County C I Tatum Reports ICAC Numbers
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office and the Sulphur Springs Police Department have been affiliated with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force for the past year. Wednesday morning, after yet another arrest for online solicitation of a minor, Sheriff’s Chief Criminal Investigator Lewis Tatum shared some stats compiled over the past year.
According to Lewis, Hopkins County Sheriff’s office has 12 arrests with 51 cases as of the most recent arrest on Tuesday, March 17. This include both online solicitation and child pornography. He said the Sulphur Springs Police Department has seven (7) arrests which are all online solicitation. Total for the county and city is 19 arrests and 51 cases.
Lewis said there are two officers from the county office and one officer with the city police department that are accredited in performing the tasks necessary to make the arrests. These officers are monitoring the local area for solicitation and child porn. These numbers are reported to ICAC.
Lewis said he does not understand why perpetrators from the metroplex seek to contact minors for sex in the area. He added that Hopkins County and Sulphur Springs are not alone and that other surrounding counties are also encountering the same issue.
Lady Cat Softball 3-0 in District
The Lady Cats’ softball team made a dramatic comeback scoring two runs in the top of the seventh inning and then holding on to the lead in the bottom of the seventh to defeat Texas High 3-2 in Texarkana Tuesday night. Summer Wyatt pitched all seven innings to get the win. The Lady Cats improve to 3-0 in district play with their second straight road win in as many nights. The Lady Cats host Mt. Pleasant Friday night weather permitting.
Follis Pitches First District Win
Wildcats pitcher Tyler Follis threw an 85 pitch seven inning complete game five-hit shutout as the Wildcats opened district play with a 2-0 win over Texas High at Eagle Stadium Tuesday night. Follis also perfectly executed two safety squeeze bunts driving in two runs scoring Larry Pryor each time. The Wildcats are 1-0 in district and they improve to 4-5 for the season. They travel to Mt. Pleasant Friday night weather permitting.
“Updated” Putnam Arrested For Online Solicitation
March 18, 2015 – James Wesley Putnam,42, was arrested Tuesday for online solicitation of a female under 17-years of age using explicit conversation by text messaging and internet.
James Wesley Putnam
Instead of an underage female, Putnam was being answer by local law enforcement personnel. He was arrested off of Buford Circle near the skate park. He had been told to not show up at the park but he did not heed the warning. He reportedly confessed to the crime.
Wednesday morning at Hopkins County Jail, Justice of the Peace Brad Cummings arraigned Putnam and bond was set at $75,000.
Tyrik Rollison Looking Towards Next Level
Texas A&M University-Commerce welcomed many pro scouts for NFL teams to Memorial Stadium in Commerce, Texas on Tuesday afternoon. Among the Lions to participate in drills was 2009 Sulphur Springs High School graduate and A&M Commerce quarterback Tyrik Rollison.
Rollison said he was thankful to do the one thing he had looked forward to all his life. He said if he is not drafted next month, he will continue to seek a spot on an NFL roster. He did not think he was 100 percent but was pleased with his performance. “Football is my life right now.” Rollison said he was staying in the weight room and working out with an eye to future play.
Remembering his role in the 2008 Texas 4-A Division II state championship title brought to Sulphur Springs from a victory over Dayton in the Alamo Dome, Rollison said that he appreciates the support and love he has received from people in his hometown.
Tyrik spoke about his Pro Scout Day experience and performance with KSST News and Sports Director Don Julian on Tuesday afternoon.
Pro Scouts look on as Rollison participates in passing drills.
Rollison prepares to launch a pass to a Lions receiver.
Tyrik Rollison being timed in the 40.
Local Couple gets Married on St. Patrick’s Day
One local couple will remember St Patrick’s Day 2015 and a groom is saved the fear of forgetting the date of his anniversary. Celebrating this holiday will never the be same for them.
On a sunny spring-like day, Justice of the Peace and Licensed Baptist Minister B J Teer officiated the wedding in which the groom wore Irish Green and the bride wore the traditional white. The wedding, conducted at The Lodge, included the ceremony as well as the celebration of the reception. An Irish blessing, a saint’s holiday, and best wishes as they work out life together.
“Updated” Dan the Man Has an Auction Saturday
Dan Hammiter, better known to most people in Sulphur Springs as Dan The Man is planning an auction this Saturday for what he considers an interesting collection of items from local businesses that have closed. Dan the collector discussed items on KSST’s Good Morning Show with Enola Gay Tuesday morning.
Celebration Plaza Events set for April and May
A number of events are scheduled for Celebration Plaza during the months of April and May. Shane Shepard, Community Development Director for the City of Sulphur Springs, says the “Red, White, and Brews” event May 23rd, Memorial Day Weekend, from noon until 4 p.m. should be a great success. The wine and beer festival will feature official Texas wines and Texas Craft beers. The wine vendors will be on the square. Currently there are eight wineries prepared to uncork their wines and as many of 15 are expected. Three Texas beers will be available at Bayou Jacks, Louviney Cellars and Bistro, and Muddy Jakes. A representative of each brewery will be at the restaurants as well. A Market event will be featured in the evening hours concluding the day at 10 p.m.
Saturday, April 25th is the date for the 2nd Annual Rotary Crawfish Boil “Claws for a Cause” on Main Street from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. The all you can eat event is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Tickets are available at local banks and area businesses. Proceeds from the event benefit local charities. Live music will be featured during the event. A number of out-of-towners are expected to present for the event, according to Shepard.
April 8th the morning Farmer’s Markets will begin. The evening markets begin May 2nd with free movie night on the Plaza beginning May 1st.
Several tourism and development events will also include the city.
“Updated” Grandson Rustles Grandfather’s Cattle
A 20-year old Rowlett man was arrested and faces a charge of rustling some of his grandfather’s cattle herd in Sulphur Bluff. Toney Hurley, a special ranger with the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association arrested the man after he checked a cow and a bull into the Sulphur Springs Livestock Auction Monday. According to an arrest report, the man confessed to the theft of livestock. His grandfather indicated he would press charges.
Jacob Thomas Ramsey was charged with theft of cattle under ten head Tuesday before Justice of the Peace Brad Cummings who set bond for Ramsey at $10,000.
90-plus Banquet
Over 190 letters were mailed last week inviting the honorees, family and friends to the 10th Annual Clara Bridges’ 90+ Banquet. The banquet honors those 90 years of age and older. The Banquet will be held at the Sulphur Springs Church of the Nazarene, Saturday, April 25th from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM.
At the event this year, seven (7) seniors will have reach age 100 by the end of the year including Clara Snow who will be 110 in November.
1st Choice Home Health and East Texas Physical Therapy are co-sponsors of the 2015 event.
For more information contact Karon Weatherman at the meal-a-day center or email her at [email protected]
