An Update on the 2017 Senior Fan Drive
Another donation today from the Corvette Club. Left to Right: Travis Estes, David Johnson, Lynn Luttrell, Tim Gee, Roy McCasland and Mike Hart and Karon Weatherman in Front.
Winnsboro Police Report June 12-18, 2017
Winnsboro Police made five arrests, investigated one accident, answered 198 calls for service, issued 67 citations and 41 warnings during the report period, June 12-18, 2017.
John Spencer, 34, of Winnsboro was arrested June 15th for public intoxication.
Jodi Williams, 45, of Baton Rouge, LA was arrested June 17th for an expired driver’s license.
Christopher Pyron, 27, of Winnsboro was arrested June 18 on a Wood County warrant.
Cynthia Morgan, 49, of Winnsboro arrested June 18th on a Franklin County warrant.
Michael Nabors, 24, of Sulphur Springs was arrested June 13th on a Hopkins County warrant.
A minor two vehicle accident June 16th in the 900 block of West Broadway resulted in no injuries.
Stolen Articles Recovered; Two Arrests made
It began with a Hopkins County Investigator, Corley Weatherford, finding stolen articles for sale online. It ended with one arrest in a pasture following a chase and another at the residence where the stolen items from five or six burglaries in the south part of the county were found when deputies were serving an arrest warrant.
When deputies arrived at the residence on State Highway 154, they were looking for Jeffrey Edward Mowrer, 25, of Caddo Mills. Mowrer was staying at the residence on 154, the home of Julie Dexter Davis, 25. Mowrer was wanted in regards to the stolen property.
When deputies approached the residence they found a number of the stolen items in the carport. They knocked on all the doors of the house but no one inside the residence responded. 
The deputies loaded the stolen property into a patrol vehicle and went to a side door where Davis was exiting the residence. They inquired about Mowrer but were told he was not there. They were given consent to search the house and as they searched, a deputy noted a green tinted zip lock bag located on a night stand near Davis’ property. Inside the bag was a substance believed to be methamphetamine.
Mowrer was located by deputies in a vehicle on State Highway 154 according to Sheriff Lewis Tatum. The deputies gave pursuit. Mowrer and a passenger in the vehicle fled onto several county roads and then through a fence into a pasture. After Mowrer drove through a second fence onto another property, the passenger exited the vehicle and gave himself up. He was not involved in the burglaries, according to Sheriff Tatum. Finally, Mowrer exited the auto and was caught by a deputy. During an inventory of his vehicle, a handgun was found in the air filter of the 1992 model auto.
Both Mowrer and Davis are in Hopkins County Jail. For Davis, this is not her first stay.
JULIE DEXTER DAVIS
She was indicted in April for Engage in Organized Criminal Activity. Her earlier arrest came about when law enforcement responded to a call, deputies heard a possible verbal disturbance in the residence. They also found in plain view in the living area a crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine and more controlled substance on a mirror in plain view in the same room. The location is in a drug free school zone. During a pat down of one of the subjects, a glass pipe was found. Multiple paraphernalia was also located in the living area.
Mowrer is in Hopkins County jail charged with Tamper Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair and Possession of a Controlled Substance less than 28-grams. He will also be charged with burglary. Davis is charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1, less than 1-gram.
Celebrating June 19th, or “Juneteenth”
What is Juneteenth?
Former President Obama explained Juneteenth as “a time to recommit ourselves to the work that remains undone. We remember that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light. Today, no matter our race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation, we recommit ourselves to working to free modern-day slaves around the world and to honoring in our own time the efforts of those who fought so hard to steer our country truer to our highest ideals.”
Two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, on June 19th 1865, General Granger arrived in Galveston Texas to share the news that the war had ended and slaves were free. The reason for the delay was because the Emancipation Proclamation only freed slaves in the Union territories and north, additionally there weren’t many union soldiers in Texas to help enforce the law until General Granger’s arrival. Granger told the public “All slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former Masters and slaves and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that of an employer and hired labor.”
The freed slaves began to celebrate June 19th, a day that is now frequently called “Juneteenth”. In January 1, 1980, Al Edwards, an African American Texas legislator, encouraged and helped pass a law declaring Juneteenth an official state holiday. 45 states currently recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday.
In President Trump’s first Juneteenth statement He said “Granger’s astonishing words inspired soulful festivities and emotional rejoicing. Over the years, as freedmen and freedwomen left Texas, they took Juneteenth and its meaning with them. Today, we celebrate this historic moment in 1865, as we remember our Nation’s fundamental premise that all men and women are created equal. On Juneteenth 2017, we honor the countless contributions made by African Americans to our Nation and pledge to support America’s promise as the land of the free.”
For more information visit the Juneteenth official website.
7-on-7 Go to Triple Overtime Against Marshall; Lost to John Tyler; Defeat College Station
Throughout 7 on 7 football season so far, the Wildcats have mostly matched up with smaller schools. That changed Saturday during a state qualifier tournament in Tyler and the Wildcats held their own in pool play winning two and losing one. They missed out on moving on from pool play due to a tiebreaker. It was the first state qualifier tournament for the Wildcats this year.
They opened with a triple overtime win over Marshall. The Wildcats converted a two point play at the end to win, 48-46. Wildcats Offensive Coordinator Matt Young said it was a big win. He said the Wildcats had the chance to put the game away earlier but were also on the verge of getting beat but continued to make plays. Coach Young said quarterbacks Ryan Humphries and D’Corian Young did a good job moving the ball down the field and taking what Marshall gave them. He said Simeon Taylor and Austin Dodd did a good job of making catches in the red zone and Landry Tyson and Jase Thompson also made some big catches. Coach Young added defenders Kylan Wade and Hunter Smithson had big interceptions. He praised the senior leadership of D.J. Abron, Terrell Turman, Ryan Humphries and Simeon Taylor who know to keep playing.
Against John Tyler, a 6A school, the Wildcats fell behind 13-0 before rallying to tie the score, 13-13 at halftime. In the seesaw second half, the Wildcats jumped out ahead 20-13 but then fell behind, 26-20. After a critical pick six that the Wildcats gave up, they still rallied for a late score to make John Tyler’s win only 33-26. Coach Young had praise for defenders Cor’Tavius Pruitt, Rio Becerra and Cason Churchman.
Pool play ended for the Wildcats with a win over College Station, another 6A school, in a wild shootout. Coach Young said the Wildcats played like champions. They won in dramatic fashion as receiver Simeon Taylor caught a touchdown on a corner route on the game’s final play to give the Wildcats a 56-53 win. Coach Young said there were great plays on both sides of the ball and singled out Turman, Pruitt, Tyson, Cason Goodson and Searn Rodgers. We said quarterbacks Humphries and Young just continued to make plays.
Pool play resulted in a three way tie between the Wildcats, Marshall and John Tyler. Marshall advanced due to most points scored. The Wildcats have one more chance to qualify for the state tournament. They travel to Rowlett Friday for another state qualifier tournament.
Lady Cats Girls Basketball Camp Off to Good Start
Lady Cats Basketball Coach Jeff Chapman opened his three-day girls basketball camp Monday morning in the main gym on the Sulphur Springs High School campus. It’s running from 9 a.m. until noon through Wednesday. Coach Chapman welcomed 24 girls and he said it was a pretty good turnout. With those numbers, he said each kid would be able to receive individual instruction on basketball fundamentals.
Day one featured how to hold a basketball, layup drills using the right and left hand, ball handling, shooting and dribbling. Coach Chapman said he hoped the camp would peak the young girls’ interest in basketball so they would play when they get older. He said he liked working with the youngsters.
Coach Chapman is being assisted at the camp by by his assistant coach Ashton Wells, middle school coach Nickie Pannell and his wife, Karen, who played college basketball. Several of Coach Chapman’s current players were observing camp and they were introduced to the campers.
Blueprint to Manhood Seeks Mentors and Youth Participants
New Faith New Vision has partnered with Shannon Oaks Church to provide a youth seminar for young men (ages 7 to 18). The seminar will teach fundamental characteristics men need to be successful in today’s society. Youth will also be paired with mentors to supplement the material taught in the program throughout the year. Both mentors and youth participants may register for the event at www.b2mss.com.
“The purpose of the event is to provide young males with a known positive male role model to help mentor them into God fearing men. Support provided by mentors will include social skills, recreational development, and emotional support. These skills will help supplement the work of parents, teachers, counselors, educational professionals, and social workers.
The event, August 5, 2017 from 7:1 5 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Shannon Oaks Church, 1113 Shannon Rd. E. in Sulphur Springs, is free to participants. Any male from 7 to 18 may sign up using the registration on the website or by contacting Shannon Oaks Church.
The program is seeking men to serve as mentors to the young men. Each mentor will be assigned to a group consisting of three to four males. The mentor will be responsible for meeting with each child in the group one hour per week. Through forming personal relationships, mentors will be able to judge and determine aspects of each young male’s life which can be improved. To help empower the mentor to be as successful as possible, captains will be assigned to each mentor to check the progress of mentee each group. This will be conducted through phone appointments, emails, and quarterly program meetings throughout the year. This program seeks authentic male models who can show young men how to live Christ-filled lives. This program helps to improve self-esteem, goal setting for the young males. This position is not meant to replace the role of the parent, but rather provide another line of support for the young men.
Qualifications of a mentor include: Must have personal relationship with Christ; must be above the age 21 years of age; agree to a criminal background check; agree to submit a signed agreement; agree to present a copy of ID; exhibit genuine concern for the youths’ and young men’s success
Mentors should be able to accept and relate to youth who may not share the same background as the themselves. The mentor should respect the mentee’s right to personality and independence. This respect is an essential element in the relationship. The mentor should have an excellent character while exhibiting wisdom, common sense, intelligence, friendliness, maturity, sensitivity, and responsibility all while exemplifying the love of GOD.
Those who mentor are asked to spend one hour per week with the “mentee” and attend quart early meetings throughout the year. For more information call Eric King, 903-348-0404.
A Good Day for Golf
In honor of the U.S. Open and Father’s day, the Sulphur Springs Country Club hosted their very own “Sulphur Springs Open” on Saturday June 17th. 84 golfers competed in the competition. Toby Flippin, Head Golf Professional, explained that they have similar events “once a month, and its just a fun thing. The main thing is for everyone to meet someone and get acquainted with other members!”
There were four teams competing, each team having 10 or 11 groups of two golfers. There were 11 professionals paired up with each group of two, for each team.
Here are the winners from each team:
Team 1: Zach and Brody Blackmon with a score of 56.5
Team 2: Gus and Mike Gilreath with a score of 54
Team 3: Terrell Henson and Matt Coker with a score of 52.5
Team 4: Mariam Tran and Andrew Escobar with a score of 51
For more information on how to get involved or to sign up for a tournament visit the Sulphur Springs Country Club’s website. 
Pickton Woman Arrested 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 Kala Janae George, 25 of Pickton.
George is charged with Abandon Endanger Child Criminal Negligence. She is in Hopkins County Jail held on a $20,000 bond . She was also arrested on an outstanding warrant for theft.
