Man Charged With Cockfighting; Roosters Confiscated
[Editor’s Note: KSST will only post names and pictures of those charged with misdemeanors when the circumstances are out of the ordinary. This is one of those instances in which the crime is an inhumane act toward an animal/fowl.]
Interdiction Deputy Harry Washington stopped a van for a traffic violation at the 122-mile marker on westbound I-30 Tuesday. Inside the van in plain view were a number of roosters.
Deputy Washington was told by the driver, Jose Manuel Salas, 25, of El Paso that he had gaffs or slashers in the center console of the vehicle. Washington contacted the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) to take possession of the approximate 60 to 70 roosters found in the van. The roosters were moved to a cool place until the SPCA arrived.
SALAS, JOSE MANUEL
Salas told Washington, “I know I messed up.” Salas is in Hopkins County jail Wednesday morning charged with Cockfighting: Space/Owns/Trains/Equips, a misdemeanor class A. His bond is $2,000.
Timmons Sentenced for Arson
Joshua Timmons, 28, was sentenced to 12 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Tuesday afternoon in Eighth Judicial District Court. Timmons was on probation for arson but that was revoked when he was charged with Injury to Elderly/Child/Disabled with Intent Bodily Injury.
The Injury to Elderly charge was dismissed as a part of a plea bargain agreement. However, with the sentence for the Felony 2 arson, Timmons will be facing 25 years to life should he commit another felony after his time served in the sentence Tuesday.
Community Calendar for June 21-25, 2017
Deadline for Hopkins County young ladies to sign up to participate in the Fall Festival Cover Girl contest is June 23, 2017. Packets can be picked up at the Civic Center box office. These must be completed and turned in there before noon Friday. For those who have entered, an organizational meeting is scheduled for July 6 at 6 pm at Pizza Inn. Contact Cover Girl Coordinator Tracy Dennis at 903-243-1925 or [email protected].
A volunteer opportunity is open to someone who would fill a driver route for Meal a Day. The route is in-town on Wednesdays, and takes approximately an hour to complete. Inquire at the Seniors Center at 150 MLK Drive or call Karon Weatherman at 903-885-1661.
Hopkins County 4H’ers who are preparing for an Exchange Trip to Sanders County, Montana in July are planning a Baked Potato Fundraiser on Friday June 23. Donation is $7 for a loaded baked potato and dessert. Call in lunch or supper orders at the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443. Delivery is also available.
Mitchell Chapel Church of God in Christ has a Pastor’s Aid lunch fundraiser Friday June 23 starting at 10:30 am. The chicken fried steak plate with drink and dessert is $8, dine in ir carry out at 402 South Jackson St. or 903-885-0338.
In Town Route Driver Needed for Wednesday Meal-a-Day
According to Karen Weatherman, being a Meal-a-Day is more than delivering a meal. Weatherman says the local Meal-a-Day program is in need of a Wednesday in-town driver. A torn Achilles Tendon and coming surgery to repair the tear has sidelined the previous driver. The tear occurred while the driver was on vacation.
The route usually takes one hour unless the drive visits with those who whom he or she delivers. That’s the more that is involved. Weatherman said taking a little time to visit with the meal recipients adds a certain joy and purpose for the driver. The meal recipients always enjoy the visits made. For some, the driver will be the only person the recipient will see all day. In fact, Weatherman says the driver can go alone or take a friend with them on the route and for the brief visits.
If interested in driving, call Weatherman at 903-885-1661.
Deadline for Fall Festival Cover Girl Contestant Sign Up is Friday, June 23
Hopkins County young ladies that are entering their Junior year of high school in August, 2017, are invited to sign up to participate in the 2017 Fall Festival Cover Girl Contest. Deadline for sign up is Friday, June 23rd at noon. Qualifications for competing are in the packets that can be picked up at the Hopkins County Civic Center or from the contest coordinator.
There is a $30 entry fee. The entry fee, application and a clear and printable head-shot must be turned in before noon Friday. Only 10 contestants will be entered in the event and no one will be accepted after the deadline.
Contestants will be competing for a $1000 scholarship and a $100 Wal-Mart gift card. The Cover Girl winner will represent the county at various civic events. The first runner-up will receive a $750 scholarship and a $75 Wal-Mart gift card. If there are six or more contestants, the second runner-up will receive a $500 scholarship and a $50 Wal-Mart gift card.
A group meeting will be conducted at Pizza Inn on Thursday, July 6th for the contests and their parents/guardians. Contestants will draw for their contestant number, give their t-shirt size, and receive folders with information and patterns. Information regarding the contest will also be provided as well a question and answer session conducted.
For more information, contact Cover Girl Contest Coordinator Tracy Dennis at 903-243-1925 or [email protected]
Ups and Downs of EDGE Attendance
The ups and downs of attendance at The Edge conditioning program this year are typical and par for the course according to Wildcats Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Greg Owens. His observation is based on twenty-six years of experience offering The Edge. The first three days of The Edge last week saw around 200 athletes participate.
Numbers were not very good last Thursday and this Monday according to Coach Owens. He said numbers were back up Tuesday and were good. Coach Owens said there were a variety of reasons for declines Thursday and Monday including some testing going on Monday, kids on vacation, vacation bible schools at churches and summer camps. For the most part, Coach Owens said he knows where players are who are not at The Edge. He acknowledged that some players were just skipping it and he added effort would be made to get them to attend.
Coach Owens said he was encouraged by the athletes who are attending and reiterated that if they are not there, he encourages them to get involved.
‘Save the Bees’ an Ongoing Mission of Area Beekeepers
In an interview on KSST’s Good Morning Show, listeners met Mary Smith, President of the 50-member Wood County Beekeepers Association, a chapter of the Texas Beekeepers Association. The club just wrapped a 3-weekend awareness series at the Winnsboro Farmer’s Market. Visitors were shown live bee demonstrations through a glass-sided hive, and honey extraction demonstrations showing how a bee farmer harvests honey by getting it out of the hive. There was also a “painted beehive” art contest and silent auction, where ten decorated hives were sold as a fundraiser for the club. Honey and beeswax products were offered for sale as well. The 3-weekend event served as a membership and education drive, a part of the Save the Bees mission of the Winnsboro group.
Bee farmers locally are experiencing distressing symptoms in their bees, similar to challenges being faced worldwide by beekeepers. For one, the queens are not living very long. With a working lifespan of about 6 years, many queens are now dying off much earlier. Also, bees which gather pollen and carry water and honey to the hives are weakened by the Varroa mite, a parasite which does not kill but weighs down and weakens the bees. Another widespread problem is the bee’s constant exposure to insecticides and poisons in the environment. Also, decreasing forage in the form of blooming plants, shrubs and trees affects the amount of pollen that bees can gather within the two-mile radius of their travels from the hive.
If you would like more information on how you can help save the bees, contact woodcountybeekeepers.org , phone 903-342-2428 or get facts from the state website of the Texas Beekeepers Association.
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.
