County Inmates Assist Cemetery
When the Greenview Cemetery Board considered the cost of a new fence as a deterrent to wild hogs, they determined to fix the old fence due to the expense. Hopkins County Jail inmates also came to their aid.
Inmates, under the supervision of work supervisor Lee Glenn with the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department, cleared about 750 ft. of brush and trees that needed to be cleaned from the old fence so that it could be patched.
Members of the Greenview Cemetery Board expressed their appreciation for the assistance provided this week and commended the work accomplished.
The inmate work program has expanded services under the direction of Sheriff Lewis Tatum and his staff.
I-30 Rest Areas Near Mt. Vernon Are Closed
PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials today advised travelers on I-30 that both rest areas near Mt. Vernon, Texas, in Franklin County will be closed beginning Aug. 8.
The closure will begin during the afternoon. These travel facilities require inspection and maintenance that require this closure. TxDOT officials will keep travelers updated with further advisories as needed.
City Council August Meeting; Charter Review Committee Appointment Postponed; Hear Public Input on Taxes, Homeless, Human Trafficking
Sulphur Springs City Council reviewed open meetings laws, including updates related to technology, approved the community facilities agreement for Roy Lee Beezley addition, postponed the appointment of a charter review committee, and heard five individuals during public form Tuesday night during their regular August session.
The council also approved a resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement between the city and Saputo Dairy Foods, LLC for Texas Capital Funds Infrastructure Project, approved the first reading or an ordinance for a budget amendment for fiscal year 2017-2018, and approved rezoning of property at 601 South Jackson Street from Light Industrial to Multi-Family.
City Attorney Jim McElroy told council members that current technology posed a greater danger of failing to uphold the open meetings act. He noted that reply all in emails and group texting could create a failure to meet the standards of the law. The Texas Open Meetings Act requires that public posting of all events where a majority of council members will or could be present. He noted that members of the council had received training that would equip them to meet the standards of the law.
Sixteen homes ranging in price from $160,000 to $180,000 will be built in the Roy Lee Beezley Addition according to the new owners of the property located on Jefferson Street near I-30. A community facilities agreement stating the owners will build streets and utilities to meet city code is necessary as the company moves forward with the planned development.
Mayor John Sellers asked the council to delay action on appointing a Charter Review committee until a work session could be conducted. He noted the council desired to discuss their recommendations for the committee. Council members have been contacting those who they desire to serve on the committee. The work session will give the council opportunity to present a completed committee list for vote.
The interlocal agreement between the city and Saputo will provide opportunity to apply for grant funds that will assist in capital improvements needed that is related to the industry and city.
During public forum one local citizen, Jay Julian, addressed the council regarding future budgets. Julian noted that the city tax rate had remained the same for a number of years. However, with fluctuating appraisals, the revenue for the city had both decreased and increased over the same period of time. He noted that keeping the budget within those revenues had been a priority for past councils. Julian requested that the current council look to the dollar amount needed to improve streets and infrastructure and that tax rates be set to provide for needed improvements.
Also in public forum, four sociology students from Texas A & M Commerce addressed the council regarding various needs. Their statements to council were not only a requirement for a specific class but also an encouragement for the council to look to the community needs of homeless, human trafficking, and social-work counselors for students in local public schools.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report July 25-31, 2018
Wood County Sheriff’s Report for July 25, 2018 to July 31, 2018:
July 25th
At 2:58 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Yantis.
At 3:30 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1895 near Yantis; at approximately 9:36 a.m. Sonja Culp, 39, of Yantis, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 2088 near Quitman; at approximately 10:10 a.m. Brandi Arnold, 37, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 10:32 a.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on FM 852 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 12:13 p.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 1:58 p.m., horses were reported out on HWY 11 near Winnsboro.
At 5:51 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 312 near Winnsboro.
At 9:24 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
At 10:53 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3950 near Mineola, at approximately 11:27 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Ryan Williams, 30, of Hawkins, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Resist Arrest Search or Transport, Assault of Public Servant and Terroristic Threat against a Public Servant.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:32 p.m., in reference to a terrorist threat that occurred on CR 1416 near Quitman. Deputies made contact with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
July 26th
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 4560 near Winnsboro; at approximately 2:11 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 4:25 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 2133 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1900 near Yantis, at approximately 6:14 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2444 near Mineola; at approximately 8:46 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Gerard St. in Mineola; at approximately 9:23 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Buchanan St. in Mineola; at approximately 9:31 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Wren St. in Mineola; at approximately 10:01 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to Blackburn St. in Hawkins; at approximately 10:42 a.m. Krystle Eaton, 35, of Hawkins, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
At 2:59 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Yantis.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:23 p.m., in reference to harassment on HWY 37 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 7:11 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1700 near Yantis.
At 7:20 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 17 near Alba.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 2869 near Winnsboro; at approximately 7:23 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 7:26 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4250 near Winnsboro.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4460 near Winnsboro; at approximately 8:10 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3689 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:21 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. James Johnson, 50, of Hawkins, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury of Family/Household Member – Impede Breathing/Circulation.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2650 near Mineola; at approximately 9:31 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
July 27th
At 5:20 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 4426 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 8:06 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and provided a courtesy transport.
At 10:13 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2422 near Mineola, at approximately 12:44 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3581 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:07 p.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole money from the reporting party.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:57 p.m., in reference to fraud that occurred on PR 7485 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1795 near Hawkins, at approximately 4:36 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3130 near Quitman, at approximately 5:18 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:35 p.m., in reference to terroristic threat that occurred on CR 2632 near Mineola. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3191 near Quitman, at approximately 5:47 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2263 near Mineola, at approximately 8:44 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook point, at approximately 10:48 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on FM 852 near Winnsboro; at approximately 11:55 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
July 28th
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7547 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:25 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:41 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Gregory Roland, 46, of Hawkins, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
At 9:53 a.m., cows were reported out on Fm 779 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1336 near Quitman, at approximately 11:34 a.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor damaged and stole several items from the reporting party’s property. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning, and this case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 1:11 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 515 near Yantis.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 3:09 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on FM 852 near Winnsboro. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6662 near Mineola, at approximately 4:39 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1559 near Alba, at approximately 6:24 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Quitman, at approximately 8:26 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Stuart Bruce, 39, of Winnsboro, was arrested for Criminal Trespass.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1985 near Yantis, at approximately 10:31 p.m., in reference to shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4506 near Winnsboro, at approximately 11:30 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
July 29th
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6645 near Mineola, at approximately 12:25 a.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 CR 4890 near Winnsboro, at approximately 1:49 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Stacey Wyer, 48, of Quitman, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana.
At 3:47 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 5:49 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances on PR 7869 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
At 8:13 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 3900 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1859 near Yantis, at approximately 8:31 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Frederick Bolton, 51, of Yantis, was arrested for Assault by Contact/Family Violence and Resist Arrest Search Transport.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on CR 1835 near Yantis; at approximately 9:36 a.m. Patricia Raymond, 37, of Sulphur Springs, was arrested for Driving without a License.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3290 near Quitman, at approximately 10:39 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning, spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
At 4:01 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 182 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 5675 near Alba, at approximately 5:38 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Dianna Foreman, 55, of Alba, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2117 near Quitman, at approximately 7:03 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 6308 near Mineola, at approximately 7:21 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
At 9:22 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1532 near Alba.
July 30th
At 3:25 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 852 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4200 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:05 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 7:57 a.m., in reference to criminal mischief. A known actor damaged the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 10:05 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3495 near Hawkins, at approximately 10:30 a.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies spoke with all parties involved, gave them advice and cleared the incident.
At 10:34 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 12:31 p.m., in reference to a scam that occurred on CR 1505 near Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on CR 3420 near Hawkins; at approximately 2:38 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
At 4:25 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2225 near Quitman.
At 4:36 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1236 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:29 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on FM 14 near Hawkins. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to Concho near Quitman, at approximately 7:14 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:17 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Yantis, at approximately 10:48 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
July 31st
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 9:07 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 9:13 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 14 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to Main St. in Yantis, at approximately 9:50 a.m., in reference to a reckless driver. Deputies located the individual and advised to have a family member pick them up.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 37 near Quitman, at approximately 12:37 p.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole and sold the reporting party’s air compressor.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:47 p.m., in reference to theft that occurred on CR 2166 near Quitman. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2260 near Mineola; at approximately 9:36 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4878 near Winnsboro, at approximately 10:18 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.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1681 near Alba, at approximately 10:42 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Between the dates of July 25 and July 31, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Police Departments, Van Zandt County, Adult Protective Services, Rains County and Emergency Medical Services.
Between the dates of July 25 and July 31, Wood County Sheriff’s Investigators filed 1 case with the District Attorney, obtained 2 arrest warrants and arrested the individuals.
Total Jail Count – 124 inmates – 96 males and 28 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.
City of Sulphur Springs Manager’s Report for August Council Meeting
CROSSTOWN TRAIL -The railroad crossing is complete. The Capital Construction Division is now constructing the portion of the trail from the KCS railroad tracks to Coleman Park. When finished, this grant-funded project will connect Buford Park to Coleman Park and the high school/civic center complex. It will also replace the sidewalk on the north side of Connally Street.
CANTEX FORCE MAIN – This project is about 50% completed. The Capital
Construction division began on the east end of the project and they are now progressing north on Jackson Street toward the hospital. This is the final capital improvement project in the 2013-2017 C. I.P. It replaces 2,400 linear feet of aging sewer force main and 2,900 feet of gravity main. Currently the main passes through the middle of the hospital complex. The new route passes around the hospital complex. One-third of the city’s sewage passes through this line.
SUNSET STREET – We have designed the Sunset Street improvements, and the design has been approved. The project will include new water mains, new sewer mains and a new concrete street from Coimally to Houston. The $275,000 CDBG grant is matched with $132, 000 of city funding. We have submitted consb-uction drawings for approval. Work will begin in the fall.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT – Phase 2 has begun with the demolition of the secondary clarifiers. This will make way for the new diffused air aeration units. This project is on time and under budget.
CLAIMS – We had 3 workers compensation claims in July, and 2 of those were serious enough to require time off. We did not receive any liability claims in July.
REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES – Finance Director Lesa Smith will not give a year-to-date report of revenues and expenditures since she will be presenting the budget.
Elsewhere around the city, employees:
Graded Pipeline and Wiesenbaker Lane twice.
Removed 4 dead trees from roadways.
Repaired 255 potholes.
Made one street repair following utility repairs.
Demolished a home on Live Oak.
Checked our 4,441 items from the library and 561 e-books.
Top-dressed soccer fields.
Fertilized athletic fields.
Hosted a state softball tournament.
Mowed Coleman Lake Dam.
Conducted 31 building inspections, 25 electrical inspections, 31 plumbing
inspections, 4 mechanical inspections, and issued 24 building permits.
Treated wastewater effluent to an average total suspended solids reading of 2.07 mg/L.
Repaired 14 water main ruptures.
Replaced 29 water meters.
Unstopped 8 sewer mains.
Repaired 4 sewer mains.
Washed 80,000 feet of sewer mains.
Flushed 35 dead end water mains.
Performed preventative maintenance on the flood gates at Lake Sulphur Springs.
Treated 182 million gallons ofpotable water.
Sold 2,295 gallons ofAvGas and 7,542 gallons ofJetA fuel.
Made 6 felony arrests in the special crimes unit.
Recorded 80 offenses, wrote 826 citations, made 87 arrests, and responded to 34 accidents in the patrol division.
Responded to 207 Animal control calls and achieved a 32% adoption rate.
Responded to 196 fire/rescue calls including 1 structure fire.
Performed 51 fire inspections, and reviewed 51 pre-fire plans.
Performed preventative maintenance on 82 fire hydrants.
New Courtroom Construction Advancing; Sale of Main Street Annex to Provide for DA/County Clerk Offices Nearby
Hopkins County Judge Robert Newsom expects the new courtroom under construction next to the county law enforcement center/jail to be completed around the first of the year. Work is now moving quickly on the facility that will house felony docket calls and felony court cases. He noted that with the sale of the county annex at 110 and 118 Main Street, now under contract, work should begin soon on a new building for the District Attorney and District Clerk office building that will be on the law enforcement center grounds as well.
Newsom calls the new facility safer, more innovative and more user friendly. He also noted that on jury days it will allow for more parking around Celebration Plaza since parking will be available at the new facility.
The new courtroom will also be more accommodating to a modern trial than the current second floor courtroom located in the historic courthouse. Sound and media equipment in the new courtroom will add to the flow of a trial as video used in the trial and video of the trial in the courtroom will be readily available. The room was designed with these accouterments installed. Newsom said that lawyers and judges will love the innovations included.
Newsom said the new courtroom will seat around 100 individuals with room for attorneys, judge, and jury as well. Public safety was in mind with the design and building of the new courtroom. The individual on trial will not be exposed to the public as they move in and out of the courtroom. Also, in high profile trials the ability to screen those entering the courtroom will be available without disrupting the flow of citizens needing access to courthouse services. The new courtroom will be a detached building but will eventually be connected to the jail by a covered walk way.
Cost for the new courtroom should come in under $400,000 according to Newsom.
Cost for the new courtroom should come in under $400,000 according to Newsom. The money used to build the facility is a part of the bond money acquired to build the current jail facility.
Monday during a regular session of Commissioners Court, contracts were signed for a total of $445,000 in purchase price for 110 and 118 Main Street. The Chamber of Commerce will purchase the smaller side, 118 Main Street, for $205,000 and Realtor Chris and Lisa Childress will purchase 110 Main Street for $240,000. The county will replace the roof on the building and will divide the building into two buildings with firewall as a part of the purchase agreement.
With the contracts in place, commissioners will move ahead with a set of plans now being utilized in seeking bids for the new District Attorney/District Clerk building. Newsom said the county will be working with the City of Sulphur Springs to expedite the new facility that he hopes will be occupied by the first of the year.
Wildcat Team Tennis Competitive in Loss to Waxahachie; Host Spring Hill Wednesday
The Wildcats’ team tennis squad played another competitive non-district match on the road Tuesday (August 7) but once again came up on the short end of the scoreboard.
The Wildcats lost at Waxahachie, 8-6. Wildcats winners in singles included Chase Crouch, Brandon Dittrich, Jordan Gonzales, Jeaux Leigh Cantu and Heather Harris.
The girls doubles team of Page Miessen and Emily Dick also won their match.
The Wildcats are 0-3 for the season. Included are a one point loss and this two point loss. The other match was a five point loss.
The Wildcats have their home opener scheduled for Wednesday at 10 a.m. against Spring Hill, weather permitting.
Lady Cat Volleyball Opens Season with Wins in Tri-Match
The Lady Cats’ volleyball team opened the regular season with a pair of wins at a tri-match in Sherman Tuesday (August 7).
The Lady Cats opened with a 3-1 win over the host Bearcats. Sherman took the first set 25-21 but the Lady Cats then won the next three sets, 25-21, 25-17 and 28-26. Madison Vickery led the Lady Cats with 11 kills and Sydney Washburn added 10. Lexi Whisenhunt had 25 assists. Sadie Stroud led the Lady Cats with 18 digs. Autumn Tanton had 4 block assists. Sadie Washburn had a team high 3 service aces.
In game two, the Lady Cats downed North Lamar, 3-0 winning 25-21, 25-17 and 25-17. Tanton had 9 kills and Vickery had 8. Whisenhunt had 30 assists. Stroud had 7 digs. Tanton, Sydney Washburn and Vickery each had 4 block assists. Stroud, Sadie Washburn and Whisenhunt had 1 service ace apiece.
The Lady Cats, now 2-0 for the season, will play next in a varsity only Garland tournament in Garland and Sachse Friday and Saturday.
2018 Back to School Around Hopkins County
School will be starting for Hopkins County students through the month of August 2018. Here’s a run-down of dates and current activities.
Back-to-School is August 16 for both Miller Grove ISD and Cumby ISD.
Miller Grove will hold a Meet the Teacher Night on August 13, and Volleyball is underway. Miller Grove Superintendent is Steve Johnson. For the Cumby Trojans, August 10 is the first day of Football workout with pads, and Volleyball is already underway. Shelley Slaughter is Superintendent and Hector Madrigal is Principal at Cumby.
Three school districts return to class on August 20: North Hopkins, Sulphur Bluff and Como-Pickton
North Hopkins Elementary students have Meet the Teacher on Thursday August 9, Volleyball is already underway at the high school, and Darin Jolly returns as Superintendent at North Hopkins. Sulphur Bluff High Schoolers are busy with FFA Chapter activities and Volleyball. Dustin Carr returns as Sulphur Bluff Superintendent. The Como-Pickton War Eagle Marching Band has full band practice all this week to get ready for Football season, and the Volleyball season has begun for the Como-Pickton Eagles.
Yantis ISD returns to class on August 22. There is a Back to School Bash set for August 16 at 6pm in the Owls Cafeteria. Interim Superintendent for Yantis is Tracie Helfferich.
Saltillo ISD goes back to school on August 28. On Friday August 24, students can attend Meet the Teacher night. David Stickles returns as Superintendent for the Saltillo Lions.
The Sulphur Springs ISD goes back to school on August 21.
