Wildcats Track Seventh; Gatewood and 4X100-meter Relay Advance to Area
Wildcats’ distance runner Jacob Gatewood qualified for an area meet next week by finishing second in both the 1600-meter run and the 3200-meter run at the district meet in Pine Tree on Wednesday and Thursday. Gatewood will be joined by the Wildcats new 4 X 100-meter relay team that finished fourth. The team is made up of Lawrence Worth, Bubba Hall, Ryan Humphries and Jaylon Hawkins.
Several Wildcats’ athletes qualified as alternates to the area meet. Josh Thompson was fifth in the discus and Derrick Weeks was sixth. Ryan Humphries missed out on fourth place by 1-hundredth of a second in the 300-meter hurdles even though he ran a personal best of 40.07. The Wildcats 4 X 400 relay team of Will Fain, Bubba Hall, Lawrence Worth and Ryan Humphries also earned alternate status.
The Wildcats finished seventh in district as a team. The area meet will be at Whitehouse on April 21.
Miller Grove News April 15, 2016
by Brandon Darrow
Not quite as much news to report this week as the last few weeks – they were chock-full of happenings in the Grove. I do know the rains we have had lately have been beneficial to gardens in the area. Looks like we are in for another round of rain next week but hopefully not the hail we received with the last storm.
Everyone is invited to the Ground Breaking Ceremony for Miller Grove’s new Elementary addition. The ceremony will be held Thursday, Apr. 21, at noon. State Representative Dan Flynn will be on hand for the event as well as other local leaders, the chamber of commerce, school officials and trustees. Cake to serve 200 has also been ordered. We hope that there will be many from the community that come out to take part in the ceremony and welcome the new addition to our growing campus.
Tuesday, Apr. 12, was Open House at Miller Grove Elementary. I stopped by and took a quick walk through the classrooms. It was good to see several people that I used to work with and to see all of the things the students had on display. There were quite a few people when I was there (around 6:00) and I’m sure more showed up as the night went on.
My cousin, Hunter Darrow, is now home from the Marine Corps – permanently. He returned from Hawaii on Monday, Apr. 11, and is here to stay. He and his wife, Tiffney, are excited that he is back home.
Happy Birthday this week to Stephanie (Horton) Bullard on Apr. 17, Zach Crispin & Chandra Lee on Apr. 19, and Quinten Stovall on Apr. 21. One birthday that I missed last week was that of my friend Deanna Hasten. Her birthday was Apr. 12. Happy Birthday Deanna and many more to come!
As you travel the highways and byways don’t forget that all roads lead back home and back to Miller Grove. Please send me any newsworthy information. My email address is [email protected].
Rabies…
by Jim Rogers
Rabies…
The word brings fear as the effect of the disease strikes warm-blooded animals, such as dogs, cats, bats, and bovine, as well as humans. Rabies is a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain that is revealed in symptoms such as fever and tingling at the site of the exposure. That’s not so bad. However, the symptoms are followed by violent actions, uncontrolled excitement, fear of water, inability to move parts of the body, confusion, and loss of consciousness, according to the World Health Organization. Once the symptoms appear, the result is almost always death. From contracting the disease to start of symptoms is usually one to three months but the time can be much shorter or longer depending on when the virus reaches the central nervous system.
Rabies spreads when an infected animal scratches or bites another animal or human. Infected saliva can transmit the virus if it comes into contact with eyes, mouth or nose. Although dogs are the most common carriers worldwide, Hopkins County faces a greater risk from skunks if one examines previous years since 2006. Thirty-six (36) findings of rabies in skunks have been reported along with three (3) cats and one (1) cow, according to the Zoonosis Control Rabies Case Summary of the Department of State Health Services. The largest number of single year cases in Hopkins County was found to be in 2007 and, 11 cases of rabies in skunk in 2009 when eight cases were reported. With the exception of Bowie and Red River Counties fewer cases reported have been reported in the 35-county area that includes Hopkins according to the summary.
As of April 1, 2016, the first quarter for the report, Texas Department of State Health Services has noted 12 potential cases of rabies in the Zoonosis Control Region, which includes Hopkins. Of the 99 animals tested, ten (10) tested positive. None were in Hopkins County. Counties that reported the 12 cases include two (2) cases in Bowie County, two (2) in Smith, and two (2) in Rusk. Those counties reporting a single case include Camp, Van Zandt, Marion, Smith, and Cherokee. The other two potential cases were included when one animal had been shot in the head, thus negating the test procedure, and one submission did not include enough to satisfactorily complete all testing, according to the First Quarter Report. Those testing positively include one (1) canine, one (1) bovine, and one (1) bat. The remainder that was positive was skunks.
State Health Services has dispensed rabies post-exposure prophylaxis to five (5) individuals this year. Three were in this region.
The State Health Services asks veterinarians, animal control officers, and others involved in bite cases to send in specimens to the Austin laboratory for assessment.
Fouse Receives Five Years for Possession of a Controlled Substance
April 15, 2016 – Steve Sterling Fouse, 46, pled guilty to delivery of a controlled substance Thursday in Eighth Judicial Criminal Court. He received five (5) years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Fouse was arrested during a traffic stop on State Highway 19 North at 1:18 pm Tuesday, February 9th, after officers discovered a glass pipe commonly used to smoke methamphetime as well as a small, plastic bag containing three blue pills. Fouse was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance less than 28 grams and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Steve Sterling Fouse
Fouse was indicted in March of this year by a Hopkins County Grand Jury.
Food Allergy or Food Intolerance?
Johanna Hicks
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Family & Consumer Sciences
1200-B W. Houston
P.O.Box 518
Sulphur springs, TX 75483
903-885-3443 – phone
903-439-4909 – Fax
[email protected]
Food Allergies – Do You Have Them?
Does your tongue itch when you eat shrimp or nuts? Does your stomach ache when you eat dairy products? You may have food allergies…but, you might not. People often confuse food allergy with food intolerance.
People often confuse food allergy with food intolerance. Food allergy affects the immune system and can range in reaction from mild to life-threatening – even if a tiny amount of the offending food is ingested, the allergic person can have a severe reaction. Food intolerance, however, is typically related to inability to metabolize an ingredient and is usually dose specific, meaning you can eat small amounts of the offending food without a reaction. The most common food allergies are milk, egg, peanut, tree nut (walnut, cashew, etc.), fish, shellfish (shrimp, crab, etc.), soy, and wheat.
Recent epidemiologic studies sited in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggest that nearly 4% of Americans are afflicted with food allergies, a prevalence much higher than appreciated in the past. Still, approximately 20% of the U.S. population alters their diet for a “perceived reaction,” which may or may not be food allergy.
If you suspect you have food allergy, the first thing you should do is see your doctor, says Extension Health Associate, Janet Pollard. You will likely be referred to an allergist or immunologist who specializes in such disorders. The allergist will likely perform a physical exam and ask for a detailed history. This information is extremely important. Without your help in discussing past symptoms and reactions, it is very difficult for the allergist to assess the potential culprits of the problem. Once your doctor has some ideas about what may be causing the symptoms, he/she will try to diagnose food allergy with some of the following measures:
- Having you keep a written record of your diet and when you have a reaction.
- Having you participate in an elimination diet, in which certain foods are taken completely out of the diet to see if it eliminates the symptoms.
- Performing a skin test, in which small amounts of a potential allergen are placed under the skin to see if it creates a local reaction.
- Performing a double-blind food challenge, in which capsules are ingested with specific food ingredients to see if a reaction occurs –neither patient nor the person administering the test knows what is in the capsules (this eliminates psychological variables).
- Performing a blood test, which is sent to a laboratory to see if food-specific Immunoglobin – E(IgE)antibodies are present. These IgE antibodies suggest that your body thinks the food is a foreign agent and tries to fight it off, producing harmful chemicals such as histamine. Blood tests are typically expensive and used on those with severe reactions, since the other tests could result in a life-threatening reaction.
Common, mild symptoms of food allergy may include hives, swelling, itchy-red rash, eczema, itching or swelling of lips, cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, itchy-watery eyes, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, or wheezing. More severe symptoms can include shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing, tightness of chest, itching or swelling of tongue or throat, change in voice, drop in blood pressure, fainting, and the most severe reaction –anaphylactic shock. Anaphylactic shock can be fatal, either through swelling that shuts off the airway or through a dramatic drop in blood pressure.
If you are diagnosed with food allergy, it is important to learn how to manage your food allergy and to educate others. There is no cure for food allergy. The only way to manage food allergy is by strict avoidance of the offending food. To avoid the food you must read food labels and learn terminology that may be used on the label to identify said allergens; talk to your host, chef, or wait staff when dining away from home; educate others about cross-contamination and how to administer medications in an emergency, including antihistamine and epinephrine.
Cooking Through The Seasons
Now that my spring series of “Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes” is winding down, attention will turn to an exciting event called, “Cooking Through the Seasons.” You will probably see the marketing flyer in some of the downtown businesses. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is very pleased to bring this event to Sulphur Springs. It is different from Taste of Home Cooking school, because everyone will have the opportunity to sample some of the recipes demonstrated. We will also feature Chef Lyndsay Caldwell as she showcases her knife skills using fresh produce. Kim Sellers, Registered Dietitian, will give an overview of a topic on which she is frequently questioned – healthy vs. unhealthy fats. My colleague, Angie Monk from Wood County, will demonstrate recipes featuring whole wheat flour, and Denita Young from Rains County, will demonstrate ideas to dress up your table throughout the year. I will be showing various kitchen gadgets to make food preparation easier. To end the cooking event, we’ll give door prizes.
We will have exhibitors, so if you or someone you know would like to have an exhibit, let me know. “Cooking Through Seasons” is scheduled for Friday, May 20, at the ROC (Recreation Outreach Center), 115 Putman Street, in Sulphur Springs. Cost is $15 which covers goody bags, recipes for six complete menus, sampling, and door prizes. You will also have plenty of time to visit the exhibitors. To register, drop by the Extension Office at 1200-B W. Houston, (next door to the Southwest Dairy Museum), or go on-line to http://hopkins.agrilife.org and click on publications. Print off the form and follow the instructions given on the form. For more information, call 903-885-3443 and I’ll be glad to answer your questions.
Closing Thought
I have always believed that the best leader is the best server – Herb Kelleher
Chamber Connection April 14th, 2016 by Meredith Caddell
Chamber Connection by Meredith Caddell
April 14th by Meredith Caddell
Congratulations Grocery Supply Company for winning the 27th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament!
We had a fabulous day at the Sulphur Springs Country Club last Friday! The weather was Perfect, the course was beautiful and the golfing was superb! Grocery Supply Company did something that no other team has done in the past…not only did they win the low gross with a score of 49, but they also won low net with a score of 42! For prize purposes the GSC team of Ryan McKenzie, Kerry Law, Bobby Brown, Patrick Blanchard, Billy Escobar and Chad Bolton, received the top prize for low gross of dinner for 2 at the fantastic 511 Chophouse at the Country Club.
The team from Fatland Trucking, Casey Fatland, Chip Gifford, Terry Harbin, Blake Birchfield, Tracey Fatland and Michael Diffey scored a low net of 44.3, which earned them each a $100 Credit at Hidden Lakes Hunting Resort!
2nd Place low gross went to CNB & Morris Custom Homes: Robert Langhoff, Sput McCormack, Lance Looney, Brad Morris, Don Sapaugh and Tony Bettes.
2nd place low net went to the team from The Way Radio: Moose Morgan, Mitch Griggs, Chad Griggs, David Perry, Aaron Hanna & Jeff Griggs.
3rd place low gross went to the team from Reaux & Double U Properties: Dallas Peters, Mark Schaefer, Judson Weaver, Chase Johnson, Blaine Moore and Brannon Tucker.
3rd place low net was awarded to the team from Century 21 First Group: Craig English, Blake Johnson, Brian Burney, Mike Jumper, Adam Brooks and Mark Blount.
Other winners for the day were:
Closest to the Line #3: Ryan McKenzie
Longest Putt #5: Cody Wells
Longest Drive-Men #11: Judson Weaver
Closest to the Hole #12-Mike Diffie
Longest Drive-Women #14-Neva Mohesky
Closest to the Hole #18-Chase Johnson
A very special thank you to the staff at the Sulphur Springs Country Club for a fabulous day. Also, thank you to all of the Board of Directors, Ambassadors and other volunteers that made the 27th Annual Golf Tournament a huge success!
Thank you to everyone who attended the ribbon cutting for Dragon Ranch!
Dragon Ranch is a unique gem which, after many years, is now available for private stays in country guest houses as well as events – from corporate retreats to ladies’ spa days or guys’ nights out to family reunions or weddings. The ranch is a preserve for nature features fish stocked ponds and lakes, modern art sculptures throughout the property, miles of hiking trails through woods, resident animals including Zig and Zag the zebras, and one of a kind architecture made of reclaimed materials.
Dragon Ranch is located just minutes off I30 between Greenville and Sulphur Springs TX, and only 1 hour from downtown Dallas.
Thank you to everyone who attended the Ribbon Cutting for Chanler Salons!
Renee Chanler welcomed everyone to their beautiful, innovative new gallery of mini-salon suites, located at 468 Shannon Road. Guests were treated to a fabulous spread of delicious food and beverages! Each stylist has her own suite, so they can focus on just YOU! They provide spa, beauty and personal care! Come see one of their stylists…Renee Chanler, Mindy Bentley, Shelly Vittitow, Kory Dunnett, Misty Carr & Cami Williams For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 903-885-3025.
2nd Annual Tennis Tournament & Fundraiser for CANHelp, Saturday, April 16th
Don’t miss this opportunity for a day of family fun. The 2nd Annual Play It Forward Tennis Tournament and fundraiser benefitting CANHelp. Proceeds from this even will allow CANHelp to continue to provide important services to the residents of Hopkins County in times of need. The even will be Saturday, April 16th at the Sulphur Springs High School Tennis Courts. All ages welcome along will all tennis skill levels. It will be round robin style doubles play. Guaranteed 3 matches & event t-shrit. They will also have a silent auction and concessions! Check in begins at 8:30 and you may pick up entry forms at CANHelp or register at www.canhelponline.org.
Women’s Strength Training & Nutrition Workshop, Saturday April 16th from 9:30-12:30
This workshop is for females of all ages and fitness levels to connect in a small group setting to discuss the benefits of strength/cardio training, body image, confidence building & nutrition. Women may also participate in a 45-minute body weight training session that includes a dynamic warm-up, modifications for anyone new to working out, cool down and breathing drills. Then, enjoy a post-workout recover shake & snack to refuel your body. There is a chance to win great prizes. The cost is only $20! This event will take place at Head to Toe Nutrition on the square at 101 Gilmer Street with Karen Sears hosting the workshop! You may drop off payment and register at 24 Hour Gym Fitness. Attendance is limited, so don’t delay!
Sulphur Springs Airport Civil Air Patrol Open House & Free Flights for kids 8-17-April 16th
The Sulphur Springs Airport Civil Air Patrol will host an open house Saturday, April 16th from 8am-Noon. They will have hands-on aerospace activities for children, aerospace rocketry displays, hovercraft demonstrations, flight simulator, search & rescue operations, fire education trailer, helicopter static display, aircraft static display, communications, and lunch! The will offer free flights as well.
John Chester Dutch Oven Cooking Class, Saturday, April 16th from 8am-2pm
Learn all the In’s and Out’s of cooking with Dutch Ovens. Prepare & Enjoy while you learn! Great lunch and door prizes included! For more information contact Rick Wilson, 903-885-9692 or 903-335-2752 or Carlie Penson 903-383-2648 or 903-348-2239. Cost is only $15 per person @ 416 Jackson Street at Heritage Park!
Reilly Springs Jamboree presents Jack’s Western Swing Round Up, April 16th at 7pm & After Hours!
You don’t want to miss this great evening of entertainment at the Reilly Springs Jamboree, Saturday, April 16th at 7pm. Jack Phillips, along with Caroline Grace Wiseman, Abby Payne and Devon Dawson will be sure to provide a wonderful evening of Western Swing! We will host a Business After Hours at 6:30 with food and door prizes. We encourage everyone to stay for the show at 7pm. Admission is only $10. For more information, please call Enola gay at 903-438-3568.
Exclusive Invitation for Ladies Day Out at Bon Worth, April 16th & 17th beginning at 8am.
Bon Worth is hosting a Ladies Day Out April 16th & 17 starting at 8am. Buy one, get one 20% off select merchandise and All apparel over $20 is now $19.99! So don’t miss it! Bon Worth is located in the VF Outlet Mall.
Ribbon Cutting for Snap Fitness, Wednesday, April 20th at Noon
We will host the ribbon cutting for the fabulous new Snap Fitness, Wednesday, April 20th at Noon. Stop by on your lunch break to check it out! To celebrate its grand opening, the club is offering a pre-opening special with free enrollment for new members, 10% off of monthly dues for six months, ½ price club access cards, and a free “Snap Fitness” t-shirt. This promotion is valid through April 30, 2016.
Club Owner, Wes Armstrong, said, “Snap Fitness will be a game-changer for the community as a whole. “Exercise is vital to good health, and our club is designed to help members transform their lives. Being lifelong residents of Hopkins County and raising our families here, our hometown is important to us and we want to make a difference in our community,” Armstrong said, “We are ready to open our doors and get started.”
According to Co-Owner, Toby Armstrong, the 10,000 square foot club includes: 24/7 access, monthly agreements with no long term contracts, high-quality Cybex equipment, state of the art 12 minute tanning beds, personal trainers, group fitness classes in a 1200 sq foot air conditioned room….classes include Zumba, Yoga, HIIT, Cardio Kick, and Active Senior (with additional classes being added), free weights, treadmills and ellipticals with individual televisions, showers, lockers, and a children’s seating area with a big screen television. “We hope you will stop in and check out our beautiful new facility and all it has to offer,” Toby added. Snap Fitness is located at 400 Gilmer in SS. For more information about Snap Fitness–Sulphur Springs and its special offers, please call 903-848-6100.
Miller Grove will host the ribbon cutting & ground breaking for the Elementary School Addition, 4/21
Please join us for the ribbon cutting for Miller Grove’s Elementary School Addition, Thursday, April 21st at Noon.
Poster Contest for all 5th Grade Students in Hopkins County
Deputy Kelly Wiser with the D.A.R. E. program invites all 5th graders in Hopkins County to participate in the Poster Contest, April 23rd! Topics for the posters may include illegal drugs, tobacco, alcohol, bullying, peer pressure, and/or prescription meds. All posters must be on poster board and students may use any resources on the poster. Entries must be submitted by April 23rd at 10:00am at the Sheriff’s office, 298 Rosemont Street. Awards for the best overall posters. They will also have a free hot do lunch for students. For questions, please contact Deputy Kelly Wiser at 903-438-4040 or [email protected].
“Investing in Our Future” SSISD Education Foundation Expo, Wednesday, April 27th from 11:30-1:00
Registration Deadline for the Education Foundation Expo is Monday April 18th. The event is a wonderful opportunity to hear about the plans for the Sulphur Springs Independent School District. Tickets are only $15. To reserve a seat, please call 903-885-2153 x1101 or email [email protected]. The event will take place at the Civic Center.
Claws for a Cause Crawfish Boil, Saturday, April 30th on Main Street
Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Claws for a Cause Crawfish Boil, hosted by the Sulphur Springs Rotary Club. The event will be Saturday April 30th beginning at 5:30pm on Main Street. All you can eat crawfish & fixins until it’s gone! Live Music from the Zydeco Stingrays. Tickets are available online on FB: Claws for a Cause for $25 in advance and $30 the day of the event.
Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop
The next session will be held on Saturday, May 21, from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. at the Hopkins County Extension Office. The workshop is free and engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Topics covered will be marriage expectations, communication, conflict resolution, money management, and goals & dreams. Lunch and refreshments will be provided by local businesses. Please call 903-885-3443 to reserve seats.
We would like to welcome our newest members to the Chamber of Commerce:
Freddie Taylor & Associates
614 Bill Bradford Rd.
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
Freddie Taylor
903-348-9623
Consultant & City Council
Snap Fitness
400 Gilmer Street
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
Erica Armstrong
903-848-6100
Fitness Center
Chris & Missy McClure
703 Texas Street
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
806-681-7768
Real Estate
Merle Norman Cosmetics & Boutique
212 Davis Street North
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
Gay Bailey
That’s all for now…have a GREAT week!
Meredith Caddell
President/CEO
Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce
300 Connally Street
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
903-885-6515-office
903-885-6516-fax
www.sulphursprings-tx.com
Lady Cats Travel to Mt Pleasant Thursday Due to Field Conditions
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The Lady Cats’ softball team and Mt. Pleasant are finally expected to get on the field today to play a district game. They’ll have to go to Mt. Pleasant to play the game. Lady Cat Park is still unplayable after rain last night and early this morning. The game was originally scheduled here on Tuesday night at 6 p.m. Then it was rescheduled for here Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Now it will be played at 5:30 p.m. in Mt. Pleasant today.
It’s an important game for both teams as they jockey for the highest playoff seed as possible. The Lady Cats are 7-3 in district play and Mt. Pleasant is 8-2. Both trail Hallsville. When the two teams played last month in Mt. Pleasant, the Lady Tigers got a one-run victory. The Lady Cats are 23-5 for the season and Mt. Pleasant is 14-8-3.
Como-Picktons Students’ Projects to be Auctioned in Scholarship Fundraiser
As a part of the Como Crawfish Festival, the Como-Pickton FFA and SkillsUSA students have designed and constructed projects that will be used to raise money for the Clay Evans Memorial Scholarship for Como-Pickton Seniors. The event, on CR 2337 just off FM 69 (follow the signs) is set for April 16th, 2 p.m. until 8 p.m.
A patio fire pit built by River Thomas and Brayden Densmore will be raffled for the scholarship fund. Tickets are available from event organizers.
A crawfish eating table constructed by Marabella Santivanez, Alberto Morales, and Samuel Murillo for SkillsUSA competition.
A dutch oven table with a seasoned, ready to use dutch oven will be a part of the live auction.
The FFA and SkillsUSA students that construct and donate these projects are living the FFA motto: Learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, living to serve.
Gatewood, Taylor Qualify for Area; More Results Coming in Thursday
Jacob Gatewood down but not out after his 2nd place finish in the 3200 meter (2 mile) run. Gatewood, who had been sick for days before the race is helped up by Peyton Vickery. a team mate, who ran the 3200.
One Wildcat and a Lady Cat qualified for the Area Track Meet next week in Whitehouse on the first day of the District Track Meet in Pine Tree Wednesday. Jacob Gatewood finished second in the 3200-meter run with a time of 10:07.41. Imani Taylor won the long jump with a leap of 17.07 ¾. Wildcats and Lady Cats’ track teams are competing in the District Tract Meet in Pine Tree Wednesday and Thursday.
In the 3200 meter run Wednesday, Jacob Gatewood, who had been sick for several days before the meet, expended all his energy in a second place finish to qualify for Area (see picture caption).
Several athletes qualified for finals Thursday at District in several events. Jaylon Hawkins advanced Wednesday in prelims of the 100-meter dash. Bubba Hall advanced in the 200-meter run and Ryan Humphries advanced in the 300-meter hurdles.
For the Lady Cats, N’ysa Dugan and Sedavia Porter advanced in the 100-meter dash, Makenzie Moore, Abbi Baier and Faith Hatley advanced in the 110-meter hurdles, Baier and Hatley also advanced in the 300-meter hurdles and Sheretta Hill advanced in the 400-meter run. After the first day, the Wildcats were in fourth place and the Lady Cats were in sixth place.
Events Thursday include the 100-meter dash final, the 800-meter dash final, 300-meter hurdles final, the 4 X 400-meter relay, the high jump, the 200-meter dash final, the 1600-meter run final, the discus, 400-meter run final, the 4 X 100-meter relay, the 110-meter hurdles final and the 4 X 200-meter relay.
District track will wrap up Thursday as athletes are attempting to qualify for an Area Meet at Whitehouse next week.
KSST will be updating this story during the day with additional Wildcat wins.
