and Special Crimes Unit investigation locally. Following the investigation, a warrant was issued for the Kirby arrests.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report December 12-28, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report December 12, 2018 to December 18, 2018
December 12th
At 8:25 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 778 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4640 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:29 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 11:22 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 3860 near Hawkins.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:25 a.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle on PR 7548 near Hawkins.Deputies determined it was a civil matter and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3860 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:32 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:48 p.m., in reference to theft that occurred on FM 515 near Winnsboro.Actors, or actors unknown, stole packages out of the reporting party’s mailbox.Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4200 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:02 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies located the individuals and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:22 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief that occurred on CR 4940 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4490 near Winnsboro, atapproximately 2:59 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
At 5:12 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Quitman.
At 6:07 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 4985 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 6:34 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1468 nearYantis; at approximately 6:56 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:50 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Kristen Martin, 37, of Winnsboro, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6778 near Quitman, at approximately 10:24 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies advised the individuals to lower the volume of the music and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1801 near Mineola, at approximately 11:27 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3460 near Hawkins; at approximately 11:43 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
December 13th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 1:50 a.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 7:51 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 778 near Hawkins.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 7:58 a.m., in reference to theft that occurred on CR 3440 near Hawkins. A known actor stole several items from the reporting party’s son’s residence.
Deputies were dispatched to City Circle in Yantis, at approximately 9:21 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the owner of the building and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2360 near Mineola, at approximately 9:52 a.m., in reference to an assault. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:42 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s storage building. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3234 near Quitman, at approximately 12:26 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies located the damaged fence, but were unable to locate the owner of the property.
At 12:34 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:37 p.m., in reference to terrorist threat on CR 1326 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service on Bermuda St. in Quitman; at approximately 4:22 p.m. Kevin Standridge, 58, of Longview,was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:30 p.m., in reference to a scam that occurred on FM 1801 near Mineola.Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4583 near Winnsboro; at approximately 5:58 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 312 0near Quitman; at approximately 7:20 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 3145 near Quitman; at approximately 7:34 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Post Oak St. in Winnsboro; at approximately 8:14 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 8:23 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1978 near Yantis.
December 14th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 182 near Quitman, at approximately 12:49 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 1:22 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 8:03 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1953 near Yantis, at approximately 8:38 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and everything was OK.
At 10:06 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:40 a.m., in reference to harassment on CR 2437 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3978 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:25 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
At 12:41 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4740 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4960 near Quitman, at approximately 1:28 p.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Actors, or actors unknown, took the reporting party’s vehicle without authorization. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 1:35 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1360 near Quitman.
At 1:44 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1983 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2954 near Alba, at approximately 4:27 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown,stole the reporting party’s credit/debit card and used it without authorization. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Lloyd Ave.in Quitman; at approximately 4:35 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Kerry Circle in Quitman; at approximately 4:48 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2260 near Mineola, at approximately 8:16 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 79, was found deceased in her residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and ordered anautopsy.
At 8:57 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4207 near Winnsboro.
December 15th
At 8:15 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 3265 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 10:35 a.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 Lloyd Ave.in Quitman; at approximately 12:04 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Kerry Circle in Quitman; at approximately 12:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:11 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the owner of the residence and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Holly St. in Alba, at approximately 6:22 p.m., in reference to disorderly conduct. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1660 near Alba; at approximately 6:43 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 Mineola; at approximately 7:07 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Kerry Circle in Quitman; at approximately 7:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 7:25 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3750 near Hawkins; at approximately 9:58 p.m. David Wright, 63, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1912 near Yantis, at approximately 10:03 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individuals and everything was OK.
December 16th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 37 near Mineola; at approximately 12:04 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Goode St. in Quitman, at approximately 12:42 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3955 near Mineola, at approximately 1:24 a.m., in reference to an assault. This case is active.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3450 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:53 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies located the opendoor, cleared the residence and everything was OK.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:31 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver on CR 3947 near Hawkins. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Alba, at approximately 9:11 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to Alba Golden School, at approximately 2:45 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies determined it was accident and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8000 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:09 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown,broke into the reporting party’s residence and stole several items. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6429 near Mineola, at approximately 6:46 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
At 9:04 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Como.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Lake Dr. inQuitman; at approximately 10:00 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 10:09 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to Lane St. in Quitman, at approximately 10:58 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
December 17th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:28 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies advised the reporting party that extra patrol would be provided.
At 9:08 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
At 10:30 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1360 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:45 a.m., in reference to harassment on Village Circle in Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2906 near Mineola; at approximately 4:03 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2157 near Quitman, at approximately 4:43 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:35 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances on FM 852 near Winnsboro.Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4583 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:48 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on FM 2869 near Hawkins;at approximately 10:03 p.m. Jason Reeves, 46, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
December 18th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Yantis, at approximately 1:53 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to Greenbriar Trail near Hawkins,at approximately 9:25 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 97, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy wasordered.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on Winnsboro St.in Quitman; at approximately 9:51 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:03 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass that occurred on CR 4287 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:28 p.m., in reference to theft that occurred on CR 1477 near Quitman. Actors,or actors unknown, stole a bronze plate from the reporting party’s father’s gravesite.
At 6:01 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to GlaznerSt. in Hawkins; at approximately 9:15 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 9:37 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4890 near Quitman; at approximately 9:50 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Between the dates of December 12 and December 18, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Police Departments, Child Protective Services and Upshur County Sheriff’s Office.
Total Jail Count –108 inmates – 85 males and 23 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.
Chamber Connection December 20, 2018
Attention All Chamber Members…. Membership Directories are being prepared NOW!!!
Chamber Members, we are going to print with the 2019 Membership Directory. It will be ready for distribution the first part of January, so we need you to do a few things…
- Please go to www.HopkinsChamber.org and click in the directory search. Please check to make sure that we have the correct information for your business. We have been trying to check and recheck it,but we need your help to make sure everything is correct.
- If your membership investment is past due, payment arrangements need to be made prior to December 22nd to be included in the 2019 Directory.
- If you find information that needs to be corrected, please call the Chamber at 903-885-6515. If you are interested in placing an ad in the directory, please contact Lee Ann Peugh at Echo Publishing at 903-885-8663.
Would you like to recognize an Outstanding Educator?
Here is your chance…the Chamber of Commerce Education Committee wants to allow all Hopkins County Citizens to nominate their candidates for “Outstanding Professional Educator”(Administrator, Counselor, Diagnostician, or Teacher) “Outstanding ParaProfessional Educator” (Secretary or Aide) and “Outstanding Auxiliary Educator”(Maintenance, Custodial, Transportation, Nurse or Cafeteria). You may pick up a nomination form at the Chamber office at 300 Connally Street and then either fax, e-mail or mail it in, no later than December 31st. Our fax number is 903-885-6516, our e-mail address is [email protected], and our mailing address is also 300 Connally Street, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize a special educator!
Nominations for Large and Small Business of the Year!
Please submit your nomination for Large Business of the Year or Small Business of the Year. Nominations should be for those businesses which exhibit outstanding community involvement—civic, church, educational, benevolent, humanitarian orother. You may pick up a nomination form at the Chamber office at 300 Connally Street and either fax, e-mail or mail it in, no later than December 31st. Our fax number is 903-885-6516, our e-mail address is [email protected] and our mailing address is 300 Connally Street, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482.
Donation opportunity for students at A&M-Commerce
Cleaning out your closet over the holidays? Consider donating your gently worn business casual or professional clothes to the Lion Wardrobe, a program sponsored by CareerDevelopment at Texas A&M University – Commerce. Donations are used to help students look the part for interviews, presentations, conferences, orother professional events and set that very important first impression with employers. You can drop them off at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, 300 Connally Street in Sulphur Springs, Monday –Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, contact Bethany Ferrall at 903-468-3212.
Slaughter’s BBQ is hosting a food drive
Slaughter’s BBQ is hosting a Food Truck Food Drive to benefit the Senior Center in Sulphur Springs. Bring any non-perishable food item to Slaughter’s BBQ, 1000 Gilmer Street, on Saturday, December 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and receive a free hot dog, chips, and water. Items most needed are chicken broth, green beans, tomatoes, carrots, corn, and cream of chicken, mushroom and celery soups. For more information, call David Slaughter at (903) 445-7387.
Lady Cats Use Full Court Press in Victory Against North Lamar
Lady Cats Basketball Coach Brittney Tisdell says when she is scouting and sizing up an opponent, she considers if they may be susceptible to the press. The Lady Cats used a full court press to begin their game with North Lamar Tuesday evening (December 18). The Lady Cats forced turnovers and raced out to an 11-0 lead. The Lady Cats defeated North Lamar, 50-27.
Coach Tisdell says the Lady Cats did a really good job executing the press. She says her subs also did as well. Coach Tisdell says the press gets the Lady Cats rolling and going. She says great defense is a key to Lady Cats wins. Coach Tisdell told her team in the post game locker room that they had allowed the Pantherettes no points in the third quarter. She says she couldn’t ask for a better job from the Lady Cats.
Coach Tisdell says she used all eleven players on her roster and she says the subs were able to keep the lead. Autumn Tanton led the Lady Cats with 19 points and Sadavia Porter scored 15. Coach Tisdell says those numbers are a little low for those two players.
Before the Christmas break, the Lady Cats, now 14-3 for the season, will play at Hugo Oklahoma Friday at 6:15 p.m.
