Tira News June 30, 2017
Mick and Linda Petty, Rick and Judy Petty, and Ken and Suzi Chapman traveled last week to Lake Tahoe, California and spent 3 days there, and then one day in Reno, Nevada. Activities included zip lining for the guys, a visit to the Donner Memorial State Park and Museum, sightseeing, a visit to Virginia City and some gambling. Linda said they all had a great time and saw some really beautiful country.
Regina Payton shared this report. “This week a large bulldog wandered onto mom’s porch and made himself at home. She didn’t feel comfortable going outside, so I encouraged her to call Mark Hixon. He is well acquainted with dog rescue and all of the local animal rescue groups. It was late by the time Mark came over, but when he drove up, the dog ran to him – responded well to a male. He took it home, got on the web and put word out about the dog. That same evening, now almost midnight, a couple called, described the dog who had been missing almost two weeks. Anyway, it was a late night/early morning reunion, and a happy ending for everyone.”
Kim and Lee Beck spent the weekend in San Antonio visiting son, Jackson and his wife Courtney. While stopping for breakfast in Georgetown on Friday morning, they ran right into Chet Garner, the host of The Daytripper! He has been to Sulphur Springs and filmed the square and surrounding area. Kim says, “The Daytripper comes on KERA and is worth the watch for your favorite Texas small towns” and I agree with Kim. I record the show to watch when I have the time.
Landon and Laiken Joslin took Dixie back to Kountze on Saturday, and then spent the night at Piney Shores Resort on Lake Conroe. On Sunday, they enjoyed a trip to the Cherokee Trace Drive-Thru Safari in Jacksonville, before returning home. Tiffany Vaughn kept the boys, Rylan, Brailon, and Slaiden, while their parents had their weekend getaway.
Grace and Linda Ellen Vaughn and Tiffany and the kids joined us for lunch on Sunday.
Don’t forget about the Tira Homecoming this Sunday at the Tira Methodist Church and cemetery grounds. Bring a covered dish and spend some time visiting and sharing memories.
I always need and appreciate input from my friends to help keep me informed of news in our community. If you have any news pertaining to Tira residents, past or present, please contact me, Jan Vaughn, at 903-945-2190 or 903-438-6688 or [email protected].
Indictments Handed Down Wednesday, June 28, 2017
A Hopkins County Grand Jury handed down 47 indictments during their June session Wednesday, June 28, 2017. A variety of charges were involved including Aggravated Assault, Tamper Fabricate Evidence, Theft of a Firearm, Burglary of a Habitation, and others. Several arrests are pending but the indictments for those previously arrested include:
Paige Spencer Whitworth was indicted for Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with a Weapon. The charge is a first degree felony. A woman in Florida called a Hopkins County resident regarding someone who lived in her rent house locally. The renter, according to the property owner was being harmed by the renter’s boyfriend. The local resident called Hopkins County Sheriff’s office. While in route to the address, it was found that the female renter was being threatened by Paige Spencer Whitworth, 48, of Pickton. Whitworth apparently had possession of a gun while in the disturbance. When officers arrived the victim was hesitant to speak with officers and not very cooperative concerning the events according to the officer’s report. As officers continued to investigate, Whitworth was loud and verbally abusive and non-cooperative with officers. The officers separated the two to continue the investigation. It was found that Whitworth and the victim had gotten into an argument at which point the victim locked Whitworth out of the house due to possible harm. Whitworth then produced a small handgun and began banging and beating on the door and walls with it. The victim had recorded the events audio on her cellphone.
Roddric Katrell Dill, 23, was indicted for three counts of Forgery Financial Instrument. He was westbound on I-30 when he met Sgt. Harry Washington and Deputy Adrian Pruitt, who were working interdiction Monday. Dill was found to be in possession of a firearm. However, as a felon, that was unlawful. Upon further investigation, it was found that Dill had over $5,000 in counterfeit bills taped to his upper body.
Ronny Travis Moreland was indicted for stalking.
Andrew Angel Garcia, 23, was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram. Sulphur Springs Police were dispatched to the Irwin Lane/Hines Drive area Tuesday morning in reference to a subject stalking a female at Walmart. Garcia, 23, of Sulphur Springs was said to be hiding behind a truck when officers arrived. As officers searched the area, a homeowner called 911 to advise that the subject, Garcia, came in the back door of their home and ran through the house. Officers found Garcia lying on the ground in front of the house. He was arrested and transported to Hopkins County Jail. During book-in, he stated that he had a black satchel. The satchel was found behind the house at the corner of Irwin and Hines. A name tag “Andy” from a fast food establishment was on the strap of the satchel. Inside the satchel were found two small clear plastic baggies containing a clear crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine.
Brandon Braswell
Brandon Braswell, 30m was indicted for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon, Theft of a Firearm and for Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair. A traffic stop at the 112 mile marker by Cumby Police at 1:22 a.m. Tuesday morning led to the arrest of Braswell, 30, Memphis, Tennesee, Shantoine Derenzo Powell, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and Cordero K Ragland, 25, of Memphis, TN. The odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle led to a probable cause search and the discovery of a stolen firearm in the passenger front seat pouch near the backseat. All three were taken to Hopkins County Jail and charged with Unlawful Possession of a firearm. At the jail Braswelll placed something in his mouth. When asked to open his mouth, a green leafy substance was noted. He was ordered to spit it out. The substance was found to be marijuana. Braswell was able to Tamper/Fabricate Evidence. As a felon, he was also charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Powell was charged with Theft of a Firearm. Ragland was charged with Theft of a Firearm and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon.
Shantoine Derenzo Powell, 2017
Shantoine Defenzo Powell was indicted for Theft of a Firearm.
RAGLAND, CORDERO 2017
Cordero K Ragland was indicted for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon and Theft of a Firearm.
Christorpher Lee Skeen was indicted for Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair.
Scott Allen Taylor was indicted for Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or more.
Charles James Williams was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram in a Drug Free Zone.
Kala Janae George was indicted for Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence. Special Crimes Unit conducted an investigation involving a 3-year old child that tested positive for methamphetamine. The mother also tested positive for meth with a high level of meth in her system. SCU secured a warrant for the arrest of George, 25, of Pickton.
Robert Charles Mathews was indicted for Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair. A bag of marijuana and digital scales with methamphetamine residue was not all Mathews, 33, of Winnsboro had in his possession when stopped by a Hopkins County deputy on FM 3019 at CR 2396. Mathews was nervous when stopped and was told to exit the vehicle. A pat down followed for the safety of the officer. When the contraband was found in the vehicle following consent to search, Mathews said he had nothing else in his possession. However, at the jail book-in, a baggie of meth was found in his shoe.
Quentin Ty Adis Latham was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3 more than or equal to 28-grams but less than 200-grams and for Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair. Walking on the wrong side of the road is dangerous and especially if you have contraband on your person. Latham, 17, of Sulphur Springs was stopped by Sulphur Springs Police. He did possess contraband. He was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 3, more than 28-grams but less than 200-grams in a Drug Free Zone. He also was charged with less than 2oz of marijuana. He is in Hopkins County Jail being held on $17,000 in bonds.
Tuwun D. Fleming was indicted for Theft of Firearm.
Glenn Anthony Epps, 37, was indicted for Manufacture Delivery Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 1-gram but less than 4-grams. His first arrest occurred on November 23 at his residence. During the search at that time by the Special Crimes Unit, a rectangular mirror containing a quantity of suspected crack cocaine weighing over 1-gram was in plain sight on top of the inside AC unit. Another clear bag containing over 1-gram of suspected crack cocaine was observed on the end table next to the bed. The Epps’ residence was within 1000 feet of a daycare center, a drug free zone, enhancing the charges. Several more arrests for similar charges were made in December.
Calvin Jerome Davis, Jr. was indicted for Theft of Firearm and Tamper/Fabricate Evidence with Intent to Impair. Hopkins County Interdiction officer Harry Washington and Criminal Investigator Corley Weatherford made contact with Davis, 29, of Killeen Wednesday. Davis was wanted for possession of marijuana in Killeen but had in his possession a stolen firearm which he tried to hide from the officers. He had also tried to hide his identity with false identifying information. Davis attempted to hide the stolen firearm in the back of the patrol vehicle when arrested on the Killeen warrant. Also in a bag he was carrying were numerous bottles of Promethazine Hydrochloride along with his Texas driver’s license and Social Security card.
Darin Lee Gibson was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram. A hollowed bolt with the nut serving a cap did not feel the proper weight when the DPS Trooper found it in the center console of a vehicle he stopped on State Highway 11 in Hopkins County. Inside the hollowed bolt was a yellow plastic baggie containing methamphetamine. The trooper inventoried the Chevrolet Suburban after noting the invalid driver’s license of the driver and gaining consent to search the vehicle.
Issac Tyrell Dotson was indicted for Theft of Property more than $2,500 but less than $30,000. The 32-year old Como man was charged with Theft of Property over $2500 to $30,000 after he was found in possession of a Mule ATV reported stolen Monday. Cpl Todd Evans and Investigator Dennis Findley found the property on County Road 560, Winnsboro behind the house in which Dotson was living. Dotson admitted taking the property and that he did not have permission to do so. He said he was planning to surprise the owner of the ATV by fixing the motor. Dotson did have the phone number to the owner of the ATV and lived on the owner’s property.
Terri Annette Douglas was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram. Hopkins County Deputies initiated a traffic stop in the Como Pickton School Zone around 8:33 p.m. Tuesday. During the stop, Douglas, 32, of Longview showed signs of nervousness. She admitted to having a marijuana joint in a cigarette package. With consent a search of the vehicle revealed additional contraband. At Hopkins County jail in the dress out room, a clear baggie containing a crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine was found. The substance was tested and proved positive for meth.
Dayton Wallace Hargett was indicted for Burglary of a Habitation. Hopkins County Investigator Wade Sheets said the arrest of Hargett, 29, of Hughes Springs finalized the arrests for the burglary of Weaver Baptist Church and a residence on CR 3600. Three individuals were arrested and Hargett fled the scene of the arrest. The group had pushed open a set of double doors to gain access to the church according to the findings of Hopkins County Deputies Kelly Wiser and Todd Evans, who responded to the call of a possible burglary of the church building. Deputies were told of an address on County Road 3531, the location of a possible suspect. Under Miranda, the suspect admitted to making entry inside the church. The individuals admitted taking the property when deputies told the four that they would finger print a red cup found on the church porch. Property taken in the church burglary and another recent burglary were discovered inside the residence on the county road.
Penny Deeann Conger-Prince was indicted for Organized Criminal Activity. Three individuals were arrested and charged with Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity when they were apprehended at Weaver Baptist Church during a break-in Thursday afternoon. A fourth individual fled the scene but Hopkins County Deputies have his identifying information. The group pushed open a set of double doors to gain access to the church according to the findings of Hopkins County Deputies Kelly Wiser and Todd Evans, who responded to the call of a possible burglary of the church building. Deputies were told of an address on County Road 3531, the location of a possible suspect. Under Miranda, the suspect admitted to making entry inside the church. The individuals admitted taking the property when deputies told the four that they would finger print a red cup found on the church porch. Property taken in the church burglary and another recent burglary were discovered inside the residence on the county road. The attempted burglary was found as members of Weaver Church began preparing to host a dinner for pastors in the Rehoboth Baptist Association that took place Thursday night at 6 p.m. Among items taken was the briquette and tea that had been prepared for the dinner.
Lauren Serene Maxwell was indicted for engaging in Organized Criminal Activity (Felony 3). See story above.
Ryan Albert Shores was indicted for Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity (Felony 3). See story above.
Kathie Jane Stroney was indicted for Burglary of a Habitation.
Jason Jarrett was indicted for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 less than 1-gram. Jarrett, 17 of Clarksville was arrested for possession of heroin following a traffic stop Tuesday. Jarrett had the heroin in the watch pocket of his jeans.
John Christian Keaveny was indicted for Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More.
Joe Lee Cathey was indicted for Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with a Weapon.
Don Cornelius Aubrey was indicted for Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair.
Damian Cunning was indicted for Bribery and for Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair. A $20 bill in his billfold just added to his problems when Cunning, 22, of Arkansas offered the bill to a Hopkins County Deputy in exchange for not charging him with several offenses committed. Cunning was a passenger in an auto stopped at the 132-mile marker on I-30 Eastbound. The driver of the auto had called 911 when she became afraid of Cunning. When the deputy arrived, the driver stated that Cunning had hit her multiple times at their hotel and also while traveling the roadway in Greenville. She had stopped the auto out of fear. She also told the officer that Cunning had thrown a “joint” into the ditch prior to the arrival of the officer. A field sobriety test showed Cunning to be intoxicated and a danger to himself and others. On the way to jail, the deputy noted Cunning reaching into his pants and putting something in his mouth. Told to spit out what he had placed in his mouth, Cunning spit out a key. A little later on the way to jail, the deputy notice Cunning again putting something in his mouth, this time it was a plastic baggie of suspected marijuana. Reminding Cunning of the charges against him, Cunning then offered the officer the $20 bribe. When Cunning was placed in jail and the officer returned to his patrol vehicle, another baggie of suspected marijuana was found in the patrol vehicle back seat.
Civic Center Issues Statement Regarding Tuesday’s Trustee Escape
On Tuesday, June 27th, around 8:00 a.m., a trustee escaped the custody of Civic Center staff in a premeditated and planned escape. Thanks to efforts of local and state law enforcement agencies, the inmate was apprehended less than twelve hours later and is back in custody. Through various social media outlets, some members of our community have expressed concern and dissatisfaction with our county’s trustee program. As the department manager directly responsible for the incident that occurred yesterday, I’d like to take an opportunity to address those concerns and replace speculation with fact.
Since the escape is still under investigation, I cannot address the specific plan that the inmate carried out. What I can tell you is that somehow, this inmate planned this attempt and arranged to have a vehicle pick him up while he was on work detail here at the Civic Center. He didn’t escape our staff’s attention. He was granted permission to take a bathroom break and on his way to the restroom, he simply ran out a side door to a waiting vehicle. He wasn’t out of sight for more than five minutes. If we’re being honest, we know that he probably would have gotten into the vehicle whether or not our staff watched him or not. He was intent on carrying out his plan.
The inmate in question had been on the Civic Center staff for nearly two months and quite frankly was a good, hard worker. Given his age, his non-violent offender status, the fact that he and my staff were working together in the same building and his reputation working with our staff full time for many weeks, our staff allowed him to go to the restroom without immediate supervision. The staff member that allowed him to go to the restroom without supervision will be disciplined and the inmate is now back in custody and I have every confidence that he will pay the high price for his escape.
This incident is not a reflection of our sheriff, Lewis Tatum. This is not a poor reflection of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s department and their staff. This is also not a poor reflection on the Hopkins County trustee program. It is simply an unfortunate incident that occurred with my staff, under my supervision, and will be handled appropriately.
The fact is that our county departments and our partners rely heavily on our trustees. The trustee program is a positive, two way relationship. First, our trustees are men and women that are being detained for crimes that they committed and while they are serving their sentence are afforded the opportunity to take an active, hands-on role in serving the community they might have hurt with their offense. They also receive valuable on-the-job training in areas that they might have otherwise not been exposed. They are learning the value of a good, hard day’s work. These offenders are also receiving positive role modeling from the jailors that supervise them. I’m confident that any of these jailors can attest to the positive changes they’ve seen come about in the lives of some of the trustees that they have supervised. This program is a part of an offender’s rehabilitation. This program is a testament to the belief that a person that has made poor choices and broken the law can be lawfully punished and at the same time can be given a chance and an opportunity to make positive changes in their life.
Secondly, the trustee program is a positive benefit to our county residents. At the Civic Center alone, our trustee crew saves Hopkins County taxpayers no less than $127,000 per year in salaries and benefits. These inmates do the work that is crucial to keep our facility a premiere facility in the state and brings in tens of millions of dollars annually to our community through visitors and tourism. The inmate crews saved Sulphur Springs Independent School District money by acting as the demolition crews that help pave the way for a brand new auditorium, football field, baseball field, and parking lots for events like the Hopkins County Stew Contest. Inmate crews keep the courthouse looking magnificent and in working order. Inmate crews raise animals and tend a farm that saves money for the Sheriff’s department. Inmates set up stages and set out chairs for events all over the city in an effort to make sure that Sulphur Springs is the Celebration City! Their hard work will be on display this weekend as they build the stage, set up and clean up after a concert and fireworks show that benefits our whole community.
Friends, please don’t let all the good that comes from the county trustee program be dismissed because of one non-violent offender that got away from my department. As the person ultimately responsible for the incident, I am giving you my apology and hope for your forgiveness. Let’s not let one bad apple ruin the bunch. Let’s not dismiss all the hard work that these men and women do for our community. Finally, let’s not deprive them of the chance to be rehabilitated and become positive contributors to society in the future.
I’m happy to answer any questions or concerns that don’t interfere with this particular incident investigation.
Blessings,
Adam Teer,
General Manager
Hopkins County Regional Civic Center
SSISD Board Approves Personnel Changes in Special Session
A special meeting of the Sulphur Springs ISD school board was held on Thursday, June 29, 2017.
PERSONNEL
Resignations
Jennifer Harrington Head Start 3 Teacher ECLC
Tammi Humphries Kindergarten Teacher ECLC
LaWanda Losey Grade 2 Teacher Travis
Taryn Dungan Technology Aide SS Elementary
Gregory Reed Grade 4 Teacher SS Elementary
Colby Smith ELAR Teacher Middle School
Kyle Smith Social Studies Teacher Middle School
David Stribling Math Teacher High School
New Personnel
Aimee Blackburn Kindergarten Teacher ECLC
Maria Chavarria SpEd Aide ECLC
Kelsey Kraemer Kindergarten Teacher ECLC
Kimberly Earhart Behavior Specialist Bowie
Tiffany Anderson Grade 4 Teacher SS Elementary
Jacie Reger Grade 3 Teacher SS Elementary
Jamie Rhoades Grade 3 Teacher SS Elementary
Angie Evans Grade 5 Teacher Douglas
Elizabeth Bialecki Head Band Director Middle School
Mandi Denton SpEd Teacher Middle School
Stormy Edge SpEd Aide Middle School
Rothman Tafel Asst. Band Director Middle School
Theresa Anderson Strings Teacher Middle School & High School
Joshua Peugh Math Teacher High School
Personnel Change New Position/Campus Former Position/Campus
Meghan Alcorn Instructional Tech. Spec/ Grade 5/Douglas
Carissa Williams Behavior Intervention Spec./Bowie SpEd Aide/Douglas
3 Summer Quick Trips
By Savannah Owens
Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean you have time to take a long and expensive vacation. Stay-cations can be fun-until you run into your neighbors at the grocery store and get talked into helping them with yard work…The perfect solution?A weekend road-trip!
Idea #1
Leave on Friday around 10:00 am, and head to Waco, its about a 3 hour drive-stop by the Dr. Pepper Museum and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum before stopping by the famous spots from the T.V. Show “Fixer Upper”: Magnolias and the Silos Baking company, for some sweet treats before heading back on the road.
Fredericksburg is approx. 3 hours away from Waco. They also have a lot of hotels, and places to stay, click here for some great deals. Then Saturday morning, check out Main Street, and be sure to pick up some of the best fudge you’ve ever tasted from Fredericksburg Fudge shop! 
There are lots of historical sites to check out such as: The National Museum of the Pacific War and the Admiral Nimitz Museum open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and the Pioneer Museum open from 10:00 am till 5:00 pm. 
After you’ve seen all of the exciting things in Fredericksburg drive one more hour to San Antonio,where you can stop for a good hamburger and onion rings at The Longhorn Cafe. 
After dinner take a quick tour of the Alamo before turning in for the night. San Antonio has a bunch of parks and museums to stop by, but make sure you check out the River Walk before heading home.
Idea #2
Take a day trip to Fort Worth, which is about a 2 hour drive.
Visit the Stockyards, the Amon Carter Art Museum, The Kimbell Art Museum, The Water Gardens and Sundance Square. No trip to Fort Worth is ever complete without stopping for lunch or dinner at Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant! The fajitas and tortilla soup are am amazing!
Idea #3
Wanting to get out of Texas entirely? Take the 2 and a half hour drive to Shreveport Louisiana. The Shreveport Water Works Museum, R. W. Norton Art Gallery, and Gardens of the American Rose Center are all places you won’t want to miss!
Hopefully with these quick vacation ideas, you will get to travel and have fun- without worrying about taking vacation days.
7-on-7 Benefits Players and Coaches
As the Wildcats’ football offensive coordinator, Matt Young finds a lot to like about 7 on 7. The Wildcats played fourteen games during May and June. Coach Young says the players develop camaraderie. He says when its’ 120 degrees on the turf, players that go through that together can’t help but get closer. Coach Young says Wildcats players learn how to communicate.
He says unlike other teams that use dads or former players as 7 on 7 coaches, the Wildcats players are on their own. They coach themselves. Coach Young says it makes the players communicate to find answers. He says they have to talk to make adjustments. Coach Young says 7 o 7 is beneficial because of the sheer number of reps players experience. He says there is no telling how many throws Cason Goodson caught out of the backfield while being contested. Coach Young says that can’t be simulated. He says that also goes for receivers such as Simeon Taylor or Landry Tyson. Coach Young adds quarterbacks Ryan Humphries and D’Corian Young made a lot of throws while reading defenses. He says they got more reps by far the past two weekends at state qualifier tournaments than they will during the entire summer.
Coach Young says 7 on 7 is invaluable for players getting confidence in a play or coaches getting confidence in a player. He says players pick up little things that help them better understand football. Coach Young also sees benefits for defenders. He says there is no telling how many times cornerback Conner Burgin batted down the ball on go routes as offenses were picking on him. Coach Young says Burgin has developed confidence that will serve him well this fall. Coach Young also cited defensive back Cor’Tavius Pruitt, who moved to defensive back this spring after playing receiver last year, and who gained confidence during the 7 on 7 season.
Oklahoma Man Arrested for Meth Near Cumby
Blake E. Radke, 38, of Broken Bow, Oklahoma was driving a Kia at 61 mph in a 75 mph zone. He was traveling I-30 in the left hand lane at that speed without passing another vehicle or making a left turn. When stopped by the Cumby Police officer, it was noted that Radke had a glass pipe commonly used to smoke marijuana.
Blake E. Radke
Radke was asked if anything illegal was in the vehicle and Radke handed the officer the pipe. Asked about other illegal items and Radke said no. A records check showed Radke to have multiple arrests for drugs and theft. A probable cause search located a black zipper glasses case behind the center console in the rear seat on top of some tools. The case contained another glass pipe commonly used to smoke methamphetamine and a small clear plastic bag with a crystal like substance that tested to be methamphetamine.
Radke is in Hopkins county jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than 4-grams but less than 200-grams. He is held on a $20,000 bond.
Juarez Man Arrested for Possession of Large Quantity of Meth
Marco Antonio Favela-Puga, 19, of Juarez, Mexico met Sgt. Harry Washington and Deputy Pruit of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department Interdiction Team Thursday evening around 7:30 p.m. In the encounter Sgt. Washington asked for and was granted permission to search the young man’s bags.
Three clear vacuumed sealed bags contained a white crystal like substance. Favela-Puga admitted the substance was his. The substance tested positive to be methamphetamine.
He is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 more than or equal to 400 grams.
Chamber Connection June 29, 2017
Have you seen the beautiful Sulphur Springs montage prints that have begun circulating Hopkins County? An artist has depicted Sulphur Springs with businesses, events, and history by creating a huge montage drawing. They are the neatest things! I keep getting lost in them each time seeing something that I have not seen before. If you would like to see one or purchase one, stop by the Chamber! We have them for sale for $10 each.
Summit Dental is welcoming a new Dentist to their office
Summit Dental, located at 422 Oak Avenue, is welcoming a new dentist to their office! Dr. James Ki Lee was born in Seoul, South Korea and came to the United States at the age of three. After moving around locations such as Iowa, Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas, Dr. Lee considers Longview, Texas to be his hometown, where he graduated high school in Trinity School of Texas in 2006. After earning an undergraduate degree from Austin College in 2010, he entered dental school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where he received his degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery. He is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and Christian Medical and Dental Association. Dr. Lee has served on various community events such as Texas Mission of Mercy and has also been involved in mission trips in countries such as Dominican Republic, Thailand, and Burma. He has recently joined Summit Dental in Sulphur Springs with the purpose of sharing his passion for dentistry with his patients and providing them with the highest quality dental care.
Sulphur Springs Public Library presents their Summer Reading Program for June and July
The Sulphur Springs Library is hosting a summer reading program called Knights and Princesses Summer Reading Program 2017. Every Tuesday at 3 p.m., they offer multiplayer Minecraft. Storytime for all ages will be held on Tuesday, July 11, Tuesday, July 18th, and Tuesday, July 25th at 10:30 a.m. They will also have Storytime for the ages on Thursday, July 6th, and Thursday, July 20th at 6 p.m.
Tully Insurance is hosting a Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, June 30th at noon
Make sure you go by Tully Insurance on Friday, June 30th, at noon, to congratulate the Tully’s on their Grand Re-Opening! They will have prizes and refreshments! Tully Insurance is located at 109 Jefferson Street in Sulphur Springs.
26th Anniversary of the Independence Day Celebration on Celebration Plaza slated for Saturday, July 1st
Mark your calendars for a stunning and memorable night of a free concert and fireworks presented by the Sulphur Springs Symphony League. The concert begins at 8:00 p.m. with fireworks to immediately follow. It is an event that should not be missed. Bring your families, your lawn chairs, or your picnic blankets and enjoy the sights and sounds of Independence Day in Hopkins County.
Trinity Harvest is hosting a Gospel Singing Fundraiser on July 7th
Trinity Harvest, located at 1150 Shannon Road E in Sulphur Springs, is hosting a Gospel Singing Fundraiser. They will start the evening with BBQ for $5 per person at 6 p.m. The Gospel Singing portion of the night will begin at 7 p.m., and entrance is by donation. Featured on this night are: Dustin May, The Hines Family, Laurenda Yoder. There will also be a silent auction from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Please make plans to enjoy this wonderful night!
ECHO Publishing is getting ready for their Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday, July 12th at noon
ECHO Publishing is hosting their Grand Re-Opening Celebration on Wednesday, July 12th at noon. ECHO is located at 401 on Church Street. Come on by and check out remodeling of ECHO and eat some wonderful BBQ. See you there!
Etiquette by Emily is hosting a Business Etiquette Breakdown on Tuesday, July 25th
Etiquette by Emily is hosting Business Etiquette Breakdown on Tuesday, July 25th from 5:15 until 6:15 at The Oaks Bed & Breakfast. Chamber members and their employees receive “before” cost of $5 per person and “at the door” cost of $8. Non-Chamber of Commerce members’ cost will be $7 before and $10 the day of the event! This course will help you become more comfortable and confident in a business atmosphere with resume building, learning introductions and practical application with key community business leaders! Reserve your spot today by calling (903) 243-6222.
Ribbon Cuttings:
Taco Bueno hosted their Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, June 27th at noon
Taco Bueno hosted their Ribbon Cutting Celebration and Grand Opening on Tuesday, June 27th at noon. Everyone enjoyed seeing the new building, located at 1324 S. Broadway Street in Sulphur Springs, and sampling their current menu. They are now open and ready for business.
The Alcove2 hosted their Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Wednesday, June 28th at 11:30 a.m.
The Alcove2, located at 101 Gilmer N. in Sulphur Springs, hosted their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Wednesday, June 28th at 11:30 a.m. The Alcove2 is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Hopkins House hosted a Grand Opening for their Massage Spa on Monday, June 26th at 1 p.m.
Hopkins House hosted a ribbon cutting celebration and Grand Opening for their Massage Spa for residents and community. Carmen Kelley will be at THE SPA at Hopkins Place each month offering Therapeutic Massage to the residents and to the community. She has trained in multiple natural health modalities such as: Diet & Nutrition, Clinical Aromatherapy, Body Systems, Reflexology, and various Massage Therapy Techniques.
New members:
We are excited to welcome our new members to the Chamber of Commerce! Welcome Sulphur Springs Christian Preschool, Cumby Food Pantry, Taco Bueno, and Texas Art & Frame. We are thankful to have you!
Have a wonderful weekend!!
