Local Woman Arrested for THC Gummies and More
THC gummies weighing 6.47 grams in a small round container and a package of marijuana cigarettes under the driver’s seat led to the arrest of Cydnie Pauline Finnie, 24, of Sulphur Springs.
Cydnie Pauline Finnie
Finnie was stopped on I-30 near the 124 mile marker when she failed to drive in a single lane on the improved shoulder. The Hopkins County deputy could smell marijuana when he began conversation with her. A probable cause search of the vehicle found loose green leafy substance believed to be marijuana in the center console.
Finnie is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 more than 4-grams but less than 400-grams and is being held on four Fort Worth Warrants for traffic violations and assault.
More than Traffic Warrants Found in Traffic Stop
Malodie Kay Pettigrew, 29, of Greenville was arrested on three Hopkins County warrants when she was stopped by a Hopkins County deputy at Highway 11W and FM 3134. However, when placed in the patrol unit, she admitted to several pills on her person. That wasn’t all.
At Hopkins County Jail, she was found to have not only several different variety of pills but also a crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine.
She was booked into Hopkins County Jail on the three warrants and for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram and for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
18 lbs of Suspected Meth Found in Traffic Stop
Multiple signs of nervousness shown by a driver during a traffic stop Monday at the 138 mile marker on I-30 led the Hopkins County deputy to seek consent to search the vehicle. The result of the search was 18 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, according to Hopkins County Sheriff Lewis Tatum.
The subject, whose name is not being released by the Sheriff’s office at this time, was arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 400-grams. The suspected street value of the suspected narcotics values approximately $3.6 million.
Winnsboro Police Report February 26-March 4, 2018
Winnsboro Police made no arrests and investigated no accidents but did respond to 120 calls for service, issue 46 citations and write 37 warnings during the February 26-March 4, 2018 report period.
Wildcats Baseball in Sherman-Denison Tourney; Player Evaluation Continues
Wildcats Baseball Coach Jerrod Hammack said Wildcats’ coaches and players did not panic after three bad losses in a Lindale tournament last weekend. The Wildcats bounced back to defeat the host Lindale, 5-3 Saturday night.
Coach Hammack called the Saturday night game a good barometer for the Wildcats. After all, he said Lindale is a good team picked to win their district and he noted they played very well in a Tyler tournament the week before. Coach Hammack said the bounce back win was almost enough to make him forget a 5-3 loss to Atlanta where they played like the game was a big deal while the Wildcats just went through the motions, a 13-7 loss to Brook Hill that the Wildcats led after one inning, 7-1 and ended up putting 16 runners on base for free with walks and errors and a 7-2 loss to All Saints Episcopal that got out of hand due to an inside the park grand slam homer.
But back to Saturday. Coach Hammack pitched ace Ryan Humphries and he said he threw well. Coach Hammack was pleased to see Pacen Edwards pitch the final two innings and do a good job. He said he would continue to evaluate personnel during the tournament portion of the schedule to get ready for the first district ballgame.
The Wildcats hope to play five games in a Sherman-Denison tournament that gets underway Thursday. He said a couple of those games might be played like district games. Coach Hammack said he has learned a lot about his team from games in the first two tournaments of the season. The Wildcats are 3-5 for the season.
Carrillo Notches 400th Career Win; Lady Cats Begin District Play Tuesday at Lady Cat Park
The Lady Cats’ softball team won 4 and lost 2 in a Wylie tournament this past week. The Lady Cats’ win early Saturday was the 400th in the career of Lady Cats Softball Coach David Carrillo. Coach Carrillo’s career spans 20 years and he is in his 12th year at Sulphur Springs.
In Wylie Thursday, the Lady Cats shut out McKinney, 8-0 and then lost a close one to Sachse, 7-6. On Friday the Lady Cats outslugged Lubbock Cooper, 15-14. Coach Carrillo liked this one. He said his team refused to lose. He liked their competitiveness. Later Friday the Lady Cats downed Sherman, 6-1.
On Saturday, the Lady Cats got good pitching from Bailey Haggerty and good hitting to top Burleson Centennial, 7-2. Coach Carrillo said Brinklee Driver hit a home run. Coach Carrillo said his team was weary in a 15-0 loss to Rockwall to end the tournament.
He said he feels his team will quickly forget that game as they get ready to open district play Tuesday night at home against Greenville.
Wildcat Golf Continues Preparation for District Tourney
After lots of rainy and cold weather , the Wildcats’ golf team made up for lost time by playing the grueling Twisted 54 Tournament in Longview last week. That tournament features 36 holes on Friday and 18 more holes on Saturday on a longer and more challenging golf course.
Wildcats Golf Coach Chris Owens said it’s a great tournament and he was pleased his team got to play a lot of golf while enjoying nice weather. He said the tournament is taxing but he thought it was good for the players because it’s also a mental challenge. Coach Owens said his team shot 304 and 325 on Friday and then 330 at Pine Crest Saturday. He said the Wildcats were led by Carter Lewis who shot 75, 80 and 79. Coach Owens said Cameron Morris shot 77, 79 and 83.
With good weather expected this week, Coach Owens said he looked forward to the Wildcats improving with lots of practice this week. Then Friday the Wildcats will play at a district preview at Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club. That’s the site of the district tournament next month and most if not all district teams are expected to be in the field Friday.
Dugan, Blanch Qualify for State Powerlift Meet
Two Wildcats’ powerlifters qualified for the state meet at a regional meet at Lindale Saturday. D’Idrec Dugan won the 242 pound weight class to qualify. Ian Blanch finished third in the 242-pound weight class but will go to state for lifting the qualifying weight of 1500 pounds.
Three other Wildcats scored points. Alex Rodriguez finished third in the 123-pound weight class. Joe’ell Morales was third in the 132-pound weight class. Wildcats Powerlifting Coach Casey Jeter said Morales missed out on making the state meet by 5 pounds. Vincent Morales was fourth in the 181-pound weight class.
The Wildcats finished fifth as a team at the regional meet. Dugan and Blanch will compete at the state powerlifting meet in Abilene on March 24.
District 23-A All District Team Announced
The Miller Grove and Saltillo boys’ basketball teams were well represented on the 23-A All-District Team. Sulphur Bluff also earned some selections.
The district’s MVP was Miller Grove senior Andjelo Alcox.
Offensive Player of the Year was Saltillo senior Walker McGill.
Defensive Play of the Year was Miller Grove senior Albert Serrano.
Newcomer of the Year was Saltillo freshman Chris Boekhorst.
District Coach of the Year was Miller Grove’s Gary Billingsley.
District First Team selections included Sulphur Bluff senior Brennon Seymor, Saltillo seniors Trevor Moore and Lyle Bench, Miller Grove senior Luke Brignon and Hornet’s junior Treyton Andree.
Second Team selections included Sulphur Bluff senior Isac Foley, Saltillo senior Branson McGill, Saltillo junior Matt Gurley, Miller Grove freshman Kobe Robertson and Miller Grove senior Jack McCoy.
On the Honorable Mention list were Miller Grove juniors Grant Earp and Grant Sharp, Sulphur Bluff seniors Joe Forshee and Turner South and Saltillo junior Levi Hoover.
