The Edge Ends for SSHS Athletes
The Edge conditioning program, which ran for a total of six weeks, ended for this summer Thursday morning. Wildcats Football Coach Greg Owens was busy pouring over attendance figures for The Edge Thursday morning. He said The Edge was good and the kids did great.
Coach Owens admitted it was a weird and longer than usual summer that made it necessary to put a two-week hiatus into The Edge’s schedule between week four and week five. He said he didn’t like the break in The Edge. Coach Owens said the UIL is considering changing their summer rules to provide some flexibility. He said his preference would be to spread out The Edge by making each week only Tuesday through Thursday. Coach Owens said that would give athletes longer weekends during The Edge.
He said the real proof of the pudding for The Edge would be if athletes show up in good shape for the first day of football practice on August 14. Coach Owens said it would be up to players to try to stay in shape on their own with almost two weeks now before the beginning of football practice. He said some athletes became faster and stronger due to their hard work at The Edge this summer.
All 1379 Season Tickets For Wildcat Football Sold
Wildcats’ football season tickets for this season have all been sold as of early Thursday morning (August 3) making it the earliest sell out ever and only the third sell out in history. Season Ticket Week Coordinator Lynette King said the last of the 1379 season tickets was purchased at 8:45 a.m. Thursday.
Season tickets were also sold out in 2009 after the 2008 state championship and in 2010. The first person in line Thursday morning arrived outside the high school at 2:30 a.m. Doors did not open until 8:15 a.m. Ms. King said only 29 season tickets remained for sale Thursday morning. There were a few together in twos and one with three together but Ms. King said most of those left were single seats. She said all this week it was apparent that everyone was excited about the new Prim Stadium, the new season and the chair back seats available to season ticket holders.
The season ticket team will be at the SSHS Media Center Thursday until 5:30 p.m. and again Friday from 8:15 a.m. until noon. Ms. King said they will be putting people’s name on a list if they are interested in season tickets. She said they will be called if some tickets are returned for some reason.
Update: Law Enforcement Settles Standoff Peacefully; Will Provide Assistance in Follow-up
A stand-off involving Sulphur Springs Police, Hopkins County Deputies and an elderly man with a weapon began on South Locust Street Thursday afternoon and concluded a short time later. The one elderly male in a residence was armed and according to a friend that got out of the house was only threatening himself. Police Chief Jay Sanders told KSST News that the event ended peacefully with local law enforcement assuring the man of assistance with specific issues that triggered the event.
The man’s friend had been told to evacuate the residence if he didn’t want to be involved in a stand-off with police, according to law enforcement sources. The friend called 911. The officers were seeking a peaceful end to the engagement.
Four Arrested Wednesday on Various Warrants
August 3, 2017 – Four individuals were arrested on various warrants Wednesday.
Jimmy De Odell, 59, of Pickton is back in jail after a Hopkins County Deputy served an arrest warrant for Stalking. The incident occurred July 31, 2017. He is being held on a $30,000 bond. In July of this year, he was arrested and charged possession of Methamphetamine when he knowingly pulled a trailer which held another individual causing the individual to fall from the trailer.
Cody Blaine Gregg, 30, of Como was arrested on FM 1567E for a July 25, 2017 Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon warrant. Gregg was indicted in August for injury to a child with intent of bodily harm after a one (1) year old child in his custody tested positive for methamphetamine on June 28. After a lengthy investigation by CPS, the case was forwarded to SCU. A felony warrant was issued for Gregg and for the mother of the child who had checked herself into a drug rehabilitation program in Dallas.
Amanda Lanell Shank, 29, of Como was arrested at and transported from the Lockhart Correctional Facility, Lockhart, Texas to Hopkins County Jail. She was arrested for Theft of Property more than $500 but less than $1,500.
Hopkins County Investigators Corley Weatherford and Wade Sheets arrested Haven Lynn Tennison, 18 of Sulphur Springs for Forgery, a state jail felony. The charge is for an event on July 15, 2017 at an address on N. Hillcrest. Sulphur Springs Police transported Tennison to Hopkins County Jail at the request of the investigators.
“Mark Twain” to Appear at Cumby Student Fundraiser on Friday Aug. 4
L.V. Davis was born at Rt. 1, Cumby, and in his later years has settled in a spot not far from where he started out. His acclaimed career as a performer and as an author was influenced by his formal education at Boles Home of Quinlan, Texas. Today, Mr. Davis retains a soft spot in his heart for students who grab opportunities to excel, and for coaches and teachers who place excellence as an option for their pupils. The public is invited to attend his fundraising performance at Cumby ISD Gym on Friday August 4 at 7pm. The $15 admission per person will help establish two Cumby scholarship funds, the “Lee Gifford Prize” for Robotics, and another yet-unnamed award for English, Speech and Writing Excellence. 100% of the proceeds will go into establishing the scholarship funds at Cumby ISD.
In a KSST Morning Show interview, we learned that L.V. Davis was one of 9 children born into a cotton-farming family, and when his mother passed away leaving a houseful of children including two toddlers, his father had to make a hard decision. He decided to place the school-age children at Boles Home and Mr. Davis states that “that is the best thing he ever did for me”. Especially during high school, L.V. benefited from opportunities to travel and perform in annual Boles Home Fundraising Tours across the nation. He and his classmates performed at two World’s Fairs; Seattle in 1962 and New York in 1964 and sang for President John F. Kennedy in 1962. Outside of classroom studies during the school term, these summer tours provided the students a practical education and gave them a mind for business as well. He graduated with a class of 8 students in 1965, went on to college and soon afterward developed a character patterned after author Mark Twain’s famous lecture tours. For over 50 years, he performed across the country and today enjoys sharing his talent for benefits and worthy causes in the local area. Incidentally, he credits Boles Home for producing a quantity of students who have become professors and teachers, medical doctors, authors, successful leaders and others who have bettered the world.
L.V. and Sandra Davis live on a small farm at Cumby and love to travel when they can get away.
Chamber Connection August 3, 2017
I’m so excited about the upcoming 2nd 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, 2015, 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!
Workforce Solutions of N.E. Texas Ribbon Cutting
Workforce Solutions of N.E. Texas has moved to a new facility and will host a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, August 8 at 12:00 noon. Join us at their new location, 1513 Houston Street, to celebrate their new space and all the great work they do in our community!
Sulphur Springs Public Library
The Sulphur Springs Library is hosting the last week of Knights and Princesses Summer Reading Program 2017. Storytime for all ages will be held on Thursday, August 3 at 6 p.m. Friday, August 4 is the last day to turn in Reading Logs for prizes. Tuesday, August 8 at 3 p.m. is multiplayer Minecraft. Everyone take advantage of the last week of the summer reading program activities at the Sulphur Springs Public Library.
CanHelp is hosting their 2017 Back to School Fair on Friday August 4th from 3 to 7 p.m.
CanHelp is hosting their 2017 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). The 2017 Back to School Fair is scheduled for Friday, August 4 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hopkins County Civic Center, 1200 Houston Street in Sulphur Springs. You must register for school supplies in advance. Visit www.canhelponline.org for more details.
H & R Block
H & R Block is offering an income tax course to help you learn how to prepare taxes for personal use or for extra income as a tax professional. Chamber members will receive a discounted rate. Also, a $15.00 coupon is available if you enroll online at HRBLOCK>COM/CLASS, or by telephone at 214-326-9004. Class times and locations are flexible to fit your current job, school, and family schedules.
Reilly Springs Community Center
The Reilly Springs Community Center presents Hanah & Hailee, Country Duo, Saturday, August 19 at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.00 per person, and you will surely get your money’s worth. The Jamboree is held at the Reilly Springs Community Center, 109 CR 1439, in Sulphur Springs. Come and enjoy some real country music!
Texas AgriLife Extension Office
The Texas Agrilife Extension Office has many offerings this month. Check them out!
Course: Pesticide Applicator Certification for Private Applicators. The Texas Department of Agriculture requires users of insecticides and herbicides to obtain and maintain a private applicator license.
Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200-B Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas
Date and Time: August 16, 10:00-2:00
Cost: $25.00, which includes lunch.
RSVP to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at 903-885-3443.
Note: No testing will be conducted on this day. Contact the Texas Department of Agriculture for exam arrangements. Teaching materials and rules and regulations for sale ($40.00) at the Hopkins County Extension Office.
Course: Cooking Well With Diabetes. Attend this series of four fun-filled, interactive classes packed with research-based information and delicious diabetes-friendly recipes.
Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200-B Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas
Dates: Series of 4 classes, September 12, 14, 19 and 24
Times: 1:30 p.m. OR 6:00 p.m. (choice)
Cost: $25, payable at the first session
Call 903-885-3443 to reserve your space or if you need additional information.
Course: Free Marriage Education Workshop. This informative workshop is offered to married couples, engaged couples, and seriously-dating couples. Come and discuss ways to improve communication skills, marriage expectations, conflict resolution, money management, and more!
Location: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200-B Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas
Date and Time: August 26, 2017, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There is no cost, and lunch is provided
Facilitator: Johanna Hicks
RSVP to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at 903-885-3443
Note: Engaged couples who complete this workshop will receive a gift certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license!
Hunt County Regional
Hunt County Regional Hospital is bringing the Tubby Adkisson Memorial Mobile Mammography Coach to town on August 24th, to the Spring Village Shopping Center in Sulphur Springs. Most insurance accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid. They can assist with payment resources for uninsured/income-eligible women or those who choose to pay cash. For help with payment resources, please call The Bridge Breast Network at (214) 821-3820 ext. 21. To schedule individual screening mammograms, please call (903) 408-5010. Appointments and pre-registration are requested.
Shining Star Productions
Shining Star Productions presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, August 11-13, at the SSISD Auditorium.
Tickets are $10.00 in advance and may be purchased at the S. S. Public Library, Alliance Bank, and The Sewing Queens. Tickets will be $12.00 at the door and are required for ages 2 & up. Performances are: Friday, August 11 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, August 13 at 2:00 p.m. There will be a special performance on Saturday, August 12 at 2:00 p.m. featuring the Jr. Cast. Don’t miss this production!
Finally, the Chamber of Commerce would like to wish Emma Woods a Happy 101st Birthday on August 14!
Moore Seeks Commissioner Precinct 2 Post
Edward Moore and his family are proud to announce that Edward Moore, or as most know him as Ed Moore, is running in for the office of Commissioner Precinct 2 in Hopkins County.
My parents are Fulton and Francis Moore of the community of Shiloh on Dog Town Road in Delta County. My parents were life-long residents of Delta County. I moved to Hopkins County after graduation from Cooper High School. I attended ETSU and served in the National Guard. I have worked for Campbell Soup, Rockwell International, been in the dairy business, worked at Jones Livestock Auction, and M&W Feed and Fertilizer. As well as, I worked for Hopkins County Precinct 2 and Precinct 3 in the position of heavy equipment operator, truck driver, and lead man. I worked for the County from 2000 to 2016 and retired after 16 years of service. I am currently raising beef cattle, baling hay, and mowing lawns.
I am married to Barbara Jones Moore and we have been married almost 40 years. She is the daughter of Arnold and Ann Jones of Sulphur Springs and they were life-long residents of Hopkins County. My wife graduated from Sulphur Springs High School. She works for Grocery Supply Company and has been with GSC over 35 years. She is a big support in my life and she also works with me raising cattle, baling hay, and mowing. We have 5 children Steven Moore, Scotty Moore, Stan Moore, Shelia Brown, and April Gammill, who is married to Heath Gammill. We have 5 grandchildren Koby Ivey, who is married to Shelby Harris Ivey, Rawdy Brown, Hannah Moore, Kyle Gammill, and McKenna Gammill. McKenna is a sophomore at Sulphur Springs High School and plays on the Sulphur Springs High School Wildcat Soccer Team. We have 1 great-grand son, Grayson Lane Ivey, he is the son of Koby and Shelby Ivey. Grayson just turned a year old in July. All of our children and grandchildren attended SSISD, except Hannah, who attended Celeste High School. We have been supportive of the Hopkins County Boys Baseball, Hopkins County Girls Softball, FFA programs, SSISD sports, and traveling softball teams and soccer teams. We attend The Way Bible Church Sulphur Springs.
Due to my many opportunities of employment over the years, I have gained a wealth of valuable knowledge and experience in many fields that will assist me in the position of Commissioner. The years I spent working for the county in Precinct #2 and #3 have given me an insight to the day to day operation of the jobs that are required to be performed for building and maintaining the county roads and bridges. I am passionate about my work and dedicated and look forward to continuing a career in Hopkins County by serving as Commissioner of Precinct 2. I have knowledge and working experience to share with the members of the Commissioners Court. I know the roads and many of the residents in Precinct 2 and understand the concerns of the residents that live in the country and drive on the county roads. I am very aware of the challenges that face us to improve our county roads. I live off on County Road # #2466, which is just off of #2321, in Precinct #2. Please note that any statement made is not said in a derogative manner against the current commissioner.
I look forward to serving and representing Precinct #2 as well as all the citizens in Hopkins County. I will work hands on with my crew and we will work diligently to improve and maintain the county roads and bridges. I will not ask any of my employees to do anything that I would not do myself. I will be understanding of all county employee needs and concerns not just my road crew. I understand the need for a good and happy employee. I will uphold all the responsibilities of the position of Commissioner of Precinct 2 and the duties of serving on the Commissioner’s court. I will represent, support, and lend my service to the Sheriff and Fire Departments as well other departments that are represented in our commissioner’s court. As a member of the Commissioners court, we will work together on balancing a budget that is beneficial to all employees and in the best interest to all departments and to all residents of Hopkins County. I will be very involved in the day to day issues any concerns that may arise and we will work to find a resolution that will solve the problem. I will serve and represent all the people the county and Precinct 2 to the best of my ability if I am elected as Commissioner of Precinct 2.
Failure to Appear on Sentencing Date Results in 15 Years Not 10
Justin Pendergraft, 33, of Sumner, Texas pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams and was to be sentenced to 10 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice if he turned himself in on his sentencing date. He had agreed to the terms. However, he did not appear and on Wednesday was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Pendergraft was speeding on South Loop 301 when DPS Trooper King made the traffic stop. King noted that Pendergraft was noticeably shaking even though the temperature on the date of the stop was 68. Trooper King also noted a knife just above Pendergraft’s head in the auto. Pendergraft was invited to step out of the auto and asked if he had anything illegal in the vehicle. With his head down, he replied, “Yes.”
Trooper King found a black pistol between the driver’s seat and console, which he considered within easy grasp of Pendergraft, when in the vehicle, and in the passenger’s seat, he found methamphetamine. It was also found that Pendergraft had been previously convicted of more than one felony.
