Jury Call for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Court For Wednesday Has Been Cancelled
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Court has canceled the Jury summons set for Wednesday, July 19, 2017 in according to the Justice of the Peace office. If you were summoned, you do not need to report.
Hopkins County Pony-Tails 12-U Win State; Seek Sponsors for Trip to World Series
Hopkins County Girls Softball Association 12u ponytails team won the Dixie State Championship Monday night, July 18, 2017. The 12 players and three (3) coaches will be traveling to and playing in the World Series on July 26 through possibly August 2 in Sumter, South Carolina. The team is in need of sponsorship funds to help with the cost of hotels, food, and transportation. For more information or to assist in sponsoring the team, contact [email protected].
Woman Robbed in Restaurant Parking Lot
A Female was robbed Monday around 12:30 p.m. in the parking lot at Juan Pablo’s Restaurant on Mockingbird Ln. A Hispanic male in his mid-20’s took her purse.
The individual left the scene in a vehicle (pictured) that had a “We Buy Houses” decal on the front windshield. If you see the vehicle or have information, contact the Sulphur Springs Police Department at 903-885-7602.
Special Ranger Tex Maynard Presents Program at HC Posse Meeting
Roger “Tex” Maynard may be retired from the Texas Department of Public Safety as a State Trooper, and retired from Hopkins County as Constable Precinct 1, but he is also a charter member of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse. In honor of the Posse’s 30th anniversary in 2017, Tex presented a program during the July meeting about the early days of posse work in Hopkins County.
Folds of Honor “Patriot’s Sporting Challenge” Coming to Lake Fork area in October 2017
Chuck Roy, a board member of the “Patriot’s Challenge” Scholarship Foundation guested on the KSST Morning Show. He shared information about the Folds of Honor Foundation, the Patriot’s Sporting Challenge and an exciting entertainment event scheduled for October 27 and 28, 2017 at Lake Fork. National in scope, the Folds of Honor foundation strives to assist the spouses and children of soldiers killed or disabled in service to our country, providing healing, hope and an opportunity for dreams to be realized through education.
Because the Northeast Texas area is so rich in resources for fishing, hunting and other sports including golf, the concept of a trilogy of sporting challenges was conceived. Teams of four members who wish to compete in golf, fishing and clay shooting may enter and to date, over twenty five teams have already signed up. Well-known sponsors are also joining in support of the cause, with Skeeter Boats joining the Army Bass Anglers, The Links at Lands End, Hidden Lakes Resort and Community Chronicle as Patriot Sponsors. Country Music Association entertainer Don Woods Jr. from Yantis, Texas will perform at a concert during the dinner and auction social event the night prior to the sporting competition. A public event is also planned the next day at $25 person with food and live music. The ultimate goal is to raise $250,000 in scholarship money to be used for the benefit of dependents…spouses and children…of fallen and disabled soldiers who have served our country. Thus far, over 1500 scholarships have been awarded to Texas residents.
To find out more about Folds of Honor and the Patriot’s Sporting Challenge, contact Chuck or Nancy Roy at 903-383-2072 or by e-mail at [email protected]
Chuck Roy of Yantis, board member of the Folds of Honor Patriot’s Challenge and Editor of the Community Chronicle
Early Morning Fire at Evans Firestone
Sulphur Springs Fire Station 1 and Station 2 along with Hopkins County Station 20 responded to a fire call at Tommy Evans Firestone located on Shannon Road (south service road) at College Street at 3 AM Tuesday morning. Flames were observed coming out the front bay doors of the work area, according to Sulphur Springs Fire Department.
It took only four minutes from the time of call until the first unit was on scene. Three trucks and 12 firemen were able to gain control of the fire within an hour and the fire was extinguished by 5 AM.
Cause of the fire is undetermined and is under investigation by the local Fire Marshall.
Odor of Marijuana on Money Leads to Money Laundering Charges
Sgt. Harry Washington, working interdiction for the Hopkins County Sheriff’s office, made contact with Luiz Longria, 53, of Edcouch, Texas and Oswaldo Reyes, 43, of Westlaco, around 8 p.m. Both were arrested and charged with Money Laundering more than $2500 but less than $30,000.
Washington noted a large bulge in Reyes front pocket. When asked about it, Reyes removed from his pocket a white sock that contained a large amount of U. S. currency. A strong odor of marijuana emitting from the currency was noted by both Washington and a Hopkins County Deputy with him. When questioned regarding the money, Reyes stated the money belonged to his friend’s boss. The friend was Longria.
Oswaldo Reyes
Both are in Hopkins County Jail charged with Money Laundering more than $2,500 but less than $30,000.
Luiz Longria
Dinner Bell Menu For July 19, 2017
Dinner Bell Menu for
July 19th, 2017
Water Oak Elementary School
is this week’s wonderful Community Partner.
The Menu:
Tuna Salad on a Tomato Slice
Crunchy Napa Toss
Cuke Salad with Sour Cream Dill Dressing
Crackers
Watermelon and Cantelope Cubes
Tea or Water
A cool meal for a hot summer!
Anglin Announces Candidacy for Hopkins County Commissioner Precinct 2
My name is Greg Anglin and I am declaring my candidacy for the Commissioner of Precinct 2 in Hopkins County.
I am a native of Hopkins County, a resident of 45 years. My parents are Randy and Linda Anglin and Don and Pansy Bell, also native residents of Hopkins County for over 60 years. I was raised in the Pickton, Pine Forest and Winterfield communities where I graduated from Como-Pickton Consolidated School District. I have been, continue and always plan to be a vested, positive contributor of Hopkins County.
I am happily married to Courtney Hettich Anglin, a graduate of Sulphur Springs ISD, and a proud, native resident of Hopkins County. After venturing outside of Hopkins County to serve other communities in public education, Courtney returned to her East Texas roots in 2012 to pursue her passion of teaching within her alma mater, SSISD. Courtney currently serves as a special education teacher at Sulphur Springs High School where she is passionate about guiding and supporting her students. We have one son, Caden, age 13. Caden attends school in the Como-Pickton ISD and will enter as an eighth grader for the 2017-2018 school year. He is involved in FFA, plays basketball and baseball and enjoys outdoor activities.
With a passion for agriculture, I began dairy farming at the age of fourteen and upon graduating from high school, I took over my grandparent’s dairy operation. In 1996, I entered into the poultry business as a contract grower for Pilgrim’s Pride. When the time came to sell our dairy business in 2012, my attention turned to baling hay and growing chickens; also my current endeavors.
My family and I attend Shannon Oaks Church in Sulphur Springs as well as Winterfield Church in the Winterfield Community. I have served as school board member for CPCISD since 2009. Since my time as a board member, I have held the position of Secretary/Treasurer, President and am currently serving as Vice President. I am a volunteer fireman for the Pickton/Pine Forest communities in which I have gained insights into the many aspects of the fire departments.
I have always been prideful for Hopkins County and privileged to say I am a resident of Hopkins County. Upon being elected to the Office of Commissioner, I look forward to representing and serving the citizens of Precinct 2. I also look forward to working with the commissioner’s court and bringing in new ideas to the platform with this growing county.
As a member of the Commissioners’ court, I will help educate and inform Hopkins County of the roles and responsibilities of the commissioner such as taxation, balancing the budget, legislation in Austin, and the responsibilities of the building and maintenance of roads and bridges.
Hopkins County National League Debs Advance to Dixie World Series
Hopkins County National Debs defeated the Hopkins County American Debs last night, July 16, 2017, by a score of 14 to 2 to remain undefeated and win the State Championship. The Hopkins County National Debs will advance to the Dixie Softball World Series in Alexandria Louisiana which begins July 28th.
