Wood County Sheriff’s Report November 29-December 5, 2017
November 29th
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 49 near Hawkins; at approximately 8:25 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
At 9:00 a.m., cows were reported out on FM 2966 near Quitman.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 2921 near Golden; at approximately 9:59 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2460 near Mineola, at approximately 10:08 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2958 near Alba, at approximately 1:10 p.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 81, was found deceased in her residence. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:42 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass that occurred on CR 3879. This case is active.
At 2:50 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3940 near Hawkins.
At 3:23 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2880 near Mineola; at approximately 4:06 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and it appeared to be abandoned.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 4:18 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. Donald Tucker, 47, of Quitman, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family/Household Member Impeding Breath/Circulation.
At 5:36 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1570 near Alba.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 6:13 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2146 near Quitman, at approximately 6:54 p.m., in reference to an open door. Deputies noticed the door to be ajar, but there were no signs of entry or theft.
At 10:38 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 3230 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Mineola, at approximately 11:56 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Austen Walker, 19, of Mineola, was arrested for Criminal Trespassing.
November 30th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1214 near Quitman, at approximately 1:48 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Lauren Clester, 28, was arrested for Assault.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 5:49 a.m., in reference to drug offenses. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4860 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:32 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area and cleared the scene.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 1:47 p.m., in reference to fraud that occurred on CR 2298 near Mineola. Deputies gave the reporting party the information needed and cleared the incident.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1460 near Quitman, at approximately 3:43 p.m., in reference to an open door. Deputies arrived and located the open door and damage inside the residence.
At 3:45 p.m., in cows were reported out on HWY 182 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to Fm 49 near Mineola, at approximately 6:42 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Samuel Albright, 31, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 8:42 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred on CR 1977 near Yantis. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 11:27 p.m., cows were reported out on HWY 154 near Quitman.
December 1st
At 5:00 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 2450 near Mineola.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 11:57 a.m., in reference to a scam that occurred on CR 2983 near Alba. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1503 near Alba, at approximately 1:02 p.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor stole multiple items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2700 near Mineola, at approximately 1:11 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to CR 1687/CR 1681 near Alba; at approximately 3:29 p.m. Clinton Sharp, 42, of Mineola, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Quitman, at approximately 5:21 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Quitman, at approximately 10:43 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious person on Bermuda St. in Quitman; at approximately 10:49 p.m. Deputies located the individual and gave a courtesy transport.
December 2nd
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 2:28 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 4:05 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 2088/FM 312 near Winnsboro.
At 7:00 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 2088 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3400 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:14 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged a window on the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to Main St. in Yantis, at approximately 7:36 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged property and stole money from the reporting party. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3130 near Quitman, at approximately 12:25 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to find the individuals.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:54 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Gregg Roland, 45, of Hawkins, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
Deputies were dispatched to PR 8692 near Winnsboro, at approximately 2:33 p.m., in reference to an incident that occurred. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1550 near Alba, at approximately 2:33 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 4:55 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 3689 near Hawkins.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2210 near Mineola, at approximately 8:07 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Cody McMahon, 28, of Mineola, was arrested for outstanding warrants.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 10:52 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
December 3rd
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 80 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:55 a.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 8:11 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 49 near Hawkins.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 1610 near Alba; at approximately 10:06 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1801 near Mineola, at approximately 11:49 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies went out on arrest/warrant service to CR 4730 near Winnsboro; at approximately 12:10 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 5:45 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2100 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1416 near Quitman, at approximately 7:27 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1795 near Hawkins, at approximately 10:06 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Deputies advised there were no signs of forced entry or damage to the property. The scene was cleared.
At 11:55 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1214 near Quitman.
December 4th
Deputies were dispatched to PR 7631 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:07 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a PlayStation from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 515 near Yantis, at approximately 9:51 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to find the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3740 near Hawkins, at approximately 9:59 a.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole a vehicle from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2225 near Quitman, at approximately 10:31 a.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s oil well site. This case has been forwarded to investigator.
At 10:35 a.m., cows were reported out on HWY 37/FM 69 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 2:48 p.m., in reference to a fraud that occurred on CR 1500 near Alba. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to HWY 154 near Quitman; at approximately 3:37 p.m. Charles Bennett, 66, of Quitman, was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
At 3:49 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Hawkins.
Deputies responded to a reckless driver on HWY 154 near Yantis; at approximately 4:24 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle, spoke with the driver and cleared the incident.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 6:04 p.m., in reference to missing person from HWY 80 near Hawkins. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1895 near Yantis, at approximately 11:13 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the suspicious activity and everything was OK.
December 5th
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Winnsboro, at approximately 4:16 a.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued Criminal Trespass Warnings and cleared the scene.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1600 near Alba, at approximately 6:42 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any suspicious activity.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4854 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:39 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4895 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:19 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3450 near Hawkins, at approximately 1:29 p.m., in reference to an abandoned vehicle. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3440 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:22 p.m., in reference to theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole construction equipment from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 4:17 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3420 near Hawkins, at approximately 7:24 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 7:27 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 1840 near Yantis.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 2153 near Quitman; at approximately 8:58 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Church St. in Yantis; at approximately 10:40 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on Main St. in Quitman; at approximately 11:15 p.m. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Between the dates of November 29th and December 5th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Police Departments, Emergency Medical Services, Wood County Electric Cooperative, Upshur County and Child Protective Services.
Total Jail Count – 138 inmates – 117 males and 21 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.
Ten Wildcats Named to Academic All State Football Team
Wildcat football players named to the Academic All State team include:
Terrell Turman – 1st Team
Logan Caton – 2nd Team
Ryan Humphries – 2nd Team
Noah Johnson – 2nd Team
Jaxon Reneau – 2nd Team
DJ Abron – Honorable Mention
D’Idrec Dugan – Honorable Mention
Calvin Eckert – Honorable Mention
Searn Rodgers – Honorable Mention
Lawrence Worth – Honorable Mention
Arian Jaboneta – Honorable Mention Mgr.
PJC-Sulphur Springs Announces Winner of Class Inspired Christmas Ornament Contest
ORNAMENT WINNERS PJC-Sulphur Springs Center students who wanted to create a “class inspired” Christmas ornament for the campus tree have submitted their creations and winners have been announced. First place went to Carol Wheeler, pictured above with her instructor Cynthia Steward, for her math-inspired ornament, “Math Rules”, an ornament made of rulers. Second place went to Whitney Olivares for her geology inspired ornament. Winning third place was Dee Ann Hoelcher for her biological inspired creation. Nicky Cline’s pharmacology creation won fourth place, and honorable mention went to welding student Travis Caviness. Each winner received a gift card prize.
Local Man Arrested for THC Oil and Marijuana Possession
A Hopkins County Deputy stopped a vehicle for an obscure license plate on FM 2285 Thursday night just before midnight. A strong odor of marijuana began emitting from the vehicle as William Cody Smithers, 22, of Sulphur Springs lowered the window of the vehicle.
The deputy noted a yellow pipe containing a green leafy substance believed to be marijuana sitting near the center console. Smithers told the deputy that a large amount of marijuana was in the backseat of the vehicle. The deputy also located a large amount of paraphernalia and a golden like substance believed to be THC Oil.
Smithers is in Hopkins County jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 less than 1-gram and Possession of Marijuana more than 4oz but less than 5lbs. He is held on bonds totaling $10,000 for the state jail felony.
Hopkins County Grand Jury Indicts 27
A Hopkins County Grand Jury approved 27 indictments during a recent meeting. Two indictments were for Injury Child/Elderly/Disabled with Bodily Injury, one for Aggravated Assault Causes Serious Bodily Injury, one Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle, two Manufacture Delivery of a Controlled Substance and the remainder for drug possession. There were four indictments handed down that are pending arrest. Among those indicted:
Charles Ray Mays was indicted for Injury to Child/Elderly/Disable with Intent Bodily Injury.
Joe Luis Soto, Jr. was indicted for Injury to Child/Elderly/Disable with Intent Bodily Injury.
Michael Raynal Blackmon was indicted for Aggravated Assault Causes Serious Bodily Injury
Cru London Jones was indicted for Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle.
Sandra Lynn Hunter was indicted for two counts of Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram in a Drug Free Zone.
Brandy Dawn Loven was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams.
Ladareeun Vanord Green was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams and for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram.
Makishia M Heard was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams and for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram.
Willis Devin Johnson was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams and for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram.
Marcie Sherri Stovall Dixon was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-grams but less than 4-grams.
Cassandra Joyce Minick was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-grams but less than 4-grams.
Diane Jullie Oglesby was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram in a Drug Free Zone.
Aubri Mikel Orr was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram.
Jose Grardo Rodriguez was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 more than 1-grams but less than 4-grams in a Drug Free Zone.
Montrel Jabbor Roberts was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 less than 1-gram.
Johnny Andrew Cordova was indicted for Possession of Marijuana more than 4oz but less than 5lbs.
Bishop Nelson Gatlin of Mitchell Chapel Aware of Need in Local Community
For the 17th year, Mitchell Chapel Church of God in Christ will host the “Rescue the Perishing” food giveaway for families in need. On Saturday December 9, 2017, a bag of groceries will be given per household to persons who present a utility bill or other proof of local residency. The location is the Fellowship Hall of the church at 402 South Jackson Street from 8am, until all bags have been given.
This is not the sole way that Mitchell Chapel offers assistance with basic needs. A hot meal is served each Thursday from 11am til 1pm, free of charge in the dining room of the Fellowship Hall. This mission has been going on for about seven years, and still serves a vital need in the community.
Additionally, according to Bishop Nelson, pastors of local churches are beginning to organize a Pastor’s Union in an attempt to co-ordinate assistance in the areas of food, emergency utility and rent assistance and other needs as they become aware of them. This is due to an awareness of increasing requests from individuals seeking assistance from churches this year.
The Church of God in Christ is a worldwide organization, with about 6 million members in 80 countries of the world. As one of eighteen Bishops in the Texas Jurisdiction, Gatlin oversees about 45 churches around the Northeast Texas region. Prior to his election as Bishop, he served as an appointed Superintendent for a number of years. Today, along with regional duties, he continues to serve as Pastor of Mitchell Chapel Church of God in Christ in Sulphur Springs which he calls “home”, and invites people of all ages and color to attend regular weekly services on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Lady Cats Win Pool Play at Edwood Tournament
The Lady Cats’ basketball team swept their way through pool play in an Edgewood tournament Thursday (December 7) defeating Kaufman, 69-28 and Quitman, 75-18.
Against Kaufman, the Lady Cats started slowly but still managed to have a 13-11 lead after one quarter. Then the Lady Cats began a trend of putting together a scoring run to open each of the last three quarters. The Lady Cats scored 12 unanswered points to start the second quarter and went on to outscore Kaufman in the quarter 19-6 to take a 32-17 halftime lead. Coming out of half time, the Lady Cats scored 11 unanswered points to start the third quarter. They outscored Kaufman in the third quarter 24-6 and the Lady Cats lead was 56-23 after three quarters. To top things off the Lady Cats also scored the first 8 points in the fourth quarter. Sadavia Porter led the Lady Cats with 22 points. Kaylee Jefferson poured in 19 points including a pair of three-pointers. Autumn Tanton added 13 points. Imani Taylor came off the bench and scored 8 points. Danielle Godbolt and Tareyla Kelley each had 3 points. Godbolt hit a three pointer. Jamia Hall added 1 point. The Lady Cats shot 49% from the field. They also hit 20 of 30 free throws for 67%. Tanton and Kelley each grabbed 6 rebounds. The Lady Cats came up with 25 steals against Kaufman.
Against Quitman, the defensive intensity seemed to increase even more. At one point early in the game, the Lady Cats held only a 6-2 lead and they were having a very hard time hitting their shots. Coach Chapman then told the Lady Cats to put on the press and the game immediately changed. By the end of the first quarter, the Lady Cats led 20-2. The halftime lead was 41-10. After three quarters the Lady Cats were up, 62-12, Porter again led the Lady Cats with 24 points. Taylor had one of her finest games as a Lady Cat with 14 points off the bench including a three pointer. Jefferson and Tanton both scored 12 points. Te’Arria Rose and Godbolt had 5 points each and each of them hit a three point shot. Hall scored 2 and Kelley added 1 point. The intense Lady Cats trapping defense produced a whopping 42 steals. Jefferson grabbed 9 rebounds and Tanton added 6.
The Lady Cats, ranked #12 in the state, improved their season record to 9-2. The Lady Cats now play a quarterfinal game in the tournament Friday at around 10:40 a.m. Games started well ahead of scheduled times on Thursday. The two Lady Cats games began 20 to 30 minutes ahead of schedule, so be advised. The Lady Cats will play the second seed in pool C Friday morning, either Campbell, Tenaha or Scurry-Rosser.
Wildcats Enter Semi-Final at Tourney Friday
The #13 state ranked Wildcats of Sulphur Springs won their opening two games at the Union Grove Chick-fil-A Tournament Thursday (December 7). In pool play Thursday, the Wildcats defeated Class 6A Longview, 65-32. Later they scored an impressive 95-52 win over Wichita Falls. They will play Kountze in a tournament semi-final game Friday at 2:20 p.m.
Against Longview, the Wildcats defense was once again stifling. The Wildcats led 14-5 after one quarter and 29-8 at halftime and allowed the Lobos to score an average of only 8 points per quarter for the entire game. Wildcats Coach Clark Cipoletta said the defense did a great job of getting stops and forcing Longview to take contested shots all evening. He added the offense did a great job of executing against Longview’s zone. Coach Cipoletta said the Wildcats moved the ball around nicely and got a ton of high quality shots that made them really efficient on the offensive end. Godsgift Ezedinma led the Wildcats with 22 points, Michael Jefferson scored 15 points and Keaston Willis had 13 points. Other scorers included Xavier Cork with 4, Jeremiah Roland with 3 and Bryson Lynn, Cameron Kahn and Iverson Wade with 2 points apiece.
Against Wichita Falls, Coach Cipoletta called the win a complete team effort. Willis led the Wildcats with 17 points. Ezedinma scored 16 points. Victor Iwuakor had 13 points. Jefferson added 11 points. Lynn scored 8 points. Dedric Godbolt and Day Day Hall scored 6 points apiece. Roland and Cork had 5 points each. Grayson McClure had 4 points. Kahn, Wade and Ivan Clayton each had 2 points. The Wildcats improved their season record to 11-1.
Agrilife: 2017 Hopkins County Livestock and Forage Education Review
It’s this time of the year when Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services at Hopkins County Extension Office interprets with Hopkins County residents the different activities conducted by their agents and support volunteers. I would like to share with you the specific plan related to Livestock Production today.
2017 Hopkins County Livestock and Forage Education (Tours, Trainings and Field Days)
Developed by Dr. Mario A. Villarino, County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources
Hopkins County, Texas
Relevance: Livestock and forage production is a 3.96 billion dollar industry in the Central Region. Livestock and forage enterprises are affected by climate and market variability. Hopkins County currently has more than 100,000 head of cattle with 27,000 head of dairy cattle. Due to environmental requirements of federal and state authorities, Hopkins Count y dairy operators must maintain environmental requirement s for operation. This plan will collaborate with diary (Dairy Farmers of America, Southwest Dairy Museum) and beef organizations (NETBIO) to determine and conduct educational efforts needed for the successful operation of livestock farms and ranches. Hopkins County livestock and forage producers and related agribusinesses effectively evaluated and adopted research-based technology applications and best management practices for sustainable and profitable livestock management systems presented in this plan. Livestock producers improved their knowledge of production and management systems to improve quality, profitability, and sustainability. This plan had the goal of providing educational experiences to 350 beef / hay producers, 150 private applicators, 60 dairy producers and 60 landowners/ranchers seeking private applicator accreditation.
Response:
- Hay Clinic (with Holt)(4/6/2017-65 participants).
- 4 Private Applicator Trainings (New Applicants)(2/15, 5/17, 8/16, 11/29).
- 2 Result Demonstration (Use of bio-solids in forage/hay production).
- Hopkins County Hay Show (with Professional Ag Workers, 10/5/2017).
- Beef Day NETBIO (10/6/2017)(220 educational session, 160 cooking team members, 2,600 concert attendees).
- 2017 Diary Outreach Training (10/25/2017, 35 participants).
- 2017 Private Applicator CEU (11/1/2017, 93 participants) (Partially supported by NETBIO).
- 3 Newsletters (5/6, 9/15, 11/6) (270 each).
- 12 forage/beef related newspaper articles.
- 4 Program Area Committee Planning Meetings (NETBIO)(Quarterly).
- 8 Taskforce meetings (Beef Day).
- Plan interpretation (Volunteers 11/9, Commissioner’s Court 11/27, and mass media 12/5).
Results: The Beef Program Area Committee (NETBIO) indicated the need of addressing consumer awareness of benefits of the beef industry as a priority for 2017. As a result, a program plan was created to provide forage and beef production (Hay Clinic, Hay Show, Newsletters, Private Applicator Trainings) and consumer awareness (Beef Day) that included a beef production awareness program (hosted at the Hopkins County Court House with 210 participants), a meat quality awareness component (Ribeye cook-off at the square with 160 cooking team members) and a public musical concert (2,600 attendees, 4 major sponsors) by Stoney Larue. The planning committee vision during 2017 was to provide an educational-entertaining model to promote beef, demonstrate attributes of beef as a culinary resource and to indicate the importance of local beef markets in the county economy. A series of evaluations (anecdotal (Facebook), direct interviews and electronic post evaluations) were conducted according to each event.
Impact:
- My first time to this event. Had an awesome time! (Beef Day) (2,115 likes in Facebook).
- The steaks were delicious, friendly people. Everyone did a great job (Beef Day) (Facebook).
- Understanding of laws and regulations was excellent (21%) and good (62.75%) (PAT CEU, 51 participants).
- Understanding of weed management was excellent (54%) and good (40%) (PAT CEU, 51 participants).
- 53% (29/54) of the attendees indicated the information related to weed management of hay was excellent (PAT CEU).
- 63% (45/71) of attendees considered the information related to pollinators was excellent (PAT CEU).
- 37% (20/54) of attendees considered the information related to pond weed control was excellent (PAT CEU).
- 60% (38/63) of the attendees indicated the program overall was excellent (PAT CEU).
- 90% (59/65) of attendees will benefit economically of the learned topics (PAT CEU).
- 93% (59/63) of the attendees considered the information provided by Extension to be good or excellent (PAT CEU).
For more information on this or any other agricultural topic, please contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443 or email me at [email protected].
Mario Villarino DVM, Ph.D.
Hopkins County Extension Agent for Ag and NR
1200B Houston Street
Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482
903-885-3443
