Mount Vernon Police Seek Missing Person
On June 20, 2018 The Mount Vernon Police Department took a missing persons report on Michael Ray Weir (DOB-12/6/1991). Michael’s father said that his son was last seen at Trinity Mother Francis Hospital in Winnsboro Texas on June 13, 2018.
While conducting an investigation Officers learned that Michael was staying at the American Inn motel in Mount Vernon where Officers located Michael’s vehicle and keys. Officers were also able to locate video of Michael using an ATM at Texas American Bank on June 13, 2018 at approximately 10:49 p.m. While reviewing the video Officers observed that Michael was alone in his vehicle and left the bank heading back towards the American Inn Motel. Michaels father said that it is unlike his son to have no contact with his family and they are concerned for his sons safety.
Michael is a white/ male approximately 5’08” 180 to 200 Lbs., Brown eyes and black hair. Michaels father lives in Sulphur Springs and said that Michael has no other family in the Mount Vernon area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Mount Vernon Police Department Lieutenant Joshua Daily. Mount Vernon Police Department: Lt. Joshua Daily; (O)- (903)-537-4539; (E)- [email protected]
Serious Laughter at “Snow White Musicapalooza” Opening Aug 3 for Six Performances at Main Street Theater
Get ready for some serious laughter to round out your summer! The youth musical “Snow White Musicapalooza” will take the Main Street Theater stage in six performances, weekends August 3-5 and August 10-12, 2018. Director David Woody and the 18-member class of Children’s Summer Workshop tackled this fairy tale romp which is not your regular Snow White story! There are two Snow White’s, a team of dwarfs named Nerdy, Wordy, Creepy, Weepy, Rowdy, Howdy and Bob, plus guest appearances by the Evil Queen, the Huntsman, Papa and Mama Bear, Rumpelstiltskin, the Magic Mirror and assorted other well-known characters, who are each a little out of character! Host of the Fairy Tale Network Heidi Herbaly seeks to “get the dirt” on Snow White from the Dwarfs, who in turn translate their rendition of what happened after the poison apple. It’s a comedy romp with lots of singing for the cast of 18 CSW students, ages 8-15, and a musical you will always remember with a smile, or a laugh.
Tickets are $10 at the Main Street Theater box office or by calling the reservation line at 903-885-0107. Performances will be Friday August 3 at 7pm, Saturday August 4 at 7pm, and Sunday August 5 at 2pm, with the same schedule on the following weekend. Main Street Theater is the home of the Sulphur Springs Community Players, at 225 Main Street, downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Cast members who appeared in the KSST/Channel 18 TV interview for “Snow White Musicapalooza”
Delta County Library Hosts Career and Employment Workshop
A Career and Employment Workshop at the Delta County Public Library, 300 West Delta Ave., is set for Tuesday, August 7th from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The event, sponsored by Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas, seeks to assist individuals in landing their next job.
The workshop will focus on creating an effective and noticeable resume, searching for jobs online, and learning to become more confident during an interview.
Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
A Memphis, Tennessee woman with an extensive criminal history and a Houston, Texas man were stopped on a traffic violation at the 132 mile marker on I-30 early Thursday morning. Given consent to search the vehicle, a Hopkins County deputy located a black bag containing a clear plastic bag with a red substance believed to be methamphetamine. A second plastic bag containing suspected meth was also found.
The female claimed ownership of the black bag which contained the methamphetamine, a white pill bottle containing suspected THC Edibles, and she attempted to hide in the seat of the patrol unit a clear plastic vile containing a brown liquid suspected to be THC Wax.
Napoleon Ali Page, 39, is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram, a State Jail Felony.
Mary Perkins, 26, is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram, a State Jail Felony; Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2, more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams a Felony 3; Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2, less than 1-gram; and Tampering with Physical Evidence, a Felony 3.
Illinois Man Arrested in I-30 Stop
Jason Andrew Tiff, 24
A Peoria, Illinois man, Jason Andrew Tiff, 24, was stopped for a traffic violation by Hopkins County Sheriff’s deputy K9 unit at the 132 mile marker on I-30 Wednesday evening around 6:30 p.m. Tiff refused consent to search the vehicle but the K9 alerted on the driver door of the vehicle.
A probable cause search found multiple bags of THC Edibles in the center console of the vehicle and additional drug paraphernalia was located as well.
Tiff is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2, more than 4-grams but less than 400-grams, a Felony 2.
Local Woman Arrested on Warrant for Possession of Methamphetamine
July 26, 2018 – Sulphur Springs/Hopkins County SWAT Team executed a search warrant and located 2.5-grams of suspected methamphetamine at a Helm Lane Apartment earlier this month. The warrant was the result of a Special Crimes Unit investigation.
Chrystal Brooke Vargas
Wednesday, July 25th at 10 p.m., Chrystal Brooke Vargas, 36, was arrested at a location on East Industrial Drive. She confessed to the Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams, a Felony 3.
Vargas is in Hopkins County Jail.
Local Man Arrested For Possession of Controlled Substance
July 26, 2018 – A call to Sulphur Springs Police regarding a suspicious person in a white Suburban parked in front of the EZ Mart on League Street led to the arrest of Dwayne Anthony Wright, 40, of Sulphur Springs for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams.
Dwayne Anthony Wright
Wright immediately sat up in the vehicle when the officer arrived and as he recounted his story to the officer, it did not make sense. Wright began profuse sweating as more than one officer arrived on the scene. He avoided eye contact and continued to say he just wanted to leave and go home. A pat down revealed a red baggy in his front pocket.
Wright is in Hopkins County Jail.
Hearts of Life Animal Rescue Presents Will for Adoption
Will is still searching for his forever home! Will is approximately 7 years old. He is very well mannered, great on a leash, easy going and is a good sport about any antics we have in mind for him. He loves to play with his best friend and bonded mate Sassy! You rarely find one without the other. (They really do make a great pair….and she is available too!)
Will does have a food allergy so you will need to be prepared to provide his special food. His adoption fee is $100.00 which includes all previous vetting, shots, worming, neuter and rabies. Please contact us to meet him! Call Hearts of Life Animal Rescue at 903-439-5019, email [email protected], www.facebook.com/heartsoflife or find us on Petfinder.com!
Chamber Connection July 26, 2018
There are a few days left to turn in your t-shirt designs for the 49th Annual Stew Contest!!! The Chamber will be accepting submitted designs from Monday, July 16th through Tuesday, July 31st. The submitted entries will be voted on by the Chamber Board of Directors, and the winner will be announced on August 9th. If your design wins the t-shirt contest, it will be used on all shirts, hoodies, and marketing for the 49th Annual Stew Contest! Email your designs to [email protected]. We can’t wait to see the entries!!!!
Introducing a huge night of networking sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce! The Chamber is hosting The Chamber Showcase, a night of networking that features Chamber members in Hopkins County, on Thursday, August 2nd at the Sulphur Springs Country Club. We are sold out of booths, but we encourage you attend the event for $10 and enjoy the opportunity to do it all in one night… just imagine food show + exhibit hall + speed networking! This will be a huge value and opportunity for you and your business! You will be so glad you came! Call the Chamber to ask questions or make reservations at (903) 885-6515.
I’m just so excited about the upcoming 3rd Annual Chamber of Commerce Photography Contest! Let me review the basics. Anyone of any age can enter as we have a children’s category. The picture must be newer than January 1, 2016 and must have been taken in Hopkins County. The contest will be open from August 1st to August 31st. There are seven categories you may enter: Natural World, Travel, People, The Hopkins County Experience, Altered Images, Mobile, and Children’s Category. Only digital images are accepted (no prints). To submit your photograph, email the picture to [email protected]. Rules and releases will be available on the Chamber of Commerce website. I cannot wait to see your beautiful photos!
Adult Leadership Class being offered for the Fall! Sign up Now!!!
Lynda Hager reported that she would be offering an Adult Leadership Class starting in August for anyone who is interested. The Adult Leadership Class is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins county Chamber of Commerce. The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for emerging business and community leaders. Leadership Sulphur Springs is a nine-month session, with meetings held once a month. For more information, please call the Chamber of Commerce at 903-885-6515.
Shadow Renaissance Festival & Tournament
Get ready for the Shadow Renaissance Festival and Tournament on July 28th and 29th at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center. The Shadow Renaissance Festival will feature the Knights of Valor Full Contact Jousting with Shane Adams of Full Metal Jousting. Fair time will be Saturday, July 28th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, July 29th, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission will be $10 for ages 14 and up. There is a free family day on Friday the 27th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. In addition, there is a special Nobleman’s Feast! Tickets are available at www.shadowrenfest.com and at the Chamber of Commerce located at 300 Connally Street in Sulphur Springs.
Fire in Texas is hosting a blood drive on Friday, July 27th
Carter Blood Care and Fire in Texas are hosting a blood drive on Friday, July 27th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fire in Texas is located at 1334 Sharon Lane in Sulphur Springs. Please bring valid ID. For more information, contact Audrea Caudle at (903) 438-0300.
Landers Creek Outfitters has scheduled their ribbon cutting celebration
Landers Creek Outfitters, located at 214 Main Street in Sulphur Springs, has scheduled their ribbon cutting celebration on Wednesday, August 8th at noon. Please make plans to come by, check out this brand-new business, and network with other business professionals as we welcome them to Hopkins County.
CANHelp is hosting their 2018 Back to School Fair on Friday August 10th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
CANHelp is hosting their 2018 Back to School Fair! Through the support of community and corporate sponsors, this event will be a one-stop destination to prepare the whole family for the start of school! The fair will offer free health and vision screenings, dental screenings and fluoride applications, immunizations for children and adults, haircuts, food and drinks, backpacks and school supplies (for low and moderate-income families of Hopkins County) and more. The 2018 Back to School Fair is scheduled for Friday, August 10th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center, 1200 Houston Street in Sulphur Springs. You must register for school supplies in advance. Call CANHelp at (903) 885-9797 (ext. 1) or visit www.canhelponline.org for more details.
Sulphur Springs Public Library Hosts Lone Star Legal Aid
Sulphur Springs Public Library Hosts Lone Star Legal Aid on Wednesday, August 15th. You can receive help if you meet income-based criteria and your issue is a civil, non-criminal issue like: Veterans benefits, custody and child support, divorce and family issues, employment, food stamps, Medicare and Medicaid, wills, bankruptcy, income tax, housing, Social Security disability or estate planning. For more information call (Paris) Lone Star Legal Aid at 1-903-785-8711, or visit www.lonestarlegal.org.
Reilly Springs Jamboree
The Reilly Spring Jamboree will host a special concert on Saturday, August 18th at 6 p.m. featuring the world-famous Blackwood Quartet. Tickets will be $15 general admission or $25 for the Meet-and-Greet with reserved seating for the Blackwood Quartet’s “Gospel Side of Elvis” Concert, a part of their 85th Year Anniversary Tour. For tickets and information, contact Enola Gay Mathews at (903) 438-3568.
Texas A&M University – Commerce hosting fair
Kick of your 2018-2019 recruiting year on Monday, August 27th by attending this part-time job, internship, and community resource fair! Make Your Connection is part of Lion’s Roar Welcome Week activities where they introduce more than 500 students looking to get hired and be inspired! This is a great way for you to promote part-time jobs, internships, and community resources to TAMU-C students. Each vendor will have a 6ft table, 2 chairs, and a tablecloth. Promotional giveaways are strongly encouraged at your booth! However, the Residential Living and Learning Department requests that no candles and/or incense be given to on-campus residents. THIS IS A FREE EVENT – come hire and inspire a Lion. Please bring a prize/gift basket worth a minimum of $25.00 for a student raffle at the conclusion of the event. Contact Assistant Director Bethany Ferrall at 903.468.3212 or [email protected] with any questions. Additional information can be found at https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/6330/employer_preview.
Lezley Brown
President/CEO
Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce
300 Connally Street
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
903-885-6515-office
903-885-6516-fax
www.sulphursprings-tx.com
Dr. Tris Gets Surprise Honor for 37 Years, 13,000 Deliveries
Dr. Somjai Tris is one of three practicing physicians with the longest careers serving the people of Hopkins and surrounding counties. During his workday on Wednesday July 25, 2018, this OB/GYN was surprised with an appreciation event shared with his 13,000th baby delivery, little Harper Jo Hoffman and her parents Jennifer Smith and Bo “Rocky” Hoffman. Mrs. Tris, the Tris office staff, nursery staff and about 30 friends and co-workers attended the affair held in the Perinatal Department in Christus Mother Frances Sulphur Springs Hospital. The Hoffman infant was born on July 24, one of four deliveries Dr. Tris made that day.
Tris office staff L. to R. Chris Mathews, Mrs. Tris, Dr. Tris, Linda Mitchell and Tina Duke. (Tonya Hurley not pictured)
Proud parents Bo Hoffman and Jennifer Smith, Miss Harper Jo and Dr. Tris
Dr. Tris began his practice in Hopkins County in 1980, and made his first delivery two months later. He was instrumental in the planning and development of the current Perinatal Department which opened in 1997. His nurse Linda Mitchell, an LVN, has worked for him for 36 years. His close friend, Dr. Deitze, has put in 39 years, and both doctors mentioned that Dr. Mark Miller was already practicing here when they came to the Sulphur Springs hospital. Other local providers of OB/GYN services in the Perinatal unit are Dr. Darryl Doughtie, Dr. Martin Fielder, Dr. Tiffany Gebel and midwife Deb Logan.
