Coach’s Show: Wildcats Coach Owens Reviews Friday Night
Was the glass half empty or half full for the Wildcats Saturday morning after the Wildcats 18-13 win over Avalon of Maryland Friday night at the renovated Prim Stadium? It depends if you were talking to an offensive or defensive coach. On KSST and Channel 18 TV’s Saturday Morning Coach’s Show, Wildcats Football Coach Greg Owens said both defensive units were outstanding Friday night.
He added it was the best the Wildcats have played as a unit in a long time. Coach Owens said a lot of it was effort. He gave special credit to defensive linemen D’Idre Dugan, Jose Rodriguez and Calvin Echert and to the Wildcats secondary.
Coach Owens also had praise for the offense. He said they kept playing and did not give up showing their perseverance. Coach Owens said he was not sure Wildcats receivers have blocked better in a long time than they did Friday night. He said since the Wildcats were unable to run between the tackles, the game turned into a quick game outside. Coach Owens said he could tell by watching the game video that the Wildcats played hard.
He cited a couple of areas of concern. Footwork by offensive lineman and the kicking game with two missed field goals.
The Wildcats will play old foe Paris Friday at The Prim for Homecoming. Paris is 1-1 with a win over Terrell and a loss to Pleasant Grove. Coach Owens said Paris has some athletes. Paris rallied to win last year’s game at home.
Local Woman in PJC-Sulphur Springs Welding Program
LEARNING THE TRADE Emily Kuiper of Sulphur Springs receives some helpful pointers from PJC-Sulphur Springs Center welding instructor John Plemons. Kuiper is in the fall structural welding class learning shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). For information about this and other classes at the Center, call 903-885-1232.
16th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks
By Savannah Owens
New York, NY, September 19, 2001 — Two members of the National Guard stand beneath one of hundreds of American flags that have been hoisted or worn by rescue workers at the site of the collapsed World Trade Center.
Photo by Andrea Booher/ FEMA News Photo
On September 11th, 2001, members of the terrorists group al-Qaeda hijacked four flights: American 11, United 175, American 77 and United 93. Two planes- American 11 and United 175- hit the World Trade Centers in New York; Flight 77 collided into the Pentagon in Virginia, and the last plane, United 93, crashed in a Pennsylvania field after passengers regained control and diverted it from the White House.
A total of almost 3,000 people were killed from the 9/11 attacks.
There were 2,763 casualties at the World Trade Center, where the two planes hit the twin towers. 343 of those casualties were firefighters and paramedics, 23 were NYC police officers, and there were also 37 Port Authority Police Officers. These first responders were trying to evacuate the buildings, help those trapped on higher floors, and save people buried in the rubble. The Pentagon attack had 189 deaths including the 64 passengers and crew members on Flight 77 that struck the building. 44 people died from Flight 93 when the passengers crash landed in Pennsylvania.
The “Tribute in Light” memorial is in remembrance of the events of Sept. 11, 2001, in honor of the citizens who lost their lives in the World Trade Center attacks. The two towers of light are composed of two banks of high wattage spotlights that point straight up from a lot next to Ground Zero. This photo was taken from Liberty State Park, N.J., Sept. 11, the five-year anniversary of 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo/Denise Gould)
Sixteen years later, Americans gather at memorials to remember and honor their loved ones. At Ground Zero, many read names of those lost, share memories, and give speeches to commemorate the sacrifice of many rescuers, officials, and civilians who lost their lives. For some attendees “it was an occasion to thank first responders and members of the military, to express concern for those affected by Hurricane Irma as it continued its destructive path as a tropical storm, or to plead for a return to the sense of unity they felt after the attacks.”(Peltz & Matthews-AP)
On Sunday, Sept 10th 2017, in Pennsylvania, ground was broken on the newest portion of the Flight 93 Memorial.
“This undated artist rendering provided by bioLINIA and Paul Murdoch Architects via that National Park Service shows a depiction of the completed Tower of Voices that will be part of the Flight 93 National Memorial. The 16th anniversary of United Flight 93’s crash into a Pennsylvania field during the 9/11 terrorist attacks will mark the beginning of the end of a $46 million effort to transform the rural Pennsylvania crash site into a national memorial park. The tower to be built near the park’s entrance will feature 40 tubular metal wind chimes, one each for the 33 passengers and seven crew members who died.” (bioLINIA and Paul Murdoch Architects via AP)
The Tower of Voices will be the final section of the memorial.
Sulphur Springs Marine Corps League lowered the flags on the square to half-staff in honor of those who lost their lives in the attacks. This day brings forth mixed emotions for those that remember the day: those who were present at ground zero, those who lost loved ones, and the rest of us who felt the impact of this devastating attack on our country. While there are currently many tensions threatening to divide our country, today is a sobering but hopeful reminder that we are all Americans and that we must all be united with each other in order to stand up for our freedom.
For more history on the 9/11 attacks click here. For more information on the 16th anniversary click here.
Broseco Ranch is For Sale; Deadline for bids November 1
The 11,800-plus Broseco Ranch will be sold in one or multiple tracts by sealed bid with offers due on or before November 1, 2017, according to Icon.global. Located just south of the Sulphur River just of I-30 and FM 71, the ranch has been a leader in cattle, wildlife, hunting and fishing for years. The ranch is home to over 2,200 head of award winning Red Angus cattle, record whitetail deer, two 100 acre lakes stocked with Florida bass and some of the best waterfowl habitat in Texas. The sale will include mineral, lignite, and water rights.
Broseco Ranch has been heavily involved in the NETBIO program since its beginning.
All livestock including cattle and managed deer herd, all equipment, vehicles, tractors, and machinery will be sole after the real estate is sold.
For more information on the sale and potential subdivisions for the ranch go to: brosecoranchsale.com.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital–Sulphur Springs Chooses Different Route for Student-Doctor Residence Program
The residence program for doctors at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs is ongoing, but its current setup will be ended once the two current students finish their residencies at the end of December. However, medical residents will still see and serve patients in Sulphur Springs, according to information received from CHRISTUS Health. The residence program was established by Hopkins County Memorial Hospital prior to the sale of 51% of the hospital to CHRISTUS.
Currently there are two residents in the program but the three year commitment that had been made to the students will not continue after December of this year. The change created changes in plans for the students. KSST News has spoken to one student, who had completed his first year of residency in Tyler, was house-hunting in Sulphur Springs for the two years of his residency and had hopes of continuing on locally after completing the program. However, his search for a house ended when notified that the program would not continue. The current configuration of the program was call unsustainable by CHRISTUS. However, a residence program will be available, according to CHRISTUS officials.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Sulphur Springs will now work in tandem with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Health System and UT Health Northeast to continue the rotation of medical school residents at the facility here, according to Paul Harvey, President and Chief Executive Officer of the local hospital. He states the hospital will continue participating in family residencies requiring rural health experience. With the resources now at the disposal of the local hospital through CHRISTUS Health, the capability to recruit providers from all over the nation and providing patient access to specialists and providers within the network has expanded beyond what had been available.
Harvey said, “One of the core values of CHRISTUS Health is stewardship, and after thorough review, we determined that the program was not effectively able to achieve its intended goals. However, those goals – providing improved access to care, bringing new providers to the area – remain just as crucial.”
Harvey noted that in the past year alone, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System has added dozens of physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants for hospitals and clinics all across the region. He stated CHRISTUS has been actively recruiting specialists and primary care providers for Sulphur Springs, and hope to make some announcements in that area very soon.
Harvey said, “By revamping the residency program and leveraging our new resources we will improve patient access and build the primary care base here in Sulphur Springs. There are many health care needs in this area, and we will keep working to ensure that we are meeting those needs in a way that serves the best interest of our patients, that supports the community that has supported us, and that and aligns with our core values and our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.”
Wood County Sheriff’s Report August 30-September 5, 2017
August 30th
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 8:23 a.m., in reference to a dog bite that occurred on CR 3495 near Hawkins. The owner of the dog was advised of the quarantine protocol.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3802 near Hawkins, at approximately 10:16 a.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 11:42 a.m., horses were reported out on CR 3104 near Quitman.
At 1:48 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4919 near Quitman.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 2:20 p.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor stole items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 3:06 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4760 near Winnsboro.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 3:12 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass on CR 2298 near Mineola. A Criminal Trespass Warning was issued.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 3:22 p.m., in reference to a theft that occurred on HWY 37 near Winnsboro. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a bench from the reporting party’s property.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 3:57 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief on FM 312 near Winnsboro. Actors, or actors unknown, damaged the reporting party’s fence.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 17 near Alba, at approximately 6:16 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to Hwy 154 near Yantis, at approximately 7:00 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties separated, prior to the deputies’ arrival.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party at approximately 7:35 p.m., in reference to debit/credit card abuse on HWY 80 near Mineola. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 8:13 p.m., horses were reported out on CR 3130 near Quitman.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1556 near Alba, at approximately 11:17 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. The individual was located and everything was OK.
August 31st
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2435 near Mineola, at approximately 2:09 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Craig Garrett, 42, of Mineola, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence and Interference with Emergency Request for Assistance.
Deputies were dispatched to Quitman Emergency Room, at approximately 3:10 a.m., in reference to an inquest. A female, 72, passed away. The Justice of the Peace arrived and no autopsy was ordered.
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service on Main St. near Winnsboro; at approximately 11:29 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 1:14 p.m., donkeys were reported out on HWY 778 near Quitman.
At 1:24 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4760 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Quitman, at approximately 4:05 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 7:57 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 2260/CR 2232 near Mineola.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 3824 near Hawkins, at approximately 8:15 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties separated, prior to the deputies’ arrival.
At 8:37 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 near Winnsboro, at approximately 9:41 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies searched the building and it was secure.
Deputies responded to a reckless driving call on CR 2332 near Mineola; at approximately 9:55 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and a citation was issued.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1970 near Yantis, at approximately 10:38 p.m., in reference to burglary of a building. Actors, or actors unknown, removed metal siding from the exterior portion of the reporting party’s building. This case is active.
At 11:09 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1416 near Quitman.
September 1st
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4116 near Quitman, at approximately 1:44 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and everything was cleared.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2754 near Mineola, at approximately 10:48 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1795 near Hawkins, at approximately 11:32 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 11:32 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated and the scene was cleared.
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service to CR 2460 near Mineola; at approximately 3:23 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service to McWhorter St. near Mineola; at approximately 3:48 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service to Pegues St. near Mineola; at approximately 4:06 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
At 6:10 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869/CR 1360.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1600 near Alba, at approximately 9:45 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and everything was cleared.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 779 near Alba, at approximately 11:50 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Danny McCormack, 44, of Alba, was arrested for Assault by Contact.
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on HWY 80 near Hawkins; at approximately 11:57 p.m. Deputies located and confiscated narcotics from the vehicle. Jerome Stevenson, 22, of Big Sandy, was arrested for Manufacturing and Delivering a Controlled Substance.
September 2nd
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 12:45 a.m., in reference to a noise complaint. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
At 8:11 a.m., horses were reported out on FM 49 near Mineola.
At 9:28 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2377 near Alba, at approximately 10:20 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
At 12:44 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1880 near Yantis.
Deputies responded to a reckless driver on FM 2088 near Quitman; at approximately 5:57 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 37 near Quitman; at approximately 8:22 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
At 10:21 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 2869 near Winnsboro.
Deputies were dispatched to Main St. near Yantis, at approximately 10:49 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1799 near Mineola, at approximately 11:14 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties separated, prior to the deputies’ arrival.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2088 near Quitman, at approximately 11:45 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies located the activity and everything was cleared.
At 11:58 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 1416 near Quitman.
September 3rd
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service to CR 2263 near Mineola; at approximately 8:24 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies went out on an Arrest/Warrant Service to Blair St. near Mineola; at approximately 9:54 a.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to Oak Shadow Cove near Hawkins, at approximately 1:48 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on FM 778 near Quitman; at approximately 6:19 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook, at approximately 6:33 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
At 8:14 p.m., horses were reported out on FM 2088 near Quitman.
At 8:26 p.m., cows were reported out on CR 4608 near Winnsboro.
September 4th
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1410 near Quitman, at approximately 12:09 a.m., in reference to a disturbance. David Martinez, 26, of Quitman, was arrested for Resisting Arrest Search or Transport.
At 4:39 a.m., horses were reported out on HWY 37 near Quitman.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on HWY 69 near Mineola; at approximately 8:34 a.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4470 near Winnsboro, at approximately 5:47 a.m., in reference to an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. A known actor took the vehicle from the reporting party’s property without consent. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4660 near Winnsboro; at approximately 4:33 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4192 near Quitman, at approximately 5:30 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 154 near Quitman, at approximately 6:16 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to Holly Trail near Hawkins, at approximately 6:30 p.m., in reference to an assault that occurred. Shane Ambort, 44, of Hawkins, was arrested for Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 near Hawkins, at approximately 6:30 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:53 a.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole several items from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1807 near Yantis, at approximately 10:55 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were separated for the night.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 near Mineola, at approximately 11:35 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
September 5th
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 4:23 a.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to Loop 564 near Mineola, at approximately 7:33 a.m., in reference to a theft. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a pressure washer trailer from the reporting party’s property. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
At 8:58 a.m., cows were reported out on CR 1900 near Yantis.
Deputies spoke with the reporting party, at approximately 9:52 a.m., in reference to a burglary that occurred on CR 4631 near Winnsboro. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a purse out of the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 12:38 p.m., in reference to a burglary. A known actor stole items from the reporting party’s residence. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 near Hawkins, at approximately 3:13 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies checked the building and it was secure.
Deputies were dispatched to HWY 69 near Alba, at approximately 5:57 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the individual.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 2122 near Quitman, at approximately 6:53 p.m., in reference to a theft. A known actor stole an air compressor out of the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 3580 near Winnsboro, at approximately 7:26 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1975 near Yantis, at approximately 7:30 p.m., in reference to a welfare check. Deputies located the individual and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 4560 near Winnsboro, at approximately 8:34 p.m., in reference to a burglary. Actors, or actors unknown, stole a firearm from the reporting party’s vehicle. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle on CR 4196 near Quitman; at approximately 9:53 p.m. Deputies located the vehicle and everything was OK.
Deputies were dispatched to CR 1326 near Quitman, at approximately 10:19 p.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate any activity.
Between the dates of August 30th and September 5th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included several Police Departments.
Total Jail Count – 146 prisoners – 116 males and 30 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.
Neighbor Arrested for Burglary
An investigation of a burglary of a habitation on County Road 3509 led officers to make contact with a nearby neighbor. Exterior photos showed Billy Frank Harville, 41, entering through the back door of the habitation. Photographs also captured Harville inside the residence.
Harville admitted to entering the residence and removing several food items without consent. Harville is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Burglary of a Habitation, a Felony 2, and is being held on a $15,000 bond.
Juvenile Passenger in Vehicle Strikes Bicyclist; Driver Arrested for DWI
When the juvenile passenger of a 2017 Dodge Ram struck a bicyclist with his hand as the vehicle passed near the corner of Gilmer Street and Whitworth Street, a DPS trooper who viewed the incident made a traffic stop. The driver, Christopher Arlen Ray, 34, of Sulphur Springs showed signs of intoxication.
A field sobriety test was conducted. Ray was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated-Child Passenger Under 15-years of age, a State Jail Felony.
Dinner Bell Menu For September 13, 2017
Dinner Bell Menu for
September 13, 2017
Alliance Bank
this week’s Community Partner.
Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Seasoned Wild and Long Grain Rice
Bacon and Onion Infused Italian Cut Green Beans
Fresh Garden Salsd
Yeast Rolls and Butter
Mississippi Apple Walnut Cake with Cinnamon Cream
Chocolate Sugar Free Pudding
Local “The Voice” Star Hannah Kirby Performed at Saturday Night Market
By Savannah Owens
Cheers echoed around the square as Hannah Kirby performed at the Saturday night marktet. Approximately 300 people had shown up and the number continued to grow throughout the night. Families were dancing, playing catch and having a great time. 
Kirby performed classic songs such as “Heard it though the Grapevine”, “The Chains” by Fleetwood Mac, “I won’t Back Down” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, and “Chain of Fools” By Aretha Franklin. The crowd was loving every song, and clapped and cheered after every one. Kirby’s songs have a strong beat that is unique to her performances and the way she can belt out some of the high notes it’s no wonder she was a contestant on the voice! She was an amazing performer! From her style of singing she is almost like a young Aretha Franklin! Kirby had a booth up and sold merchandise such as T-shirts and CDS. To Follow Kirby’s music find her on facebook or visit her website.
Vendors sold tacos, burritos, quesadillas, iced coffee, lemonade, and canned produce. Merchants had booths up selling paintings, T-shirts, wooden pens, knitted hats and gloves, bracelets, and many other specialty items. The Saturday nights on the square are becoming an event you don’t want to miss! Click here to see what groups are performing next!
