Winnsboro Police Department Oct. 4-10, 2021 Media Report
The Winnsboro Police Department’s weekly media report for Oct. 4-10, 2021, included the following:
Arrests
- Michelle Lindsey, age 50, of Winnsboro, was arrested on September 7, for driving while license invalid with previous convictions; possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1, greater than or equal to 4 grams but less than 200 grams; and possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1, greater than 1 gram but less than 4 grams.
- Alecia Dickerson, age 40, of Athens, was arrested on September 7, for driving while the license invalid with previous convictions.
- Abel Gomez, age 36, was arrested on September 8, for no driver’s license.
- Tillema Barrett, age 24, of Winnsboro, was arrested on September 10, on a Wood County warrant for burglary of a building.
Calls for Service
The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 147 calls for service during this reporting period.
Citations
The Winnsboro Police Department issued 39 citations and 64 warnings during this reporting period.
Savannah in the Morning Needs Your Help!
KRVA’s Savannah in the Morning show is asking for your help! Her family friend Steve needs a kidney.
In 2017, Steve was diagnosed with a renal disease called focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). Basically, it’s scarring of the glomerulus (filters) in the kidneys. The disease progressed very slowly, but in 2021 it picked up speed which led to renal failure.
Steve started dialysis in the middle of August. Basically, dialysis is a medical procedure that assists in the process of cleaning impurities out of your blood when your kidneys can no longer do it effectively and need assistance. Dialysis is a difficult and time-consuming process but allows Steve to live an active lifestyle as he waits for a match. He is on the transplant list but that list is over 100,000 people. And that is why we are asking for your help. His best option is a live donor, and we are hoping we can find his match soon.
Kidney donation is a huge ask, but saving a life is the greatest gift of all. Kidney donation has progressed to a minimally invasive surgery with a quicker recovery time. And the best part is all the costs of the kidney donation will be covered by Steve’s insurance.
Help us spread the word!
If you want to learn more please visit: https://www.kidney4steve.org/
If you are interested in taking a free online test to see if you might be eligible to donate visit: https://www.kidney4steve.org/become-a-donor
Celebrate Cooper Lake State Park’s Anniversary Oct. 15,16! Free Fun for Entire Family!
News Release
Media Contact: Steve Killian, [email protected], 903-916-0211
October 2 nd , 2021
Celebrate Cooper Lake State Park’s 25 th Anniversary and so much more during October!
Cooper, TX— Fall may be the best time to experience a Texas State Park and Cooper Lake State Park is no exception! Making this October more special than most is the park’s 25 th Anniversary Celebration. Cooper Lake State Park was opened to the public in 1996 and is one of the newest parks in our vast Texas State Park system. The festivities will take place on October 15 th and October 16 th . We are waiving all entrance fees during the two-day event so that means, FREE!
On October 15 th at the Doctors Creek Unit, we will host our official 25 th Anniversary Ceremony at 10am. Headliners will be the Texas State Park Director, Rodney Franklin, the Hopkins County Judge, Robert Newsom, the City of Cooper Texas Mayor, Darren Braddy, the Army Corps of Engineer Lake Manager, Matt Seavey and others! The public is invited, and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Doctors Creek, Inc.
Special thanks to the Cooper ISD and North Hopkins ISD for event support.
**On October 15 th at 7pm, at the South Sulphur Unit, the Main Street Community Theatre of Sulphur Springs will host a theatrical production. This performance will be held at the amphitheater located near the Honey Creek Day Use Area. The production is free and is titled, “Community Players Variety Show.” Arrive early for the best seating.
**On October 16 th , from 9am to 4pm, at the South Sulphur Unit, a wide variety of family fun events and displays will be provided. This includes guided hikes, visit with water safety dog – “Bobber”, learn about the mammals of the park, get a quick course on
boater safety, visit with a game warden and so much more! That night, the park is hosting the Reilly Springs Jamboree Band with special musical guests on October 16 th from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. This is the perfect way to conclude our 25 th celebration on the banks of Cooper Lake listening to classic country music. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the concert! This free fun event will provide concert goers with
access to some of the best local music our area has to offer. Listen in your lawn chairs or in your boat floating on the lake. Bring your own refreshments and food and enjoy! Remember, alcohol is not allowed. Special thanks to the Friends of Doctors Creek, Inc for supporting this musical event!
Celebrate with us by fishing! Fish from the bank, off our pier, fishing wall, or rent a kayak and try your luck along the shoreline. Fish attractors have been placed around the Doctor’s Creek floating fishing
pier and the fishing wall at South Sulphur to help increase fishing success. Crappie, bluegill, bass, and catfish are commonly caught at both park units. Fishing licenses are not required if you are fishing from the bank or fishing pier at Cooper Lake State Park.
Other popular activities include hiking our trails, or just resting under a giant Post Oak tree, or camping at one of our tree-canopied campsites.
During our normal schedule, Park entrance fees are $5 for
adults; kids 12 and under always free. Senior Texans 65 or older will only pay $3 to enter the park daily with a Bluebonnet Pass (Remember, park entrance is free October 15 th and 16 th).
Unlimited park entrances for you and everyone in your vehicle can be
accomplished with the purchase of a Texas State Park Annual Pass for $70, which is good for over 12 months. Buy your pass and let your Texas adventure begin! For more information on this or other events and programs, please visit and like our Facebook pages (Cooper Lake State Park – South Sulphur (903)-945-5256 and Cooper Lake State Park – Doctor’s Creek (903) 395-3100).
October Educational Programs and Events – Cooper Lake State
Park – South Sulphur & Doctors Creek
Friday, October 15 — Doctor’s Creek 25 th Anniversary!!
Join us as we celebrate 25 years as a State Park! Free Park Entrance!
*25 th Anniversary Ceremony at 10a.m. – Listen to the Texas State Park’s Director, Hopkins County Judge and others about how Cooper Lake State Park is serving the citizens of Texas. Event refreshments and setting provided by Friends of Doctors Creek, Inc.
*Buffalo Soldiers – 11 a.m. Join 1st Sgt. Padilla as he travels to Cooper Lake to help bring in our 25th anniversary. Enjoy stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and much more.
*Community Players Variety Show – Friday October15 at 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
performing at South Sulphur at the Honey Creek Amphitheater.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment with the Community Players Variety Show.
Saturday, October 16 — South Sulphur 25 th Anniversary!!
Join us as we celebrate 25 years as a State Park!! Free Park Entrance! All events start at 9 a.m. lasting until 4 p.m. and are located at Heron Harbor unless otherwise noted –
*Buffalo Soldiers – Join 1st Sgt. Padilla as he travels to Cooper Lake to help bring in our 25th anniversary. Enjoy stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and much more.
*Army Corps of Engineers featuring Bobber the Water Safety Dog! Come out to meet Bobber the Water Safety Dog.
*Boater Safety with a State Park Police Officer – meet at 2 p.m. between the kayaks and fishing Wall of Gulls Bluff boat ramp and Heron Harbor day use. Learn the rules of the water and boater safety.
*Master Naturalist – stop by and speak with an expert of all things flora and fauna.
*Angler Education – Back Yard Bass casting opportunity – Fishing on dry land?
*Game Wardens – Curious about the rules and regulations of hunting and fishing? Learn the rules and more speaking with the local Game Warden.
*Dutch Oven Cooking at 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Meet at Gulls Bluff Pavilion. Join the NETDOGs as they prepare an assortment of yummy food using cast iron cookware.
*Trail Hike – 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Meet at Coyote Run trailhead. What tree is that? What animal or insect is that? Learn the answer to these and more during a short hike.
*Skins and Skulls – Get an inside look at some of the creatures that live in our park.
*Live Music – Reilley Springs Jamboree Band with special guests – 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the South Sulphur Gulls Bluff Boat Ramp Parking Area. Country Music, talented guests and Comedy. Bring your lawn chairs for an amazing music treat! This event is provided by Friends of Doctors Creek, Inc.
Sunday, October 17 – DC
*The Wildlife are Starting to Look Different – 10 a.m. Meet at Doctors Creek Pelican Point Day Use Area. The trees are not the only thing changing color and or preparing for cooler temperatures.
Friday, October 22 — SS
*Owls at 6:30 p.m. Meet at South Sulphur Coyote Run trailhead where we’ll take a short hike on the trail looking and listening for owls during this fall night-time hike.
Saturday, October 23 — DC & SS
*Spiders! – 10 a.m. Meet at South Sulphur Heron Harbor Day Use Area. Join us for a web twisting investigation into these sticky traps.
*Calling All Turkeys – 2 p.m. Meet at Doctors Creek Pelican Point Day Use Area. Explore the history of turkeys in Texas, where they live now. Discover what a snood is?
Sunday, October 24 – SS
*Predator or Prey? – 10 a.m. Meet at South Sulphur Heron Harbor Day Use Area. To eat or be eaten, that is the reality of life in the wild.
Saturday, October 30 – DC & SS
*The Good, the Bat and the Ugly at 10 a.m. Meet at South Sulphur Heron Harbor Day Use Area. Texas is home to 32 species of bats. Learn about these fascinating flying mammals.
*Wildlife Walk at 2 p.m. Meet at Doctors Creek Cedar Creek North trailhead where we’ll take a short hike on the trail looking out for the creatures that live in our park.
Sunday, October 31 – DC
*The Good, The Bat, and the Ugly – 2 p.m. Meet at Doctors Creek Headquarters. Texas is home to 32 species of bats. Learn about these fascinating flying mammals.
*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather, if cancelled an update will be made to the Facebook posting. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.
Meal A Day Menu For Oct. 11-15, 2021
Volunteers prepare meals at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and deliver them five days a week to Meal A Day program recipients in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. The Meal A Day Menu for Oct. 11-15, 2021, includes:
- Monday – Parmesan Chicken, On a Bed of Egg Noodles, Italian Vegetables and Garlic Sticks.
- Tuesday – Cheeseburger Casserole, Pinto Beans, and Broccoli.
- Wednesday – Chicken Spaghetti, English Peas and Garlic Sticks.
- Thursday – Rope Sausage, Cajun Corn and Okra, and Corn Bread.
- Friday – Steak Fingers, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Green Beans and Roll.
The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center is a place where Senior Citizens age 50 and over can have a good time with old friends and make some new ones. Meal-A-Day is just one service the center provides. The coffee pot is always on and a smile is on each face. The SCC has a full library with all different kinds of reading books that can be taken, read and returned. Take as many as you like and bring some of your books in to share with others. Click here to find more information for seniors citizens.
A Spooky Night at the Museum is Coming Saturday, October 23, 2021
A Spooky Night at the Museum is coming up on Saturday, October 23, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will be games, snacks, and a special twist on playing in the museum.
Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased at the museum, or by calling 903-886-6055.
Address:100 Maple St., Commerce, TX 75428
Courtesy Stop On SH 19 North To Check On A Motorist Resulted In A Felony Arrest
5 Others Arrested On Controlled Substance, Related Charges; Teen Jailed On Marijuana Charge
What started off as a courtesy stop to check on a motorist in Birthright resulted in a felony controlled substance arrest, according to arrest reports. In unrelated incidents this week, a youth learned the consequences of having an illegal substance in a drug-free zone Friday, and at least four others were also booked into the county jail on controlled substance charges from Oct. 4-8, 2021, according to arrest reports.
Call Leads to 2 Arrests
Michael Allen Comfort and Taylor Elise Allen were arrested Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, for possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance in a drug-free zone.
Sulphur Springs Police responded with Hopkins County EMS at a Church Street address, to what was reported as a possible overdose. One person was reportedly transported to the hospital.
SSPD Officer Francisco Castro stayed with a man and woman at the address. After being granted permission to search a vehicle, he reported finding a number of syringes loaded with suspected herion and methamphetamine. A case with a plastic bag containing suspected meth and black tar heroin was also located, Castro alleged in arrest reports.
Both Comfort, who is also known by Matthew Joseph Comfort, and Allen were arrested for possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance in a drug free zone, according to arrest reports.
The 35-year-old Longview man and 30-year-old Kilgore woman remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday evening, Oct. 9, 2021, on the controlled substance charge. Bond was set at $30,000 on the third-degree felony charge, according to jail reports.
SH 19 North Courtesy Stop
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Officer Timothy around 4:40 p.m. Friday noticed a gray Nissan Armada with one rear flasher active, parked with the motor still running, on the side of State Highway 19 north across from the dollar store in Birthright. So, King conducted a courtesy stop to see if the driver was in need of assistance.
Before getting out of his vehicle, King noted the driver had begun to accelerate the vehicle, while in park. He approached the passenger’s side of the SUV. Inside, he reported seeing a male leaned back, sleeping in the driver’s seat, with a white baggy containing a crystal-like substance King suspected was methamphetamine.
King requested a deputy to respond to assist him in waking up the sleeping man behind the wheel of the SUV, then took a photo of the substance, documenting its existence. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Richard Greer and a Delta County Sheriff’s officer responded to King’s request for back up.
The officers opened the driver’s side door and attempted to place a handcuff on the wrist of the man inside the Armada, he began jerking away, not following officers’ commands, King alleged in arrest reports. The officers continued to instruct him to comply with their instructions but he continued to stiffen his arm and wouldn’t put it behind his back, So, King grabbed one arm and Greer the other and put him on his stomach so the handcuffs could be applied, according to arrest reports.
A records check of the Missouri license plate produced an incorrect return. Numerous broken glass pipes were found in the SUV when it was inventories. The occupant, identified as 35-year-old Emmanuel Alejandro Ojeda-Carbajal of Kansas City, Missouri, was booked into Hopkins County jail on a possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charge, according to arrest reports.
Ojeda-Carabajal remained in Hopkins County jail at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. His bond was set at $25,000 on the charge.
Marijuana In A Drug-Free Zone
An officers walked into the south restroom entrance in a drug-free zone at 9:45 p.m. Friday and noticed two individuals in a single stall. One of the individuals was found to have what turned out to be two small Swisher sweet bags in his hand. He complied when the officer asked to check what he had. He reported finding a green, leafy substance that looked and smelled like marijuana in the teen’s possession. Consequently, the 17-year-old was taken into custody for possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana in a drug-free zone, a Class A misdemeanor offense.
The Sulphur Springs teen remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday afternoon, Oct. 9, 2021. Bond on the charge was set at $2,000, according to jail reports.
KSST does not publish the names or photos of people charged with misdemeanor crimes in staff-generated reports, only those accused of felony offenses.
Traveling In The Left Lane of I-30 Without Passing
HCSO Deputy Thomas Patterson stopped a Chevrolet Tahoe Monday, Oct. 4, on Interstate 30 west at mile marker 121 for traveling in the left lane for an extended period of time and not passing, despite signs posted along I-30 stipulating the left lane is specifically for passing only.
Patterson also, in arrest reports, noted the driver’s behavior showed suspicious indicators, specifically frequent braking when not close to other vehicles or reaching speed near the posted speed limit of 75 miles per hour. While talking with the deputy, the driver, identified as Luis Enrique Sanchez-Ramos, agreed to let him search the SUV. The deputy reported finding a clear resealable bag containing a substance that field tested positive for methamphetamine and weighed 1 pound, 1.8 ounces in the SUV.
The 25-year-old Karnes (a small town in Karnes County), Texas man was arrested for possession of more than 400 grams of a Penalty Group 1/1B controlled substance. Sanchez-Ramos remained in Hopkins County jail Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 on the felony charge. Bond was set at $30,000, according to jail reports.
Jefferson Street Traffic Stop
HCSO Sgt. Scott Davis stopped a white Toyota Tacoma at 1:50 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, on Jefferson Street at Alabama Street for a traffic violation. Upon contact, the officer noted the driver’s hands were trembling. When he asked, Joshua Paul Stillwagoner refused to let him search the pickup, but admitted there was a glass pipe oft he kind used to smoke methamphetamine in the ashtray, Davis alleged in arrest reports.
Due to the 38-year-old Sulphur Springs man’s nervousness, Davis put Stillwagoner in hand restraints and searching him. A small amount of marijuana, a small tin with a baggy of suspected meth and a baggy of suspected Xanax, Davis alleged in arrest reports. Consequently, the man was taken into custody. A search of the truck prior to impound revealed the meth pipe with suspected meth residue in the ashtray. Two additional baggies containing suspected meth residue were located.
After arriving to assist, Deputy Nick Marney continued the search of the truck for inventory prior to it being impounded. Davis transported the 38-year-old Sulphur Springs man to the county jail, where Stillwagoner was booked for possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance, which weighed less than 1 gram as well as a warrant for violation of probation, which he was on for a possession of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance, according to arrest reports.
Stillwagoner was held in Hopkins County jail Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, on the violation of probation charge; bond on the controlled substance charge was set at $20,000, according to jail reports.
Como Warrant Arrest
HCSO Deputies Justin Wilkerson and Nick Marney, aware of a warrant for Suzanne Marie Baca’s arrest, went to the 57-year-old Como woman’s County Road 1475 residence and took her into custody at 7:01 p.m. Oct. 5, 2021, on a warrant for violation of probation, which she was on for a possession of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance.
Baca, who is also known by Suzanne Marie Vaughun, Suzanne Marie McClain, Suzanne Mc-Clain and Suzanne Vaughun-Martinez, was held in in Hopkins County jail Saturday evening, Oct. 9, 2021, on the probation violation charge. The 38-year-old Como woman was arrested on the original controlled substance on Sept. 1, 2019, then released from jail on Sept. 4 after securing the $20,000 bond set on the charge, according to Hopkins County jail reports.
Wine, Music Sampled At Main Street Uncorked Festival Saturday
Saturday afternoon’s weather donned mild and breezy, perfect for those planning to check out downtown and enjoy Main Street Uncorked Wine and Music Festival.
The event kicked off at 1 p.m., and about 3:30 p.m. an estimated 300 had registered, half online in advance and half at the registration booth just off Davis Street, to stroll down Main Street, sample wine from area vineyards Oct 9. After a brisk pace as the event opened, things tapered off for a short time, but were again gearing back up for an evening of entertainment and some of the best Texas wineries, a little shopping, and maybe even a meal at one of the local restaurants for those seeking a bit more sustenance for their evening out.
Although the mercury showed 91 degrees, the autumnal heat of Northeast Texas wasn’t blistering, with wind and over providing a respite while visitors sampled the unique aromatic blends available. Among the featured wineries were Cannon Creek Vineyard, Red Road Vineyard and Winery, Hidden Hangar Vineyard & Winery, Maydelle Country Wines, Phinesse Farms Winery, Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards, and Texas South Wind Vineyard & Winery.
Several vendors too offered wares, including local clothing, specialty soap and other items. Vendors included Marlene’s Sass & Class, Sunlight Soaps, Kat’s Custom Designs, Buff City Soap, Under the Pines Car Freshies, Jennifer Tolar Pink Zebra, Arbala Blossoms Pure Honey and Abby’s Special Dips. Many businesses along Main Street were also open to offer clothing, food, a snack, nonalcoholic as well as other adult beverages.
The Wine and Music Fest also offered live entertainment from the stage anchored at the far end of the event, at Gilmer Street and Main Street. Entertainers slated to perform included Matthew Fiock for the first hour, Lincoln Goodman from 2:30-3:30 p.m. and Twisted Whisky was slated to take the stage from 5 to 7 p.m.
Advance tickets sold online cost $10 each for a bag, glass and tasking bracelet. Tickets at the registration booth cost $15. Wineries also offered tastings for $1 each, with the cost per glass, bottle and case at the discretion of each winery. Main Street Uncorked will continue to offer wine until 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021.
Proceeds from Uncorked will benefit Journey Road, a local non-profit organization working to strengthen foster families in their ministry to foster children. To learn more about Journey Road, visit www.journeyroadministries.com.
Royse City Takes Control in Fourth Quarter, Beating Wildcats Football 42-28
Sulphur Springs fought hard and played a season-best game, but ultimately fell short up against a stout Royse City offense, losing 42-28 on Friday, Oct. 8.
The Wildcats football team pulled the game within one or two possessions at several different points; unfortunately for Coach Greg Owens’s squad, the Bulldogs went tit-for-tat with his team.
The pre-season District 8-5A MVP Champ Petty-Dozier showed why he was favored to win the award, racking up almost 200 yards and three touchdowns in the victory.
The Wildcats looked the best they have all season long on Friday, scoring touchdowns on 1/4 of their offensive drives, and Coach Kurt McCain’s defense made crucial stops to keep Sulphur Springs in the game.
Korderrian “Bull” Turner recovered a fumble deep in Wildcats territory and the special teams unit recovered a muffed punt in the end zone for a touchdown to pull the game within seven at 21-14 with just under 10 minutes to go.
The Bulldogs ended up going on a 21-14 run over the final eight minutes that propelled them to victory at Gerald Prim Stadium.
The Wildcats offense scored the second most points on the season at 28; QB Brady Driver connected on a 29 yard pass to WR Weston Fields for a touchdown; both players lone score on the night.
Senior RB Jesse Bailey got the last TD on the night for Coach Greg Owens’s team.
The loss drops the Wildcats football team’s season record to 0-6 overall (0-3 district).
Next up, Sulphur Springs will be back on the road next Friday when they travel to Corsicana to take on the Tigers.
That game is set to kick off at 7:30 P.M.
We will not be livestreaming next Friday’s match in Corsicana, but we will however be broadcasting the Wildcats’ fourth district game over the radio on KSST 1230 AM.
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.
Paris District Road Report for the Week of October 11, 2021
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of Oct. 11, 2021. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Sherman Area (Fannin, Grayson Counties)
Contacts: Sherman Area Office (903) 892-6529; Grayson Co. Maintenance (903) 893-8831; Fannin Co. Maintenance (903) 583-7566.
The annual crack seal contract project for Grayson County roadways begins Oct. 18. Drivers should expect delays as the work is performed using daytime lane closures. The following roadways will be crack sealed this year: SH 5 from US 75 to the Collin County line; US 377 from FM 901 to US 82; SH 289 from FM 120 to SH 56; FM 121 from US 377 to SH 289; FM 1417 east from SH 56 to US 82; FM 2729 from FM 697 to SH 11; and FM 84 from SH 91 to US 69.
US 75 full depth concrete repair, Grayson County: Crews will be working on US 75 each week from Sunday night through Thursday night. Lane closures will be present at night for crews to replace failed concrete. Lane closures will begin at 7:30 p.m. each night and should be reopened to traffic by 6 a.m. This work will extend from the Collin-Grayson County line to the Oklahoma State line.
US 75, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to SH 91 (Texoma Parkway). Watch for shoulder closures and lane shifts on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between SH 91 and FM 1417 as crews work on building new main lanes, bridges, and retaining walls. Watch for lane closures on the frontage roads between FM 1417 and SH 91. The northbound Washington Street exit ramp is currently closed and exiting traffic is requested to use the Houston/Lamar Street exit ramp. The southbound exit ramp for Park Avenue is currently closed and exiting traffic is requested to use the Lamar/Houston Street exit. A reduced speed limit of 60 mph on the US 75 mainlanes has been set for this construction project.
Northbound and Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic has been shifted onto the existing frontage road near West Staples Street and transitions back to the existing mainlanes near West Cherry Street. This operation will allow for reconstruction of the proposed US 75 mainlanes and the bridge over Center Street. Within this area, the US 75 frontage road traffic has been reduced to a single travel lane, while US 75 mainlane traffic still maintains two travel lanes. Both mainlane and frontage road traffic are separated by concrete barriers.
All eastbound and westbound lanes of Center Street under US 75 are closed to traffic. To detour, eastbound Center Street traffic will turn right on the southbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Park Avenue, and turn left on the northbound US 75 frontage road to return to Center Street. Westbound traffic will turn right on the northbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Houston Street, and turn left on the southbound US 75 frontage road to return to Center Street.
Video animations of the northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch and Center Street detour can be viewed online at:
- Northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLyVQ6rYNhM
- Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Detour for the Center Street closure at US 75: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIMoHaqAFGg
Northbound and Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic has been shifted onto the existing frontage road from just north of Houston Street and transitions back to the existing main lanes south of North Travis Street. This operation will allow for reconstruction of the proposed US 75 main lanes and the bridge over Washington Street. Within this area, the US 75 frontage road traffic has been reduced to a single travel lane, while US 75 mainlane traffic still maintains two travel lanes. Both mainlane and frontage road traffic are separated by concrete barriers.
All eastbound and westbound lanes of Washington Street under US 75 are closed to traffic. This closure is necessary to complete work in preparation of the mainlane detour. To detour, eastbound Washington Street traffic will turn right on the southbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on Lamar Street, and turn left on the northbound US 75 frontage road to return to Washington Street. Westbound traffic will turn right on the northbound US 75 frontage road, turn left on North Travis Street, and turn left on the southbound US 75 frontage road to return to Washington Street.
Video animations of the northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch and Washington Street detour can be viewed online at:
- Northbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Southbound US 75 mainlane traffic switch:
- Detour for the Washington Street closure at US 75:
US 75, Grayson County: at the US 82 intersection. Watch for shoulder closures on the northbound and southbound US 75 main lanes between North Loy Lake Road and Lamberth Street as crews work on building new exit ramps. Watch for shoulder closures and lanes shifts on the eastbound and westbound US 82 main lanes between FM 131 and Loy Lake Road while crews perform bridge construction. Watch for lane closures and lane shifts for the frontage roads at the US 75 and US 82 intersection as crews work on bridge construction and construction of new frontage road lanes.
The westbound US 82 exit ramp for Loy Lake road is currently closed for crews to work on widening the US 82 frontage road. Traffic wishing to access Loy Lake Road is requested to take the SH 91 exit ramp (# 643), or the US 75 exit ramp.
FM 1417, Grayson County: from US 82 to SH 56. Watch for lane shifts and shoulder closures between US 82 and SH 56 while crews are working to construct the new roadway pavement. The ultimate roadway will be a four-lane divided section with turn lanes. A reduced speed limit of 45 mph has been set for this construction project.
FM 131, Grayson County: in Sherman at the Northcreek Drive intersection. Watch for occasional lane closures as construction crews work on installing a traffic signal at the intersection.
Yellow Bridge Road (CR 876), Grayson County: Yellow Bridge Road (CR 876) has been reopened to through traffic at the branch of Pilot Grove Creek as construction on the bridge has been completed.
FM 121, Grayson County: from Jim Jones Road to FM 3356. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as crews work to build portions of the new bridges and roadway. Watch for lane shifts and narrow lanes throughout the project as crews have moved traffic to a portion of the new concrete pavement. The ultimate roadway will be a five-lane section consisting of concrete pavement when the project is completed.
FM 691, Grayson County: from FM 131 to SH 91. Watch for daytime and nighttime lane closures as crews perform pavement repairs on the concrete pavement.
US 75 frontage roads, Grayson County: from FM 1417 to the Collin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform spot base repairs on the roadway.
FM 1897, Grayson County: from FM 1753 to US 69. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform spot base repairs on the roadway.
FM 898, Grayson County: from US 69 to the Fannin County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform spot base repairs on the roadway.
US 377, Grayson County: Willis Bridge at the Oklahoma State line. Watch for occasional lane closures on the existing bridge as workers pour concrete for the new bridge structure.
US 377, Grayson County: from US 82 to FM 901. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install sloped end treatments on pipes and install guardrail.
US 75 debris pickup, Grayson County: from Collin County line to Oklahoma State line. Watch for mobile lane closures as workers pick up debris from the roadway every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday during the nighttime.
FM 996, Grayson County: in Pottsboro from FM 120 to FM 1417. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews blade level the roadway.
FM 902, Grayson County: from Howe to Tom Bean. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews blade level the roadway.
FM 1753, Grayson and Fannin County: from FM 1897 to SH 78. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
The annual crack seal contract project for Fannin County roadways begins the last week of October, 2021. Drivers should expect delays as the work is performed using daytime lane closures. The following roadways will be crack sealed this year: FM 409 from FM 2029 to FM 100; FM 151 from the Grayson County line to US 69; FM 271 from SH 78 to FM 1550; FM 272 from US 69 to the Hunt County line; FM 904 from FM 1550 to FM 64; Loop 391 from FM 1743 to SH 56; FM 1550 from FM 271 to FM 1743; US 69 from Grayson County line to Hunt County line; FM 814 from US 69 to Business US 69B; Business US 69B from SH 121 to FM 814; SH 121 from US 82 to SH 56; and SH 78 from the Oklahoma State line to SH 121.
FM 1552, Fannin County: from SH 78 to County Road 3710. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 898, Fannin County: from the Grayson County line to SH 121. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 824, Fannin County: from SH 56 in Honey Grove to the Lamar County line. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
FM 1550, Fannin County: from County Road 3330 to SH 34. Watch for temporary one-lane closures as workers rehab and widen the roadway.
SH 121, Fannin County: from the Collin County line to SH 56. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers install sloped end treatments on pipes and install guardrail.
SH 121, Fannin County: from US 82 to FM 898. Watch for temporary daytime lane closures and shoulder closures as workers pave a new hotmix pavement surface.
US 82, Fannin County: from SH 121 to the Lamar County Line. Watch for slow-moving construction equipment as crews work on widening US 82 from a two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided roadway. Westbound US 82 traffic has been shifted to the new pavement for the entirety of the project from the Lamar County line to SH 121. Eastbound traffic between SH 121 and the Lamar County line has been opened to two lanes. Watch for occasional daytime lane closures as crews complete the remaining work.
FM 272, Fannin County: from US 69 to the Hunt County line. Watch for daytime lane closures as crews perform spot base repairs on the roadway.
FM 68, Fannin County: from FM 271 to SH 78. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews blade perform base repairs on the roadway.
SH 56, Fannin County: from FM 87 to FM 898. Watch for daytime lane closures as maintenance crews repair the surface on the roadway.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
Contacts: Sulphur Springs Area Office (903) 885-9514; Franklin Co. Maintenance (903) 537-4976; Hopkins Co. Maintenance (903) 885-4031.
FM 71, Hopkins County: from FM 3236 to Sulphur Bluff. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform ditch grading operations.
SH 37, Franklin County: from elementary school to US 67. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews install sidewalk.
FM 3389, Hopkins County: from I-30 to FM 1567. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews rehabilitate the roadway.
SH 11, Hopkins County: From SH 154 to SH 19. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform surfacing operations.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties)
Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance (903) 785-4468; Red River Co. Maintenance (903) 427-3561.
US 271, Red River County: from SH 37 to Titus County Line. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews resurface the roadway.
FM 38, Lamar County: from US 82 to US 82. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures and upgrade bridge rail and metal-beam guard fence.
FM 195, Red River County: from the Lamar County line to SH 37. Watch for temporary lane and shoulder closures while crews improve drainage structures and replace bridge rail.
FM 1487, Red River County: from FM 909 to FM 910. Watch for temporary lane closures while crews widen and rehabilitate the existing pavement and improve drainage structures.
US 82, Red River County: from FM 1159 to the Bowie County line. Watch for work zones and drive safely through construction areas as final work is being performed.
Greenville Area (Hunt, Rains Counties)
Contacts: Greenville Area Office (903) 455-2363; Hunt Co. Maintenance (903) 455-2303; Rains Co. Maintenance (903) 473-2682.
FM 36, Hunt County: from FM 36 to FM 751 at various locations: The contractor will be completing the final forming and pouring concrete drainage structures on FM 1564 and placing roadway striping. The contractor is working placing chevrons and performing profile striping on FM 1570, FM 751 and FM 36.
SH 276, Hunt County, from FM 36 to SH 34 (Quinlan Bypass): The contractor has placed project barricades and has prepared and cleared the right-of-way. Preliminary embankment, excavation, and bridge work has begun with all shafts being completed. This work should not affect existing traffic on SH 34 or SH 276. Roadway construction affecting closures on Spur 264 has begun, this work will affect through-traffic between Meyers Avenue to County Road 2304. Weekend work is to be expected. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
FM 1566, Hunt County: from FM 272 near Celeste to State Highway 34. The contractor has begun mile five of this seven-mile project and is currently reworking the subgrade and bringing in flex base, placing geogrid and compacting areas for roadway rehabilitation and widening. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
SH 66 at FM 1570, Hunt County: The contractor is working to finish begin final punch list items. Please be aware of lane closures and watch for work zones and workers when traveling in this area.
Maintenance crews in Hunt County will be performing overlay on SH 66 from FM 1579 to Caddo Mills and on will be performing spot base repair on various locations on FM 816. Crews will be performing potholing at various locations in Hunt County. Maintenance contract crews will be performing debris removal on I-30 and guard rail repair at various locations around Hunt County. Please be careful when traveling in these areas, watch out for workers and maintain a safe distance from work crews.
Maintenance crews in Rains County will be performing seal coat prep work on SH 34 from SH276 to the Kaufman County line. Crews will be performing various sign installations, potholing, edging, and debris removal. Maintenance crews will be performing herbicide operation on various roadways. Please watch for lane closures, work zones and workers along the roadway, and maintain a safe distance from work crews.
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Lady Cats Volleyball Drops Five Set Heartbreaker In Texarkana
Coach Bailey Dorner’s volleyball team got out to a 2-1 set lead against Texas High but could not hang on, losing a five set heartbreaker in Texarkana.
Sulphur Springs lost set one, but it would not last long as they rallied to take sets two and three to lead the undefeated Lady Tigers two sets to one.
From there Texas High showed their grit by winning set four and a shortened set five to claim victory in a five-set match versus the Lady Cats volleyball team.
The loss drops Coach Bailey Dorner’s squad’s season record to 19-13 overall (5-3 district).
The loss also puts Sulphur Springs comfortably in fourth place in District 15-5A.
Three of the last four contests have gone to five sets, going 2-1 in those three games; Tuesday, Sept. 28 in Hallsville and Friday’s contest in Texarkana were both losses while Friday, Oct. 5 home contest versus Mount Pleasant was a win for Sulphur Springs.
Next up, the Lady Cats volleyball team will be back on the road when they travel to Marshall for a hotly anticipated rematch between the Lady Mavs and Sulphur Springs.
Marshall comes in to the game a half game ahead of Sulphur Springs at 5-2 in district play.
Coach Bailey Dorner and her program will no doubt be looking to rebound from the Friday loss to Texas High by getting a second win on the season versus Marshall.
Tuesday’s match for Sulphur Springs is set to begin with JV and freshman teams in Marshall at 5 PM followed by the varsity showdown at 6 P.M.
That game will be broadcasted on to KSST 1230 AM.
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.
