Local Cancellations, Closings, Delays Due to Weather
January 15, 2018 – Weather factors will affect travel in a big way Monday with a night and Tuesday forecast that isn’t travel friendly. Closings and Delays include:
- The 27th Annual Martin Luther King Awards Ceremony has been postponed until a later date, according to organizer Dr. LaVelle Hendricks.
- Republican Women have cancelled their Monday night meeting which was to include appearances by Representative Dan Flynn and his challenger Cindy Burkett.
- Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center is closed Tuesday. Karen Weatherman, Director of the Center, stated that she does not want any of the cooks or drivers to have to drive on Snow and Ice. She also doesn’t want Seniors to try to make it to the Senior Citizens Center for any activities. She reminds all, “If you know a Senior Citizen please check on them. Make sure that they are warm enough and have plenty of food.”
- Community Chest is closed Tuesday.
- Como-Pickton CISD is closed Tuesday.
- Saltillo ISD will be CLOSED on Tuesday.
- Hopkins County Courthouse opens at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Emergency personnel are not included in the delayed opening.
- Little Acorn will have a two hour start delay.
- Central Christian Academy will have a two hour delay Tuesday.
- Parent Day Out at First Baptist Church is closed Tuesday.
- Cumby plans a 10 a.m. start.
- League Street Church of Christ Clothing Room is closed Tuesday.
- Yantis ISD has a two hour delay.
- Miller Grove ISD will start at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
- Sulphur Bluff will start at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
- Bright Star Christian School will be closed Tuesday.
- Texas A & M Commerce will be closed Tuesday.
- Sulphur Springs Schools delay their start two hours.
- North Hopkins ISD starts at 10 a.m.
- Little Texan Learning Center opens at 9 a.m.
- His Kids will have a two hour delay for their start.
- Others will be added as KSST is notified.
- PJC-Sulphur Springs will start their first day of class on schedule with no delays.
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Lady Cats Win 1, Tie 2 at Paris Tourney
Goals were hard to come by in a Paris soccer tournament this past Thursday through Saturday. The Lady Cats’ soccer team managed only one goal in three games but they still managed a win and two ties in the tournament. The Lady Cats tied Athens 0-0 on Saturday. Friday the Lady Cats edged by Tyler Chapel Hill, 1-0 on a Keeley Hudgins goal. Thursday the Lady Cats fought to a 0-0 tie with Amarillo Canyon Randall. The Lady Cats season record is 5-1-2. They play next in a North Forney tournament Thursday through Saturday.
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Cipoletta, Chapman Talk Basketball
Cipoletta on Mt. Pleasant Win
The Wildcats’ basketball team, ranked #8 in the state, rallied in the second half to defeat Mount Pleasant on the road Friday night, 57-54. The Wildcats trailed at the half, 26-16. Wildcats Coach Clark Cipoletta discussed the two different halves on KSST Radio and Cable Channel 18’s Saturday Morning Coaching Show. Coach Cipoletta said the Wildcats struggled early mainly because of 17 turnovers in the first half. He said perhaps his team got a little rattled early because of the big crowd and atmosphere at Mount Pleasant, always a tough place to play. The turnovers were reduced to just four in the second half and the Wildcats’ play improved. Coach Cipoletta said the Wildcats calmed down and executed. He said he was proud of his team for handling adversity and getting the big win. Victor Iwuakor led the Wildcats with 17 points and Godsgift Ezedinma scored 13. Coach Cipoletta said the two big guys controlled the boards on offense and defense. He said Bryson Lynn and Iwuakor both scored 8 points in the third quarter and helped fuel the comeback. Coach Cipoletta also gave credit to Dedric Godbolt for getting defensive rebounds and for his defense. He said he also got solid contributions from Day Day Hall and Xavier Cork off the bench. Coach Cipoletta also said Keaston Willis and Michael Jefferson contributed down the stretch. He told his team before the game that sometime during the game Mount Pleasant would figuratively punch the Wildcats in the face. Coach Cipoletta said how the Wildcats respond to that would determine whether they win or lose. The Wildcats are 4-0 in district play and they are 21-3 for the season. They play Greenville at home Tuesday night. 
Chapman on Mount Pleasant Win
Lady Cats Basketball Coach Jeff Chapman, on KSST Radio and Cable Channel 18’s Saturday Morning Coaches Show, said the Lady Cats really wanted to beat Mount Pleasant Friday night at home. Coach Chapman knew point guard Sadavia Porter was ready to play. During player introductions before the game, Coach Chapman said Porter gave him such a strong high five, it caused him pain. She also asked Coach Chapman if he was ready for the game and then told him she had been ready for a week. Coach Chapman said Porter had an excellent game with 24 points and 7 assists. He said she did a good job of drawing defenders to her and then passing to teammates. Coach Chapman said when Porter penetrates into the lane she can cause opponents a lot of problems. He said Autumn Tanton did a good job rebounding. She had a team high 11. Coach Chapman said the team works hard in practice to play good defense in games. In the Mount Pleasant win Friday, the Lady Cats only gave up 12 second half points, six points each in the third and fourth quarter. The Lady Cats scored 36. Coach Chapman said the team is also working hard to improve their shooting. The Lady Cats hit 60% of their shots Friday night. Three players, Imani Taylor, Danielle Godbolt and Te’Arria Rose all hit three point baskets. The Lady Cats are 6-0 in district play and are 20-3 for the season. They are ranked #9 in the state in Class 5A. The Lady Cats travel to Greenville Tuesday night as they begin the second half of district play.
Tuesday Night/Wednesday Morning: Hard Freeze Warning for Hopkins, Delta, Rains, Hunt
A Hard Freeze Warning has been issued for Tuesday night into Wednesday morning for Hopkins, Delta, Rain, and Hunt Counties. Temperatures will fall into the low teens Tuesday evening with some areas dropping into single digits prior to sunrise Wednesday along and north of a line from Eastland to Denton to Emory.
The temperatures could be at or below 10 degrees for three (3) to six (6) six. Uninsulated pipes may burst due to the extreme cold. The cold weather will present extreme danger to pets, plants, livestock, and people.
To prevent freezing of pipes, either wrap exposed pipes or allow faucets to slowly drip. Ensure that irrigations systems are turned off and winterized. Preparations should be made now to protect any plants that are sensitive to these extreme temperatures. Also remember to provide adequate shelter or arrangements for outdoor pets. 
Dinner Bell Menu For January 17, 2018
Dinner Bell Menu for
January 17, 2018
Anonymous
this week’s Community Partner.
Rice Pilaf
Garlic Green Beans
Garden Salad
Yeast Rolls and Butter
Cookie Assortment
Chocolate Pudding with Nut Topping (sugar free selection)
Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church).
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Update: Martin Luther King Day: Hopkins County 27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony Has Been Postponed
Update: The event has been postponed due to the Winter Weather Advisory issued for the area, according to organizer Dr. LaVelle Hendricks. Travel is expected to deteriorate in early evening.
Dr. Ray Keck, President of Texas A & M Commerce, will serve as Master of Ceremony for the 27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony is set for 7 p.m. Monday, January 15, 2018, at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America. We commemorate as well the timeless values he taught us through his example — the values of courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and service that so radiantly defined Dr. King’s character and empowered his leadership. On this holiday, we commemorate the universal, unconditional love, forgiveness and nonviolence that empowered his revolutionary spirit.
Program:
SCRIPTURE: The Honorable B.J. Teer Hopkins County Justice of Peace, Precinct I
PRAYER: Hopkins County Commissioner Wade Bartley, Precinct 3
Presentation of Colors: Hopkins County Military Collation
Pledge of Allegiance Lead by Jatavion Hall
“God Bless America”—Sister Della Robinson
Welcome: W.C. PRYOR “Mayor of Birch Creek”
HOPKINS COUNTY AFRICAN AMERICAN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
MUSICAL SELECTION
DOUGLAS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL MLK EMPHASIS
Shalyn Gotcher, Lucia Esteban, and Maegan Dial
Silvesta Alexander-Teacher
Holly Folmar- Douglas Principal
MUSICALSELECTION
Speaker: Dr. Mark Bryant, Pastor First Baptist Church Sulphur Springs, TX
Offering (Please contribute at least $10.00 or be generous) Make checks payable to HCAALC. Your contributions ensure the continued success for programs of this nature in our community
Presentations:
Dr. LaVelle Hendricks Dr. Harold Nash
CLOSING: “IF I HAD A HAMMER”
2018 HONOREES
Spiritual Angela Sanders
Freedom Award Chris Spivey
Spirit of Loyalty Jennifer Yarbough, Damion Dugan
Spirit of Dependability Barbara Brown
Humanitarian Lisa Debase
Medical Award Dr. Somji Trish
Social Change Kevin Debase
Mother of the Year Joyce Moore
Father of the Year Pastor D.K. Young
Legacy of King Tommy Clayton
Spirit of Service Prince Beachum
Spirit of Fellowship Myder Kelly
Choice of Excellence George Taylor
Special Achievement Award: Merlene Ross, Gilbert and Loletha Roland, Robert Harris, Dewayne Harris, Lester Henley, Charles and Wanda Allen, WC Pryor, Dwight Clayton, Clyde Debase, Rowena Johnson, Willie and Marcie Porter,
King’s Kids Lil 4’s
Youth of the Year Kaylee Jefferson and Didris Dugan
Family of the Year Broderick and Chereasha Hall-Godbolt
Music Clavin Hickerson
Church of the Year True Gospel Ministries
Political Award Mickey Barker
Encouragement Liz Godfrey
Evangelism Award Yvonne Thornton
Faithfulness Bennie Berry
MLK Media Isabel Reyna
Commitment Award Glovinia Johnson
Employer of The Year First Choice and Nanie Day Care
Employees of the Year: Nan Sims-Harris, Kim Johnson
Law Enforcement James “Jay” Sanders
Spirit of Dedication Terry Williams
Pastor of the Year C.J. Duffey
MLK Educators of The Year Superintendent Mike Lamb, Vanessa Abron
MLK Man of the Year Bennie Harris
MLK Woman of the Year Jose Nash
Promise Land Award Bryant Jackson
Leadership Award Judge B.J. Teer
MLK STUDENTS OF THE YEAR (SSISD)
TaRayla Kelley, Kenadie Pruitt. Jensen Jumper. Zion Nelson. Kimberly Negrete. Amerson Boles. Alexia Chavez. Jonathan Alvarez.
MLK TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
Amanda Ridner, Mary Surber, Anna Hicks, Toni Maddox, Amanda Thompson, Brittany Hicks, Robin Steed, Kelly Shutt, Gerald Grafton, Susan Reynolds
MLK HALL OF FAME
Milton Phifer, Jackie Jackson, Tiffany Pryor, Pastor H. B. Nash, Pastor Troy Young, Pastor D.K. Young, Bishop Nelson Gatlin, WC Pryor, Tom Sellers, Roy King, Robert Newsom, Jason Cunningham, Prince Beachum, Yvonne King, Butch Adams, Mike Odell,
Video Presentation: Sheriff’s Posse 30th Anniversary
He became a member of the Hopkins County Sheriff’ Posse and found a love for law enforcement. Now, Sheriff Lewis Tatum wants to return the local posse to activities that were a part of its beginning. The Sheriff addressed the posse at their 30th Anniversary Chile Luncheon and Swearing-in Saturday, January 13th. Ithe warmth of the Sally Port at the Hopkins County Jail, the men and women members of the Sheriff’s posse celebrated the over 30 years of continued service to the county. The Hopkins County posse was organized October 31, 1987, and operates, under the authority of the sheriff and by a set of by-laws, as a support to all law enforcement agencies upon request and approval by the sheriff.
He Sells Marijuana But Was Found in Possession of Meth
Although the driver of the 2016 Dodge Challenger told the Hopkins County Deputy that the brown pills found next to the marijuana in his backpack were vitamins, a field test proved them to be methamphetamine.
When Daniel Peter Chavez, 27, of Dallas failed to signal a turn onto the North Service Road the deputy initiated a traffic stop. The smell of marijuana was emitting from the passenger side window. A probable cause search revealed the marijuana and the pills in the backpack and a firearm in the backseat of the vehicle.
Chavez was read his Miranda Rights and he stated that we wished to speak with an understanding of his rights. He told the deputy that he sells marijuana.
Chavez is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams and with Possession of Marijuana more than 2oz but less than 4 oz.
