Senior Night Game a Must Win for Wildcats to Enter Playoffs
The playoff outlook for the Wildcats’ soccer team is very simple as they close district play by hosting Hallsville on Senior Night Tuesday night at The Prim: the winner is in the playoffs as the district’s fourth seed and the losing team is done for the season. Both teams have 5-6 district records and 15 points.
The Wildcats got a boost recently when Marshall defeated Hallsville. This will be the third year in a row where it comes down to the Wildcats and Hallsville for a playoff spot. The past two years the games has been at Hallsville. The Wildcats won both of those. Hallsville defeated the Wildcats, 2-1 in Hallsville earlier this season.
The Wildcats are coming off of a tough week where they lost to the district’s top two teams, Mount Pleasant and Greenville. The Lions defeated the Wildcats in Greenville, 4-1 Friday night. The Lions scored in the first minute of the contest. To the Wildcats’ credit, they fought right back and tied the match at 1-1. Wildcats Coach Nicky Wiggins, on KSST Radio and Cable Channel 18’s Saturday Morning Coaches Show, said the Wildcats’ goal was a well executed play. It started with midfielder Isaac Gutierrez who passed to D.J. Abron. Abron crossed the ball perfectly so that Eduardo Ramirez could put the ball in the net. Another Wildcat highlight in the game was a keeper save on a penalty kick. Goalkeeper Jonathan Lopez made the save on a penalty kick by a Lions’ player. Eventually Greenville scored a second goal before halftime and added two more in the second half. Coach Wiggins said all the goal occurred after turnovers in bad places on the field that Greenville took advantage of.
Coach Wiggins said he hopes his players learn from the mistakes made in a loss. He said he is looking forward to facing Hallsville on Senior Night at Prim Stadium with everything on the line. Lovejoy is the probably bi-district opponent for the winner. The Wildcats will recognize 14 seniors Tuesday night.
Saltillo Lost to Campbell 15-5
The Saltillo Lions’ baseball team lost to Campbell, 15-5 on Friday (March 16).
The Lions actually jumped out on top scoring 2 runs in the top of the first and holding the Indians to just one run in the first inning. Saltillo increased their lead to 3-1 with a run in the top of the second.
Campbell then scored six runs in the bottom of the second to move into the lead at 7-3. The Indians added five third inning runs to increase their lead to 12-3. The Lions scored two runs of the own in the top of the fifth inning to cut the lead to 12-5. The Indians scored three runs in the bottom of the fifth to end the game at 15-5. The Lions season record is now 0-3.
For the Lions, Ben Moore, Matthew Gurley and Seth Patriquin were all 1 for 2 with a single and a walk. Stephen Marroquin was 1 for 2 with a single. Edi Olayo was hit by a pitch. On the mound for the Lions, Gurley struck out 4 and Michael Clover struck out 1.
The Lions play next against Sulphur Bluff Friday at 4:30 p.m.
PJC-Sulphur Springs Registration for Summer and Fall Classes Underway
NEW STUDENT Belinda Calvin of Sulphur Springs, right, works out her schedule of courses with Academic Advisor Carey Gable as she registers for classes at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center. Calvin is seeking her degree in business entrepreneurship. For registration information about summer and fall classes at the campus, call 903-885-1232 or go to the campus located at 1137 Loop 301 East in Sulphur Springs.
Winnsboro Police Report March 12-18, 2018
Winnsboro Police made four arrests, investigated two accidents, responded to 124 calls for service, issued 39 citations, and wrote 25 warnings during the March 12-18, 2018 report period.
James Chambers, 51, of Winnsboro, was arrested March 12th on Franklin County Warrants.
Carlos Vargas, 22, of Mt Pleasant, was arrested March 15th on Mt Pleasant Police Departments warrants.
Jacob Clinton, 32, of Pickton, was arrested March 15th for Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 oz. and theft of a firearm.
Ammie Stephens, 44, of Diana, was arrested March 17th on an Upshur County Warrant.
Winnsboro Police responded to a three vehicle accident on March 14th at Walnut and Myrtle Streets. No injuries were reported
On March 17, they responded to a one vehicle accident on March 17th at Broadway and Mitchell Streets. No injuries were reported.
Two in Custody for Local Mini Mart Robbery
The suspects are in custody in Oklahoma following a series of events that began with a robbery at Jon’s Mini Mart Friday afternoon. The suspects, identified as Tracy Sexton and Amanda Looper, left the Mini Mart and sought access to the interstate. However, they entered the Woodbridge Crossing area, which has no access to the interstate and returned to Hillcrest and then to the interstate and traveled west. Less than $1,000 was taken in the robbery. An employee of the mini mart took a picture of their vehicle which police were able to use in their investigation.
Following a social media post by the police department, tips began coming into the local police office. The pair was located at a Lake Dallas hotel where Lake Dallas police ran a raid on the room where the couple was supposedly staying. The couple was not in the room when police entered but were across the street and observed the raid. They left the area finding a ride to Gainesville and then on to Marietta, Oklahoma, according to local law enforcement. The truck used in the robbery was placed in impound by Lake Dallas police.
A phone call from a Marietta hotel led local law enforcement to contact the Marietta deputies and their task force surrounded the hotel after confirming that Looper had secured a room there. Law enforcement made entry into the room and arrested both individuals.
Sexton has ties in Arkansas, Sulphur Springs, and the Arlington area. Extradition paperwork has been filed and when completed, the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office will bring both Sexton and Looper to the county jail.
Dinner Bell Menu For March 21, 2018
DINNER BELL MENU
March 21, 2018
Wishes to remain Anonymous
this week’s Community Partner.
Ham and Cheese Soup
Garden Salad
Cornbread Muffins and Butter
Peach Cobbler Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Poached Pears (sugar free dessert)
Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church).
Meal A Day Menu for March 19th-23rd
Meal A Day Menu
March 19th – March 23rd
Monday
Cheese Burgers
Lettuce, Tomato, Onions and Pickles
French Fries
Tuesday
Oven Omelet
Sliced Ham
Orange Slices
Blue Berry Muffins
Wednesday
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Roll
Thursday
Chicken Spaghetti
Squash
Garlic Toast
Tossed Salad
Friday
Soft Beef and Cheese Tacos
Lettuce, Tomatoes and Onions
Refried Beans
Chips and Salsa
Aviation History: VC-137B 58-6972
The VC-137B serial 58-6972 or same as SAM 972 had the same body as the 707-120 commercial aircraft but with different interior furnishings and electronic equipment. It was built as one of three VC-137As, Boeing model 707-153 with Pratt and Whitney JT-3 turbojets. It was delivered to the Air Force on June 30, 1959 and was redesignated VC-137B when it was refitted with JT3D turbofan jet engines in May 1963. Assigned to the 89th MAW at Andrews AFB, Maryland its primary mission was to provide first class, worldwide transportation for the Vice-President of the United States, Cabinet members and international dignitaries.
The interior of SAM 972 was divided into three sections: Forward (crew area), center (stateroom) and aft (passenger). The forward section had a communications center, a galley, lavatory and 13-seat compartment with one table and two overhead bunks. The center section was designed for VIP, with conference tables, swivel chairs, projection screen, two convertible sofa-bunks and a lavatory. The aft section was a combination staff and passenger areas, and contained a Xerox machine, reclining seats, overhead bunks, tables, galley two lavatories.
The VC-137B was usually operated by an augmented crew of about twenty, including three pilots (two were qualified aircraft commanders), two navigators, two flight engineers, one crew chief, two communication systems operators, six flight attendants and four security guards.
All of the VC-137B’s and C’s were at E-Systems many times for maintenance and modification beginning in 1973 through 1994.
58-6972 was scrapped in 1996 due to severe corrosion.
The included information comes from local Sulphur Springs resident Tony Hughes. Mr. Hughes worked on, performed engine run up, pre-flight/post flight and flew as an aircraft mechanic observer on FCF’s (functional check flight), along with supervising hangar and flight line operations for over 40 years (1956-1996) at E-Systems, Inc., the Greenville, Tx. plant formerly known as TEMCO.
A Huge Thank You to Sulphur Springs and the Community
Cars lined the street as the Lil 4’s one-year celebration had many people there enjoying the free bounce houses, food, music and train rides. KSST caught up with Letitia Conliffe, founder and president of the Lil 4’s, to talk about the event.
“Everything turned out great! It makes me excited to (have been) in this place for one year.” Letitia said. Letitia had been up since 5:00 am yesterday and still had a smile on her face enjoying the festivities. The garage sale made approx. $40, and Letitia was still excited. “Everything is a blessing. It’s a blessing to know people are still out there that still care. We’re going to keep on pushing: maybe make a bigger building.” The current building is at capacity with the 50 kids she looks after. “These are my babies. They brighten my days. If I was at home, I would worry about where they were and what they’re doing.” But when she’s here, the kids are here, and she knows they’re safe and doesn’t have to worry.
The items for the garage sale came from some of the kids, Letitia, and a lot from Ms. Martha Oppenheim. Many of the items were brand new with tags still on them. There were a bunch of new shoes in many different sizes, and clothes, purses and many other items. Letitia smiled when talking about Ms. Martha. “Everyday she comes and helps…Every day. And when she can she brings meals or donations. That lady is so awesome. I love her so much.”
The auction has yet to take place and includes items such as bicycles, a cheese basket donated from the Dairy Museum, a blanket donated by Feedbags, brand name purses, a pair of silver sparkly Toms, and the Dallas Mavericks donated an autographed picture valued at $175. There were many other great items available for the auction. KSST will keep you posted on when it will take place.
Letitia also wanted to thank John Heilman. “If we ever need anything this man comes through. We didn’t have enough money to cover this…and he made it a success. I owe that man a lot.”
Alicia Valentine cooked the delicious gumbo. It took her around four hours to cook it. Drinks and Paper goods were supplied by Leah Lair Conner.
Everyone seemed to be having a great time listening to the fantastic blues band, Da-Unit Band featuring Aleatha Lowe as lead vocal. Da-Unit Band traveled from Shreveport Louisiana to attend and play live music at the celebration. They originally played at the Lil 4’s King and Queen Ball, and were requested to return again for the celebration.
Smiles where everywhere as kids bounced on the bounce houses and enjoyed train rides around the block, provided by the Parties 2 U company located in Dallas. Kids were decked out in festive face paint and had a great time. Kids and Adults were dancing and having a great time. Letitia summed it up best by saying “Everything was wonderful.”
