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Paris District Road Report for July 11, 2022
Jul10

Paris District Road Report for July 11, 2022

Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting July 11, 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...

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3 Jailed This Week On Felony Warrants
Jul08

3 Jailed This Week On Felony Warrants

At least 3 people were jailed this week in Hopkins County on non-controlled substance felony warrants. Kasey Anderson Benson Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Josh Davis and Bobby Osornio contacted Kasey Anderson Benson at an FM 69 south residence and placed him into custody at 10:10 p.m. July 7, 2022. The 44-year-old Como man was booked into Hopkins County jail after midnight on the injury to a child, elderly or disabled...

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Obituary – Gunnar Davis Gatlin
Jul08

Obituary – Gunnar Davis Gatlin

Gunnar Davis Gatlin Gunnar Davis Gatlin, age 26, of Naples, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Gunnar was born in Dallas, Texas on August 4, 1995, to John Davis Gatlin, II, and Tamara Wilson Gatlin. Gunnar worked as a truck driver and loved off-roading and mudding in his Jeep or working on anything he could get his hands on. He was outgoing, funny, and caring and will be forever missed by this family he leaves behind. He is...

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Looking For Something To Do? Opportunities Abound With Texas AgriLife Extension
Jul07

Looking For Something To Do? Opportunities Abound With Texas AgriLife Extension

Johanna Hicks By Johanna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent for Hopkins County, [email protected] A local news agency has stopped asking if Texas A&M AgriLife Extension has anything going on, and now asks, “What’s coming up next?” They know we always have an opportunity for involvement – seminars, workshops, community events, etc. So with that being said, I wanted to provide a list of...

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City Budget, Master Fees Schedule Ordinances And 2022 SIP Contract Amended
Jul07

City Budget, Master Fees Schedule Ordinances And 2022 SIP Contract Amended

Inflation has skyrocketed over the last year, increasing costs of pretty much everything, forcing many individuals, groups and businesses to cut back or find other ways to make up the difference in their budgets. The City of Sulphur Springs is no exception. To more accurately reflect the record inflation levels and changes from projected revenues and expenses, Sulphur Springs City Council approved Ordinances adjusting the city budget...

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Wyvonne Ford
Jul07

Wyvonne Ford

Wyvonne Ford Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and outstanding woman of God, Wyvonne Ford passed away June 29, 2022, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Wyvonne was born November 26, 1938, in Sulphur Springs, the only daughter of Lillian Irene Jones Harrison and Benjamin F. Harrison. Wyvonne excelled in academics, athletics and the arts, graduating 3rd in her class from Douglas High School in Sulphur Springs, where she...

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Trading Post for July 7, 2022
Jul07

Trading Post for July 7, 2022

Blueberries picked daily on our family farm east of Sulphur Springs, $5/lb. Cucumber 3/$1. No herbicides or pesticides used. Also have a tub of white-lavender violets and 2 chili pepper plants in starter pots, $2 each. Please call 903-945-2986 for details. Lab mix pups about 3 months old, need forever homes, beige, black, black and white mix 903-945-2653 or 920-426-0020 text. cleaning out storage to make room for some new stuff, i...

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Chamber Connection – July 6
Jul05

Chamber Connection – July 6

By Butch Burney, President/CEO, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, [email protected] Get your luau on at the Chamber’s next Business After Hours, hosted by Heritage Home Health and Hospice, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at the Chamber office Heritage will have tropical drinks, food and fun music for everyone to enjoy! Whether you’re a member of the Chamber or not, come on for one of the best networking events....

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Cooper Woman Arrested At Walmart On Felony Theft Charge
Jul04

Cooper Woman Arrested At Walmart On Felony Theft Charge

A Cooper woman was arrested at Walmart at 11:04 a.m. Sunday, July 3, 2022, for theft of merchandise valued at less than $2,500 with two prior convictions, according to arrest reports. Sulphur Springs Police Officer Francisco Castro responded to a theft at the store. Upon arrival asset protection staff said the woman intentionally skipped items during checkout and left the last point of sale with unpaid items. Latisha Marie “Tish”...

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5 Booked Into Hopkins County Jail Over Weekend On Controlled Substance Charges
Jul04

5 Booked Into Hopkins County Jail Over Weekend On Controlled Substance Charges

At least five people were booked into Hopkins County jail over the weekend on controlled substance charges, according to jail reports. Putman Street Argument Logan Deshaune Bailey An outdoor argument between and man and woman resulted in officers locating marijuana and Ecstasy pills. Sulphur Springs Police responded at 9:38 a.m. July 2, 2022, on Putman Street, where a disturbance between the pair was reported. The man walked behind...

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