Hopkins County EMS Named Lights of Life Campaign Honorees
Every year, the Lights of Life Campaign Committee selects an individual, couple, group or business that has shown exceptional service, commitment and passion for Hopkins County and specifically for their support of the hospital. That tradition continues with the 2017-2018 Campaign Honorees…Hopkins County EMS
Since August of 1983 Hopkins County EMS has compassionately served the residents of Hopkins County and the surrounding communities. Responding to over 7,000 requests for service annually Hopkins County EMS operates 4 Mobile Intensive Care Units (MICU) in Sulphur Springs along with 2 additional MICU ambulances in our neighboring cities of Cooper and Mount Vernon. With a staff of 33 full-time paramedics, greater than half are critical-care trained which requires additional education to manage high acuity patients and associated critical-care equipment. Hopkins County EMS, a continued leader in emergency medical services in east Texas, has recently expanded services for disaster management. Partnering with Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) by operating one of 13 Ambuses in the state. This commitment is another example of Hopkins County EMS continued dedication to the people they serve.
Hopkins County EMS has previously been awarded Injury Prevention Provider of the Year Award from DSHS. Additionally the American Heart Association has recognized Hopkins County EMS for three consecutive years as a Mission Lifeline Gold Award winner for quality and patient outcomes in chest pain patients. Hopkins County EMS has also been recognized by two regional advisory councils on trauma, Northeast Texas and the Piney Woods for being EMS Provider of the Year and Emergency Response Partner of the Year. Providing the highest quality of emergency prehospital care and the continued dedication of the EMS team has allowed Hopkins County EMS to be a pace setter in the EMS community.
In addition to the countless hours of work the EMS teams performs, they are also extremely involved in community activities. They participate in all aspects of hospital events, Hot August Nights, Stew Contest, Kids Safe Saturday, LEAP, Cotton Festival, Country Festival, rodeos, football games, 911 The Connection, Black Jack Days, Independence Celebration, MADD, United Way, CPR Classes for SSISD, Volunteer Fire Departments & SSPD, Trunk or Treat, Relay for Life, Lights of Life Activities, Parades…plus much more!
Saltillo Man Arrested for Assault with Deadly Weapon
When Hopkins County deputies arrived at a residence on CR 3355 near Saltillo, they found William Alston Moore, 36, highly intoxicated. A series of events led to his arrest for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon-Family Violence-2nd Degree Felony.
Moore had been involved in a disturbance with a friend and threatened to return with a gun. Moore’s wife attempted to stop him from returning to the scene of the disturbance due to him having a gun in his hand. Moore assaulted his wife with his hands and left marks on her arms. Family members were able to get the gun from him. When the deputies arrived at the scene, Moore said he never had a gun. During the investigation, he later got into a verbal argument with family at the scene. According to those present, Moore had only displayed the weapon and never pointed it at anyone.
Moore is in Hopkins County Jail Charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon-Family Violence-2nd Degree Felony and is being held on a $40,000 bond.
Sulphur Springs ISD Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from the Sulphur Springs ISD Middle School visit the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Resident on Plano Street Charged With 10 Counts of Possession of Child Pornography
River James Graham
According to Sheriff Lewis Tatum, two weeks ago, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Investigator Sgt. Corley Weatherford received several complaints from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Weatherford, who heads up the local task force, began investigation that led to the arrest of River James Graham, 21, a resident on Plano Street in Sulphur Springs. Graham has been charged with 10 counts of possession of child pornography.
Thursday morning around 6:30 a.m. Hopkins County Deputies and Investigator Weatherford along with Sulphur Springs Police served a warrant for the arrest of Graham, who is formerly of Plano, Texas. Graham admitted to the possession of the child pornography on his cell phone and other electronic devises.
The future of the cases against Graham now rest in the hands of District Attorney Will Ramsey and Sgt. Weatherford, according to Sheriff Tatum. Tatum said a decision as to whether the case will be tried locally or by at the federal level rests with the DA’s office.
Tatum praised the work of Weatherford for the investigation and the “…solid case…” made in the investigation.
Graham is in Hopkins County Jail held on a $50,000 bond.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Miller Grove News October 20th, 2017
As the leaves begin to change color and mornings becoming more crisp with a coolness hanging in the air, you can definitely say it is fall in east Texas. Grabbing a jacket as I leave for work is something that seems out of place after coming off of the high summer time temperatures in August and September. But I’m not complaining in any way – this weather beats the heat and humidity that we sometimes see up until the end of this month in the Lone Start State.
My garden is beginning to subside with the growing season coming to an end. There are a few more blooms on my okra even thought it is thin and looks like a group of stems coming out of the ground with barely any leaves. I have gathered a few squash that I planted late in hopes to get a few more to fry before a frost nips the leaves back. And, the jalapeno peppers are still plugging along slowly.
I have been absent from writing for a while now. It seems like there has been so much going on that it’s hard to find time to sit down and get all of the MG info typed up. With the time change coming next month I may find more time to write since the nights will be longer and not able do things out side as much, after getting home from work.
Since my last writing Alton Corbet, former Miller Grove resident, has passed away. Alton was a great person. My family has known him and his family for many years. My dad used to feed cows for Alton when he was barely old enough to see over the steering wheel of a truck. The last time I saw Alton was at our cemetery’s memorial day in May. I know his health had been bad for a while but he knew me and talked to me for a few minutes. I was glad that I got to see him that day.
Alton Rae Corbet was born Dec. 2, 1925, in Miller Grove to John Bryant Corbet and Laura Lorena (McRae) Corbet. He passed at the age of 91, on Sept. 21, in Dallas. He had moved to Dallas after graduating and that is where he met and married his wife, Nell, and Dallas was where they raised their family. He and Nell had been married 69 years. He served in both WWII and in Korea. Funeral services took place Sept. 24, at Restland Cemetery in Dallas where interment took place after the services. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, one son, and three grandchildren.
My sincere condolences also go out to the family of Bryan McCreight. His wife, Ginger, has been a teacher at Miller Grove over 20 years and their children (Katelyn & Derek) both graduated from Miller Grove. Mrs. McCreight was my second grade teacher and I have had to privilege of getting to work with her as a faculty member when I was employed at the school. Mr. McCreight passed Sept. 28, in Tyler and was survived by his wife, two children, his father, and one sister.
I’m proud to report that the elementary school now has a new concrete parking lot. The crews poured the concrete a week or two ago and things are looking very good. There are still a few things to finish up on it but I know teachers and parents alike will enjoy having a nice place to park and walk into the building.
I have recently returned from a trip to Tennessee where I saw some of the great Smoky Mountains. It was an incredibly long trip for my cousin Nathan and myself. We drove 13 hours one day. From the eastern side of Tennessee near the Smoky Mountains we traveled back, westward, to Nashville. On our stop there we went to the Grand Ole Opry and was privileged to get to meet Vince Gill back stage. He was incredibly nice and very down-to-earth. He was telling us stories about Roy Acuff while waiting to take the stage again that night. It was a good but tiring trip and I am glad to be back home.
One upcoming event that we all need to remember is the annual Miller Grove School Fall Carnival. This year the carnival will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26, in front of the new gym. We have had the booths set up there for the last couple of years and things have seemed to turn out good. We will have the normal stew and chili, carnival booths, and BINGO to finish out the night.
MG’s PTO is also selling Cow Pie BINGO tickets as they have for the last few years. They are also selling chances for a Yeti cooler. Please contact a PTO member or the school for more details. Also, if you have Internet access go to the Miller Grove PTO Facebook page to find out about things the PTO is involved in. They are a great organization that helps raise money for use in the school system, in particular, for things that are not budgeted for but may be needed in classrooms or around the campus. One year the PTO bought TV’s for each of the elementary classes. Another year they raised enough money to buy new playground equipment. And, if you want to help out they are always looking for volunteers.
As you travel the highways and byways don’t forget that all roads lead back home and back to Miller Grove. Please send me any newsworthy information. My email address is [email protected].
Detroit Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Detroit visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Como Pickton Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Como Pickton Middle School visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
Saltillo Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from Saltillo visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017. 
Saltillo Students Visit LEAP Youth Career Expo
Students from visited the 3rd annual Career Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center Friday October 20th, 2017.
“Main Street Uncorked” Wine and Music Fundraiser Benefits Veterans Memorial
One of the event co-coordinators for the first-ever “Main Street Uncorked” benefit tasting event is Jeanna Smith Penny. Along with Phil and Vanessa Williams, owners of Phinesse Farms Winery in downtown Sulphur Springs, Jeanna invited numerous wineries from across the NE Texas region and 14 accepted their invitation to the give-back event.That means for your $20 ticket, you may sample ten different Texas wines from the wineries of your choice as you stroll the 200 block of Main Street on Saturday afternoon. All types of Texas wines will be available from vintners located in Pittsburg, Yantis, Winnsboro, Greenville, McKinney and beyond. Once you discover your favorites, you can purchase wine by the glass or by the bottle to enjoy at a table or to take home. A “People’s Choice” award will be given based on voting by tasters. Live music will be provided by The Jonathans, the Birthright Blues Project and the Jason Walden Band. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy a snack or dinner at the numerous downtown eateries.
Main Street Uncorked will be held on Saturday October 21, 2017 from 2pm until 7pm in the vehicle-restricted 200 block of Main Street. A portion of your $20 admission will be donated to the Hopkins County Veterans Memorial to be used for expenses such as the addition of Veterans names and year-round maintenance and upkeep of the Memorial.
A limited supply of advance tickets is available at a cost of $30 for 20 tastings. You can find out about this special offer by searching Main Street Uncorked on Facebook.
