Popular Author to Speak to Private School Students by Skype at Local Library
Tuesday Sept 20 at 10am, The Sulphur Springs Public Library has invited an author to speak to the Bright Star Christian School and Water Oak Elementary students by Skype. Stuart Gibbs is a popular author of Space Case from the Texas Bluebonnet Nominee list.
The Texas Bluebonnet Award is given annually from a list of 20 nominees chosen by a committee considering student interests, relevant content, reputable reviews, and literary quality. Both fiction and nonfiction books are represented. Students in Grades 3-6 who have read (or heard read aloud) at least 5 of the 20 master list titles are eligible to vote each January and the Sulphur Springs Public library is a polling place. What a great opportunity to show the students how an election process works.
The public library has invited those students who have read Stuart Gibbs’ book to talk to him about his story, characters and his inspiration to write.
Computer Aided Drafting Program Added at PJC-Sulphur Springs
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING
Students Stephen Hudson, left, and Francisco Vazquez receive help from Instructor Brandon Eulberg in the basic computer aided drafting class at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center campus. The new workforce training program was launched in the fall semester class lineup. To inquire about this program and other workforce training opportunities, call 903-885-1232.
“Do the Stew” Theme for 47th Annual Hopkins County Stew Cook-off
“Do the Stew” is the 2016 theme for 47th Annual Hopkins County Stew Cook-off, according to Lezlie Brown, Executive Director for the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. The theme will be featured in all levels of activity for the stew. The Stew Cook-off is October 22nd.
On Monday, September 19, all unclaimed stew sites will be open to new cooks or to returning cooks who would like a new site location. After September 19th, all sites will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
A cooking team is composed of up to two cooks and two helpers. Each cooking team will need a $175 sponsor. From the $175 entry fee, $125 will be returned to the cooking team to purchase ingredients. Contestants are encouraged to participate in the campsite and costume contest.
A reception for the cooks is Tuesday, October 11 at 6 p.m. at the Southwest Dairy Museum. At that time, they will receive the ingredient check, two complimentary stew bowls, and contest rules and information. #dothestew2016
Wildcats’ Team Tennis 1-1 In District With Win at Marshall
The Wildcats’ team tennis squad put on a good show on the road Tuesday afternoon as they won a district match at Marshall, 17-2. The Wildcats are now 1-1 in district play and are 3-2 for the season.
Next up for the Wildcats is district titan, Texas High. The Tigers will visit the Wildcats Tennis Complex next Tuesday at 3:30 p.m.
Lady Cats Even District Record With Dominating Win Over Texas High
The Lady Cats’ volleyball team evened their district record at 1-1 with a dominating 3-0 win over Texas High Tuesday night in Wildcats Gym. The score was 25-13, 25-18 and 25-22.
Once again the Lady Cats got contributions from numerous players. Kaylee Jefferson led the Lady Cats with 10 kills, Autumn Tanton added 7, Mieke VanBenthem 6, Abbi Baier 5 and Sheretta Hill 2. Tori Moore led the Lady Cats with 27 assists. In digs, Anden Hammack had 8 with Maggie McGlammery and Moore with 6 each. VanBenthem had another strong game at the net with one solo block and 5 block assists. Baier had 2 block assists with Hill, Moore and Madi Vickery with 1 each. In service aces, Moore had 2, with Jefferson, Baier and Hammack 1 each.
The Lady Cats are now 22-8 for the season. The Lady Cats will host Greenville on Homecoming Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Strong Individual Finish For Blackmon in First Tourney for Ole Miss
2016 Ole Miss Men’s Golf
Photo by Joshua McCoy/Ole Miss Athletics
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In his first tournament for Men’s Golf at Ole Miss, Freshman Brody Blackmon finished tied for 19th Tuesday at The Invitational at The Ocean Course, Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Blackmon shot a team-low 5-under par 67 in the opening round. Blackmon is a 2016 Graduate of Sulphur Springs High School.
For the tourney, Blackmon, who competed as an individual, shot 67-73-76 for a 216 overall. Blackmon finished behind team members Sophomore Braden Thornberry who tied for fourth in the tourney with a 210 and Ben Walcot who tied for 8th with a 213. He finished ahead of three Ole Miss Team members. Ole Miss finished second in the tournament behind Middle Tennessee State and just ahead of Maryland and 14 other teams including West Virginia and Cincinnati.
Winnsboro Police Report for September 5-11, 2016
Winnsboro police made seven arrests, responded to 139 calls for service, issued 39 citations and 30 warnings during the seven day period, September 5-11.
Brenda Durbin, 25, of Winnsboro was arrested Monday, September 5, on a Hopkins County warrant.
On Tuesday, Amber Moore, 36 of Winnsboro was arrested on two City of Winnsboro Municipal warrants.
Friday, Raun Collier, 36, of Winnsboro was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1 over 1-gram and under 4-grams and Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 2 over 400 grams.
Trevor Williams, 23, of Winnsboro was arrested Friday on a Wood County warrant.
Johnny Houston, 48, of Winnsboro was arrested on Saturday for Aggravated Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury.
Also on Saturday, Dwayne Gerloff, 33 of Pittsburg was arrested on two Camp County warrants.
Jonathon Nolen, 37 of Winnsboro attempted to Evade Arrest or Detention Saturday. He failed.
Game Day: Volleyball hosts Texas High; Team Tennis at Marshall
Two Sulphur Springs sports teams that stumbled out of the gate at their first district competition will attempt to bounce back this Tuesday game day. The Lady Cats’ volleyball team lost their district opener to Hallsville last Friday. They will attempt to even their district record Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. as they play host to always tough Texas High. The Lady Cats did beat Texas High in a tournament but district play could be different. Freshmen and JV games will be played before varsity starting at’ 4:30 p.m. We’ll bring you Lady Cats’ volleyball Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. live on KSST radio. We’ll also videotape the game for replay at a later date on Channel 18 on Suddenlink Cable.
Meanwhile the Wildcats’ team tennis squad will also be trying to bounce back this Tuesday. They travel to Marshall for a 3:30 p.m. match Tuesday afternoon. The Wildcats opened district play last Tuesday with a loss at Hallsville.
TxDOT Offers Free Inspection of Child Car Seats
AUSTIN – With 3 out 4 child car seats improperly installed, the Texas Department of Transportation encourages all caregivers to make an appointment for a free inspection at the agency’s 25 statewide district offices. TxDOT reminds all Texans that properly restraining their children while riding in vehicles is an everyday, year-round responsibility. It’s also the law.
“We are determined to educate parents and caregivers in Texas about the importance of buckling their child into the correct car seat for their age and size,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “It’s not only the law, but we’re also trying to save lives through proper use of safety seats.”
As part of national Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 18-24, TxDOT reminds drivers that Texas law requires all children under 8 – unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches – to be in a car seat whenever they ride in a passenger vehicle. Failure to properly restrain a child can result in a ticket of up to $250. In 2015, 83 children younger than 8 years old were killed in crashes in Texas. In 2014, that number was 81.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3 out of 4 child car seats are not properly installed. Common child safety seat errors include: installing the seat too loosely; putting the harness straps through the wrong slots; leaving harness straps too loose; positioning the chest clip incorrectly; and using the wrong seat belt path.
Drivers should refer to their specific car seat manufacturer’s manual for instructions on how to install the safety seat. The vehicle owner’s manual also includes information on the proper placement of the car seat and proper use of the seat belt or LATCH system.
To schedule a free car seat check with a nearby TxDOT Traffic Safety Specialist, text the word “seat” and your ZIP code to 876526. Drivers also may visit SaveMeWithASeat.com to learn if a child should be in a rear-facing seat, forward-facing seat or booster seat.
During Child Passenger Safety Week, a TxDOT safety demonstration van will travel the state to show caregivers how to choose and install the correct car seat for their child. TxDOT also is conducting special local celebrity story times featuring the newly released children’s book, “Bernard in the Backseat.” The book features a lovable teddy bear taking his first car ride. A free digital version of the book is available at SaveMeWithASeat.com.
