NEWS
Recount results in no change in city election; Oxford defeats incumbent Williams by slim margin of 6 votes
From Staff Reports
May 15, 2008 - Well, the tally is in and the results are the same. Charles Oxford won the Sulphur Springs City Council election, according to City Secretary Gale Roberts.
Commemorative brick sales benefit Graduation Celebration
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
may 15,2 008 - As the end of the 2007-2008 school year quickly approaches for students of Sulphur Springs Independent School District, seniors are
Strong
storm howls through area
From Staff Reports
May 15, 2008 - A powerful thunderstorm carrying destructive straight line winds roared through Northeast Texas around midnight Wednesday, tipping trees and downing power lines.
Book Review - Home: A Memoir of My Early Years
by terry mathews - news-telegram arts editor
May 15, 2008 - "I am told that the first comprehensible word I uttered as a child was 'home.'"
Dixie Darlings recital Thursday
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 14, 2008 - The Dixie Darlings dance classes from the Boys & Girls Club will be strutting their stuff during their annual spring recital which begins at 7 p.m. Thursday on the stage of Hopkins County Regional Civic Center Auditorium.
Williams requests recount in city election
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 14, 2008 - The ballots from Saturday's Sulphur Springs City Council election will be recounted, according to City Secretary Gale Roberts.
8th grader Rebecca Sehnert wins overall best project at Region 8 Science Fair
From Staff Reports
May 14, 2008 - A Sulphur Springs Middle School eighth grader went home from the Region 8 Science Fair with a trophy naming her project the best of the best.
Letter carriers set new record in annual food drive
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
may 13, 2008 - The people of Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County are long known for the community spirit which has them pulling together to help those in need or crisis.
Volunteers in Police Service receive awards for service to community
From Staff Reports
May 13, 2008 - More than a dozen members of Volunteers in Police Service, an auxiliary of Sulphur Springs Police Department, recently received presidential recognition for their service to the community.
Dallas'
Bengal Coast: A treat for all the senses
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
May 13, 2008 - If you're looking for a fresh dining experience, free from the stale, one-dimensional cattle call of most chain restaurants, there's a wonderful new place in Dallas that will delight, educate and satisfy all your senses.
Oxford defeats incumbent Williams in council run
From Staff Reports
May 12, 2008 - A close race between two candidates came down to the wire Saturday, but the election may not be over just yet.
Voters choose school board members in 4 rural districts
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 12, 2008 - Election results at four local school districts are in, pending canvassing of the vote during board meetings later this week.
Como chooses new mayor; Cumby voters sales tax hike
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 12, 2008 - Voters in Como and Cumby Saturday cast ballots for their choices for city officers, and approved two propositions in Cumby.
Dreams Come True
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 11, 2008 - "Your wish has been granted."
North Hopkin student takes third in state UIL contest
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 11, 2008 - Four North Hopkins High School students participated at the state academic University Interscholastic League meet last weekend in Austin, including one who placed in journalism.
Cancer survivors band together at Relay For Life to do The Walk of LIFE
Staff Photos By Angela Pitts
May 11, 2008 - 4-year-old Harley Speed, daughter of Dustin and Sirena Speed, peeks inside one of the hundreds of luminary sacks to be lit for the ceremony at the relay event.
Fiddle legend Johnny Gimble brings 73 years of swing experience to Greenville Saturday, May 31
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
May 9, 2008 - GREENVILLE - When Texas fiddle legend Johnny Gimble takes the state at the historic Municipal Auditorium in Greenville, Saturday, May 31, he'll bring more than just 73 years of experience with him - he's got a special guest star.
Two very different candidates face off in City Council race
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
May 9, 2008 - Sulphur Springs voters will go to the polls Saturday to choose one of two very different candidates to represent them for the next three years on the City Council.
School board elections set Saturday at Cumby, Yantis, Como-Pickton
From Staff Reports
May 9, 2008 - At least three local school districts will be holding school trustee elections Saturday.
Best In Class: Jacob Cooper named valedictorian, Kelsey Evans salutatorian at SSHS
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 8, 2008 - When Sulphur Springs High School announced Jacob Cooper as its 2007-2008 valedictorian and Kelsey Evans as salutatorian on Wednesday, the students' parents were naturally excited and proud.
City crews to take on Main St. rebuilding project
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
May 8, 2008 - The city of Sulphur Springs will take on the task of rebuilding Main Street with its own crews after bids to remodel the thoroughfare were prohibitively high.
City council candidate condemns fluoridation of water
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, Managing Editor
May 8, 2008 - A candidate for the Sulphur Springs City Council took the floor at Tuesday's regular meeting to condemn adding flourid to the city's water supply, calling the chemical "extremely toxic" and the practice of flouridation a "violation of moral law."
High on 'Grass: A collection of fine musicians and bands will kick of 2008 Folk Festival with a series of Bluegrass concerts Friday night
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
May 8, 2008 - Members of the Hopkins County Historical Society are adding a new dimension to the annual Folk Festival. An evening of Bluegrass music will kick off the festival on Friday, May 9.
Letter carries picking up donations this week to help 'stamp out hunger'
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 8, 2008 - Ever increasing gas-prices and just about everything else -- except wages -- are going up, and the price of food, escalated by increased costs to ship them from one locale to another, is no exception.
Relay For Life teams to start setting up Thursday night
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 7, 2008 - A year's worth of planning will culminate at 7 p.m. Friday on the Sulphur Spring Middle School track with the opening ceremonies for Hopkins County Relay For Life, the premier local fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society.
The start of something big
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
May 7, 2008 - A report released this week found that emergency centers in seven major U.S. cities lack the ability to cope with even minor national emergencies.
Yantis' Cory Ward wins top physics award at State UIL Meet
From Staff Reports
May 6, 2008 - A Yantis High School student went home this past weekend with a gold medal for not only doing well but being the best Conference 1A physics competitor at the State Academic University Interscholastic League Meet in Austin.
Downtown Business Alliance to host historic building seminar May 17
From Staff Reports
May 6, 2008 - Do you own a historic house or building? Would you like to know the background of the property? If you answered 'yes' to these questions, the Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance has a deal for you.
Book Review - The Miracle at Speedy Motors
by terry mathews - news-telegram arts editor
Normally, it's hard to find fault with Alexander McCall Smith's lovely books about Precious Ramotswe, the "traditionally built" proprietor of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and "Botswana's foremost solver of problems," but his latest offering lacks an editorial presence and some of the plot simply does not fit in the story's framework.
Two SSHS teams take 4th at state UIL competition
From Staff Reports
May 5, 2008 - Sulphur Springs High School concluded its 2007-2008 academic University Interscholastic League season this weekend, with one student and two teams ranked among the top five or better in the state.
CASA volunteers earn presidential awards
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 5, 2008 - More than two dozen volunteers recently received presidential honors for their service to abused and neglected children in Hopkins and other counties, a fitting tribute during National Volunteer Week.
Voices From Afar
From Staff Reports
May 5, 2008 - The Africa University Choir, an established choral ensemble at Africa University in Zimbabwe, will perform at First United Methodist Church during the 7 p.m. worship services this Wednesday, May 7.
Dairy Fest 2008: It takes a lot of gas to float a big balloon!
May 4, 2008 - Dairy Festival 2008 'Moo -- lympics' is just seven weeks away. As thetime gets closer and we all get busier, we have many people and organizations who help the DF Board.
Don’t miss The Power Team
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
May 4, 2008 - They hold your attention with their feats of strength. They capture the heart with their testimonies of salvation.
Who will rescue the rescuers?
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
May 1, 2008 - Over the last few months, Hearts of Life Animal Rescue and Adoption, the "no-kill" shelter for abandoned pets, has taken a real beating, literally and financially.
County's jobless rate rises But the number of people working also increases
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
May 1, 2008 - The March jobless rate in Hopkins County was slightly higher than one year ago, but the numbers carried good news, as well, in the form of more jobs.
Magnificence in Miniature
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
May 1, 2008 - The "WOW factor" is what local artist and model maker Jerry Lee was going for as he dedicated more than 600 hours to creating a miniature model of the historical Hopkins County Courthouse.
Veteran Memorial gets a big boost from local lender
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 30, 2008 - It's been almost 63 years -- May 4 is the anniversary -- since the bullet tore through Walter Grice's chest and left him hospitalized for seven months.
Job fair Thursday at PJC-SS Center
From Staff Reports
April 30, 2008 - A job fair has been scheduled for Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Paris Junior College-Sulphur Springs Center, 1202 West Houston St.
Account set up at City National for family that lost everything in fire Monday evening
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 30, 2008 - An account has been established to help the family whose home in Southwestern Hopkins County was destroyed by fire Monday night.
Fire destroys home near Miller Grove
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 29, 2008 - A late evening fire Monday destroyed a County Road 1126 family's home.
Fair To Midland Rocks Edgefest
From Staff Reports
April 29, 2008 - The best little metal band to ever come out of Sulphur Springs returned to Texas this weekend to perform in the 102.1 KDGE Edgefest in Frisco before heading back to another tour through Europe.
Eight arrested so far in local warrants round-up
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 28, 2008 - A Sulphur Springs man became the eighth person in a series of arrests in a warrants round-up that began last Thursday and has concluded a number of narcotics investigations.
Second drill preps emergency responders for aircraft crashes
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 28, 2008 - Local law enforcement and ambulance crews participated in an airplane crash drill in Northeastern Hopkins County Saturday, the second such exercise conducted last week to test local plans for emergency situations by having emergency responders react to a simulated accident.
Economic stimulus payments start going out on Monday
From Staff Reports
April 27, 2008 - President Bush announced Friday that the government will begin depositing the tax rebates aimed at stimulating a faltering economy on Monday, a bit earlier than originally was announced.
Motorcyclist outruns police, but justice prevails in the end
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 27, 2008 - A Quinlan man was apprehended at a church in the Dike community Friday after leading police on a motorcycle chase through Sulphur Springs and along Interstate 30.
Saturday last day for city, county clean-up programs
From Staff Reports
April 25, 2008 - Residents of Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County have only one day left to get rid of the excessive trash that residential waste disposal services won't normally pick up.
Local man charged in January arsons
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 25, 2008 - A 21-year-old Sulphur Springs man remained in custody Friday morning on two felony counts of arson following more than three months of investigation by fire officials.
High-wire act lands suspected copper thieves in county jail
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 25, 2008 - Three men were jailed Thursday evening after they were observed cutting high wires on utility poles to strip them for copper.
City National Bank breaks ground on expansion seen as role model for downtown revitalization
From Staff Reports
April 25, 2008 - City National Bank officials gathered Wednesday for an important moment as they broke ground on an expansion of the downtown location of Hopkins County's oldest bank.
Relay fundraising run, tamale dinner set Saturday
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 24, 2008 - With Hopkins County's premier fundraiser for the American Cancer Society just two weeks away, teams and event coordinators have really kicking their efforts into high gear.
TAKS tests slated for May 2 rescheduled for April 28-May 1
From Staff Reports
April 24, 2008 - Sulphur Springs Independent School District has again been approved by the Texas Education Agency to hold state testing on days different from the state schedule.
SSHS varsity band brings home sweepstakes trophy
BY FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 23, 2008 - The Sulphur Springs High School Varsity Band came home from the regional UIL competition this weekend....
Traffic stop leads to drug lab shutdown
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 23, 2008 - An early morning traffic stop on April 17 ultimately resulted in a clandestine methamphetamine lab in Dike being shut down later that afternoon.
The Beat Goes On And on ... and on for this talented trio of siblings rising to the creme de la creme of the percussion world
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 23, 2008 - To say the three children of Steve and Linda Blezinger march to the beat of a different drum would be no exaggeration.
SSMS only school to have both bands get top scores at annual contest
From Staff Reports
April 22, 2008 - Sulphur Springs Middle School's 7th and 8th grade band came home from the University Interscholastic League concert and sight-reading competition with two sweepstakes awards, placing the band students among the state's elite middle school musicians.
Woman works to re-establish once-vibrant Neighborhood Watch program
By FAITH HUFFMAN | News-Telegram News Editor
April 22, 2008 - It may be hard to believe, but in the early 1990s, Sulphur Springs had 52 Neighborhood Watch groups, active associations of neighbors who banded together to watch out for one another.
Book Reviews: 'Lou's Dirty Dozen' and 'The Whole Truth'
By Terry Mathews - News-Telegram Arts Editor
Preacher turned self-published author Lanny Grady says of his writing skills, "I may not be a great writer, but I am a very good storyteller."
Credit card thief caught in stolen truck
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 21, 2008 - A Forney man's greed and a store worker's close scrutiny landed him in jail Saturday morning after he and his stepdaughter were seen getting into a stolen truck.
Bass Classic draws thousands
to Lake Fork
PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
April 21, 2008 - Thousands turned out this weekend for the 2nd Annual Toyota Texas Bass Classic on Lake Fork, a three-day fishing tournament which included two days of world class country music entertainment performed by favorites such as Trace Adkins.
Destination Imagination goes global
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 20, 2008 - Sulphur Springs Middle School will once again be sending a team to the Destination Imagination Global Finals in Knoxville, Tenn.
Mesquite armed robbery suspects apprehended in Sulphur Springs after multi-county car case
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 20, 2008 - Two teens were apprehended in Hopkins County in the predawn hours Saturday following a multiple county car chase from Mesquite, where they are suspects in "several aggravated robberies."
2008 Butterfly Ball: A 'second chance' prom
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April 20, 2008 - Did you miss the high school prom? Or worse - did you go, but have a terrible time?
Scam season heats up
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 18, 2008 - County residents beware -- 'tis the season of scams, and statistically, the rate at which these cons are attempted will only increase in the warmer weather months.
Grand jury returns more than 50 indictments
FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 17, 2008 - A Hopkins County grand jury affirmed more than 50 indictments against 30 people in its April session.
Sulphur Bluff High School student qualifies for state UIL contest
From Staff Reports
April 17, 2008 - Sulphur Bluff High School will be sending one student to the State UIL Meet at the University of Texas in Austin on May 2-3.
Three Yantis competitors advance to state UIL contest
BY FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 16, 2008 - Three Yantis High School students advanced to the University Interscholastic League's state academic meet in Austin after scoring high marks at the gegional UIL contest in Nacogdoches.
SSHS accounting team earns wild card trip to state UIL meet
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 16, 2008 - Sulphur Springs High School late Tuesday afternoon received notification that the accounting team has been certified to compete at the State Academic University Interscholastic League Meet, which will be held May 2-3 at The University of Texas
Saltillo, Cumby receive grants designed to get kids walking, bicycling to school
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 16, 2008 - Here's a novel idea: How about letting kids ride their bicycles and walk to school?
Multi-talented Mac McAnally comes to NE Texas
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April 16 2008 - By anyone's yardstick, Mac McAnally is a busy man. He is a music producer, session player, publisher, studio owner and story teller who has released several CDs of his own.
Group maps strategy to battle company seeking to dump sludge in county
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 15, 2008 - A group of about 80 land owners and residents in Hopkins County marshaled their forces Monday night, preparing for a battle with an Arkansas company seeking to dump wastewater treatment plant sludge on two sites on the north side of the county.
Morning rollover on FM 3389 sends deputy to East Texas Medical Center
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 15, 2008 - A sheriff's deputy is being treated at East Texas Medical Center for injuries sustained in a vehicle crash this morning just south of Interstate 30.
SSHS spelling team heads to Austin for another shot at a state title
From Staff Reports
April 14, 2008 - The Sulphur Springs High School UIL spelling and vocabulary team is headed back to Austin for a shot at another state title after taking first place in this weekend's regional meet.
Resolutions on sludge permits OK'd in advance of tonight's meetings
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 14, 2008 - Members of the Hopkins County Commissioners Court passed two resolutions beseeching the state environmental agency to hold hearings on two permits sought by an Arkansas company to dispose of sludge in Hopkins County.
Suspect jailed in theft of almost a mile of copper wire; investigator estimates replacement cost at $50,000
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 14, 2008 - A Terrell man was jailed Sunday and bail set at more than $40,000 after he was caught with almost a mile of copper wire authorities believe was cut from live electrical poles in southern Hopkins County over the weekend.
Mother Nature cooperates during 19th Chamber of Commerce golf tourney
From Staff Reports
April 14, 2008 - Near perfect weather prevailed at the 19th Annual Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce golf tournament whichtook placeon Friday, April 11th at the Sulphur Springs Country Club. Thirty- five, six person teams were registered for the event.
Jake Shimabukuro: Lessons taught and learned
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April 14, 2008 - When he opens at Dallas’ House of Blues tonight, Jake Shimabukuro will share some of the secrets he’s learned along the way. At the same time, Jake will be teaching lessons about the versatility of the ukulele.
Local dairyman Spencer named to DFA board
From Staff Reports
April 13, 2008 - Jerry Spencer of Sulphur Springs recently was elected to the board of directors of Dairy Farmers of America, the nation's largest milk marketing cooperative.
Musicians raising their voices for Raylee
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 11, 2008 - Next Saturday, April 19, Hopkins County Regional Civic Center will be filled with uplifting music from two area gospel groups and one country contemporary group, with grammy winning country music professional Brad Davis headlining the event.
Reading, Writing and Rutabagas
BY FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 10, 2008 - It's not every school that encourages students to eat, much less furnish snacks for students and staff during tutorials and extracurricular activities and, in some instances, in the classroom.
Hopkins County Community Wide Clean-Up scheduled for Friday and Saturday, April 25-26
From Staff Reports
April 10, 2008 - Hopkins County residents will soon have an opportunity to rid their homes of excessive trash, particularly those items not generally picked up by trash disposal services.
City's annual Spring Clean-Up week set for April 21-26
From Staff Reports
April 9, 2008 - Got a glut of garbage? Too much trash? A wealth of waste wearing away your patience?
Mother of 2004 beating victim protests parole for attacker
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 9, 2008 - The mother of a man who was beaten with a baseball bat and "left on a country road to die" in Hopkins County more than three years ago is appealing to...
Police charging man who said he was robbed with filing a false report
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 9, 2008 - Police anticipate filing charges soon against a man who reported being robbed April 1 while walking down the street.
Forecasters issue flood warning for Sulphur River, and dangerous storms could move in this evening
From Staff Reports
April 9, 2008 - Near-record rainfall in March combined with more precipitation this month -- including more than 2 inches that fell this morning -- have caused flooding along the South Sulphur River, and more rain and possibly some severe storms are in the short-term forecast.
SSHS Strings students hit the right notes in first UIL competition
From Staff Reports
April 8, 2008 - A group of Strings students from Sulphur Springs High School posted phenomenal results at the UIL Strings Orchestra Concert and Sight-Reading Contest, held Thursday, April 3, in Tyler.
Sign-up resumes through May 5 for dairy disaster aid program
From Staff Reports
April 8, 2008 - Local dairy farmers who suffered production losses over the past three years may be eligible for special assistance from the federal government, but they have less than a month to sign up for the funding.
Shady Grove WSC replacing 25,000 feet of water line
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 8, 2008 - Shady Grove Water Supply Corporation Monday broke ground on a new project to replace 25,000 linear feet of water line, which will mean improved water pressure for county residents served by Shady Grove water system.
Teenager missing since March 10 found on Hopkins County road
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 7, 2008 - Chaney Harrington, the 15-year-old Sulphur Springs girl reported missing March 10, was reunited Sunday with her parents.
County firemen battle two home fires in the last four days
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 7, 2008 - County firemen battled at least two home fires over the last four days. No injuries were reported, but the homes sustained significant damages.
Routine traffic stop on Interstate 30 results in seizure of 100 lbs of marijuana
By FAITH HUFFMAN,| News-Telegram News Editor
April 7, 2008 - What started as a routine traffic stop by troopers Sunday evening ultimately netted one felony arrest and seizure of 100 pounds of marijuana.
Delta County inmate breaks free, is chased down by chief deputy and county judge
From Staff Reports
April 7, 2008 - Not only was an inmate's escape from Delta County authorities short-lived Friday afternoon, it is also notable because of who helped the chief deputy apprehend the fleeing man.
North Hopkins captures 16th UIL district title
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 6, 2008 - North Hopkins High School captured its 16th straight district academic University Interscholastic League championship last week, earning a total of 463 points.
Eight Cumby High School students recognized for UIL accomplishments
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 6, 2008 - Eight Cumby High School students have been recognized for their recent accomplishments at the Conference 1A District 20 Academic University Interscholastic League Spring Meet held at North Hopkins.
Sunny Springs offers new-found freedom to residents
BY PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
April 6, 2008 - A first of its kind of service for the families of loved ones suffering from dementia and Alzheimers' has made its way to Hopkins County as Sunny Springs Nursing and Rehab, 1200 North Jackson St., expands its facility to include a secured unit for individuals with wander-seeking behavior.
Manhunt fails to capture man who ran from trooper
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 4, 2008 - Local authorities are still looking for a 40-year-old man who ran from troopers during a traffic stop Thursday morning.
A new Chamber of Commerce director is introduced, and the consensus is in: Meredith Caddell is the perfect choice
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 4, 2008 - When the new director of the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce was asked to describe herself, the words "energetic" and "dedicated" were thrown out.
'Golden' Kasey Musgraves to perform at Toyota Bass Classic
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April
4, 2008 - Wood County native Kasey Musgraves is looking forward to her
appearance at the Toyota Bass Classic on Lake Fork April 18-20. This is
Musgraves' second straight appearance at the annual fishing tournament.
Country's latest rocket to perform in Commerce Saturday
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April 3, 2008 - Zane Lewis didn't jump into a career in country music. He earned a degree in advertising, took a turn at publishing and ran an equestrian magazine before deciding to give recording and touring his full attention.
Zane Lewis: Creating some wild waves with genuine, hard-driving country soul
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
April 3, 2008 - When Zane Lewis was working on the press kit for his first nationally-released CD, someone used the word "eponymous" in the press release.
Council cancels Place 6 election after Chris Brown runs unopposed
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
April 3, 2008 - There won't be an election for one of the two Sulphur Springs City Council races up for a vote this year, but that wasn't the most notable event in this week's council meeting.
Twenty Yantis students advance to UIL regionals
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
April 3, 2008 - Twenty students from Yantis High School scored high enough at the Conference 1A District 20 Academic University Interscholastic League Spring Meet, held March 25-26 at North Hopkins High School, to advance to the regional contest on April 12.
Newsom presents alternate plan for courthouse, jail expansion
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram New Editor
April 2, 2008 - Eighth Judicial District Judge Robert Newsom on Monday again presented information to county commissioners suggesting an alterative to the county's plans for expanding the courthouse using the old Fidelity Express building on Jefferson Street.
Sixth Court of Appeals to hear cases Wednesday in Sulphur Springs
From Staff Reports
April 1, 2008 - The 6th District Court of Appeals, which generally hears cases in Texarkana, will meet Wednesday morning a little far from home -- at Hopkins County Courthouse.
Self-proclaimed tinkerer Phillip Coyle's 'reverse trike' turns heads all over town
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
April 1, 2008 - What do you get when you take a motorcycle, a Formula V race car and ultralight airplane parts and put them all together? How about a three-wheeled contraption that has heads turning all over town?
News-Telegram Arts Editor Mathews wins AP's top award in comment & criticism
From Staff Reports
April 1, 2008 - Terry Mathews, the arts editor of the Sulphur Springs News-Telegram, took the top prize for critical reviews in this weekend's Texas Associated Press Managing Editors Headliners Excellence in Journalism competition.
Manhunt launched after man flees from trooper
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 31, 2008 - A manhunt was launched early this morning after one of three people in a car stopped by state troopers ran from authorities.
Damione Lewis is coming home to put on a free football camp, but his real goal is teach boys how to better play The Game of Life
By BOBBY "BUTCH" BURNEY, News-Telegram Sports Editor
March 30, 2008 - Damione Lewis has a philosophy about life -- "Better yourself and take someone along with you." Some young people in Hopkins County will soon get to experience that firsthand.
ECLC registration begins Monday
From Staff Reports
March 30, 2008 - Early Childhood Learning Center will hold registration for Head Start, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classes for the 2008-2009 school year next week, March 31-April 4.
Sulphur Springs Middle School wins 16th straight district UIL title
From Staff Reports
March 30, 2008 - Sulphur Springs Middle School recently captured its 16th consecutive district academic UIL championship, earning a whopping 716.5 points at the Texarkana meet.
County population grows 1.3%
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
March 28, 2008 - Hopkins County and the surrounding areas generally experienced some population growth from 2006 to 2007, according to figures recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Saga of former C-P superintendent comes to an end
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 28, 2008 - Bryan Christopher Neal, the former Como-Pickton superintendent accused of using school district money to purchase equipment for himself from a farm dealership, was sentenced today in state district court after pleading guilty to forgery and giving a false statement.
Strong turnout forces Democratic Party to move Saturday's county convention
From Staff Reports
March 28, 2008 - Turnout at the Democratic Party's precinct conventions in March was so high that the political group's county convention tomorrow had to be moved to a bigger location.
It's a carnival-like atmosphere at Boys & Girls Club fund-raiser
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
March 27, 2008 - Excitement is in the air and a carnival atmosphere is taking shape at the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church, where the Boys and Girls Club of Sulphur Springs is preparing for its Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction beginning at 6 p.m. this Saturday.
Former Winnsboro police chief found dead outside home
March 27, 2008 - Gary Lile, former police chief for Winnsboro and most recently a Smith County Low Risk Jail administrator, was found dead Thursday morning.
Say 'Amen,' Somebody
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
March 27, 2008 - Get ready to clap your hands, tap your feet and shout "Amen!" on Saturday and Sunday, April 5 and 6, when the Northeast Texas Choral Society will present three performances of their all-spiritual concert "Can I Get a Witness," in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church.
Two local teams headed for Destination Imagination state contest
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 27, 2008 - Students from Sulphur Springs Middle School and Water Oak School are headed for the state Destination Imagination contest in April after scoring wins at the regional level earlier this month.
All systems go for Library Gala Thursday
From Staff Reports
March 26, 2008 - Thursday's weather forecast does not call for snow, so it's all systems go for the Gala Luncheon hosted by the Friends of the Sulphur Springs Library.
SSHS leads in race for district UIL sweepstakes
From Staff Reports
March 26, 2008 - Sulphur Springs High School students competing in academic and business-related contests are moving up in the world in their respective disciplines.
$224K of cocaine seized Monday during traffic stop on Interstate 30
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 25, 2008 - Interdiction officers Monday night seized 5 pounds or $224,000 worth cocaine found in the lining of a jacket and arrested two men on aggravated felony possession charges.
Weather service says last week’s storm brought tornado
From Staff Reports
March 25, 2008 - Despite extensive damage from a major thunderstorm that hit Hopkins County last week, at that time the National Weather Service said there was no confirmation of any tornadoes in the area as a result of the weather event.
Upcoming Titles: 'A Dangerous Age' and 'Dorothy on the Rocks'
by terry mathews - news-telegram arts editor
March 24, 2008 - "A Dangerous Age" was my first Ellen Gilchrist book. It will most likely be my last.
2007 SSHS graduate dies after motorcycle/automobile crash
From Staff Reports
March 24, 2008 - A 2007 Sulphur Springs High School graduate died Sunday following a collision involving a motorcycle and automobile, sources said today.
Noted Sulphur Springs businessman Burgin dies
March 24, 2008 - A prinicipal in one of the city's leading public accounting firms has died at the age of 72.
A Soldier's Story
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
March 23, 2008 - Patriotism and support for American troops runs high compared to the days when Army infantry men like Joe Finnie served during the Vietnam War; coming home to a plethora of negative propaganda.
Dairy Fest 2008: Moving Toward The Moo - Lympics
March 23, 2008 - Happy New Year to all! Remember Christmas? That was just a few weeks ago! The Dairy Festival Board is off to a swift start and here are the dates for the 2008 Festival:
City's sales tax numbers take a turn for the better
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
March 21, 208 - Sales tax rebates in the city of Sulphur Springs took a turn for the better this month. The city's share of the sales tax pie in March came to $293,346, up 1.24 percent from one year ago.
CPS removes children from Como home; 2-year-old tests positive for methamphetamine
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 20, 2008 - A 25-year-old Como woman and her boyfriend were jailed Wednesday on charges of endangering a child after the woman's 2-year-old tested positive for methamphetamine.
Local man, 26, jailed on felony charge of assaulting wife, sister
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 20, 2008 - A 26-year-old Sulphur Springs man has been charged with assaulting his sister and wife and threatening one person at gunpoint before leaving his sister's Pickton residence.
Officials: Two road workers dead after being struck on Interstate 30
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 20, 2008 - Two road workers died Thursday morning after being struck by a motorist on Interstate 30 in Cumby.
Brooks, Cagle on the Country Charts
by terry mathews - news-telegram arts editor
It's good to be Garth Brooks. The country superstar's most recent release, "The Ultimate Hits," has sold over six million copies and has been on the Billboard country charts for the past 18 weeks.
Spring storm pounds area with high winds, heavy rain
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 19, 2008 - The storm cells which whipped through the area Tuesday brought heavy winds and more than 4 inches of rainfall to Sulphur Springs, but the city was otherwise virtually unaffected by the weather.
DA explains indictments against former C-P superintendent Bryan Neal
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 18, 2008 - Despite the large number of indictments, 35, former Como-Pickton superintendent Bryan Neal is only accused of stealing between $20,000 and $25,000 from the school, District Attorney Martin Braddy told C-P school board during a special meeting Monday night.
Hopkins County among 170 Texas counties in emergency state declared by President
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 17, 2008 - Hopkins County and some of its neighbors were among the counties this weekend which the President Saturday declared to be in a state of emergency due to wildfires which have plagued the area.
Spring break not only at the beach; Friday night party busted by TABC and SCU
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 17, 2008 - For most college students, spring break is synonymous with hearty partying. Friday night, more than 100 people turned out on County Road 1174 for a party.
SSISD administrators recommend teacher incentives
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 16, 2008 - School administrators are recommending salary incentives for teachers hired to fill positions in subjects of "critical shortage" and for employees who have been employed by Sulphur Springs Independent School District for more than 20 years.
Grand jury hands down 34 indictments in March court session
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News Telegram Crime Reporter
March 16, 2008 - A Hopkins County grand jury approved 34 indictments against 22 people during its March court session. The charges ranged from injury to a child to controlled substances, intoxicated assault and other drunk driving charges.
Ruby Jane Smith: 13-year-old fiddling phenom impresses audiences, fellow musicians with her 'awesome talent'
By TERRY MATHEWS, News-Telegram Arts Editor
March 14, 2008 - Talk to just about anyone who's had the chance to hear teenage fiddle player Ruby Jane Smith draw a bow across the strings and they'll tell you she's one in a million.
Precinct 4 residents call Monday meeting on sludge operation
From Staff Reports
March 14, 2008 - Some residents of Precinct 4 in Hopkins County have called a public meeting for Monday, March 17, to discuss a company's request from the state for permits to put sludge from wastewater and water treatment on 400 acres in the area.
Committee seeking recipes for cookbook to raise money for veterans memorial
From Staff Reports
March 14, 2008 - In honor of the many local men and women who have served their country in the past, present and future, the Hopkins County Veterans Memorial Committee is compiling recipes for a Hopkins County Veterans Memorial Cookbook.
Library’s Gala Luncheon reset for March 27
From Staff Reports
March 13, 2008 - Maybe the infamously fickle Texas weather will cooperate with the Friends of the Sulphur Springs Public Library this time around.
SSHS ag mechanics students bring home big prizes from Houston, San Antonio
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 13, 2008 - At least six of agriculture mechanics teams and several individuals from Sulphur Springs High School were recognized recently for their accomplishments at both the Houston Rodeo and San Antonio Rodeo contests.
Local effort to aid Emory man who lost wife, sons to murder
From Staff Reports
March 12, 2008 - When tragedy strikes in this part of the world, neighbors respond, even if they don't know each other or live in the same community
Contested races emerge in at least two local school districts
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 12, 2008 - Neither the Sulphur Springs nor Cumby school districts should have to hold school board elections this year, but contested races are expected in at least two Hopkins County districts.
One arrested after state trooper discovers 11 pounds of cocaine in false compartment
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 12, 2008 - A routine interstate traffic stop by state troopers early this morning resulted in one felony drug arrest and the seizure of about 11 pounds of cocaine.
Investigators ask for help in finding missing teen
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 11, 2008 - Sheriff's investigators are asking for the public's help in locating a Sulphur Springs girl who was discovered missing early Monday morning.
SSISD studying 'flex year' for high school
BY FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 11, 2008 - The Sulphur Springs school board Monday night approved acalendar for the 2008-2009 school year, which begins Aug. 20 and officially ends June 4
Burn ban off, but county officials still need help
From Staff Reports
March 11, 2008 - County officials lifted the ban on outdoor fires Monday but are urging those people who conduct controlled outdoor burns to let authorities know in advance so there won't be mistaken reports of grass fires by neighboring residents or passing motorists..
Party with a purpose: Parrotheads tailgate for charity
By Terry Mathews, News-Telegram Arts Editor
March 10, 2008 - A while back, Jimmy Buffett, the world's richest beach bum and the man who made "Margaritaville" a destination, asked his loyal fans, called parrotheads, to add a new dimension to their legendary pre-concert tailgate parties. He asked them to "party with a purpose" - to raise money for charities of their choice.
Three local school boards to meet Monday
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 9, 2008 - Boards from three local schools will each meet Monday night at the respective schools for the regular monthly trustees meetings.
Two scholarships being offered
From Staff Reports
March 9, 2008 - Two businesses recently announced they will be accepting applications for upwards of $10,000 in scholarship money to be awarded this year.
Sulphur Springs-based highway patrolman named Texas’ top trooper for 2007
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 7, 2008 - A Sulphur Springs highway patrol trooper has been recognized as the top state trooper for 2007, an award presented by the Department of Public Safety Officers Association annually from among nominations of DPS troopers and interdiction officers statewide.
UPRA spring rodeo returns to Civic Center
From Staff Reports
March 6, 2008 - Hundreds of cowboys and cowgirls are headed for the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center Arena and the opening of the United Professional Rodeo Association's spring membership rodeo, which opens tonight and runs through Saturday. The action begins at 7:30 each night.
Golfers already signing up for April.s 19th annual Chamber tournament
From Staff Reports
March 6, 2008 - Registration forms are already being accepted for the upcoming Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce.s 19th Annual Golf Tournament, scheduled for Friday, April 11, at Sulphur Springs Country Club.
Wisenbaker, Reed win GOP nods for commissioner posts
By FAITH HUFFMAN, News-Telegram News Editor
March 5, 2008 - Republicans in Hopkins County on Tuesday selected incumbent Beth Wisenbaker to run against Democrat John "J.W." Ragan in the election for Precinct 1 Commissioner, while Ronald "R.D." Reed defeated Phillip Anderson to become the Republican Party's candidate to face incumbent Democrat Don Patterson for the Precinct 3 County Commissioner seat, according to the unofficial county count as of Tuesday night.
Regular City Council meeting postponed after only 2 members show up
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
March 5, 2008 - Come on, guys, surely it wasn't THAT boring. Admittedly, Tuesday night's agenda for the regular monthly meeting of the Sulphur Springs City Council was hardly a firestarter.
Fall Fest board seeks relief on Civic Center costs
By PATTI SELLS, News-Telegram Feature Writer
March 4, 2008 - Hopkins County Fall Festival Board members are asking the county for some relief from the fees charged to use the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center and grounds, saying the event is in danger of disappearing without some help.
SSHS senior takes top honors at UIL meet
From Staff Reports
March 4, 2008 - Sulphur Springs' math and science University Interscholastic League academic teams this past weekend came home from North Lamar with recognition in five categories.
Police: Teen talked of killing parents weeks before massacre
March 4, 2008 - EMORY, Texas (AP) -- A high school couple forced to break up spent weeks plotting what became a bloody spree of gunfire and stabbings in the girl's home, leaving her mother and two brothers dead and her father wounded, according to police reports released Monday.
Local woman schedules organizational meeting Wednesday for ‘Wives of Dairymen’ group
From Staff Reports
March 4, 2008 - A local woman will host a session Wednesday afternoon in downtown Mount Vernon for women associated with the dairy industry.
Attack shocks Rains County community
March 3, 2008 - EMORY, Texas (AP) -- Angry that her parents demanded she break up with her boyfriend, a teenage girl helped kill her mother and two brothers during a grisly weekend ambush at the family's rural wooded home, authorities said Sunday.
Tactical squad aids in Delta Co. drug raid
From Staff Reports
March 3, 3008 - The Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Special Response Team Friday aided Delta County Sheriff's Department in a drug raid at a residence where a man and woman were arrested on felony charges.
Report: Woman, 2 boys dead in Emory shooting
From Staff and Wire Reports
March 2, 2008 - EMORY -- Officials say three people are dead, including two children, after a reported multiple shooting at a rural East Texas home early Saturday.
New economic development facility represents fresh approach to building jobs, growth
By BRUCE ALSOBROOK, News-Telegram Managing Editor
March 2, 2008 - When a new public building opens, such as the Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Economic Development Corporation did with its new offices Thursday....
