November and December 2022 Grand Jury Indictments
The Hopkins County Grand Jury signed 12 indictments during the December 2022 session and 68 indictments during the November 2022 session, pushing those cases forward for prosecution.
December 2022 Indictments
Named in the December indictments were eight individuals, including two men accused of two offenses each and one man accused of three offenses.
Indicted during the December 2022 Grand Jury session were the following:
- Latyeerra Latrice Andrews — Evading arrest detention with a vehicle.
- Donald Wayne Dowling — Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance.
- Michael Gene Hadaway — 2 Charges
- Possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance and
- Manufacture or delivery of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance in a drug free zone.
- Brian James Lacy — Obstruction or retaliation.
- Fernando Montes De Oca — Two Charges
- 2 counts of manufacture or delivery of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance in a drug-free zone.
- Shane Michael Ray — Burglary of a habitation.
- Joshua Lee Ray — Burglary of a habitation.
- Joshua Lamar Rigsby Sr. — 3 Charges
- Evading arrest or detention with a vehicle;
- Prohibited substance or item in a correctional, civic or community facility; and
- Unauthorized use of a vehicle.
November 2022 Indictments
During the November 2022 Grand Jury session, the charges listed in the indictments varied from controlled substance, marijuana, theft, forgery and money laundering offenses to evading arrest and unauthorized use of a vehicle, deadly conduct and aggravated assault. Among the 53 named in the 68 indictments were four individuals accused of three offenses each, one named in four cases, and four named in two cases each.
Among the individuals indicted during the November 2022 Grand Jury session in Hopkins County were the following:
- Charles Ray Potts Jr. — 3 Charges
- Tamper with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair;
- Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance; and
- Engaging in organized criminal activity.
- Matthew Lynn Snyder Engaging in organized criminal activity.
- Jerry Wayne Hill — Engaging in organized criminal activity.
- Eric Montreal Anderson — Theft of firearm.
- Jermaine Santrel Edwards Jr. — Theft of firearm.
- Darius Deshun Ewing — Theft of firearm.
- Ricky Reshun Miller — Theft of firearm.
- Edarious Jaquez Rogers — Theft of firearm.
- Kristen Danetta Archer-Stearns — Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Montego Marquis Braxton‐Woods — Forgery of a governmen document, national instrument, money or security.
- Kindle Dye — Forgery of a government document, national instrument, money or security.
- Bianca Carina Cavarrubias — Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
- Roxanne Lee Jimenez — Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
- Ruby Ann Ordonez — Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
- Kinverlyn Roque-Camacho — Aggravated Assault with a deadly weapon.
- Braxstan Lee Cole — Criminal attempt or fabrication of phys ical evidence with intent
- Elizabeth Gail Coleman — 3 Charges
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance; and
- 2 theft of firearm offenses.
- William Tyler Vick — 4 charges
- Unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon;
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance; and
- 2 theft of firearm charges.
- Samantha Gail Crotzer—Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- William Brian Donald—Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Kattie Lanette McKeithen—Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Daniel Garcia— 2 Charges
- Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B ccontrolled substance; and
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Cambron Perez-Reyna—Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance;
- Cambron Perez-Reyna— 3 Charges:
- Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance;
- Tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair; and
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Reginaldo Rios—Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B ccontrolled substance;
- Gary Lee Gibson—Theft of property valued at less than $2,500, enhanced to a felony due to 2 or more previous convictions.
- Dedric Terrell Godbolt—Possession of more than 4 ounces but no more than 5 pounds of marijuana.
- James Timothy Gwatney— Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Daren Wayne Sims — Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Mark Anthony Hernandez — Money laundering $30,000 or more but less than $150,000.
- Mary Lee Hernandez—Money laundering $30,000 or more but less than $150,000.
- Heather Nicole Herring — Possession of more than 4 ounces but no more than 5 pounds of marijuana.
- Jerry Wayne Hill III— Money laundering $2,500 or but less than $30,000
- Tyrae Taymond Jacobs— 3 Charges
- Evading arrest or detention with a vehicle;
- Unauthorized use of a vehicle; and
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Kenneth Wayne Jordan — Unlawful Possession of a firearm by a felon.
- Anita Ann Mack—Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Octaviano Martinez‐Balderas — Deadly conduct-discharge of a firearm.
- Laramie Jordan Massey — Aggravated assault of a date, family or household member with a weapon.
- John Adam McGinn — Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance.
- Roy Russell Montgomery — Unauthorized use of a vehicle.
- Jon‐Mykal Phillips — 2 Charges
- Possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B ccontrolled substance; and
- Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Eddie Lamar Ringo Jr. — Evading Arrest or detention with a vehicle.
- Markevus Deshun Taggart— 2 Charges
- Evading Arrest or detention with a vehicle; and
- Unauthorized use of a vehicle.
- Erin Taylor Rushing — Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Maria Guadal Sanchez‐Estrada — Possession of less than 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1-B controlled substance.
- Melissa Beth Scott — Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance.
- Pamela Denise Tarrant —Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Ryan Keith Tucker—Aggravated perjury
- Katherine Leanne Turner — 3 charges
- Criminal mischief resulting in $2,500worth or more but less than $30,000 worth of damages; and
- 3 forgery of a financial instrument charges.
- Charlie James Williams— Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Howard Ray Wolf Jr. —Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
- Chelsea Debra Lynn Wortham — Possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1/1‐B controlled substance.
Happy New Year From Your County Extension Staff
By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, [email protected]
As we ponder the events of 2022, there are many good things that took place, along with some not-so-good, but by-golly, we made it! I pray for a good start to 2023 and that you will look up from where your help comes. As I wrap up my columns for 2022, I’ll conclude with a final program summary – the 6th in a series!
4-H & Youth Development – Family & Community Health
Relevance
The Texas 4-H Youth Development Program exposes 4-H members to the academic discipline of family and community health (FCH) and helps youth gain valuable skills and knowledge which they can apply to daily life – projects such as clothing and textiles, food and nutrition, consumer education, health, leadership, community service, and safety. One of the top 4-H projects in Hopkins County is Foods & Nutrition. During workshops, contests, and other functions, 4-H members are given leadership and community service opportunities.
Response and Results
Three Hopkins County 4-H’ers served as Healthy Texas youth Ambassadors, which means they participated in training on various topics and agreed to give back service to the community. One was active in community service projects, 4-H contests, served on district and state 4-H council, participated in leadership events, and will soon be participating in the Wester National 4-H Fashion Show. This individual provided 95 hours of service. A second HTYA contributes a weekly column to the Sulphur Springs News Telegram and has assisted with a county Extension Leadership event.
- Workshops implemented in 2022 included “Sewing Fun Day”
- 27 youth and 6 volunteers participated
- Provided the opportunity for 4-H members to create love bug pillows
- Stations included: assortment of fabrics, cutting stations, ironing stations.
- Participants were able to keep what they sewed. All materials were provided, and eight sewing machines were available for the 4-H’ers to use.
- Foods Fun Day consisted of “Grilling 101”.
- 21 youth and 4 volunteers participated
- Several youth also participated in the Rib-eye Roundup as a result of attending
- provided the opportunity for participants to learn how to cook steaks on a grill
- Eight work stations were set up with grills, charcoal, utensils, seasonings
- All steaks provided by NETBIO
- Participants were able to enjoy their steaks with sides provided by Extension.
- Product Drive
- Month-long community-wide collection sponsored by 4-H Council
- 75 items were collected for the Sulphur Springs Middle School Communities in Schools
- Souper Bowl of Caring
- Collected over 500 pounds of food for NE Texas Food Bank
- 4-H Project Tour Day included tours of:
- Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport (aeronautics/STEM),
- Animal Shelter (Dog/companion animal),
- Municipal Water Treatment Plant (natural resources/STEM)
- 19 youth attended the tour
In addition to these, Cumby ISD is participating in Edu-Nation and the Rural School Success Initiative. They receive support and guidance from the state 4-H headquarters. 4-H is the largest youth organization in the nation for good reason. We touch many aspects of life including family & Community health, agriculture, leadership, photography, public speaking, community service, communications, and much more.
Closing Thought
Let your light shine before others. – Matthew 5:16
Contact Johanna Hicks, B.S., M.Ed., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent, at the Hopkins County Office, P.O. Box 518, 1200-B West Houston, Sulphur Springs, TX 75483; 903-885-3443; and [email protected]
Hopkins County Records — Dec. 30, 2022
Land Deed Transactions
- Debra Lanette Stinson, who is also known as Debra Lanette Stinson Stribling and Debbie Stribbling, and Ronald Bruce Stinson to Circle E. Western Store Inc.; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Daniel Keith Davis II to Alan Screws and Kim Screws; tract in the William Ewing survey
- Amber Nichole Ford to Amber Nichole Ford, Marcus Alexander Ford and Ronnie Miller; tract in the Agaton Caro survey
- Joe D. Jennings and Patricia R. Jennings to Danny Jennings and Savana Jennings; tract in the Edward McLaughlin survey
- Mary Denise Camarillo and Jose Luis Alvarez Martel to Trusty Trailers and Construction LLC; tract in the E. Lindley survey
- Gary Paul Hudson and Kathryn Houston Hudson to Gary Paul Hudson and Lisa M. Hudson; tract in the LP Dike survey
- Dona Kay Cruz to Thompsy Ted Hoover and Peggy Jo Hoover; tract in the Samuel Chandler survey
- Rose E. Veasey, independently and as trustee for the Rose E. Veasey Revocable Living Trust to Collyn Eddins and Paul Eddins; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Billy McIllwain and Nancy McIllwain to Fatmir Cosic and Indira Cosic; tract in the John A. Winn survey
- Oscar Aguilar to Frog LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Stella J. Bagley to Lanequia Bryant and Lonnie Ray Bagley Jr.; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Deborah S. Ochoa and Rene A. Ochoa to James Hampton; tract int he RC Graves survey
- Merida Mabe Estate, Susan Mabe independent executor, to Earl Hollingsworth and Judy Hollingsworth; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- J&K Wagoner Group LLC Series E to Chelsey A. Brown and Marshall J. Brown; tract in the E. Melton survey
- Nancy Beth Grimes to Heather Roxane Grimes; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Atascosa Real Estate Group LLC to Brad Busby and Kinde Busby; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Bradley James Mitchell and Cathy Rae Mitchell to Clovis Duane Mitchell; tract in the SW Hough survey
- Jack A. Gold and Nancy Dee Gold to Patrick William Gold; tract in the Antonio Lazarin survey
- David Owens to Ronald Arellano; tract in the John S. Bowen survey
- Bank Of America NA Trustee for Stephen Marshall Stewart Trust No. III to Stephen Marshall Stewart; tract in the Isaac Friddle survey
- Harriett Fletcher to Johnny Ray Gibson; tract in the WB Stout survey
- Margie Bolin and Thomas H. Bolin to Cecil Lawrence Going; tract in the Thomas Lee survey
- Hazel Petros Dominguez and Jose Luis Dominguez to Javier Flores Camacho; tract in the James N. Hill survey
- Michael Anthony Thompson to Michael Anthony Thompson trustee for the Michael Thompson Revocable Trust; tract in the E. Burkham survey
- Marsha F. Tornn and Timothy R. Tonn to Helen Brennick
- Kason Childress, Kris Childress and Lisa Childress to Dejauna Curtis and Brandon Mizell; tract in Oak Grove Addition
- Jeff R. Massey and Priscilla F. Massey to D’Angelo Investments LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Lawrence S. Pollock III to Kitrala Ranch LLC; tract in the Winnie Jewell survey
- Gary Blake Johnson and Lindsey Johnson to Jarret Russell Teel and Rachel Morgan Teel; tract in the J. Darnell survey
- Timothy Joseph Power to Johnnie L. Campbell; tract in the G. Harrison survey
- Korth Trust Dated August 3, 2022, Robert H. Palmer as second trustee and Valerie L. Palmer first trustee, to McIlrath Properties LLC; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Gonzalo Mejia and Lilly Mejia to Alexandra Michele Adams and Cheve Michael Adams; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Chase Poe, Independent administrator for the David Kyle Poe Estate and the Patricia Poe Estate, to Kelli Williams and Toby Williams; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Barbara J. Jetton Estate, Penny Jetton independent executor, to Penny Jetton and Pamela Morris; tract in the E. Melton survey
- Emmett Wayne Butler Jr. and Joshua Edwards to Lindsay Renee Butler; tract in the Henry A. Reel survey
- J & R Stevens Investments LLC to Santos Acosta; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Rachel Bartlett, formerly known by Rachel Baxter and Rachel Williams, and Quade Baxter to Texas Triad Homes LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Maria D. Romero to Arnoldo Romero Ortiz; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Harvey L. Dodd to Lanny Ricahrd Dodd and Layna Leann Royer; tract in the Levi Landers survey
- B.S.H. Inc., BSH Inc., Sam L. Sevier and Kirby D. Horton to MMVE Property Management LLC; tract in the E. Melton survey
- Daphne Heiney and Rex W. Haney to Stephen Wesley McCullough and Deores McCullough; tract in the Maria J. Santos Coy survey
- Charolotte Hinton Nelson to Van Jennings; tract in the O. Barb survey
- Bobby Joslin and Judy Joslin to Cody Clawson and Kayla Clawson; tract in the O. Barb survey
- Andrea Resendiz, Bianca Resendiz, Noemy Resendiz and Nora Resendiz to Darrian Henson and Neida Resendiz; tract in the John Norris survey
- Kimberly Ann Holmes to Tony R. Dickey and Diane Carole Sears; tract in the S. Norris survey
Applications For Marriage Licenses
- Phillip Bonn Rater and D. Angela Danielle Godbolt
- Michael Joe McPherson and Kimberly Lorrain Perry
- Zachary Andrew Haywood and Cassidy Makayla Rogers
- Jose Jesus Alvarez Tovar and Sonia Gomez Tapia
- Zachary Scott Hunter and Viviana Vazquez
- Freddy Botello and Rebecca Lynn Carnes
- David Gary Breault and Johnitta Janel L. Shepard
- Pepper Le Koonce and Trinity Lee Ann Jenkins
- Kevin Dale Tutt and Tiffany Lynn Ball
- Jaylon Devon Perry and Linzi Lane Phillips
Como Man Jailed After Parking Lot Crash At Sheriff’s Office
Women’s Behavior Resulted In Misdemeanor Intoxication Arrests
A Como man was jailed Thursday after a parking lot crash at Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office. Women’s behavior on two separate calls in the past two days also resulted in misdemeanor intoxication arrests, according to arrest reports.
Crash At Sheriff’s Office
According to sheriff’s office reports, man was observed at 11:53 p.m. Dec. 29, 2022, driving a red Dodge Durango with an expired registration sticker in the sheriff’s office parking lot. The SUV also was reported to have struck another vehicle in the parking lot outside HCSO, deputies noted in arrest reports.
A deputy took the 60-year-old Como man into custody at 11:58 p.m. Thursday and booked him into the county jail at 12:35 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, on an expired registration charge, according to arrest reports. The Como man remained in the county jail on the charge later Friday morning, according to jail reports.
The Durango was towed from the location, according to arrest reports. No information was reported regarding the other vehicle struck in the crash at the sheriff’s office, including whether it was a personal vehicle or sheriff’s office vehicle and extent of damage sustained.
A suspicious activity report was logged at the sheriff’s office at 11:52 p.m. Thursday, with an arrest being made. An ambulance was also requested at the address at 11:57 p.m. Dec. 29, according to dispatch reports.
Brinker Street Disturbance
Sulphur Springs Police were dispatched at 2:36 p.m. Dec. 29, 2022, to a disturbance in the 800 block of Brinker Street. Officers, in arrest reports, noted they had just left a residence in that area, where they’d dealt with a woman who was suspected to be intoxicated.
Upon arrival, one of the officers that’d been there before spotted another officer speaking with the 51-year-old woman and went to talk to her again. Police alleged they could smell an odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from her. Officers noted the Sulphur Springs woman continued to yell and had blood-shot eyes as well. She did not have her teeth in her mouth, so it was difficult for the officers to determine whether she had slurred speech due to intoxication.
The woman refused to submit to any sobriety test. She was taken into custody at 2:48 p.m. Dec. 29, 2022, and booked into jail at 3:38 p.m. Thursday on a public intoxication charge. She remained in the county jail Friday morning, Dec. 30, 2022, on the misdemeanor intoxication charge, according to jail records.
FM 1536 Traffic Issue
Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched at 8:40 p.m. Dec. 28, 2022, to a FM 1536 traffic issue — a woman was reported to be walking in the lane of travel on FM 1536, and was reported to be taking her clothes off as she did so.
Deputies contacted a 24-year-old woman who was indeed in the road on FM 1536 not too far from her address. The rural Sulphur Springs resident, deputies alleged in arrest reports, appeared to be under the influence of a narcotic and presented a danger to herself and others in that state. Deputies placed her into handcuffs at 9:05 p.m. Wednesday and took her to jail, where she was booked in at 10:02 p.m. on a Class C misdemeanor public intoxication charge, according to arrest reports.
The 24-year-old Sulphur Springs woman was released from the county jail Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, after being arraigned on the charge, according to jail records.
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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.
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.
Missing/Runaway Teen Located
Sulphur Springs Police Department Friday morning said the teen, who was reported missing on Thursday, had been located.
Police asked for help Thursday morning, Dec. 29, 2022, locating Kyliegh Marie Nelson, a 15-year-old a thought to have runaway. She was last seen in video footage leaving her residence in a small light-colored vehicle. Officials shared her information with local media and on social media around 10:20 a.m. Thursday asking for help locating the young redhead, and encouraging others to share the photos and information.
Texas State Parks Will Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary In 2023 With Special Events
Start 2023 At Cooper Lake State Park With A Guided First Day Hike
Cooper, Texas — Cooper Lake State Park, along with our other 88 Texas State Parks, will be celebrating 100 years of Texas State Parks throughout 2023. From Franklin Mountains State Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park to Daingerfield State Park and Atlanta State Park, 2023 will be a very special, once in a lifetime 100-year experience.
All of our parks throughout 2023 will host at least one centennial branded event. Cooper Lake State Park will host three such celebrations. Doctors Creek’s celebration will be the “Festival of the Fish.” On Friday, March 31, the “Festival of the Fish” will be for our local schools followed by the “Festival of the Fish” on Saturday, April 1, for the general public. More information will follow, but let’s just say it’s all about the fish! Later in the year on Saturday, October 7, the South Sulphur Unit will host “Legions, Lore and Legacy,” a Halloween themed event.
One of the coolest events of the 100-year celebration will be Texas State Parks’ attempt, with your help, to break the world record for the most S’mores ever created at one moment in time. State parks all around Texas will gather S’mores fans for this camping culinary creation on May 13, 2023. More information will follow, but put this one on the family events calendar!
Cooper Lake State Park is an amazing place for experiencing the winter season. January in Northeast Texas is a special time of year. The leafless post oaks are dormant, but that doesn’t mean you have to be! With many clear cold nights and sunny cool days, you can still experience many outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking, and stargazing. January is the best month of the year for stargazing. Look for cold cloud-free nights for the very best dark sky viewing. Camping during January is enjoyed by many and is a unique experience. After a day on the trails, sharing a hearty meal around a crackling warm campfire is magical. Even in January, large blue catfish and crappie can be caught. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy one of our day-use areas on a warmer winter’s afternoon with the family as the kids play at one of our three playgrounds.
Highlighted events for the month are our “First Day Hike” and “Kids’ Trout Fishing Day”. Get 2023 started off healthier, happier, and wiser with a hiking adventure through the woods. Cooper Lake State Park is hosting two “First Day Hike” events this year on January 1 with one at South Sulphur at 10am and another at Doctors Creek at 2 p.m. Partake in one or both! If these times aren’t right for you, please take a hike on your own throughout New Years Day. In addition, the park is offering an additional 8 programs and events including our “Kids’ Trout Fishing Day” at South Sulphur on January 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fishing gear and bait will be provided for those needing it. No fishing licenses are required with your park entrance permit. Kids 12 and under are always free at Texas State Parks. Note: Adults can fish too as long as they bring a kid!
All programs are free with entrance permit. For more information on this or other events and programs at Cooper Lake State Park, please visit and like our Facebook pages (Cooper Lake State Park – South Sulphur 903-945-5256 and Cooper Lake State Park – Doctors Creek (903) 395-3100).
— By Steve Killian, Cooper Lake State Park Complex Superintendent
Doctors Creek Unit
- Sunday, January 1
- Guided First Day Hike! – 2 p.m. at Doctors Creek Cedar Creek North Loop – Join us on a First Day guided hike to celebrate the New Year in nature
- First Day Self-Guided Hike and or Bicycle Ride! – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Doctors Creek Cedar Creek Loops – Want to hike or ride on your own schedule? Try out our trails for your first day hike or ride! **Stop by Headquarters after your hike/ride to pick up your First Day Hike memento.
- Saturday, January 14
- Skins and Skulls – 10 a.m. Meet at Doctors Creek Headquarters – Get an inside look at a few of the local animals.
- Saturday, January 21
- Fire Building 101 – 10 a.m. Meet at Blue Bonnet Day Use Area – Learn tips and tricks on how to build a perfect fire.
- Saturday, January 28
- Walk and a Talk with a Registered Master Naturalist – 10 a.m. Doctors Creek Cedar Creek trail head. Enjoy a short walk and talk with a Registered Master Naturalist – Topic: Citizen Scientist.
South Sulphur Unit
- Sunday, January 1
- Guided First Day Hike! – 10 a.m. at South Sulphur Buggy Whip Equestrian trail– Join us on a First Day guided hike to celebrate the New Year in nature!
- First Day Self-Guided Hike, Horseback Ride, and or a Bicycle Ride! 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at South Sulphur Trails – Want to hike or ride on your own schedule? Try out our trails for your first day hike or ride! **Stop by Headquarters after your hike/ride to pick up your First Day Hike memento.
- Saturday, January 14
- Skins and Skulls – 2 p.m. Meet at Headquarters – Get an inside look at a few of the local animals.
- Sunday, January 15
- Wildlife Detectives – 10 a.m. Meet at Coyote Run Trail Head. We’ll take a short walk on Coyote Run Trail. Explore how to determine the types of animals that may have been here from the signs they leave behind.
- Friday, January 20
- Stargazing – 6 p.m. meet at Gulls Bluff Boat Launch Parking Lot. Join us as we explore the night sky.
- Saturday, January 21
- Annual Kid’s Trout Fishing Day – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Park at Headquarters and walk to the Event Pond. Experience the joy of catching trout. No rod and reel, no worries we have a few loaners available. Remember your trout bait.
- Saturday, January 28
- Archery 101: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Meet at Buggy Whip Restroom. Registration is required, program limited to 12 participants. Reserve your spot by calling (903) 945-5256 or email Alicia O’Connor at Alicia.O’[email protected]. No experience needed. Ages 10 and up. All equipment provided.
Saltillo Homecoming Celebration
The Annual Saltillo Homecoming celebration night schedule included 3 basketball games. The Junior Varsity and Varsity Boys played Pittsburg, while the Varsity Lady Lions played Campbell. Following, then continued that celebration with a reception in the school library.
Another big part of the Dec. 16, 2022, festivities is recognition of the Saltillo Homecoming Queen and Court.
Saltillo High School senior Yadhira Alonso was announced as the 2023 Saltillo Homecoming Queen; she was escorted by sophomore Heston Peeples. The Homecoming Court also included freshman Duchess Lani Dean, Junior Duchess Harley Perez, Crown Bearer Wyatt Litrell, Flowergirl Audrey Campos, and Duchess Jordan Cartwright. Also participating was 2022 Homecoming Queen McKenna Gurley, escorted by Jordan Metcalf.
Additional nominees included Amira Terry and Allie Lane. Escorts also included freshman Tobin Potter, junior David Whitworth, senior Ethan White, senior Jacob Sexton, senior Luke Ritter and Junior Caden McGill.
Among the members of the Saltillo Class of 2002 recognized were Kelli (Brewer) Olvera, Josh Redar and Jenna (White) DeLange; while the Saltillo Class of 2003 participants included Willie Dean, Branda (McClure) Redar, Claudia (Martinez) Pomales, and Cassie (Thompson) Garmon.
Saltillo Homecoming Queen 2023 Senior Yadhira Alonso escorted by Sophomore Heston Peeples. 
Homecoming Court (from left) Freshman Tobin Potter escorting Freshman Duchess Lani Dean, Junior David Whitworth escorting Junior Duchess Harley Perez, Senior Ethan White escorting Senior Julianna Giles, Senior Jacob Sexton escorting Senior Amira Terry, Crown Bearer Wyatt Litrell, Flowergirl Audrey Campos, Sophomore Heston Peeples escorting senior and 2023 Homecoming Queen Yadhira Alonso, Jordan Metcalf escorting Homecoming Queen 2022 McKenna Gurley, Senior Luke Ritter escorting Allie Lane, Junior Caden McGill escorting Duchess Jordan Cartwright. 
Class of 2002 members attending Homecoming included Kelli (Brewer) Olvera, Josh Redar and Jenna (White) DeLange. 
Saltillo Class of 2003 members attending Homecoming 2022 Willie Dean, Branda (McClure) Redar, Claudia (Martinez) Pomales & Cassie (Thompson) Garmon.
Wildcats Basketball Places 5th in Allen In-n-Out Invitational
Sulphur Springs wrapped up an incredibly successful outing in Allen’s In-n-Out Invitational on Thursday, Dec. 29, winning their final game to place 5th in the holiday tournament.
The Wildcats played a scrappy Rowlett team to round out their final tournament on the season, beating the Eagles 61-52 in Allen.
Rowlett played it close throughout the majority of Thursday’s contest, but a surge in the third quarter, which saw Sulphur Springs outscore their opponents 20-11, paved the way to a second-straight victory in Allen.
Coach Brandon Shaver had three players finish in double-figures. Kordrick Turner had his third 20-point game in the tournament in the win over the Eagles.
The senior forward was followed closely by SG/PG Branson Lynn with 18 in the victory over Rowlett.
Malachi Myles got consistent good looks in the paint thanks to beautiful passing from the Wildcats. The 6’2″ senior scored 16 points on Thursday in Allen’s auxiliary gym.
The 61-52 win over Rowlett wraps up the Allen tournament for Sulphur Springs, who went 3-1 over the three-day holiday invitational. Day-by-day breakdowns of the In-n-Out Invitational:
- Thursday: Coach Shaver’s team beats Tyler Legacy 75-55
- Friday: Sulphur Springs goes 1-1, losing to a buzzer beater but recovering by blowing out their second opponent
Men’s basketball is 18-5 heading into 2023.
Thursday’s win also wraps up tournament play for Coach Shaver’s squad.
After playing four games in under three days, men’s basketball takes a break prior to their next contest on Friday, Jan. 6
Wildcats basketball hits the road that Friday taking on Anna, with the first game in 2023 for this team tipping off at 7:30 P.M.
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.
*** Updated 911 Landline Service Restored In Sulphur Springs
***Update: 911 Landline service had been restored in Sulphur Springs and was fully operational around 10 p.m. Thursday, according to the Sulphur Springs police chief.
The outage was first reported by Sulphur Springs Police Department just before 4:30 p.m. Dec. 29, 2022. Officials released the following public service announcement regarding local 911 service:
* 911 LANDLINE SERVICE IS DOWN
* CELL PHONE 911 SERVICE IS STILL WORKING*
Again, We are currently experiencing a 911 outage for landline telephone service. 911 service for cell phones is still operational. We will update (on SSPD Facebook) when 911 landline service is restored. If you have an emergency, use your cell phone, or please call our office line at 903-439-3719, SSPD officials stated. The outage marked the second time this month, as landline service in the city was down Dec. 20 for several hours as well.
A Year In Review: 2021-2022 4-H Grows
By Mario Villarino, Texas AgriLife Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hopkins County, [email protected]
RELEVANCE
The 4-H program in Hopkins County is multi-faceted. 4-H members and leaders participate in a variety of educational events, projects and activities. Youth gain leadership skills as they participate in youth based programs. The goal of this plan is to promote youth development in to responsible, contributing members of the society. Integration of members taking active role in leadership and public speaking events will be promoted. The enrollment goal for 2021 was 200 youth.
RESPONSE
County Staff implemented the 4- H and Youth Development Program in Hopkins Count y including communication with Club Managers, County 4-H Council, volunteer leaders, record book training, special events. FCH and Ag related 4-H Projects will be covered in discipline specific plans.
The Hopkins County Youth Program Area Committee provided leadership for the planning and implementation of this plan. Promotion of projects and events was conducted using technology based platforms (Youtube, Facebook, newspaper, radio, 4-H gazette) by program participants.
The following activities were conducted during 2021-2022:
- Quarterly 4-H Council Meetings.
- Bimonthly 4-H Gazette.
- School ISDs Networking with school board participation.
- District Work Days.
- National 4-H Week. 4-H Project Show.
- 4-H Recognition Banquet.
- Hopkins County Christmas Party.
- 4 Program Area Committee Meetings.
- Cumby Edunation Initiative Meetings.
- Rural Student Services Initiative meetings.
- 4-H Club Chartering.
- Multi-County Camp planning sessions.
- Hopkins County 4-H Round-Up.
- 4-H Record Book training.
- United Way Support preparation.
- TSC clover campaigns.
- Hopkins County 4-H Project Tour.
RESULTS
Programs and activities were evaluated based on members participation and direct feedback. Since many activities were planned and Implemented by 4-H council members, their opinion during the planning process was Included. Five clubs were chartered and populated during 2021-2022. All planned activities were well attended (more than 50% expected attendance).
