Paris Junior College Students Enjoy a Break
ENJOYING BREAK
Students at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center campus enjoy a short break between classes as they visit in the hallway with Secretary Dana Smock, left. Students in the group include Jessica Sisk, Alyssa Cockrum, Veronica Bussell, Liberty Gaunt and Jay Leitner.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Tommy Harris in Honor Of Black History Month
In light of Black History Month, we would like to commemorate a member of our community who embodies the spirit of excellence and positively influences the lives of those who live here in Sulphur Springs, Mr. Tommy Harrison. Mr. Harrison is an inspirational man who proudly served this country for 40 years before retiring from the US Department of Defense and returning here to Sulphur Springs five years ago. In that time he has become a very important member of our community. He sits as part of the city council and zoning board and is known for his humble, selfless, and kind spirit. He lives by the scripture “a man that hath friends must shew himself friendly; and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” (Prov 18:24 KJV) And this is shown by Mr. Harrison’s hospitable actions towards others daily.
In wake of the recent ice storm we experienced here in Sulphur Springs, Mr. Harrison was seen checking on the wellbeing of his neighbors as well as the community abroad. He made phone calls on behalf of those in need and stopped by the homes of others to see where he could offer his assistance. He also stands on the scripture “Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.” (Prov 27:17 KJV). He is recognized as a man that always has the thought in his mind of how he can be a service to others in his community and this city.
Tommy Harrison is a man who loves God, family, this city, and this country and we want to honor him and thank him for continuing to be a compassionate inspiration to this community and those around him.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News Release Feb. 27, 2023
Sulphur Springs, Texas, February 27, 2023 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.
New Primary Care Provider
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is excited to welcome Rebecca Couch, Nurse Practitioner, to our team of Primary Care providers. Rebecca is eager to treat new patients in the Sulphur Springs area. She is accepting new patients at 105 Medical Circle, (Medical Building 1). To schedule an appointment, please call 903.885.3181.
Digestive Issues? We can help.
At CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs, we offer some of the latest treatment options for patients with gastrointestinal disorders. Our highly trained team, led by gastroenterologist Dr. Umair Sohail, provides screening, diagnosis and advanced treatments for a wide range of complex digestive disorders including: colonoscopy and colon cancer screening, heartburn and reflux, abdominal pain, nausea and ulcers, bowel issues, gallstones and pancreatitis. If you would like to schedule an appointment with our CHRISTUS GI team, talk to your primary care physician about a referral.
Hopkins County Health Care Foundation Lights of Life Gala
Tickets for the 2023 Lights of Life Gala tickets are now on sale. This year’s event will be on April 22, 2023 and include dinner, dancing, and live and silent auctions. For tickets, please visit the Gala website: LOLGala2023.givesmart.com. For more information, please contact the Foundation at [email protected] or 903.438.4799.
The CARE Unit: Inpatient Rehabilitation
We at CHRISTUS are proud of our comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program. We provide the highest quality care in order to improve the functional independence of those we serve. Listed are some of the specialties we treat: amputation, brain injury, bilateral knee/hip replacement, certain arthritic conditions, deconditioning, hip fracture, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson’s disease, post back and cardiac surgery, spinal cord injury, and stroke. The Inpatient Rehab teams uses an interdisciplinary team approach for recovery with a goal to return the patient to a healthy, fulfilling and independent lifestyle.
Open 24/7, we provide around the clock nursing care, three hours of therapy per day, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and social work/discharge planning to return home. If you believe you or a family member may benefit from an inpatient rehab stay, please contact us at 903.438.4570 for more information.
Longview Police Looking For Missing Woman
Feb. 27, 2023 LONGVIEW, Texas – The Longview Police Department is asking for public assistance in location a missing woman.
Vanitra Odom, 46, is a 5-foot and 3-inch woman who weighs approximately 300 pounds with black hair and brown eyes and wears glasses, according to a release.
Police said she could be driving a silver Honda Accord with a license plate number of NKT6466.
Odom’s family believes she could be in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
If you have any information on Trinity’s whereabouts, please contact Longview Police Department at 903-237-1199
Hopkins County Commissioners Court Approves Affordable Rental Housing
Feb. 27, 2023- Hopkins County Commissioners Court met today to discuss the proposed construction of affordable housing east of I-30 at Texas Street. The proposed housing plan will give approximately 1410 feet in total for each unit. Three buildings in total were proposed during the meeting. The Hopkins County Commissioners Court approved the proposed item. Additional details on the building were not available during the meeting.
NETLA Livestock Market Show Winners
Feb. 27, 2023- The NETLA Livestock Market was held last Saturday, several types of livestock were shown during the event from heifers to poultry. Students from all over North-East Texas showed up to participate in the event.
Steer
- Sr. Mika Gray – MGFFA
- Int. Lila Bettes – NHFFA
Lamb
- Sr. Reece Regan – HC4H
- Int. Ryan Regan – HC4H
- Jr. Kallie Mabe – MGFFA
Poultry
- Sr. Braxton Northcut – MGFFA
- Int. Kayson Logan – HC4H
- Jr. Avery Hinton – SSFFA
Swine
- Sr. Ashley Pace – NHFFA
- Int. Jenna Murray – CPFFA
- Jr. Serenity Albritton – CFFA
Goat
- Sr. Kennedi Lambert – SBFFA
- Int. Hattie Bland – NHFFA
- Jr. Olivia Kelly – MGFFA
Heifers
- Sr. Coen bell – SSFFA
- Int. Kurt Feick – HC4H
- Jr. Katie Alexander – MGFFA
Heifer Champions
Grand – Abbie Melton – MGFFA
Reserve – Coen Bell – SSFFA
Ag Mechanics
Grand – Wayne Hinton, Tate Bradford, Garrett Tubb, Jose Flores – SSFFA
Reserve – Cash Gamblin, Braddox Rawson – SSFFA
Showmanship – Cash Gamblin, Braddox Rawson – SSFFA
Sulphur Springs Emergency Sirens Will Be Tested February 27
February 27, 2023 – Emergency sirens will be tested in Sulphur Springs at noon today by the Sulphur Springs Emergency Management Office.
The test is to gauge the reliability of the emergency warning system and is conducted to find any potential flaws in the system so they can be corrected prior to a real emergency situation. The sirens could be sounded not only for weather warnings such as tornadoes, which are the most common in the area, but also in case of any emergency that could affect the safety and lives of citizens in Sulphur Springs.
Recent tests have shown the emergency sirens to be a ready source of warning in case of emergencies such as tornados or other threats to safety.
This will only be a test
Couple Charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Arrested in Hopkins County
February 27, 2023 – Eric Wayne Caviness and Anna Carol Caviness were arrested in Hopkins County and each jailed on a separate warrant for aggravated sexual assault of a child.
Hopkins County Sheriff Deputies stopped the blue Chevrolet Cruze for a defective licence plate light on I-30 near mile marker 139. A records check showed each occupant to have a outstanding warrant. They were arrested and transported to Hopkins County jail without incident.
The warrant for their arrest was out of Bexar County i.e. San Antonio Texas. They own a communication company in San Antonio and have ties to their birth state, Tennessee.
The couple remains in Hopkins County Jail Monday Morning.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Wildcats Baseball in Wylie East Tournament This Weekend
Coach Jerrod Hammack and Wildcats baseball this weekend head to Wylie East for their second tournament on the spring season.
The three day invitational runs Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 2-4.
This past weekend saw Sulphur Springs tee off their regular season in Mount Pleasant for a three day tourney.
Wildcats baseball went 2-1-1 at their former district foe’s invitational.
Thursday had the Wildcats taking on Pittsburg, but falling to their new district foe in their season-opener 9-1. The Pirates had two or more runs in three innings, with Sulphur Springs lone one coming in their last at-bat.
Things steadily improved from there for the baseball team.
A second game immediately after their loss to Pittsburg had the Wildcats teeing off with Atlanta, and their second-straight contest showed the grit of this squad.
The Rabbits immediately jumped out to a 2-0 lead at the top of the game, but Sulphur Springs struck back with a run of their own. Trailing 2-1 for 2.5 innings, the bottom of the fourth was huge for the Wildcats as Coach Hammack’s squad drove in three runs taking a 4-2 lead.
Atlanta in their last at-bat tied it up 4-4 and the score went unchanged from there for one of the Rabbits’ two ties of the weekend.
Luckily for the Wildcats, it would be their final non-victory of the weekend.
Friday, Feb. 24 saw Sulphur Springs taking on host Mount Pleasant, and Coach Hammack’s team got their first win on the season, shutting down the Tigers 6-0.
Kaden Mitchell pitched the shutout, going all five innings while giving up only two hits. The Wildcat struck out five Mount Pleasant batters and walked one in the win.
A run in the second began a snowball effect. In the third, a staggering six walks plus a single saw Sulphur Springs jump out to their commanding lead in only the third inning, giving way to the first win for the baseball team on the year.
Coach Jerrod Hammack’s squad saved their best for last though in an 11-1 drubbing of Grace Community on Saturday.
The Cougars got out to an early lead putting a run a on the board, which was quickly nullified when the Wildcats put two of their own in the immediately following at-bat.
Things fell apart for Grace Community in the fourth inning. Sulphur Springs hit two doubles, reached first with four Wildcats being walked, and several errors and failed fielder’s choices saw Coach Hammack’s team put nine runs on them, quickly being called thereafter.
Matt Mitchell went 2 for 2 on the day, driving in three runs and crossing home himself once. The Wildcat batted 5 for 10 on the weekend and drove in another run earlier Saturday in the win over Mount Pleasant.
Sulphur Springs picked up two-straight wins on Saturday, their first on the season. Following the tourney, Wildcats baseball is 2-1-1 on the year.
Next up, Coach Jerrod Hammack and his team head to the Wylie East tourney running Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 2-4.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Jim Chapman Lake and White Oak Creek Mitigation Area Master Plan 2023
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, FORT WORTH DISTRICT
P. O. BOX 17300
FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76102-0300
February 15th, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE
OPEN HOUSE FOR THE RELEASE OF THE DRAFT JIM CHAPMAN LAKE AND WHITE OAK CREEK MITIGATION AREA MASTER PLAN 2023 JIM CHAPMAN LAKE, SULPHUR RIVER BASIN HOPKINS, DELTA, BOWIE, CASS,
MORRIS, AND TITUS COUNTIES, TEXAS
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Fort Worth District, hereby informs the public that the Draft Jim Chapman Lake and White Oak Mitigation Area Master Plan (MP) 2023, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), and Environmental Assessment (EA) will be available for public review. An open house will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on February 27, 2023, at the Hopkins County Civic Center, 1200 Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas, 75482.
The public open house will give an overview of the proposed changes to the current Jim Chapman Lake and White Oak Creek Mitigation Area Master Plan, provide instructions on how to submit comments, and provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions and provide feedback. The 30-day public comment period will begin on February 28, 2023, and end on March 30, 2023.
For those unable to attend the public open house, the draft MP, EA, comment form with instructions, and a downloadable presentation covering the same topics covered in the open house will be available for download starting on February 27, 2023, at the following Fort Worth District website:
https://www.swf.usace.army.mil/About/Lakes-and-Recreation-Information/MasterPlan-Updates/Jim-Chapman-Lake/
The current MP for Jim Chapman Lake and White Oak Creek Mitigation Area was last approved in 1990. It requires revision to address changes in regional land use, population, outdoor recreation trends, and the USACE management policy. Key topics to be discussed in the revised MP include revised land use classifications, new natural and recreational resource management objectives, recreation facility needs, and special issues such as invasive species management and existing habitats. Public participation is critical to the successful revision of the Master Plan.
Comments, suggestions, and questions can be submitted in writing and given to the USACE staff at the scheduled open house, emailed to [email protected], or mailed to Matthew Seavey, Jim Chapman (Cooper), Lake Manager; 64 Clear Springs Park, Texarkana, Texas 75501.
Sincerely,
Brandon E. Wadlington
Chief, NEPA & Natural Resources Section
Regional Planning and Environmental Center
