New Phi Theta Kappa Inductees
Six new members were inducted into the Beta Zeta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the two-year college honor society, during ceremonies held recently at the Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center.Students who are in PTK have opportunities to develop qualities of scholarship, leadership, fellowship, and service. To be eligible, students must have a grade point average of 3.5. The inductees included, from left, Destri Danley, Rachel Kilgore, Blake Moore, Sarah Webb, Victoria Wilburn and Rayline Worthy.
Sulphur Springs Water Bill Takes New Form
City residents receiving their April water bills from the City of Sulphur Springs will notice a change. No longer be the bill be a postcard but now a statement in an envelope. Peter Karstens with the City of Sulphur Springs says this has been discussed for some time and now, with increased state mandates for mailings, the envelope process will facilitate a more economical way of communication.
Water quality mailings, information regarding city activities, and a better understanding of water usage at the address billed will be included. Karstens says do not throw away the envelope from the city, it has your water/sewer/sanitation bill enclosed.
Newborn Tests Positive for Cocaine; Mother Arrested
A Special Crimes Unit and Child Protective Services investigation resulted in the arrest of Shaukiquia Tralynn Ford, 31, of Sulphur Springs. The investigation began when CPS was notified that Ford’s newborn baby tested positive for cocaine at the time of birth.
Ford was arrested on a warrant at an Industrial Drive address Wednesday afternoon. Ford admitted to drug use during her pregnancy. (Picture was unavailable, county jail website was down.)
Saltillo ISD Students Win at UIL, FCCLA Competitions
UIL – Michael Simmons placed second at Regional UIL in Headline Writing. He will be competing in the State UIL Academic contest on Friday, April 21st.
State FCCLA pic dsc0342 – 1st Row L – R:Brenda Castro, Lindsay Butler, Lorena Castro & Jocelyn Ochoa; 2nd Row L to R: Sienna Collins, Brianna Harvick, Rainie English , Caitlin Shelby, and Ana Gallegos; 3rd Row L to R: Selena Hernandez, Hannah Wartenbee, Graycie Hodges, Melissa Tawil, BreAnna Reynolds, Madison Simmons & Christy Marquez. Not Pictured – Michael Clover.
Chamber Connection April 20, 2017
Thank you to everyone who supported and played in the 28th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament! We had a wonderful day with beautiful weather and happy golfers! Thank you to the Sulphur Springs Country Club for hosting our event and making the day run smoothly. An extra special thank you to our Hole-In-One sponsors Jay Hodge Chevrolet, Farm Country, Interstate Body Shop, and Robinson Bennett Construction. Our Hole-In-One opportunities sure made for an exciting day! In addition, thank you to our Gold Sponsors, Goody Bag Sponsors, and Raffle Prize sponsors. Because of you we had a wonderful day!
History by the Foot Tour on April 22nd has a few openings remaining
Time has arrived for the next History by Foot (13th Semi-Annual), sponsored by Downtown Business Alliance. There will be one walk at 9:30 a.m. on April 22nd starting at Center of Celebration Plaza. The tour will start by going to the south side of the square to explore Oak Avenue, cross back to Gilmer, then come back to the square. They will be spending time detailing an early residential and commercial area off the square followed by a surprise visit to a newly renovated building. The group will be limited to 30. Cost is $10.00 per person. You can pay at CNB or just bring your money on the day of the walk.
It’s Time for the Hopkins County Rodeo on Friday, April 21st and Saturday, April 22nd
The Hopkins County Rodeo Committee is presenting their UPRA Membership Rodeo on April 21st and 22nd at the Hopkins County Indoor Civic Center Arena. Tickets are available at Circle E Western Store and are $10 for pre-sale tickets. Tickets are also available at the door. Children’s admission is $8, Friday night tickets are $10, Saturday night tickets are $12 and include admission to the dance featuring Monty Tipps. Make sure you put this one on your calendar. It is a wonderful event!
Reilly Spring Jamboree presents Jack’s Western Swing on Saturday, April 22nd at 7 p.m.
Reilly Springs Jamboree presents Jack’s Western Swing Round Up with Louise Rowe and the Texan Playboys along with Caroline Grace Wiseman and Abby Payne on Saturday, April 22nd at 7 p.m. Reilly Springs Community Center is located at 109 CR 1439 in Sulphur Springs. For more information call Allison Phillips at (903) 348-7321 or Enola Gay at (903) 438-3568 or visit www.jackphillipsmusic.com.
Posey Baptist Church hosts The Haystacks on Sunday, April 23rd at 6 p.m.
Posey Baptist Church will host The Haystacks in concert on Sunday, April 23rd starting at 6 p.m. The Haystacks are a local gospel youth choir under the direction of Kevin Wooley. Posey Church is located at 4620 FM 71W in Sulphur Springs.
Workforce Solutions is hosting a Career & Community Resource Expo on April 25th
Workforce Solutions of Northeast Texas is hosting a Career & Community Resources Expo at the Hopkins County Civic Center on Tuesday, April 25th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are accepting vendors on a first come first served basis with a deadline for vendors of April 10th. Exhibitor space is limited. For additional information, please call Workforce Solutions at (903) 885-7556 x 414. If you are needing resources to make resumes and copies for the Expo, stop the Sulphur Springs Public Library at 611 N. Davis Street. The Library has a website to help create resumes, and printing costs .20 per page. They are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each weekday, Thursday 11 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. If you need more information from the Library, call (903) 885-4926.
Rotary of Sulphur Springs will host their Claws for a Cause Festival on Saturday, April 29th
The Rotary Club of Sulphur Springs is hosting their annual Claws for a Cause Fundraiser on Saturday, April 29th on Main Street in Sulphur Springs. Tickets may be purchased online before the event, and at the door for $30 each. The event begins at 5 p.m. and will last until 9 p.m. or when they run out of crawfish!
CANHelp is hosting a Tennis Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, May 6th at 8:30 a.m.
CANHelp is hosting their Third Annual Tennis Tournament and Fundraiser on Saturday, May 6th at the Sulphur Springs High School Tennis Counts. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. The tournament will be a Round Robin style for all age levels and skill types. Proceeds from this event will allow CANHelp to continue to provide important services to the residents of Hopkins County in times of need. Entry forms are available at CANHelp, 613 Gilmer Street in Sulphur Springs, or online at www.canhelponline.org.
Cinco de Mayo will be held Downtown on Friday, May 5th
Cinco de Mayo will be held downtown on Celebration Plaza on Friday, May 5th from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. There will be a piñata contest, best taco contest, kid friendly games and even more! There is no cover charge to attend.
Celebration Plaza will host Reds, Whites, & Brews on Saturday, May 6th
Celebration Plaza will host Reds, Whites, & Brews Beer and Wine Festival on Saturday, May 6th from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Buried Bone Foundation.
Northeast Texas Choral Society will hold Spring Concert on May 6th and May 7th
The Northeast Texas Choral Society presents Touchstone, The Music That Makes Your Heart Remember, on May 6th at 7 p.m. and May 7th at 2 p.m. The concerts will be held at the SSHS Auditorium. You may purchase tickets from Choral Society singers, online at www.netchoral.org, City National Bank, Alliance Bank, and Guaranty Bank & Trust.
Etiquette by Emily is hosting an Afternoon Tea on Sunday, May 7th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Reserve your ticket TODAY for this special event being held on Sunday, May 7th (week before Mother’s Day) from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Venue at two nineteen and catered by Lyndsay’s Plates + Provisions. Tickets are $30 each. Attendance is limited to 40 people to help enhance your experience. Bring your spouse, friends or come to meet new friends! Please email [email protected] or call 903-243-6222 for your reservation!
Cypress Basin Hospice is hosting a Golf Tourney on Monday, May 8th
Cypress Basin Hospice’s 14th annual “Get Away & Play” Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, May 8th at the Mount Pleasant Country Club. Registration is now open and you can register your team of 4 online by visiting their website, www.cbhospice.org. Entry fee for this 4 person scramble tournament is $400 or $100 per golfer. Community support from fundraisers such as our “Get Away & Play” golf tournament allow Cypress Basin Hospice to deliver quality, end of life care, to all hospice appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. Sponsorship and donation opportunities are still available. Contact Niki Haynes at (903) 577-1510 for more information.
Danna’s & The Florist are preparing to move to their new location with a SALEABRATION
Danna’s & The Florist is celebrating 20 years with a move to a new location at 438 Gilmer Street this summer. In order to make that move, Danna’s is cleaning out inventory to make room for fresh new things and some good ole junk with a huge sale! Make plans to stop by the current location at 301 East Industrial in Sulphur Springs, and then again this summer once she is moved to her new location!
AgriLife Extension Service is offering their Twogether in Marriage Workshop on Saturday, May 20th
The spring Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. The free workshop includes Marriage Expectations, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Money Management, and Goals & Dreams. Lunch, materials, and refreshments will be provided. Engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Contact Johanna Hicks at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Hopkins County Office, at 903-885-3443 to sign up.
Ribbon Cuttings:
New Favour/New Visions hosted a Ribbon Cutting Celebration at the Chamber on Wed., April 19th
New Favor/New Visions hosted a Ribbon Cutting Celebration at the Chamber of Commerce, 300 Connally Street, on Wednesday, April 19th at noon. New Favour is a nonprofit organization designed to mentor and educated today’s school age children.
New Director at Terrific Tuesdays!
The popular day respite program Terrific Tuesdays announces their new director. Tammi Reardon, new to Sulphur Springs, answered a job listing, provided her resume and was soon hired. Coming to Texas from California, Tammy’s background is in education, primarily with Special Education students. She is also home-school educator. She has been on the job for three weeks and is very excited about the opportunity to build the program which is hosted weekly at First United Methodist Church.
FOUNDER SUSAN SMITH AND DIRECTOR TAMMI REARDON
Terrific Tuesdays was created in Sulphur Springs in 2004 for the benefit of persons with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as their caregivers. Susan Smith was one of the founding members whose interest came through her daily responsibilities for her father. After researching and visiting Tyler’s “Wonderful Wednesdays” program, Susan and other board members decided they could model a similar respite plan in Hopkins County. A grant was applied for and received, and Susan’s father was the first to sign up for the new program, designed for up to 15 participants. Thirteen years ago, the first director was Chris Beach, and in later years, Joyce McDonald served as director. Along the way, an annual event “A Walk To Remember” was designed as a fundraiser. It continues to be held each October. Donations from individuals, businesses and organizations through the year also help with ongoing expenses. Caregiver support is offered through a free Alzheimer’s Support Group, meeting monthly on the fourth Tuesday at 7pm at First United Methodist Church.
Terrific Tuesdays is held each Tuesday from 9am till 2pm at First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. It is a day respite program for persons who suffer from Alzheimer’s, memory loss and other dementia AND for their caregivers. During the program, the caregiver can stay or they can treat themselves to a few hours on their own while their loved one is cared for. Terrific Tuesdays is a one-on-one program, with a volunteer “buddy” assigned to each participant. Attendance is on a donation basis. Suggested cost is $20 per week, but no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Currently there are about a dozen participants taking part on Tuesdays for games, music, fellowship, lunch, field trips, laughter and friendship. If you have questions about Terrific Tuesdays, contact Tammy Reardon at 903-243-5620.
Jetton Announces Intent to Seek Republican Nomination for Commissioner Precinct 4
John David Jetton
John David Jetton has announced that he will seek the Republican nomination for County Commissioner, Precinct 4, currently held by retiring Commissioner Danny Evans. John David (Picture requested) is a lifelong resident of Hopkins County.
He was raised in the Posey Community and attended school at North Hopkins ISD. Jetton and his wife Jewel have a home in Emblem Community and a small cattle ranch in Tira. They have 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Jetton was employed at Covidien/Sherwood in Commerce until the plant was closed. He then began working for Hopkins County Precinct 1 as a mechanic and was transferred to Precinct 4 in January of 2017, as a mechanic, rock hauler and road repairman. In his spare time he enjoys bailing hay, running his bulldozer and spending time with his family.
According to a press release from Jetton, he believes that his employment with the County will be beneficial in addressing the residents’ concerns. His main objective will be to fulfill the needs of his community and its citizens.
Wildcats, Lady Cats Compete at Area Track Meet in Lovejoy Thursday
The Wildcats’ track team will have six athletes in six events and the Lady Cats’ track team will have seven athletes in ten events at Thursday’s Area Track Meet at Lovejoy Stadium. Top four finishers in each event will qualify for the regional meet April 28-29 in Arlington.
For the Wildcats, Landry Tyson will compete in the high jump and in the 110-meter hurdles. Tyson is tied for fourth for the best result in the high jump among competitors. Ryan Humphries will run in the 100-meter dash and in the 300-meter hurdles. He has the fourth best time in the 300-meter hurdles race. Mason Buck will also run in the 300-meter hurdles and he has the second fastest time so far among competitors. Landon Thornton and Peyton Vickery will compete in the 3200-meter run. Ian Blanch will also compete in the shot put.
For the Lady Cats, Imani Taylor will be busy competing in the long jump, triple jump and in the 4 X 100-meter relay and the 4 X 200-meter relay. Taylor has the best mark in the long jump and the fourth best in the triple jump. The Lady Cats 4 X 100-meter relay time is the fastest in the field and their 4 X 200-meter relay mark is second fastest among competitors. With Taylor in the 4 X 100-meter relay are Abbi Baier, N’ysa Dugan and Sadavia Porter. With Taylor in the 4 X 200-meter relay are Sheretta Hill, Dugan and Porter. Hill will also compete in the 400-meter run. Dugan and Porter are also in the 100-meter dash. Baier and Faith Hatley are in the 100-meter hurdles and 300-meter hurdles. Baier has the third best time among competitors in the 100-meter hurdles and the fourth best time so far in the 300-meter hurdles. Sydney Washburn will run in both the 3200-meter run and 1600-meter run.
Panthers Defeat Trojans 10-2
The North Hopkins Panthers defeated the Cumby Trojans in a district baseball game, 10-2 Tuesday at North Hopkins. The Panthers got off to a good start with one run in the bottom of the first and five more in the bottom of the second to lead 6-0.
Cumby scored single runs in the third and sixth innings to cut the deficit to 6-2. North Hopkins added four more runs in the bottom of the sixth to make it 10-2. North Hopkins outhit the Trojans 8 to 5. Cumby committed two errors.
For the Trojans, R.J. Valentine was 2 for 3 with 2 runs scored and 2 stolen bases. Braden Coble was 2 for 3 with an RBI. Ethan Coble was 1 for 2 with a double and an RBI. Ethan Coble, Valentine and Braden Coble all pitched for Cumby and Ethan Coble took the loss.
North Hopkins was led by Wyatt Wharton who was 2 for 3 with 2 runs scored, a stolen base and 2 RBIs. Cooper Adams was 2 for 3 with 3 RBIs. Victor Rojo and Chase Williams also had an RBI apiece. Brycen Gellespie, Rojo, Williams and Javier Rojo also had a single each. Wharton got the pitching win for North Hopkins pitching 7 innings allowing 5 hits and 2 runs with 2 walks and 13 strikeouts.
