Christian Values, Spirit-Filled Living, Social Justice Emphasized in MLK Awards Ceremony
A praise dance presented by Zhakari Jackson and Spirit-filled music presented by the choir filled the emotional and spiritual cup of those attending the 26th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony at Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Monday night. The event saw over 100 individuals honored for their contributions and commitment to the life of Hopkins County.
Ray Keck III, President and CEO of Texas A & M University Commerce served as Master of Ceremony for the celebration of King’s life, achievements, and inspiration and motivation given to the lives of others.
Guest speaker for the evening, Dr. Kenneth “Rock” Clinton, retired Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Texas A & M Commerce encourage communication as he spoke of the civil rights journey of Dr. King and the lessons that can be learned from that journey. He remembered with emotion the woman that cared for him and his brother and the day in her house she introduced him to Dr. King using a picture of King that was kept at her bedside. In the study of the notes of Dr. King, Clinton stated that the work King did was not done in the time of the first choice or the second choice but was performed in the time of the only choice. He stated that King learned from the mistakes of his early attempts in promoting civil rights. He noted that the non-violent demonstration in Birmingham, Alabama in 1963 was the turning point for the civil rights movement. He stated that the march on Washington D. C., which involved a number of civil rights groups attracted politicians to the movement and the struggle. Dr. King’s time in Chicago also awakened King to the fact that segregation was not only a problem in the south but in every corner of the nation. In his focus on poverty, Dr. King also spoke out against the war in Vietnam. In a moment of humor, Dr. Clinton pointed to the fact that many of Dr. King’s friends thought he wasn’t called to preach but was only looking for something that would keep him away from the cotton patch.
Students from Douglas Intermediate School, Olyvia Palacios, Kinslei Smallwood, Caroline Coker, and Charles Lee, read essays they had written on Dr. King’s life. The students were supported by their teacher Silvesta Alexander.
Businessmen and those in government spoke as well. Local banks were represented by their leadership—Tom Sellers, Mick Trusty, and Brandon Williams. County Judge Robert Newsom, Justice of the Peace Brad Cummings, and Commissioner Wade Bartley participated in the evening with prayer, scripture, and greetings.
Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, Pastor of East Caney Baptist Church and organizer of the first MLK Awards event, spoke of that event before presenting the various awards. Dr. Hendricks stated before a full worship center that in the first awards event there were only nine present. He reviewed the growth of the event and the purpose of the event in its encouragement of seeking social justice and Christ-like righteousness in life.
Those receiving awards include:
Spiritual Fergus Jacobs
Freedom Award Bo Jackson
Spirit of Loyalty Debra Berry
Spirit of Dependability Terry Wright and Tommy Long
Social Change Demetria Robinson
Mother of the Year Joann Kelly-Hunter
Father of the Year Clyde DeBase
Legacy of King Lewis C. Hawkins
Spirit of Service Yvonne Thornton
Spirit of Fellowship Representative David Flynn
King’s Kids Tammy Wright, Tiffany Spigner and Linda Johnson
Choice of Excellence: Clarine Moore
Youth of the Year Destiny Godbolt
Family of the Year Kerry Roy
Music Andrea Franklin
Church of the Year Olive Branch
Political Award: Wade Bartley
Encouragement Doris DeBase
Evangelism Award Marcie Porter
Faithfulness: Jason Cunningham
MLK Media Dollie Kelly
Commitment Award Mynder L. Nash
Employer of The Year Rodney Reese
Employees of the Year: Debbie Jenkins, Jennifer Scroggins, Barbara Brown
Law Enforcement John L. Robinson, Tarvaris Abron, Jay Sanders,
Lewis Tatum
Spirit of Dedication Dewayne Harris
Pastor of the Year De’Lante Jackson
achievement award: Louise Lee
Fraternity of the Year Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Sorority of the Year Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
MLK Man of the Year Broderick Godbolt
MLK Women of the Year Gyeula Watson, Mary U. Ross, and Willie Mae Harris
MLK STUDENTS OF THE YEAR (SSISD)
D.J. Godbolt, Daieyshia Pruit, Kiyonna Redmond, D’Idrec Dugan, Shertta Hill, Imani Taylor,
Lawrence Worth, Vontese Johnson, Zakya Ivery, Allen Hall, Jr., Danielle Petty, SaDavia Porter
MLK STUDENTS OF THE YEAR (Texas A&M-Commerce)
Damian Allen, Brandon Bussey, Caleb Farris, Bruce McCoy, Nathan Philips, Robyn Carr,
Jasmine J. Minor and Monique Burkley
MLK TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
Maci Newsome, Lisa Wilborn, Demetra Robinson, Mynder L. Kelly, Regina D. Vaughn, Cameron Warren, Greg Owen, Jeff Chapman, And Tony Henry
MLK HALL OF FAME
J.D. Franklin, Tommy Clayton, Billy Edwards, Gloria Franklin, Glenda Brown, Chuck King
Dewayne McMeans and Callie J. Young
MLK Circle of Success
Nicole Johnson, Keiston Alexander, Tyrone Ivery, Meioshi Nash, Ashanta Alexander, Jarred Jackson, Clevon Alexander, Tammy Alexander, Elvria Dial, Marlon Alexander, LaTosha Ivery, Vanessa Abron, Betty Thompson,
Get Your Shots Today
The Texas Department of Health offers immunization services the first three Tuesdays of each month. The local office is at 1400 College St.
Call for an appointment at 903-885-6573. Walk ins taken on a first served basis. Remember to bring your child’s immunization records.
The Dinner Bell Menu, Wednesday January 18th 2017
Lions Club
Lions Club
The Dinner Bell
Lady Cats Win Paris Tournament; Wildcats Finish Second in Rockwall Tourney
Lady Cats Soccer Defends Paris Tournament Title
The Lady Cats’ soccer team successfully defended their title at a Paris tournament this past weekend. The Lady Cats won all four games they played including a 3-1 win over Paris in the title game Saturday. The Lady Cats also topped Mabank, 2-0, Bonham, 6-0 and Athens, 2-0. The Lady Cats are now 5-1-1 for the season and they have won five straight matches. Lady Cats Soccer Coach Jesus Deleon said as defending champions, his team entered the Paris tournament with confidence. He told his team they would be playing some good smaller school teams. Mabank, Athens and Paris all made good playoff runs last year. Coach DeLeon said matches against those three teams were not easy. The Paris game in the final was tied 1-1 in the second half until the Lady Cats scored the final two goals. Makenna Kager scored her second goal of the match to give the Lady Cats the lead and Lauren Helm added an insurance goal. Coach DeLeon said goalkeeper Abbi Hale made some good saves in goal. Coach DeLeon is pleased that his team has had goal scoring from several players. The Lady Cats will participate in the Longview Showcase this week. The Lady Cats will play The Woodlands Thursday, Denton Ryan Friday and Montgomery Saturday.
Wildcats Soccer Finishes Second at Rockwall Tournament
The Wildcats’ soccer team finished second in a Rockwall tournament this past weekend. Playing their fifth game in three days, the Wildcats battled to a 1-1 tie with district foe Mt. Pleasant before losing in a shootout in the championship game. Earlier the Wildcats defeated Rockwall, 4-1, Dallas W.T. White, 2-0, Garland, 2-0 and Rockwall Heath, 2-1. The Wildcats are now 6-1-1 for the season. Wildcats Soccer Coach Nicky Wiggins said his team scored 11 goals during the tournament and allowed only 3. He said Chris Espinoza scored five goals and had 2 assists, Gerardo Arellano had 2 goals and 1 assist, Johnathan Alvarez had 2 goals, Brandon Diosdado had one goal and Cesar Andino one goal. Coach Wiggins said goalkeeper Rafael Lopez was outstanding in goal and he added the Wildcats played pretty good defense. He said both the Wildcats and Mt. Pleasant felt the effects of lots of soccer matches over a few days in the final game. The Wildcats have no games this week. They will have their final pre-district match January 24 at Pittsburg before opening district play at Pine Tree January 27.
Young at Heart; First United Methodist Church
I recommend the Hungarian Goulash. Young at Heart meets on the third Monday of each month, rain or shine, holiday or not. A pot-luck lunch of dishes you can not get at a restaurant and fellowship is offered. Did I mention the Hungarian Goulash? If you’re a grandma, a grandpa, or just miss your grandma’s cooking, join them each month at the First United Methodist Church. All denominations welcomed, even Baptists like me can get in. Here’s a pro-tip; be careful what you say about The Cowboys.
Goulash…. Peanut butter pie…. Deviled eggs….
Truman and Clydene Wilkerson, Billie Grace Reynolds, Jody Johnson, Susan Smith, Ursula Campbell, Jackie McGlamery, Mary Grey (birthday girl), Joanne Johnson, Nell Furney.
PJC Returning Students
Clay Bearden, left, and Baile Gammill of Sulphur Springs get their paperwork completed to begin the spring semester at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center campus. The two North Hopkins High School graduates are returning students working on their Associate Degrees. Late registration continues through Jan. 18.
A Mighty Oak From an Acorn Grows
Before recent work began.
A tree removal crew out of Lone Oak, TX takes on a partially dead oak in Sulphur Springs Monday morning. Recent rain did not prevent the project taking place. A Foreman on site told KSST that the Homeowner paid for the removal. Several stumps left by other services line the block.
Monday January 16th, 2017
The power lines in the pictures are live. The entire truck is insulated against shock. The crew stayed away from the high voltage lines atop the nearby line poles.
In the bucket is one of the owners of the company. His technique involves hugging the log as he cuts it, and then suggesting how it falls to the ground below.
W A Street at Ardis Street will be blocked most of the day. It takes almost as much time to clean up as it down to remove a tree of this size.
The tree was to be used for firewood, but since half of the tree was dead and rotting, only the live portion will be used.
Jury Panel Cancelled
Jury panel summoned to appear Tuesday, January 17th at 9 a.m. in 62 District Court has been cancelled according to the District Clerk’s office.
Museum Presents First-Time Author
The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum is pleased to present first-time author Kathleen Hooten for a presentation of The Adventures of Cabo the Goat. Not only will the presentation include Kathleen’s appearance, but it will also include an introduction and appearance of Cabo. We are told that Cabo is very well-mannered and loves the attention of kids. Kathleen and Cabo will appear at the Children’s Museum on Saturday, January 28 at 2:00.
Kathleen Sullivan Hooten is a former science teacher with an extensive background in animal science. Living on her family ranch, Kathleen has always found the humor in farm animal antics and behavior as they interact with one another. Cabo first arrived on the ranch as her son’s show goat. The family was drawn to the personality of Cabo, and Kathleen was inspired to chronicle his adventures. Although this book highlights Cabo’s arrival at the ranch, there are plans for this book to be the first in a series.
“I am so excited that Kathleen and Cabo will be coming to the Children’s Museum. Kathleen has been involved here as our Board President in 2015. She also wrote the curriculum for our Weird Science program for fifth graders. Even her dog Domino has appeared to teach children to care for their pets. We are very excited to meet Cabo.”
The Adventures of Cabo the Goat is for grades three to five “read alone level”. The high interest of Cabo’s adventures will make it a great story for a much wider age group. The book is illustrated by local artist Katie Ritchie. Books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. Call the Children’s Museum at 903-886-6055 for additional information.
