Rex Flippin
1932 – 2022 Rex Flippin Rex Allen Flippin was born at the family home in Sulphur Springs, Texas, to Paul Garnet Flippin and Eva Murrell (Anglin) Flippin on September 6, 1932. He died at his home on Saturday, December 31, 2022, surrounded by his family. He married Jo Ann Garrison on March 5, 1951, at her parents’ home in Como, Texas. She preceded him in death on December 16, 1989. He married Shirley Jean Garrett on July 14, 1990, in...
What’s In Store For 2023?
By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, [email protected] With the new year you may be interested in being healthier, but what does healthy mean? The word healthy can be hard to define because there are many factors that contribute to one’s health. So let’s start with a few basics: A Balanced Plate: A balanced eating routine adds up over time. Try to...
Chamber Connection – Jan. 4, 2023: Awards Nominations Accepted Until Jan. 20; Banquet Tables & Tickets Available
By Butch Burney, Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Thanks to everyone who has mailed or emailed nominations for the superlative awards that will be given out at the annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce’s Membership Banquet on Feb. 16. Here are some tips for those who want to nominate individuals, businesses, groups or clubs for the awards. This is a nomination process, not a voting contest. The nominations go to committees that...
2 Teens, 1 Man Arrested For Disorderly Conduct
Medical Complaint Results In Intoxication Arrest Three people — two teens and a Cumby man — were arrested for disorderly conduct, while a medical complaint resulted in one intoxication arrest Monday, according to arrest reports. West Main Street Fight Cumby Police responded at 3:53 p.m. Jan. 2, 2023, to a disturbance on West Main Street in Cumby. The officer reported two male residents, ages 17 and 24, to have been...
Man Shot Jan. 2 During Foot Pursuit Confirmed Dead
Deceased Allegedly Threatened Others On Holiday Drive, Pointed Gun At Officers The man who was shot during a foot pursuit with local authorities Jan. 2 died as a result of his injuries, officials confirmed Tuesday morning. Texas Rangers are investigating, and the name of the deceased is not at this time being released by authorities. The police officer who fired his weapon is on administrative while Texas Rangers investigate. An...
Both Soccer Teams Win Season Openers Friday
Sulphur Springs had itself a wonderful season opener for both soccer teams. Men and women’s soccer won to start their seasons 1-0. The Lady Cats got the action goin Friday, Dec. 30 as they hosted Henderson, ranked as high as #4 coming into the season. Coach Adriana Brena and her squad proceeded to beat the top-10 ranked Lady Lions 4-2 at Gerald Prim Stadium. The win at home on Friday, Dec. 30 starts off the season with a 1-0...
7 Arrested On Possession Charges Over The Weekend
Seven individuals were arrested on possession charges, resulting from three traffic stops and a suspicious vehicle check, conducted over the weekend of Dec. 30, 2022 to Jan. 1, 2023, according to arrest reports. East Industrial Drive Traffic Stop Sulphur Springs Police Cpl. Chris Rosamond and Officer Zach Davis reported stopping a Chevrolet van at 10:57 p.m. Dec. 30, 2022, for defective lighting. Upon contact with the driver, police...
Meal A Day Menu And Senior Citizens Center Calendar for Jan. 2-6, 2023
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 the week of Jan. 2-6, 2023 includes: MONDAY, Jan. 2 — Sweet and sour chicken, mixed vegetables, egg roll. TUESDAY, Jan. 3 — Sliced ham, macaroni and cheese, squash, okra and tomatoes. WEDNESDAY, Jan. 4 — Tater tot casserole, broccoli,...
Paris District Road Report for January 2, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Jan. 2, 2023. 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...
William “Dub” Matheny
William “Dub” Matheny William “Dub” Matheny, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, in Como, Texas. William was born on October 16, 1940, in Coleman, Texas, to parents, Horace and Tennessee Matheny. William is survived by his daughters, Teresa Moore and husband Christopher of Antlers, Oklahoma, Karen Dalton and husband Phillip of Sulphur Springs, Texas, and Dorothy Friddle and husband Jesse of Como, Texas; son, Kevin Matheny of...
