SSHS FFA Meat Judging Team to State
At a recent FFA spring contest, the Sulphur Springs High School Meat Judging Team of Lindsey Froneberger, Morgan Mayers, Madi Rader and Taylor Swinson did well enough to qualify for State competition on May 2. Ag Teacher Amber Norris said the young ladies had to determine different cuts of pork, lamb and beef, had to rate hanging meat carcases and had to identify the proper cooking method for each cut of meat.
SSHS FFA Ice Cream Supper, Projects Show, and Auction
The Sulphur Springs High School Ag Department is having its’ annual FFA Ice Cream Supper, Projects Show and Auction Saturday evening at the Civic Center. Ag Teacher Amber Norris said the event begins with the ice cream supper at 6 p.m. at the Regional Civic Center followed by the auction.
Items in the auction include donated items from local merchants and the work of students. She stated feed troughs, barbecue grills, animal traps, picnic tables, swings, and horticultural items are among those included. There are also items left over from the plant sale will be available. All the procedes go into the the Vo Ag department to assist in financing trips to contests and leadership events.
Many of the projects are being completed this week.
Taylor Named TxDOT Area Engineer in Sulphur Springs
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PARIS – The Texas Department of Transportation has named Daniel Taylor, P.E., as its area engineer based in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Taylor is one of four area engineers serving TxDOT’s nine-county Paris District in Northeast Texas.
“We are fortunate to have Daniel Taylor assume leadership of this important regional sector of the Paris District,” said Paul Montgomery, TxDOT district engineer based in Paris. “He will begin his new duties effective May 1, coordinating our work in Hopkins and Franklin Counties.”
A native of Clarksville, Texas, Taylor began work at the agency as a summer hire in Red River County, and worked at the Paris area office while in college. He received his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M University in 2004 and accepted a position at the Sulphur Springs area office assisting with design and construction. He earned his professional engineers license in 2008. In 2010 his work in the Sulphur Springs office shifted to overseeing construction, and developing plans for State Highway 154 corridor projects. He was named assistant engineer at the Greenville area office in 2013, where he coordinated all construction projects in Franklin, Hopkins, Hunt and Rains counties.
Taylor and his wife, Rebekah, reside in Sulphur Springs. His hobbies include watching and playing sports, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering at his local church.
Renovation of Old City Hall Advancing Rapidly
The renovation of one end of Old City Hall is moving along rapidly. The city business office will return once the work is completed and the police station will double in size as space formerly used for city management will become space for the Sulphur Springs Police Emergency Management and office for detectives. City Director of Finance Peter Karstens is overseeing the project and he gave me and videographer Doug Hasten a tour Monday morning.
Walls are being textured, bathrooms are now ADA accessable, and new office space for city finance are also being prepared. In the next three weeks, the texturing, painting and hanging ceilings will be completed along with new light fixtures. The renovation will allow for a more open look to work areas for employees.
Karstens said he hoped to see the work completed in July and would be addressing the city council in the summer seeking to renovate the remainder of the building. He stated that the work is on schedule.
Lady Cat Win Monday Night Game Moved to Texarkana
Lady Cat softball coach David Carillo surrendered to Mother Nature Monday. After four attempts to reschedule a home game against Texas High, only have those games postponed due to rain or wet field conditions, Carillo and the Lady Cats traveled to Texarkana Monday night April 20 to mark another off the schedule.
The move didn’t dampen the desire to win. Lady Cats’ softball team won a pitchers’ duel, 3-1 over Texas High. The win keeps the Lady Cats in second place with a 9-2 record. The Lady Cats are already quailifed for the play-offs.
The Lady Cats hope to be home Tuesday night at 6:30 to face Hallville at Lady Cat Park for Senior Night. Wednesday night at 5 p.m., the Lady Cats hope to host Greenville on the local field. Friday night the Lady Cats are in Pine Tree for a 6 p.m. game.
Another Big Night For Hannah
More and more people tune in to “The Voice” as Hannah Kirby continues to wow America with her cool dance moves. Of course the watch party will be in full swing at First United Methodist Church.
Cooper Lake Nears Full Mark
Recent rains have Cooper Lake, also known as Jim Chapman Lake, at its highest level in several years. City Manager Marc Maxwell said the lake collected about 6 inches of water this past week and one good rain event would put the lake over the top. The city is breathing easier following spring rains.
Water shed for Cooper Lake is considered small but is adequate to keep the lake at or near full levels with normal annual rainfall.
Weather Advisory for Hopkins Co Until 10:45 p.m. Saturday Night
Rains, Southeaster Hunt, and Hopkins Counties are under a Weather Advisory Until 1045pm CST at 1000pm CST, Radar was Tracking a Strong Thunderstorm near East Tawakoni, or 16mi Southeast of Greenville, Moving Northeast at 40 MPH.
Dime size Hail and Wind Gusts of 50 to 55 MPH will be Possible With this Storm. Locations Impacted Include Greenville, Sulphur Springs, West Tawakoni, Emory, East Tawakoni, Cumby, Como, Campbell, Point, Lone Oak and Tira. This includes Interstate 30 Between Mile Markers 99 and 142.
Precautionary/preparedness Actions torrential Rainfall is Also Occurring with this Storm, and May Lead to Flash Flooding. Do Not Drive your Vehicle Through Flooded Roadways.
A severe thunderstorm watch Remains in effect Until 100am CST For
Northeastern Texas.
Locally Registered Sex Offender Arrested for Failure to Maintain Registration
Herbert Lee Willis, aka Herbie Willis was arrested and placed in Hopkins County Jail. Records show he was arrested for failing to maintain sex offender registration. If convicted of this latest crime, he could face up to 10 years in prison. His bail is set at $30,000.
HERBERT LEE WILLIS, aka Herbie Willis on Texas Department of Public Safety Website
HERBERT LEE WILLIS, aka Herbie Willis
HERBERT LEE WILLIS, aka Herbie Willis
HERBERT LEE WILLIS, aka Herbie Willis
