Pigweed By Pam Jorgenson
by Pam Jorgenson a Hopkins County Master Gardener
When you step outside your driveway, sidewalk or even your flower bed, you will probably see pigweed, also known as portulaca or purslane. What is that? Well, it’s usually considered a weed in NE Texas, to be pulled up and tossed. But it isn’t. It is a highly nutritious vegetable. It is scientifically known as Portulaca oleracea. Purslane is native to India and Persia. On a recent trip to California, I saw it in a grocery and on top of my entrée in a restaurant.
It grows anywhere, through cracks in the sidewalk, through the gravel in your driveway. It is a drought tolerant annual, reproducing from seed and stem pieces. The taste is like watercress or spinach. Health benefits are too many to list here but can be found in an article written by Sandra Mason, Master Gardener Coordinator in Illinois.
I learned about the benefits of this plant while taking my daily walk with an Agronomist friend and his wife. I had never paid attention to it until he explained the nutritional benefits. I was delighted to find it here, growing through the gravel in my driveway.
I hope you will try it.
Local Walk One of a World-wide Effort to Raise Awareness Regarding Human Trafficking
Saturday morning on Celebration Plaza approximately 20 people walked to bring awareness and raise funds to support the mission of A21, an organization that seeks to abolish human trafficking in the 21st century. The local Walk For Freedom was one of over 457 walks in cities around the world within a 24 hour period.
Carrie Knuckolls, local realtor and an organizer of the event, said there are millions of men, women, and children around the world who are slaves today. There are more slaves today than any other time in human history. With only 1% of victim ever recovered, human trafficking is the fastest growing crime in the world.
Victims as young of two and three years of age have been rescued. Those trafficked are used for sex, labor, begging, and other ways.
Those who participated in the walk are planning to participate next year to continue the awareness of human trafficking. Knuckolls said all are created on purpose and for a purpose. She noted that those walking this weekend are motivated by a Christian mind-set that values the lives of all people.
Wildcats Suffer First Loss of Season
by Don Julian
The Wildcats’ football team suffered its’ first loss of the football season, 42-28 to Corsicana at Gerald Prim Stadium Friday night. The Wildcats had a hard time containing Tigers’ quarterback Blake Hoffman and the Corsicana senior scored on two long runs in the fourth quarter to help put the game away.
The Wildcats actually scored first in the game taking the opening kickoff and driving 76 yards for a score. Quarterback D’Corian Young threw a 4 yard TD pass to receiver Landry Tyson. With a good extra point kick the Wildcats led 7-0 with 8:05 left in the first quarter. Corsicana answered with a 77 yard touchdown drive of the own. Tigers running back Dajioun Nathan scored from nine yards out. The score was 7-7 with 4:08 left in the first quarter.
After a Wildcat punt, Corsicana was on the move again driving 50 yards to take the lead. Nathan scored from 6 yards out aided by Corsicana blockers who pushed a big bunch of players into the end zone. Corsicana led 14-7 with 10:59 left in the second quarter. It didn’t take long for the Wildcats to tie the score. On the ensuing kickoff, a Wildcat up man DQ Pitts fielded the kick at the 34 yard line and raced through the Tigers all the way to the end zone for a 66 yard kickoff return TD. The game was tied at 14-14 with 10:46 left in the second quarter. Later the Wildcats had an opportunity to get into the lead before halftime but a 22 yard field goal attempt was blocked. Later Wildcats’ safety Landry Tyson intercepted his third pass of the season and the game was tied 14-14 at halftime.
In the third quarter, the Wildcats missed out on two more opportunities to take the lead. Austin Dodd had a long punt return for a touchdown wiped out by a penalty. Later a field goal attempt ended up short of the uprights. Just before the end of the third quarter, Corsicana took the lead. A Tigers’ 80 yard drive ended with a one yard touchdown run by Nathan. The Tigers led 28-21 with just 1:15 left in the third quarter.
Early in the fourth quarter, the Wildcats tied the score again. The Wildcats went 61 yards scoring on a clutch 32 yard flanker around play by Dodd. It was now 28-28. Corsicana quickly responded as Hoffman took over. The Tigers drove 57 yards on two Hoffman runs, the second which went for 29 yards and a score. The Tigers went up 28-21 with 6:13 left in the fourth quarter. Then disaster struck for the Wildcats. They muffed a short kickoff and the Tigers recovered at the Wildcats 27 yard line. As the Tigers neared the Wildcats’ end zone and with the Wildcats defense trying to stop them, the Wildcats got a most unfavorable call from an official. Hoffman was stopped cold on a running play and several Wildcats drove him back and tackled him. The official flagged the Wildcats for a personal foul and gave the Tigers penalty yardage and a first down near the goal line. Nathan scored on a short run. The Tigers were now up 35-21 with just 2:51 left in the game. Still the Wildcats refused to give up. The Wildcats scored using a 64 yard drive. The score was set up by a long completion from Young to receiver Chase Haney that went to the five yard line. Facing fourth down and goal from the ten yard line, Young threw a perfect strike to receiver Bryce McQueen for a touchdown. The Wildcats trailed 35-28 with just 1:22 left. Corsicana recovered an onside kick attempt by the Wildcats. Hoffman removed all hope of a further Wildcat comeback as he ran 54 yards for a touchdown. The Tigers led 42-28 with just 1:02 left. That’s the way it ended.
The Tigers remain in first place with 6-0 district record. They are 7-1 for the season. The Wildcats slip to 4-1 in district play. They are tied for second place in district with Kaufman. The Wildcats season record is now 5-1. The Wildcats continue district play next Friday night as they play at Greenville. The Lions are tied for seventh place in the district standings with a 1-4 record after their Friday night loss at Royse City.
District 8-5A Standings
Corsicana 6-0
Kaufman 4-1
Sulphur Springs 4-1
Ennis 3-3
Forney 2-3
Royse City 2-3
Greenville 1-4
North Forney 1-4
Terrell 1-5
Lady Cats Defeat Mt Pleasant 3-0 Friday
The Lady Cats’ volleyball team took care of business and defeated Mount Pleasant soundly, 3-0 Friday and are now locked in a three-way tie for third place in the district. The Lady Cats topped the Lady Tigers, 25-7, 25-22 and 25-7. The Lady Cats, with a 4-5 record in district play are now tied in the district standings with Royse City and Greenville.
The Lady Cats wrap up district play at Texas High next Tuesday night. Royse City is at home against Mount Pleasant and Greenville hosts Lindale next Tuesday night.
For the Lady Cats Friday against Mount Pleasant, Autumn Tanton had a team high 15 kills. Madi Vickery had 7, Sydney Washburn had 6, Sadie Washburn had 5 and Abbi Baier and Lexi Whisenhunt had 3 apiece. Whisenhunt had 28 assists. Sadie Stroud, Kate Womack and Taylor McElfresh all had a service ace. Stroud had a team high 9 digs, Tanton and McElfresh had 5 each and Maddie Millsap and Whisenhunt had 4 each. In block assists, Sydney Washburn 2 and Tanton, Baier, Whisenhunt and Vickery all had 1 each.
The Lady Cats improved to 28-12 for the season. Friday was Senior Night for the Lady Cats. They honored Abbi Baier, Taylor McElfresh, Maddie Millsap, Sadie Stroud, Autumn Tanton, Madison Vickery and Lexi Whisenhunt.
District Volleyball Standings
Texas High 8-1
Lindale 7-2
Greenville 4-5
Royse City 4-5
Sulphur Springs 4-5
Mount Pleasant 0-9
Sulphur Springs Corvette Club Corvettes on the Plaza October 27, 2018
presents
Corvettes on the Plaza Saturday October 27, 2018
Celebration Plaza Corvette Show
C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 & C7 Corvettes
7:00 am – 2:30pm
Trophy awards to the Top 50 Corvettes
Hopkins County Fall Festival Ribbon Cutting Kicks Off 2018 Events
Fall Festival held its ribbon cutting celebration
The Fall Festival held their ribbon cutting celebration on Friday, October 19th at noon on the Square in Sulphur Springs. Visit www.hopkinscountyfallfestival.com for a complete listing of Fall Festival Events
Wood County Sheriff’s Report October 10-16, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report October 10, 2018 to October 16, 2018 includes: Disturbance: 5; Thefts: 7; Burglaries: 1; Terroristic Threats: 1; Criminal Mischief’s: 2; Inquests: 1; Suspicious Circumstances: 1; Suspicious Vehicles: 4; Suspicious Persons: 4; Alarms: 8; Harassments: 2; Criminal Trespasses: 7; Scams: 0; Frauds: 0; Abandoned Vehicles: 0; Cows Out: 14; Horses Out: 3; Welfare Checks: 3; Assaults: 1; Dog Bites: 0; Fires: 0; Noise Complaints: 0; Disputes: 1; Arrest/Warrant Services: 21; Reckless Drivers: 2; Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle: 1; Shots Fired: 0; Other: Traffic Stop (1)
October 10th
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to PR 5656 near Alba; at approximately 12:06 a.m. Rene Garcia, 20, of Alba, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 2088 near Winnsboro; at approximately 1:15 a.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 1:41 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Floyd St. in Winnsboro; at approximately 2:05 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Francis St. in Hawkins; at approximately 2:58 a.m. Bobby Green, Jr., 36, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7869 near Hawkins, at approximately 8:51 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A male, 75, of Hawkins, was found deceased in his residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:17 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass that occurred on CR 2146 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 12:21 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4700 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 near Mineola, at approximately 1:09 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.
At 1:16 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 1795 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1795 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:12 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 7:47 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 17 near Yantis; at approximately 11:32 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
October 11th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Quitman, at approximately 2:28 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Dairy Queen in Quitman; at approximately 12:42. Alyssa Bussell, 24, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 2:04 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:06 p.m., in reference to theft that occurred on CR 3940 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 4:32 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2118 near Quitman, at approximately 7:45 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Casey Curry, 36, of Quitman, was arrested for Criminal Trespass.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3220 near Quitman, at approximately 8:35 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. Celina Durst, 41, of Quitman, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
October 12th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 8:12 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 8:36 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Winnsboro.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2267 near Mineola; at approximately 8:55 a.m. Greysen Anderson, 21, of Mineola, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 14 near Hawkins; at approximately 10:05 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 10:23 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1210 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Alba, at approximately 10:25 a.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole two depth finders from the reporting party’s boat. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:29 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass that occurred on FM 2966 near Yantis. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Blackburn St. in Hawkins; at approximately 11:01 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 11:04 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 17 near Alba.
Deputies spoke to the reporting party, at approximately 1:29 p.m., in reference to harassment that occurred on CR 4890 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:18 p.m., in reference to harassment that occurred on CR 1227 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to Loop 564 near Mineola, at approximately 2:22 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2950 near Mineola, at approximately 3:31 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Summer Barnhart, 22, of Mineola, was arrested for Burglary of Habitation and Injury to Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Cause Bodily Injury.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Winnsboro; at approximately 4:00 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 4:21 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat that occurred on CR 4530 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 69 near Alba; at approximately 11:49 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
October 13th
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 3144 near Quitman; at approximately 12:37 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1885 near Yantis; at approximately 1:29 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 1:46 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1700 near Yantis.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1739 near Yantis; at approximately 2:00 a.m. Shana Earle, 27, of Yantis, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2276 near Mineola; at approximately 3:15 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Peachtree St. in Mineola; at approximately 4:05 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Ivey St. in Mineola; at approximately 4:19 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 9:20 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7906 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:47 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Clinton Yale, 30, of Hawkins, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 12:53 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1416 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Quitman, at approximately 1:34 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a go-cart from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3270 near Mineola, at approximately 2:31 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the owner of the residence and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1483 near Yantis, at approximately 2:33 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the owner of the residence and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:39 p.m., in reference to theft. A known actor stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to other agency.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 4:01 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies provided a courtesy transport and cleared the incident.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4660 near Winnsboro; at approximately 6:42 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 8:15 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Yantis, at approximately 8:27 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Benjamen Williams, 41, of Winnsboro, was arrested for outstanding warrants and Violation of a Protective Order.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Yantis, at approximately 9:05 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2184 near Quitman, at approximately 9:13 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the actor.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4536 near Winnsboro; at approximately 10:48 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
October 14th
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Broad St. in Mineola; at approximately 1:23 a.m. Michael Swanker, 34, of Mineola, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 1350 near Quitman; at approximately 1:58 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4960 near Quitman; at approximately 2:12 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 4919 near Quitman; at approximately 2:56 a.m. Joseph Walls, 54, of Quitman, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 4:44 a.m. Frankie Clanton, Jr., 40, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1299 near Yantis, at approximately 4:47 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 6:40 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 2659 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to Loop 564 near Mineola, at approximately 7:39 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Blackburn St. in Hawkins; at approximately 10:58 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1600 near Alba, at approximately 1:29 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8692 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:44 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any signs of criminal mischief.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966 near Quitman, at approximately 5:18 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the key holder of the building and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7908 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:51 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Thomas Dixon, 51, of Hawkins, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence and Resisting Arrest, Search or Transport.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 2930 near Alba; at approximately 6:03 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2379 near Mineola, at approximately 8:10 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on Dog Wood Trail near Hawkins; at approximately 8:12 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4700 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:13 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.
October 15th
Deputies were dispatched to Main St. in Yantis, at approximately 4:32 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1425 near Quitman, at approximately 6:42 a.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Actors, or actors unknown, took an ATV from the reporting party’s property without authorization. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 8:06 a.m., horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 852 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:26 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to Valley Wood Glen near Hawkins, at approximately 9:33 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Emergency Medical Services transported the individual to the Emergency Room.
At 10:25 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1413 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:08 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on Walnut St. in Yantis. A known actor stole a dog from the reporting party’s property. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the stolen dog.
At 1:15 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 1246 near Quitman; at approximately 1:28 p.m. Kendall White, 30, of Quitman, was arrested for No Liability Insurance and Display Wrong, Fictitious, Altered or Obscured Motor Vehicle Registration.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Mineola, at approximately 5:02 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 9:15 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2966 near Quitman.
October 16th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2100 near Quitman; at approximately 3:22 a.m. Deputies spoke with the owner of the vehicle and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2205 near Mineola, at approximately 7:07 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 10:02 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1413 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:29 a.m., in reference to theft that occurred on CR 1941 near Yantis. A known actor stole water from Lake Fork Water Supply. This case is active.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:38 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief that occurred on FM 515 near Yantis. A known actor damaged the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 3:58 p.m., cows were reported out on SPUR 514 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1522 near Alba, at approximately 4:51 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Between the dates of September 26 and October 2, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Police Departments and Emergency Medical Services.
Total Jail Count –117 inmates – 95 males and 22 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.
