Wildcat Football Continues Two-Game Road-Stand Friday
Sulphur Springs last Friday hit the road for the first time this season, traveling to Hallsville to take on the Bobcats. Friday, Sept. 9 did not go as planned as the Wildcats fell in Hallsville 34-21. Sulphur Springs had a much better second half, much like their first scrimmage at home versus Lindale, but could not overcome a shaky start on both sides of the ball. The Bobcats came screaming out of the gate, reeling off three...
Linda Cowser Stinson
Linda Cowser Stinson Linda Cowser Stinson, 82, of Mount Vernon, Texas, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday September 7, 2022. A graveside memorial service/visitation will be held at the Mt. Vernon City Cemetery September 17, 2022, at 2 p.m. with all invited. Linda was born August 18, 1940 to B.E. “Stacker” and Billie Orren Cowser in Purley Texas. They preceded her in death. Linda completed Business College in Dallas...
Lady Cats Volleyball Continues Chugging Along to District Play
Coach Bailey Dorner and her squad continue to roll through their fall season, as they have just three games to play before volleyball begins their district season. They play both two home and road games over the next 12 days, alternating between home and the road until Saturday, Sept. 20. But before we can look ahead to district play, Sulphur Springs first finishes a three-game home-stand Tuesday. The Lady Cats host Melissa on...
Team Tennis Starts District Play Tuesday
Wildcat team tennis Coach Tony Martinez is excited to begin district play this week. Sulphur Springs hosts Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at the Tennis Center. Last week saw team tennis travel to Wills Point, a perennial state contender in tennis. Against stout competition, Coach Martinez’s squad could only manage two wins against a dominant program. Both the mixed doubles team and the #4 player for the Lady Cats, Jessie Lee,...
Farmer’s Market at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances will be promoting the Sulphur Springs cafeteria this Wednesday. The new chef at the CHRISTUS cafeteria is working to incorporate Texas grown produce into the menus. You can join CHRISTUS Wednesday morning at their Farmer’s Market featuring the same Texas vendors the cafe uses. Texas grown produce will be for sale from 10 – 2 pm. “This would be an excellent time to join us for lunch at...
Obituary – Jeff Tanton
Jeff Tanton Jeff Tanton, age 59, of Rockwall, Texas, passed away on September 11, 2022. He was born May 15, 1963, in Sulphur Springs, to Ernest Gene Tanton and Cathy Bartlett Tanton. He married Debi Erickson Tanton in 2000 in Farmers Branch, and had worked for many years in facilities management. Jeff loved cars and being outdoors hunting and fishing. He was known for his dependability, his tremendous work ethic, and for nurturing...
Trading Post for September 12, 2022
For Sale: a Polara Sportsman 500 four wheeler. “In great shape.” Asking $4,500.00 for it. Also for sale, a 350 gallon portable septic tank. Asking $150.00 for it. And, two round bathroom sinks. Asking $25.00 each. Metal Posts measuring 5′, 12′, 10′, and 8′. Also, for sale, an Oak-coffee table, two end tables, and one sofa table. Asking $150.00… If interested in any of these items, or for more...
Meal A Day Menu – Sept. 12-16, 2022
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 Sept. 12-16, 2022 includes: MONDAY, September 12 — Sloppy Joes, Black Beans and Corn and Hamburger Dill Slices. TUESDAY, September 13 — Rope Sausage, Cut Sweet Potatoes and Cornbread. WEDNESDAY, September 14 — Sliced...
Paris District Road Report for September 12, 2022
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Sept. 12, 2022. 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...
Chamber Connection: VFW And American Legion Host Sept. 10 Blood Drive At Brookshire’s
By Butch Burney, CEO/President, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, [email protected] Past cooks have until Friday, Sept. 23, to register for the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival and retain their site from last year. If you have cooked stew in the past or want to for the first time, now is the time to register for Stew Fest, presented by Alliance Bank. The Stew Festival is Saturday, Oct. 22, with Friday night...
