http://www.ssnewstelegram.com Sulphur Springs News Telegram News http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt123007stocking.html Dec 30, 2007 - The Empty Stocking Program volunteers and the News-Telegram staff would like to say “Thank You!” to the following individuals that made donations to the program this week. Over five weeks, the donations have totaled just over 2007-12-31T18:21:36Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt123007live.html Dec 30, 2007 - Workers in Northeast Texas have seen their wages increase by almost 15 percent in the last six years, according to Texas Workforce Commission’s Wage Information Network. And while the pay for similar jobs is a good 2007-12-31T18:21:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt123007commuters.html Dec 30, 2007 - According to data on the Texas Workforce Commission website, the average travel time to work for Hopkins County residents 16 years of age and up is 22 minutes, 36 seconds. But there are some who's commutes 2007-12-31T18:21:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122807retiring.html Dec 28, 2007 - Yantis Independent School District is expected to have a new person seated in the top administrative position after the start of the new year. An interim superintendent is expected to fill the slot of retiring Superintendent 2007-12-31T18:20:57Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122807labor.html Dec 28, 2007 - Hopkins County recorded the second-lowest jobless rate in the area in November, and the local job market is on pace to see annual payrolls increase by close to $3.75 over one year ago. The county's unemployment 2007-12-31T18:20:52Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122807taks.html Dec 28, 2007 - Sulphur Springs’ secondary and intermediate campuses will be sponsoring three Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills informational meetings for parents in the community next month. Called “Make the Move to Help Your Child,” the purpose of 2007-12-31T18:20:49Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122707mahoney.html Dec 27, 2007 - A rockin' New Year’s Eve party is planned for Monday night that will benefit a local resident who’s been a longtime supporter and member of local law enforcement groups and a firefighter. The Lodge will be 2007-12-31T18:20:45Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122607arrested.html Dec 26, 2007 - At least three men were taken to jail over the extended holiday weekend on felony charges involving violent offenses against or injury to others. Andrew Keith Stephens, 42, was arrested by sheriff’s officers at his State 2007-12-31T18:19:39Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122307stocking.html Dec 23, 2007 - The Empty Stocking Program volunteers and The News-Telegram Staff would like to say thank you to the following individuals that made donations to the program this week.  This Week's Total  $4,418.00 2007-12-26T18:30:08Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122307arrests.html Dec 23, 2007 - Two men were jailed on unrelated charges following two pursuits in southeastern Hopkins County Friday afternoon, a Pickton man for burglary and endangering a child and a Como man on an outstanding warrant. Deputies are seeking 2007-12-26T18:30:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122307ssisd.html Dec 23, 2007 - Sulphur Springs Independent School District is in good shape financially, Mike Taylor noted early this month when discussing with school trustees the annual audit and financial compliance report his firm compiled. “I’m very pleased to be 2007-12-26T18:29:59Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122107flavor.html Dec 21, 2007 - The flavors of Christmas around the world were celebrated Sunday night at the International Foreign Exchange Student Christmas Potluck Dinner held at Our Savior Lutheran Church. Six countries were represented by seven area exchange students from 2007-12-26T18:29:43Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122107burned.html Dec 21, 2007 - As you go about the daily task of warming your home now that winter has arrived, Sulphur Springs firefighters ask you to keep a few safety tips in mind. As the temperatures drop, take care with 2007-12-26T18:29:10Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122007dare.html Dec 20, 2007 - A program that has taught Sulphur Springs students the ills and dangers of abusing drugs and alcohol will end in January, but a different way of educating students about the use of such substances could be 2007-12-21T15:44:12Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt122007football.html Dec 20, 2007 - Sulphur Springs fans had a chance to watch the best quarterback in Class 4A this year. At least, that's the collective opinion of the state's sports editors. SSHS junior Tyrik Rollison not only put together the 2007-12-21T15:44:08Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121907tvs.html Dec 19, 2007 - Two July arrests by sheriff’s officers and subsequent investigations by local, state and federal officials culminated in two men pleading guilty in U.S. Federal court Tuesday to the theft of a truckload of expensive Sony televisions, 2007-12-20T17:20:25Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121907truck.html Dec 19, 2007 - Somebody is going to walk away with a $30,000 pickup Saturday, and it may end up only costing them $25. Golden K Kiwanis Club of Sulphur Springs is giving away the 2007 Dodge Ram XLT pickup 2007-12-20T17:20:19Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121907dairy.html Dec 19, 2007 - Hopkins County's dairy farmers are still among the most productive in Texas, but the dramatic rise of milking operations in West Texas is pushing the local ranking down a notch in the state's top 10 list. 2007-12-20T17:17:55Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121907bond.html Dec 19, 2007 - Hopkins County is joining the ranks of a number of other areas in establishing a board to monitor, set standards for and license bail bondsmen to do business in Hopkins County. The board includes the sheriff, 2007-12-20T17:17:42Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121807online.html Dec 18, 2007 - Sheriff’s officers have arrested a 37-year-old man accused of soliciting a minor in Hopkins County over the Internet, then sexually assaulting her in Winnsboro earlier this month. Hopkins County sheriff's investigators and deputies found the man 2007-12-20T17:17:31Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121807dogs.html Dec 18, 2007 - Pets of all kinds, dressed to the hilt in Santa hats, reindeer ears and other Christmas garb, were on the scene this past weekend for pictures with Santa Claus, with all proceeds benefiting a new organization 2007-12-20T17:17:26Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121807dispatch.html Dec 18, 2007 - The issue of first response dispatching and staffing at the sheriff’s office are slated to be addressed this week by the Hopkins County Commissioner’s Court. The work session begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday in meeting room 2007-12-20T17:16:53Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121807angel.html Dec 18, 2007 - Hopkins County Salvation Army will be distributing gifts to Angel Tree recipients from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, inside VF Outlet Mall in the space across from Kitchen Collection. Anyone approved to benefit 2007-12-20T17:16:26Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121707bluesanta.html Dec 17, 2007 - Blue Santa is getting some extra help this week collecting toys and money to purchase toys for children in financially strapped families in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. Star Country radio’s “Moose” Morgan used his morning 2007-12-18T19:11:40Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121707bluesanta.html Dec 17, 2007 - Blue Santa is getting some extra help this week collecting toys and money to purchase toys for children in financially strapped families in Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County. Star Country radio’s “Moose” Morgan used his morning 2007-12-17T22:01:07Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121707band.html Dec 17, 2007 - Three Sulphur Springs High School music students made the All-Region Band and will play for a shot at going to state competition in January. Kaci Mohon, Kasey Blezinger and Eddie Arciga were named to the All-Region 2007-12-17T22:00:22Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120707widowreview.html Dec 7, 2007 - When it debuted in December 1905, no one knew the operetta “The Merry Widow” would become one of the most-loved works in the opera world.  The Dallas Opera's current production of Franz Lehár's light operetta is 2007-12-17T21:50:57Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120507doddreview.html Dec. 5, 2007 - Life is pretty sweet for singer/songwriter Shawn Dodd. On Thanksgiving weekend, the 1989 Sulphur Springs High School graduate was named American County Countdown radio’s newest superstar. The weekly American Country Countdown is hosted on radio by 2007-12-17T21:50:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120507walgreens.html Dec. 5, 2007 - Walgreens, the nation’s largest retail pharmacy chain, is in the process of drawing up plans to build a new store in Sulphur Springs. While the start of construction is many months away, developers are steadily dotting 2007-12-17T21:49:56Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120507trailer.html Dec. 5, 2007 - Two men were taken in custody Tuesday afternoon on felony theft charges, after they were found with a stolen trailer. They later admitted to taking the $5,000 gooseneck equipment from Rockwall County Monday night. The arrest 2007-12-17T21:49:52Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120507zone.html Dec. 5, 2007 - Sulphur Springs City Council members approved the second and final reading of an ordinance that will create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone, which will generate money to help revitalize downtown. Basically, it’s a zone encompassing the 2007-12-17T21:49:39Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121307baldaccireview.html Dec 13, 2007 - David Baldacci, New York Times best-selling author, must have friends in high places. Like famous espionage author Robert Ludlum (1927-2001), Baldacci’s books shed light on the inner workings of top secret government agencies. Baldacci’s latest offering, 2007-12-17T21:46:25Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121607santa.html Dec. 16, 2007 - Kids aren't the only ones who love Santa. Pennye West admits to  an ongoing affection and attachment to the jolly old elf, made evident by her collection of more than 500 Santa Claus decorations throughout her 2007-12-17T21:24:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121607justicecenter.html Dec. 16, 2007 - Eighth Judicial District Judge Robert Newsom this week asked Hopkins County commissioners to consider building a new justice center next to the county jail, a move he believes would increase courtroom security and generate additional revenue 2007-12-17T21:23:23Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121407nominations.html Dec. 14, 2007 - Whose dedication to and support of the Hopkins County community stands out in 2007? That question will be answered the night of Thursday, Feb. 7, when the Citizen of the Year is recognized at the 82nd 2007-12-17T21:23:18Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121407tea.html Dec. 14, 2007 - Two elementary schools in the Sulphur Springs Independent School District stood out from the rest when Texas Education Agency recently posted report cards for Texas public schools. Most schools serving Hopkins County were ranked as academically 2007-12-17T21:22:43Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121407carebears.html Dec. 14, 2007 - “Peace on Earth, good will toward men” is the sentiment in the Christmas carol, but it was good will toward children that was the case for Tassie Davidson. Davidson it upon herself to supply teddy bears 2007-12-17T21:22:38Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121307water.html Dec. 13, 2007 - Both Hopkins County and the city of Cumby were recognized by the Office of Rural Community Affairs for receiving a total of $441,805 for water storage and infrastructure system improvements. Cumby was awarded a $250,000 grant 2007-12-17T21:21:42Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121307coma.html Dec. 13, 2007 - A fund has been set up at Alliance Bank for donations to assist the family of a 16-year-old North Hopkins High School student with medical care expenses. Deanna Van Holten remains in a coma at Children’s 2007-12-17T21:20:57Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121307retail.html Dec. 13, 2007 - Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County rebounded from a four-month retail sales slump in October, posting double-digit gains in sales tax collections for the first time since February. The state comptroller's office returned $328,172 in sales tax 2007-12-17T21:20:07Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121607stocking.html Dec. 16, 2007 - The Empty Stocking Program volunteers and the News-Telegram staff would like to say “Thank You!” to the following individuals that made donations to the program this week. Thanks to your generosity, the program that helps make 2007-12-17T21:20:02Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121207court.html Dec 12, 2007 - The state's highest criminal court has vacated a lower appellate court decision calling for a new trial for a Hopkins County man convicted of the 2004 murder of his brother. John Arlin Walters was given a 2007-12-12T20:52:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121207musical.html Dec 12, 2007 - Forget the Hollywood writers’ strike. If the television and film industries need snappy dialogue and intriguing plots, they could just sit in the audience at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center and watch cast and crew 2007-12-12T20:52:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121107swac.html Dec 11, 2007 - Hopkins County was one of five locations recently approved to receive funding from the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. Approximately 56 percent of the $105,347 allocated in the 9-county Ark-Tex Council of Governments Service area went to 2007-12-12T20:51:27Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121007civic.html Dec 10, 2007 - The Hopkins County Commissioners Court recognized and honored outgoing members of the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center Board during a regular meeting this morning at the Hopkins County Courthouse. Darla Reed, Lynda Hager, Harold Bryant and 2007-12-12T20:51:24Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121007firefighters.html Dec 10, 2007 - Hopkins County has been on the receiving end of a number of grants to local fire departments to better equip them to deal with whatever emergency situation may crop up in the coming years. Hopkins County 2007-12-12T20:50:38Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt121207dispatch.html Dec 12, 2007 - In the near future, first emergency response dispatches will likely no longer be handled by Emergency Medical Services dispatchers at Hopkins County Memorial Hospital. Hopkins County Judge Cletis Millsap said that was the consensus following Tuesday 2007-12-12T20:49:58Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120707scam.html Dec 7, 2007 - Senior citizens beware: A scam is currently being perpetrated by someone claiming to represent Social Security officials. At least two local residents have been contacted, but at this point no one is thought to have fallen 2007-12-12T19:38:05Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120707bright.html Dec 7, 2007 - For an economist, Ray Perryman is one funny guy. Take, for example, his tongue-in-cheek theory on the high price of health care in the United States. One reason, he says, is because pharmaceutical costs go up 2007-12-12T19:38:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120607extreme.html Dec 6, 2007 - The after-school program for Sulphur Springs students continues to grow and flourish, but there’s still room for more. The latest addition, the Extreme Program at Sulphur Springs Middle School, is an extension of the after-school enrichment 2007-12-12T19:37:53Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120607tourism.html Dec 6, 2007 - Joey Baker is worried that local business people will think Jackie Vadas may be trying to run a scam on them. Why? Well, she's offering to sell a unique product that will be on an Internet 2007-12-12T19:34:16Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120607indictments.html Dec 6, 2007 - A Hopkins County grand jury approved 61 indictments against 43 people during the November court session, with nine people charged in multiple indictments. Those indicted on felony charges and the allegations against them include: Jose Luis 2007-12-12T19:34:11Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120907stocking.html Dec 9, 2007 - The Empty Stocking Program volunteers and the News-Telegram staff would like to say “Thank You!” to the following individuals that made donations to the program this week. The first week netted $735 for this worthy program, 2007-12-12T19:34:07Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120407brookshires.html Dec 4, 2007 - With just a few weeks remaining in the Spirit of Christmas Food Drive, more donations are needed to help the 13,000 families targeted to receive assistance this year. The food drive ends Dec. 22 in most 2007-12-05T19:20:27Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120407equine.html Dec 4, 2007 - A bid on portable commercial arena equipment for the Hopkins County Equine Pavilion was accepted by county commissioners in a special meeting Monday morning. David Byrnes, owner of The Equine Company, submitted the lone bid of 2007-12-05T19:20:23Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120307candidates.html Dec 3, 2007 - Filing for the March 4 party primary got off to an early start Monday, with incumbents in all local races filing for re-election, according to both Democratic and Republican party chairs. Approximately 40 people turned out 2007-12-05T19:20:18Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120307cadets.html Dec 3, 2007 - The 19 members of East Texas Police Academy-Sulphur Springs Night Class VII of cadets were honored this weekend for completing the 640 hour basic peace officer certificate course. “They’ve come a long way. We started with 2007-12-05T19:20:14Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120307lightsup.html Dec 3, 2007 - It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas – especially on Gail Street where every home is adorned with decorations and lots and lots of lights thanks to one jolly old elf. 95-year-old Finis Attlesey has 2007-12-05T19:20:10Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120207casa.html Dec 2, 2007 - A sweet treat, a warm drink and a small donation go a long way in Hopkins County — or at least the annual Lake Country CASA Cookie Walk does.  The offering of donated, generally home-baked, goodies 2007-12-05T19:18:22Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120207choral.html Dec 2, 2007 - If last night’s sound check is a true indication of what is to come, we’re in for a great weekend of music. “A Victorian Christmas,” presented by the Northeast Texas Choral Society opens Saturday at 7 2007-12-05T19:18:18Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120207stocking.html Dec 2, 2007 - The Empty Stocking Program volunteers and the News-Telegram staff would like to say “Thank You!” to the following individuals that made donations to the program this week. If you have not yet made a donation and 2007-12-05T19:17:08Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120207drought.html Dec 2, 2007 - The city of Sulphur Springs has sent out notices that a chemical in the water it provides to local residents isn’t good enough for the Enviromental Protection Agency. Heck, it’s a whole one-one thousandth parts per 2007-12-05T19:13:22Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/December/nt120407illegals.html Dec 4, 2007 - A truck-tractor cab full of illegal aliens were taken into custody by Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Special Crimes Unit at a local apartment complex after a Hopkins County constable saw something suspicious. Precinct 2 Constable Larry Argenbright 2007-12-05T19:11:16Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111907accused.html Nov 19, 2007 - A Sulphur Springs man was awaiting arraingment this morning on a charge of the attempted murder of his former girlfriend and her 4-year-old child. Daniel Dongrel “Spikey” Lindley, 24, was arrested at 5:29 p.m. Sunday on 2007-11-20T20:25:17Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111907band.html Nov 19, 2007 - Members of the SSHS Marching Band will be enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, but it won't be in a conventional place. The band will be dining aboard the Spirit of Chicago ship on Lake 2007-11-20T20:25:12Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111907sexassault.html Nov 19, 2007 - A 47-year-old Hopkins County man has been charged on six counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child involving his daughter. Bond was set at $50,000 on each charge for Christopher Vernon Moore, who was arrested 2007-11-20T20:25:08Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt112007closed.html Nov 20, 2007 - Those with business to be conducted this week in Sulphur Springs will want to do so by the close of business Wednesday as local government offices and banks will be closed Thursday to allow employees time 2007-11-20T20:25:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt112007wholelottapot.html Nov 20, 2007 - An Arkansas man traveling along Interstate 30 ended up finishing out the night Monday in the county jail on marijuana charges. His arrest came as a result of a routine traffic stop by police interdiction officers 2007-11-20T20:24:58Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111807outreach.html Nov 18, 2007 - A new outreach center has opened its doors in Hopkins County for victims of family violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes. SAFE-T Crisis Center (Shelter Agencies for Families in East Texas) was founded in Mount 2007-11-19T18:44:22Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111807music.html Nov 18, 2007 - Who knew a Strings program and an energy company could create such beautiful music together? The Sulphur Springs ISD’s unique music project got a boost from ATMOS energy this week – in the form of two 2007-11-19T18:44:19Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111607escape.html Nov 16, 2007 - A Como man waiting to be taken to jail on multiple charges after he apparently climbed out of the window of a Hopkins County Sheriff's Office patrol truck and fled on foot. Marcos Andres “Andy” Noah, 2007-11-19T18:43:52Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111607awards.html Nov 16, 2007 - The Hopkins County African American Leadership Conference will present almost 40 awards Saturday to area peace officers, firefighters and others at the first Bill Dirks Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony. The ceremony is slated to begin at 2007-11-19T18:43:49Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111607tax.html Nov 16, 2007 - Miller Grove school officials have called a special meeting Monday night to address a recent tax rollback election and to address recent changes in election laws. The agenda calls for the board to canvass the results 2007-11-19T18:43:46Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111507hcso.html Nov 15, 2007 - The process law enforcement must follow in any sexual assault case involving children is generally lengthy, from interviewing the person reporting the crime, to having the child interviewed and examined by forensics and sex assault specialists, 2007-11-19T18:43:43Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111507goodcause.html Nov 15, 2007 - Two local volunteer fire departments will be hosting fund-raising events to raise money for life-saving equipment. Yantis Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a stew and silent auction Saturday to help purchase a "Jaws of Life" 2007-11-19T18:43:40Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111507morelandreview.html Nov 15, 2007 - Bob Wills and The Light Crust Doughboys. Johnny Gimble. Asleep at the Wheel.  Here’s a new name to add to the list of Western Swing greats  – Doug Moreland. After paying his dues in honky tonks 2007-11-19T18:43:14Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111407internet.html Nov 14, 2007 - Teen-age drivers have a reputation for bad, or at least questionable, driving skills, and a Pennsylvania teen’s failure to control speed Tuesday resulted in her detention in a Greenville juvenile facility and the arrest of the 2007-11-15T17:05:14Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111307ssisd.html Nov 13, 2007 - Sulphur Springs Independent School District approved a contract Monday which gives them the same privileges and responsibilities regarding use of Hopkins County Regional Civic Center as the district has had in the past, with only one 2007-11-15T17:04:23Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111307cars.html Nov 13, 2007 - Sulphur Springs Police Department’s drug interdiction officers are reaping the rewards of their hard work — the two officers are riding around in 2007 Dodge Chargers purchased with forfeited funds they helped secure as a result 2007-11-15T17:04:17Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111307fooddrive.html Nov 13, 2007 - The 26th annual Spirit of Christmas Food Drive, sponsored by Brookshire Grocery Co. and the Sulphur Springs Kiwanis Club, begins on Saturday, Nov. 17. The food drive provides food for needy families in the Sulphur Springs 2007-11-15T17:03:38Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111207macbethreview.html Nov 12, 2007 - “Death by Diva,” the 2007-2008 Dallas Opera season began Friday night with one of the most dramatic, and certainly the deadliest diva of all time – Lady Macbeth. Giuseppe Verdi wrote his opera based on William 2007-11-15T17:03:29Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111207trip.html Nov 12, 2007 - Saturday it was a car wash, at the end of the month it will be cookbooks and home interior candles, just before Christmas it will be bake sales, all designed to help 42 kids from Como-Pickton 2007-11-15T16:58:53Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111207chase.html Nov 12, 2007 - A brief multi-agency chase of a wanted San Antonio man said to be armed and dangerous concluded at noon Saturday just west of Sulphur Springs, with the suspect being taken into custody. Local officials were alerted 2007-11-15T16:58:21Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111207pills.html Nov 11, 2007 - An early morning traffic stop Sunday resulted in a West Virginia man going to jail on controlled substance charges after seven bundles of diet pills were found in his van. The suspect also is alleged to 2007-11-15T16:58:15Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111107teems.html Nov 11, 2007 - While their study may not have gone according to plan, the Sulphur Bluff team still had plenty to share at Saturday morning’s X-TEEMS Academy Fall Expo 2007 at Texas A&M University-Commerce. The SB students didn’t get 2007-11-15T16:58:09Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111107ssisd.html Nov 11, 2007 - An agreement between the county and school district for use of Hopkins County Regional Civic Center and composition of the facility’s board will be one the of items trustees for Sulphur Springs Independent School District are 2007-11-15T16:57:11Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt111407upra.html Nov 14, 2007 - The best of the best will meet at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center arena for the 29th consecutive year this weekend for the big finish to the United Professional Rodeo Association season. The finals this 2007-11-15T16:56:47Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110907abc.html Nov 9, 2007 - True motorcyclists will accept any excuse to ride with friends, and they’ve got a really good reason to do so Saturday. That’s when the annual ABC Autoplex Toy Run will be held, beginning at 9 a.m. 2007-11-12T19:12:10Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110907room.html Nov 9, 2007 - Philip Dick is one lucky guy. Not only does he get paid to do what he loves, teaching art to high school students, his classes are no longer limited by a lack of square footage. This 2007-11-12T19:12:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110807tax.html Nov 8, 2007 - The Sulphur Springs City Council took a few more steps to making the revitalization of downtown a reality Tuesday, approving a special taxing instrument to raise money for improvements and discussing a way to pay for 2007-11-08T20:35:37Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110807benefit.html Nov 8, 2007 - The friends and family of Elston and Sylvia Petty of Brashear are hosting a benefit stew and auction to help the Pettys with recent medical bills. The activities will begin Saturday, Nov. 10, at 5:30 p.m. 2007-11-08T20:35:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110707sexoffender.html Nov 7, 2007 - Sulphur Springs City Council members held back on final approval of an ordinance restricting the places registered sex offenders can live and visit during the regular monthly meeting Tuesday night. The decision to postpone the decision 2007-11-08T20:34:55Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110707tax.html Nov 7, 2007 - Voters in Miller Grove Independent School District have had their say, and according to the first unofficial count, the proposed school tax rate was not approved during Tuesday’s election. The measure failed by about 10 votes, 2007-11-08T20:34:49Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110807laurareview.html Nov 8, 2007 - Sulphur Springs native Laura Lundgren Smith is an accomplished playwright. Her 2007 play “Seamless” was chosen from over 350 other scripts to be featured in Dallas’ Kitchen Dog Theatre’s prestigious New Works Festival. A staged reading 2007-11-08T20:34:46Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110807scam.html Nov 8, 2007 - With Halloween past and Thanksgiving just weeks away, ‘tis definitely the season — of busy children, parents and business people, full schedules and plentiful spending. It’s also the season when shady people try to take advantage 2007-11-08T20:34:17Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110607united.html Nov 6, 2007 - Hopkins County United Way, thanks to generous contributions from individuals, organizations and companies, has met the 2007-2008 campaign goal of $145,000 for 16 local agencies. As of 10 o'clock this morning, HCUW had collected $148,767 and 2007-11-07T21:09:52Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110607crash.html Nov 6, 2007 - A Greenville man’s bad luck was two-fold Monday afternoon — his pickup truck was wrecked, and he ended up in jail for driving without a license. The 19-year-old was driving a green Chevrolet pickup which overturned 2007-11-07T21:09:12Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110507records.html Nov 5, 2007 - Need a birth certificate but don’t have time to drive halfway across the state to get one from the county where you were born? No problem. Have a need to check real property records, misdemeanor criminal 2007-11-07T21:08:39Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110507center.html Nov 5, 2007 - Good News Christian Center Church is hosting “Give a Little Warmth,” jacket drive through the last week of this month. Donations of new and like-new coats and jackets of all sizes for adults and children may 2007-11-07T21:08:36Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110507truck.html Nov 5, 2007 - If you’re in the market for some new wheels and have $25 to spare, the Golden K Kiwanis Club of Sulphur Springs is looking for you. The club is giving away a 2007 Dodge Ram XLT 2007-11-07T21:08:32Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110407assault.html Nov 4, 2007 - A Sulphur Springs man was sentenced to 10 years in prison this week after being convicted on three charges of sexual assault of a teen-age boy in 2004. Jeffrey Wade Harrington, 45, pleaded guilty Thursday to 2007-11-07T21:07:50Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110407notes.html Nov 4, 2007 - The holidays have arrived early for the Northeast Texas Choral Society. Celebrating their 10th anniversary, the group is hard at work on their annual Christmas program, planned for Dec. 1 and 2 at the Hopkins County 2007-11-07T21:07:46Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110607cool.html Nov 6, 2007 - The coolest weather of the fall moved into the area overnight, with temperatures this evening expected to drop to the mid to upper 30s, but it should be a short-lived cold spell. The noontime temperature today 2007-11-07T21:07:09Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110107sakte.html Nov 1, 2007 - This Halloween night trick was not a treat for skateboarders in Sulphur Springs. City Manager Marc Maxwell said today that someone "redecorated" the skate park with graffiti over Halloween night, and he's shutting the spot down 2007-11-05T18:51:10Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110107lights.html Nov 1, 2007 - The 12th Annual Lights of Life campaign, hosted by Hopkins County Health Care Foundation, opened Thursday morning with a small kickoff celebration and $20,000 in donations from hospital volunteers and Grocery Supply Company. Hopkins County Memorial 2007-11-05T18:50:53Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110207medicare.html Nov 2, 2007 - As if medical and prescription insurance plans aren’t confusing enough, in two weeks begins what some might call “open season” for the Medicare Part D Prescription Plan. That’s when senior citizens covered by Medicare will be 2007-11-05T18:50:18Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110207hicks.html Nov 2, 2007 - Hopkins County Extension Agent Johanna Hicks has once again earned national honors for her service with Texas Cooperative Extension Service, this time receiving the highest award given at a national convention. Hicks was presented the National 2007-11-05T18:50:14Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110207abductions.html Nov 2, 2007 - Those who are concerned about "stranger danger" will get a kick out of a free program offered to youngsters Saturday. Sulphur Springs ATA Black Belt Academy, in partnership with AmberAlert.com, is holding a free “Kidz ‘n’ 2007-11-05T18:49:46Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110107indictments.html Nov 1, 2007 - A Hopkins County grand jury during its October session last week approved more than 50 indictments against 46 individuals. The majority of the charges primarily consisted of controlled substance and marijuana offenses. The indictments include: Those 2007-11-05T18:49:42Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110207salvationarmy.html Nov 2, 2007 - Although Christmas is still more than 50 days away, many families are already making holiday plans. For some, however, especially those with young children, the holidays can be a daunting time, particularly those who are already 2007-11-05T18:49:38Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110207grafitti.html Nov 2, 2007 - If you think skateboarders are lazy, think again. Less than a day after someone spray-painted graffiti on the skate park in Buford Park, the people who most want to use the facility had all but cleaned 2007-11-05T18:49:34Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/November/nt110107convoy.html Nov 1, 2007 - If you thought the 87 classic cars and street rods that filled the downtown square for Saturday's Heritage Square Rod Run were tough, wait'll you get a gander at what's coming this weekend. A parade of 2007-11-05T18:48:56Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt103007hollyspringsreview.html Oct 30, 2007 - Author Jan Karon released “A Light From Heaven,” the ninth and last of her beloved “At Home in Mitford” series in November of 2005, leaving her fans yearning for more. The sweet, gentle series introduced readers 2007-11-02T20:08:36Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102307briefsreview.html Oct 23, 07 - After the tragic death of his third wife in a helicopter accident in 1977, no one expected Jordan’s King Hussein to marry an American girl,  especially 26-year old Lisa Halaby.  A child of privilege and Arab 2007-11-02T20:06:59Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102907taxes.html Oct 29, 2007 - Hopkins County Commissioners Court passed a resolution Monday morning to establish a reinvestment zone that includes tax abatement agreements between Hopkins County and Raine Tank and Fabrication, GSC Enterprises and Fidelity Express. According to Roger Feagley, 2007-10-31T19:03:50Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102907posse.html Oct 29, 2007 - A side branch of the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office celebrated its 20th anniversary this past weekend. The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse honored members past and present  Saturday in a special service complete with honor and color 2007-10-31T19:03:46Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt103007united.html Oct 30, 2007 - M. Hanna Construction is leading the charge to raise funds for Hopkins County United Way. Thus far, the $15,000 they have turned in is the largest amount to date contributed by a single business, group or 2007-10-31T19:03:16Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt103007star.html Oct 30, 2007 - Just about anybody can be a parent. Being a good one? That’s another matter. The Family Haven STAR Program, a United Way agency serving Hopkins, Delta and Rains counties since 1997, is offering a training course 2007-10-31T18:45:34Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102807suddenlink.html Oct 28, 2007 - Corporate greed may be the reason Suddenlink Communications will implement a rate increase of about $3 for a typical cable subscriber come December, but it's not necessarily the cable company that's the problem. In a letter 2007-10-29T14:29:09Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102607lakefork.html Oct 26, 2007 - Thanks in part to a long drink from spring and summer rains this year, Lake Fork is in excellent shape and should be able to withstand planned withdrawals of water by the city of Dallas beginning 2007-10-29T14:29:05Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102607veterans.html Oct 26, 2007 - A special appreciation dinner is being held Nov. 8 to honor the men and women who  have served our country in the armed forces. All veterans and their spouses, and veterans’ widows and widowers are invited 2007-10-29T14:29:02Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102407steem.html Oct 24, 2007 - Normally, when you think of bacteria in association with schools, it makes you want to grab a can of lysol or cleaning solvent, especially in light of the recent spread of staph infection in Texas schools. 2007-10-26T17:24:25Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102507haunted.html Oct 25, 2007 - Deep in the wooded trails of Southern Hopkins County will rise a haunting thrill so eerie many a resident will come to take a gander and gawk at the macabre — an uprising ventured only two days 2007-10-26T17:23:43Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102507donations.html Oct 25, 2007 - While investigation into the cause of the fire which heavily damaged the kitchen of a Live Oak Street residence Wednesday is ongoing, officials say the blaze is in no way suspicious. The two story home sustained 2007-10-26T17:22:59Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102407bowie.html Oct 24, 2007 - Bowie Elementary not only regional but state standards as well. The campus will be honored as one of only two Title I school districts in Texas to be recognized in January at a national conference. Last 2007-10-26T17:22:23Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102407fire.html Oct 24, 2007 - Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County firefighters through the noon hour today were battling a structure fire on Live Oak Street. Their efforts were hampered when the water hydrant they hooked hoses to blew, making firefighters reliant 2007-10-26T17:22:19Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102407chase.html Oct 24, 2007 - A five-mile vehicle chase along Interstate 30 east of Sulphur Springs concluded with the suspect surrendering to authorities after his tires were punctured early this morning The incident began around 12:30 Wednesday morning, when Sulphur Springs 2007-10-26T17:22:14Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101707mcqueenreview.html Oct 17, 2007 - If you’re a fan of Western Swing, the music made famous by Bob Wills and the Light Crust Doughboys, then you’re probably familiar with Asleep at the Wheel, the band that keeps the Wills sound alive.  2007-10-26T16:39:09Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102307uil.html Oct 23, 2007 - The Sulphur Springs High School Band earned First Division ratings in all categories Saturday at the Parkway Marching Contest in Bossier City, La. The band also placed fourth in the overall rankings. SSHS was one of 2007-10-23T20:10:59Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102307unitedway.html Oct 23, 2007 - Hopkins County United Way has raised 23 percent of its $145,000 goal for this year’s fundraising campaign to benefit 16 local agencies, HCUW Campaign Chair Randal Voss said following Tuesday morning’s campaign workers report meeting. “I 2007-10-23T20:10:56Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102307shotgun.html Oct 23, 2007 - A domestic squabble Monday ultimately concluded with a Pickton man going to jail for aggravated assault of a family member. The incident marked the second time HCSO had been contacted Monday regarding Bobby Earl Johnson and 2007-10-23T20:10:13Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102307abduction.html Oct 23, 2007 - A call of a suspected abduction Monday night ultimately resulted in the alleged victim and “kidnapper” going to jail on felony drug charges and the seizure of more than $44,000 in cash. Sulphur Springs police received 2007-10-23T20:10:09Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102207crash.html Oct 22, 2007 -The 24-year-old Pickton man killed in a crash early Saturday morning was identified by Texas Department of Public Safety officials Monday as David Heath Brown.  Brown was pronounced dead at 4:50 a.m. Saturday at the crash scene 2007-10-23T17:46:08Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101807pot.html Oct 18, 2007 - Sulphur Springs-Hopkins County Special Crimes Unit investigators continue their efforts to rid the county of illegal substances, one tree at a time, as was the case Wednesday. The investigators made one felony arrest and seized two 2007-10-22T19:50:03Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101807specialsports.html Oct 18, 2007 - Sulphur Springs Independent School District will host a special sports day Friday at the high school gymnasium, continuing a tradition that has lasted for at least 20 years. Students from SSISD as well as Como-Pickton Consolidated 2007-10-22T19:49:06Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101807flu.html Oct 18, 2007 - If you’re prone to seasonal influenza and haven’t managed to get in a flu shot yet this year, you will want to mark Nov. 1-23 on your calendar.  Texas Department of State Health Services has received 2007-10-22T19:48:32Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101807closeto40.html Oct 18, 2007 - The Hopkins County African American Leadership Conference is scheduled to present almost 40 awards to area peace officers, firefighters and others at the first Bill Dirks Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 17. The 2007-10-22T19:48:28Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102107ribbon.html Oct 21, 2007 - While most students are looking forward to next week because it represents a four day student weekend, there’s also a lot of fun in store next week, especially for elementary aged children. Sulphur Springs, like schools 2007-10-22T19:46:10Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102107rod.html Oct 21, 2007 - No offense to the fast and furious crowd, but there’s nothing quite like the purring beast of a big-block V-8 in a street rod to get the blood flowing. The loping cadence at idle sounds as 2007-10-22T19:46:01Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102107jail.html Oct 21, 2007 - A Brookston man was jailed Friday night after he was caught attempting to burn a car he stole from his estranged wife’s Sulphur Springs residence, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Investigators said Saturday morning. HCSO Sgt. Todd Evans 2007-10-22T19:43:04Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt102107fire.html Oct 21, 2007 - Hopkins County’s Fire Prevention program continues to grow, with new acts and additional information each year. The program started four years ago with just one clown, and has grown to include up to three clowns, a 2007-10-22T19:42:58Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101907favor.html Oct 19, 2007 - The Bible says, "It is more blessed to give than to receive," and for years, Slyvia Petty gave to others, raising money for the sick and those in need. Now, it's time for Petty and her 2007-10-22T19:42:52Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101907unemployment.html Oct 19, 2007 - Job growth continued to climb in Hopkins County in September, with over 200 more people working than in August. According to data compiled by the Texas Workforce Commission, unemployment in September was at 3.8 percent, down 2007-10-22T19:40:48Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101707indictments.html Oct 17, 2007 - A federal grand jury last week indicted five people on charges stemming from Hopkins County cases. Two men — Gary Dean Lee, and Brandon Ray Mitchell — were charged in separate cases of federal violations in 2007-10-18T17:32:58Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101707taks.html Oct 17, 2007 - Four sessions will be held next week for current SSHS seniors as well as former students who have yet to pass the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Exit Level tests.  Monday, Oct. 22, has been 2007-10-18T17:32:54Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101707suddenlink.html Oct 17, 2007 - Five years ago, Verizon beat what is now Suddenlink Communications to the punch in being the first to offer high-speed Internet connections in Sulphur Springs, launching DSL (digital subscriber line) service almost six weeks before the 2007-10-18T17:32:50Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101707uil.html Oct 17, 2007 - The Sulphur Springs High School Band earned First Division ratings from all judges Tuesday at the Region IV University Interscholastic League Marching Contest in Mount Pleasant. The band now advances to the area level of competition 2007-10-18T17:32:47Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101607unitedway.html Oct 16, 2007 - Hopkins County United Way is off to a good start for this year’s campaign. At the first report meeting this morning, donations turned in by campaign workers were almost 50 percent ahead of last year’s pace 2007-10-17T18:04:05Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101607grant.html Oct 16, 2007 - Hopkins County Animal Protection League was one of two East Texas groups  designated a share of a $17,000 grant from the DJ&T Foundation. The funding will be divided among the animal protection leagues in Sulphur Springs 2007-10-17T18:03:32Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101607spca.html Oct 16, 2007 - The owner of dozens of cats and fish removed a week ago from a rural Sulphur Springs residence surrendered the animals to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during a hearing Monday. The 2007-10-17T18:03:28Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101507atv.html Oct 15, 2007 - A Hopkins County woman died over the weekend as a result of a crash on an all-terrain vehicle on Saturday. Pamela Pence, 21, died Sunday morning at East Texas Medical Center in Tyler, where she was 2007-10-17T18:02:44Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101507expo.html Oct 15, 2007 - A variety of health care professionals will be on hand Tuesday during Hopkins County Marketing Association’s 2007 Senior Expo. The doors at New Beginnings Fellowship church, located at 155 North Jackson St., will open at 9 2007-10-17T18:02:40Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101507tax.html Oct 15, 2007 - Miller Grove taxpayers should be receiving letters from the school district within the next few days explaining why their recently mailed tax bills were considerably less than should be expected. The reason? They were incomplete because 2007-10-17T18:02:37Z http://www.ssnewstelegram.com/news/2007/October/nt101207upcomingreview.html Oct 12, 2007 - It’s that time in the publishing world – a host of new titles are about to be released. Here are a few of the books that are certain to hit everyone’s best seller list.  While Cornwell’s 2007-10-17T18:02:33Z