Man Allegedly Found With Drug Paraphernalia Arrested On Parole Warrant
Terry Leon Brewer, 43, of Log Cabin was arrested on a parole warrant following a traffic stop.
Brewer was reportedly driving a Honda Accord stopped at 12:57 a.m. Friday on State Highway 19 north near County Road 4508 Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Tanner Steward for an expired registration. Deputy Kevin Lester arrived to assist wit the stop.
Brewer was noticeably nervous during the stop, but agreed to let deputies search the car, Steward noted in arrest reports. A blunt splitter was allegedly found in the console.
A records check showed Brewer to be wanted for violation of parole. Brewer allegedly claimed the blunt splitter and admitted to having used methamphetamine a week before, the deputies alleged in arrest reports.
Brewer was taken to jail on the warrant, the car was impounded and the woman passenger was released.
Sulphur Springs Woman Arrested for DWI Following Crash Investigation
A 30-year-old Sulphur Springs woman was arrested on a Class A misdemeanor driving while intoxicated charge following an investigation into a traffic crash, according to arrest reports.
Sulphur Springs police responded to a complaint of a crash. On contact with the woman at 10:16 p.m. Thursday, officers reported smelling a strong alcohol odor emitting from her breath. She also was alleged to be unsteady on her feet, spoke with slow slurred speech and had bloodshot eyes.
Due to the inclement weather at the time, police did not conduct field sobriety tests. Instead she was taken to the county jail, where she tested 0.265 and 0.272 on breath tests, more than three times the legal 0.08 limit. She was charged with DWI with a blood-alcohol reading of more than 0.15, according to arrest reports.
The woman was released from the county jail on $2,000 bond on the DWI charge Thursday morning, according to jail reports.
Commerce Woman Arrested On Warrants Following Unruly Courtroom Behavior
A Commerce woman was arrested on two misdemeanor warrants following a disturbance during court proceedings.
Deputies were dispatched at around 11 a.m. to the district courtroom, to a complaint of an unruly person “acting out in court,” according to sheriff’s reports.
A records check showed the 23-year-old Commerce woman to be wanted on Hopkins County charges of possession or delivery of drug paraphernalia and speeding, resulting in her arrest on both outstanding charges, according to arrest reports.
She was released from jail later Thursday on the charges, according to jail reports.
The “Whipped Challenge”… Cooking Teams Heat Up For June 15 Contest in New Venue
Here’s an exciting new Dairy Festival contest with a new venue for 2019! The “Whipped” Cooking Challenge will be held on the morning of Saturday June 15 inside Heritage Park’s new Winniford House multi-purpose facility. Spectators are encouraged to attend! Admission is free! A team briefing will held at 9 am, with the Challenge getting started at 10:15 am.
According to the trio of Dairy Festival Board members who visited the studio on Friday June 7, cooking teams can still enter as of Saturday June 8. Teams must have four members, with each team’s captain delegating duties in the timed-event food preparation competition. Each cooking team will be provided with basic ingredients for a three-course meal. Each will prepare and submit first an appetizer, then a main dish, and finally a dessert in the three divisions of competition. In addition to basic ingredients, there will be a dry pantry of staples and a chilled pantry of dairy products. Each course must be prepared with at least two dairy products. Teams are allowed to bring their own standard equipment from home, such as knives, mixing utensils and small appliances which can be used in the preparation of the courses.
For each course, once the starting bell is heard, teams have a half-hour to create a recipe, slice, dice, blend, mix, cook and otherwise prepare the course and get the plated entry to the judging table before the allotted time runs out. That’s the challenge! Taste, appearance and plate-appeal will be among the criteria used by the panel of judges. Some teams will be advance after each course is judged, with some teams getting eliminated in each round. Following the dessert course, this year’s Whipped Challenge winner will be announced. It’s one of the creative ways Hopkins County celebrates Dairy Festival and our dairying heritage. Influenced by the television show “Chopped”, the unique local contest was created in 2018 through the co-operation of the agents at the Texas Agrilife Extension office in Sulphur Springs.
For entry info, contact Missy Caddell, Committee Chairman at 903-438-6381 or pick up an entry form in Alliance Bank downtown lobby.
Wood County Sheriff’s Report May 29-June 4, 2019
May 29th
- Deputies were dispatched, at approximately 7:23 a.m., to County Road 2110 on an animal complaint regarding a snake. The snake was relocated from the residence to the woods.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1360 in Quitman, at approximately 10:01 a.m., in reference to an alarm. The residence and barn were secured and there was no sign of activity.
- Deputies spoke with reporting party, at approximately 10:17 a.m., in reference to a concern of a possible harassment of her daughter at graduation ceremonies. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2275, at approximately 1:27 p.m., in reference to a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was parked off the roadway and was determined not to be a traffic hazard.
- Deputies were dispatched to the Lake Holbrook Beach area, at approximately 2:43 p.m., on a report of 2 people smoking marijuana. Deputies located the individuals and requested permission to search the vehicle which they received. When the vehicle door was opened, a very strong odor of marijuana emanated from the truck cab. Deputies discovered a small white tube containing marijuana buds and Xanax bars. Justin Hillard-Kennedy, 31, of Mineola was arrested for possession of drugs.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2205 in Mineola, at approximately 4:28 p.m., in reference to an alarm. The call was cancelled prior to arrival.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4494 in Winnsboro, at approximately 4:41 p.m., for a dispute. Upon arrival, the Deputies spoke with all parties involved and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3990 in Hawkins, at approximately 5:14 p.m., on a domestic assault call. The reporting party claimed injuries from being hit in the face with a bottle, but due to conflicting witness statements, the case is being forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4165 in Quitman, at approximately 6:21 p.m., in reference to an alarm. This turned out to be a false alarm per the alarm company.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 1254 in Mineola, at approximately 7:22 p.m. No offense had occurred, but the citizen requested additional patrols in the area.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4360, at approximately 7:26 p.m., in regards to a tornado touching down. The citizen was referred to the Red Cross for additional assistance.
- Deputies were contacted at approximately 7:41 p.m., in regards to phone harassment. The reporting party was out of state and the harassing caller was calling from outside of Wood County. The caller was given advice on how to handle the situation.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2110 in Quitman, at approximately 7:46 p.m., in regards to a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, deputies located a subject who had a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from him, standing in the roadway. Joshua Ray Scott, 27, of Alba, was arrested for public intoxication and transported to the Wood County Jail. The homeowner declined to pursue any charges for burglary.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869 in Hawkins, at approximately 8:57 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was ok.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2944 in Golden, at approximately 9:25 p.m., in reference to a domestic disturbance. A subject was transported to hospital for evaluation.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 69 off of Highway 37, at approximately 9:51 p.m., to assist a motorist who had driven into high water. A towing company was contacted on their behalf and TX DOT put up barricades on the road.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2920 in Alba, at approximately 10:58 p.m., in regards to a disturbance in progress. One of the individuals stated that she had been assaulted by 2 other individuals. Due to conflicting statements by the individuals and witnesses, this case was forwarded to investigators.
May 30th
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1416 near FM 2966, at approximately 2:27 a.m., regarding a suspicious vehicle. Deputies located a car parked at the location with minor damage.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 6338 in Mineola, at approximately 3:32 a.m., regarding a dispute / shots fired. A family member violated a protective order by coming onto the property and shooting out a car window. When the deputies arrived, the subject was no longer at the residence, however, at 5:18 a.m., dispatch was notified that the subject was at the hospital with an accidental gunshot wound to his foot. Due to the ongoing nature of this situation, this case was forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2840 in Mineola, at approximately 9:09 a.m., regarding an animal complaint. Deputies put the loose dog back inside of the fence and notified the owner.
- Deputies received information regarding possible drug activity in the Holly Lake Ranch area. This information has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies spoke with the reporting party regarding a complaint of a pack of dogs chasing cows on Highway 182 in Alba. Deputies gave the reporting party advice and cleared the incident.
- Deputies received information, at approximately 11:28 a.m., that a possible sexual assault had occurred on County Road 3800 in Hawkins. A report was made to Child Protective Services and this case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies responded to a call on County Road 3144 in Quitman, at approximately 11:31 a.m., that an unknown bull was in reporting party’s yard. The bull was picked up and taken to Winnsboro Livestock because the owner could not be located.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to County Road 2373 at approximately 12:38 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 7948 in Winnsboro, at approximately 12:36 p.m., in regards to an animal complaint. Reporting party believes that a neighbor is using a taser to discipline her dog. The deputy spoke with other witnesses who said they had not seen this occur. Deputies were unable to contact the dog owner at that time.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2966, at approximately 12:45 p.m., on a report that the Yantis Masonic Lodge had an open door and no cars in the parking lot. The building was checked and secured.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 312 in Winnsboro, at approximately 1:05 p.m. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to make contact with the individual.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 14/3282, at approximately 1:10 p.m., to assist a motorist with a flat tire. The subject had already received help and was enroute to purchase a new tire.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 in Yantis, at approximately 1:32 p.m., on a report of a reckless driver. Deputies were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2659, at approximately 1:59 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies secured the building.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 69, at approximately 3:31 p.m., on a report of a reckless driver. Deputies were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 5675 in Alba, at approximately 3:33 p.m., on a reported terroristic threat. Deputies spoke to the parties involved and one of the parties agreed to leave for the night to prevent further disturbances.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 6673 in Mineola, at approximately 3:58 p.m., in reference to shots fired. The deputy located bullet holes in the residence. After speaking with multiple neighbors in the area, the deputy located, by phone, the shooter who admitted to shooting in that direction during target practice. He did not realize that there was a residence in that direction and will find a safer location in the future.
- Deputies were dispatched to Bent Bow Lane in Holly Lake Ranch, at approximately 4:06 p.m., regarding receiving harassing phone calls and texts. The reporting party was advised to block the number.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 6645 in Mineola, at approximately 6:21 p.m., regarding a suspicious person knocking on the door to ask for a ride. The subject was located and advised not to return to the residence.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4760 in Winnsboro, at approximately 10:43 p.m., regarding a family disturbance. One of the family members was found to be in crisis and was transported to the hospital for treatment.
May 31st
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 37/2142, at approximately 12:21 a.m., in regards to a suspicious person. The subject was located and was simply out walking.
- Deputies were dispatched to the Clear Lake Inn in Quitman, at approximately 1:16 a.m., in regards to a suspicious person. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate anyone.
- Deputies were dispatched to Private Road 5553 in Alba, at approximately 7:17 a.m., in regards to an alarm call. The alarm was for a medical emergency, but the subject refused EMS transport.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4415, at approximately 9:29 a.m., for a missing person report. The party returned home safely prior to the deputies’ arrival.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 312 in Winnsboro, at approximately 11:13 a.m., in regards to stray dogs. The deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate the dogs.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2460/County Road 2465, at approximately 12:14 p.m., in regards to found property. The reporting party had found a wallet, without identification, in the road along with a plastic sack containing drug paraphernalia. The items were placed in evidence.
- Deputies received a phone call at approximately 1:25 p.m. regarding property damage at a location on FM 17 in Yantis. The reporting party stated that he had been notified by neighbors that persons known to him had damaged his fence even after having been given a criminal trespass warning. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 514, at approximately 2:49 p.m., on a report of a reckless driver. Deputies were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2689 in Hawkins, at approximately 4:41 p.m., in regards to a family dispute. The deputies got permission from the homeowner for the family member to remove his belongings from the residence.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 at FM 515, at approximately 8:46 p.m., in reference to a reckless driver. The car was located and Peter Joseph Petsche, 32, of Howe, Texas was arrested for an out of county warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to 1799 @ Holbrook Bridge, at approximately 10:51 p.m., in reference to a suspicious person walking into oncoming traffic. The subject was located and Monica Shafer, 23, of Grand Saline was arrested for an out of county warrant.
June 1st
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2444 in Mineola, at approximately 2:04 p.m., on a noise complaint. Upon arrival, the deputies were unable to locate any loud music at the location.
- Deputies were dispatched to Point at Lake Holbrook, at approximately 2:32 a.m., in reference to a suspicious vehicle. The subject was waiting on someone to bring bait in order to go fishing.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 778, south of County Road 2678, at approximately 8:43 a.m., in reference to a suspicious person. The subject was located walking on the road and given a courtesy ride.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 11 in Winnsboro, at approximately 10:08 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was ok.
- Deputies were dispatched to the boat ramp at Lake Holbrook, at approximately 5:20 p.m., in reference to a noise complaint. The deputies warned the subjects not to swim off of the boat dock pier.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Hawkins, at approximately 5:33 p.m., in reference to a report of a family member making threats. The deputies were unable to locate the reporting party.
- At 5:50 p.m., cows were reported out on County Road 4165. The deputies made contact with the owner and the cows were secured.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook Beach, at approximately 6:06 p.m., in reference to an alcohol violation. Deputies warned multiple beachgoers that alcohol was not allowed on the beach.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2117 in Quitman, at approximately 8:41 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. Parties were involved in a verbal dispute and they were separated by the deputies.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 515, at approximately 9:32 p.m., in reference to a suspicious person. Deputies were unable to locate the subject.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3270, at approximately 11:07 p.m., in reference to a disturbance. The reporting party stated that she had been assaulted by a party known to her. Deputies received conflicting statements from the reporting party and witnesses and, since the subject was no longer at the location, cleared the incident.
June 2nd
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 154 in Winnsboro, at approximately 12:34 a.m., in reference to an aggravated robbery. Deputies arrived at the location to find a male who had been shot in the neck and who advised that the shooting had taken place on County Road 2502 in Mineola. The victim was transported by EMS. This case has been forwarded to investigators and an arrest has been made.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 in Quitman, at approximately 8:06 a.m., in reference to a fraud. The reporting party stated that he had received 4 counterfeit one hundred dollar bills from a tenant paying rent. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2234 in Mineola, at approximately 8:08 a.m., in reference to suspicious persons. Deputies located the subjects who were trying to earn extra money by mowing yards.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 312, 1 mile north of E. Highway 154, at approximately 8:39 a.m., in reference to a cow who had been hit by a car. The owner was contacted and removed the cow.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 14 in Quitman, at approximately 10:41 a.m., in reference to an alarm. The deputies spoke with the homeowners and everything was okay.
- Deputies contacted reporting party by telephone at approximately 11:27 a.m. in reference to a theft. The party reported that she had been missing some items from her home, but had not reported them stolen until a neighbor contacted her with information as to who might be responsible. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4530 in Winnsboro, at approximately 2:02 p.m., regarding shots fired. Deputies searched the area, but were unable to locate anyone firing a gun.
- Deputies were notified by a Tyler hospital of a dog bite victim who lives on County Road 3812 in Hawkins. Deputies were unable to locate the victim either at the residence or by phone.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3420 in Hawkins, at approximately 4:01 p.m., in reference to a homeowner finding broken windows in her home. The deputies made entry for the homeowner and everything was secure.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1840 in Yantis, at approximately 4:38 p.m., in reference to a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was not located, but the reporting party requested extra patrol in the area.
- At 6:50 p.m., cows were reported out on FM 1647, 3 miles south of Highway 11.
- At 6:55 p.m., a caller reported an animal in the roadway on Highway 80, west of the Mineola city limits.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2920 in Golden, at approximately 7:00 p.m., on a disturbance. The reporting party stated that a pair of pliers was thrown at her, striking her in the leg and causing bruising. Due to conflicting statements and the fact that the reporting party had been involved in a physical altercation a few days prior, the parties were told that this case would be forwarded to investigations. One of the parties, Gerri Rachelle Butler, 44, of Golden had an outstanding warrant for Driving While License Invalid and was arrested.
- Deputies were dispatched to the 515 bridge before 17, at approximately 7:30 p.m., in reference to teens jumping off of the bridge. Deputies arrived and the subjects dispersed.
- Deputies were dispatched to Greenbriar Cove in Holly Lake Ranch, at approximately 8:45 p.m., in reference to a family disturbance. Zoe Nicole Armock, 18, of Holly Lake Ranch was arrested for Assault Causes bodily Injury Family/Household Member by Impeding Breathing/Air Circulation.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 17, at approximately 10:41 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies secured the residence.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2503 in Mineola, at approximately 10:47 p.m., in reference to criminal mischief. The reporting party stated that a person known to him had damaged the interior of his vehicle. The case will be forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Lake Holbrook, at approximately 10:46 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Multiple callers had reported loud music. Deputies contacted the subjects and asked them to turn off the music.
June 3rd
- Deputies were dispatched to 17N at the Paradise Boat Storage, at approximately 3:11 a.m., in reference to suspicious circumstances. The door of one of the storage units was standing open. Deputies determined that the unit was simply empty, not burglarized.
- Deputies made contact by phone with the reporting party who stated that he had paid an individual, known to him, to build a boathouse at County Road 1445 in Quitman. The subject began, but did not finish the job and admitted to the reporting party that he spent the money elsewhere. This case has been forwarded to investigations.
- Deputies made contact by phone with the reporting party who stated that she had paid an individual to do mechanic work on her 18 wheeler. The subject took the money, but did not perform the work. This case has been forwarded to investigations.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 69N in Quitman, at approximately 12:54 p.m., regarding a terroristic threat. The reporting party stated that her ex-husband pulled up next to her in her vehicle and pointed a gun at her, threatening to kill her. Deputies were unable to locate the subject. This case has been forwarded to investigations.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 17, south of 515 South, at approximately 1:42 p.m. regarding a reckless driver. Deputies searched, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to 515/4990, at approximately 2:07 p.m., in reference to assisting a motorist. Deputies located the vehicle which had been driven off of the roadway and called roadside assistance for the driver.
- Deputies were dispatched to 154 southbound toward Quitman, at approximately 4:09 p.m. regarding a reckless driver. Deputies searched, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3900 in Hawkins, at approximately 5:46 p.m., in reference to a dispute. Deputies responded and cleared the incident as a verbal disagreement.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1513 in Alba, at approximately 8:01 p.m., in reference to criminal trespass. Deputies issued a Criminal Trespass Warning and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2220 in Mineola, at approximately 8:10 p.m., in reference to a Facebook account being hacked. Deputies advised to contact Facebook and delete the account.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to FM 312, at approximately 9:52 p.m. The subject was arrested for the outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 312, 3 miles south of Winnsboro, at approximately 11:00 p.m., in reference to a traffic hazard. Deputies removed the hazard and cleared the incident.
June 4th
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2317 in Mineola, at approximately 4:31 a.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies secured the residence.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1515 in Alba, at approximately 7:33 a.m., in reference to a criminal trespass. The homeowners were advised to post some no trespassing signs on the property.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2659 in Hawkins, at approximately 11:15 a.m., in reference to actors unknown trying to kick in their door. Homeowners requested extra patrol in the area.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 1388 in Yantis, at approximately 11:26 a.m., in reference to actors unknown making a u-turn in the yard. There was no damage to the yard.
- Deputies made contact by phone with the reporting party who stated that she had paid an individual to cut down 4 trees on her property located on County Road 2434 in Mineola. The subject took the money, but only cut down 3 trees. The reporting party wishes to press charges. This case has been forwarded to investigations.
- Deputies were dispatched to FM 2869, at approximately 12:32 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and everything was ok.
- Deputies were dispatched to U.S. 80 in Mineola, at approximately 2:55 p.m., in reference to theft of services. Reporting party stated that a customer picked up his truck that had been repaired without paying for the services. This case has been forwarded to investigators.
- Deputies were dispatched to Greenbriar Trail in Hawkins, at approximately 3:36 p.m., in reference to an assault. The reporting party did not wish to pursue charges and left the residence to prevent any future disputes.
- Deputies were dispatched to Highway 69, at approximately 5:14 p.m., in reference to an animal complaint. Reporting party stated that, as he was riding his bike, a large dog came out onto the road and knocked him over causing him to scrape his knee. The dog did not attack him, but he requested that a report be made.
- Deputies were dispatched to 515, 1 mile west of the hospital, at approximately 5:46 p.m., in reference to a traffic hazard. Deputies removed the hazard and cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 2302 in Mineola, at approximately 5:58 p.m., in reference to a burglary. This turned out to be a family dispute over property. Deputies cleared the incident.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 4558 in Winnsboro, at approximately 6:02 p.m., in reference to an alarm. Deputies spoke with the homeowner and the residence was secure.
- Deputies went out on an arrest/warrant service to County Road 2482 in Mineola, at approximately 7:22 p.m. David William Wilson, 41, of Mineola was arrested for an outstanding warrant.
- Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3473 in Hawkins, at approximately 10:32 p.m., in reference to a dispute between campers at Lake Hawkins. A courtesy ride was given to one of the parties and deputies cleared the incident.
Additional activity
Between the dates of May 29th to June 4th, Wood County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to multiple agency assists that included the following: Mineola Police Department, Hawkins Police Department, Quitman Police Department, Department of Public Safety, Child Protective Services and UT Medical Center Quitman.
Reminders from Sheriff Castloo
If you have any information on these or any other crimes, please contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office at 903-763-2201, Crime Stoppers at 903-763-CASH, or the P3Crime Stoppers App.
Contact the Wood County Sheriff’s Office if you notice any suspicious vehicles or activity around your neighborhood. Please be aware of your surroundings.
What To Keep In Mind When Considering Mowing Wet Turf
By Dr. Mario Villarino
According to Extension bulletin information (UM Extension), Extension often gets questions about mowing turf when it’s wet and whether or not is a problem for the turf.
This may be a problem more for your mower than for the turf. Some mowers may start to clog up when mowing wet turf, especially if the turf is a little taller than you’d like. Besides issues with the mower clogging, mowing wet turf will dull the mower blade quicker than if you are always mowing dry turf. To help avoid this, mow at the highest level available on your mower.
In addition to mower issues, and certainly more important in the long run, is the potential to compact the soil or do significant damage to the turf by turning or slipping of mower wheels when the soil is saturated. This, of course, is of greater concern for those using riding mowers or larger commercial mowing equipment than for a homeowner using a push-behind walk mower
I would advise you to wait on mowing until the puddles under your feet have subsided, otherwise, you may do more damage than good.
You may also notice that the turf in poorly drained areas or in areas where downspouts discharge may be turning yellow or brown. There are several reasons for the discoloration, but one of the main reasons is impairment of the root system.
It doesn’t take long once the soil is saturated for soil oxygen levels to decline and root hairs to begin to die. As the turf’s root system becomes impaired, nutrient extraction and water uptake will be limited, which causes the discoloration. Accumulation of water stops oxygenation of the turf root system, potentially causing its death.
For more information on this or any other agricultural topic please contact the Hopkins County Extension Office at 903-885-3443 or email me at [email protected].
Counterfeit Money Complaint Results In 2 Misdemeanor Arrests
A complaint of counterfeit money being passed at an Industrial Drive business Wednesday night resulted in a Sulphur Springs man and woman being arrested on one misdemeanor charge each.
Sulphur Springs police conducted a search in reference to the report of a counterfeit $100. A search of the 48-year-old Sulphur Springs man allegedly revealed less than 2 ounces of marijuana in his possession. Consequently, he was arrested at 9:12 p.m. June 5 on a Class B misdemeanor possession of marijuana charge, police noted in arrest reports.
Officers contacted a 39-year-old woman identified as a person involved in the call. The woman was reportedly shouting profanity, and wouldn’t stop, even after being warned by police to cease using such language in public. Consequently, she was arrested for disorderly conduct, according to arrest reports.
The man remained in Hopkins County jail Thursday morning; his bond was set at $1,000 on the marijuana charge. The woman was released from jail Thursday morning, according to jail reports.
60th Annual Dairy Festival Parade is Saturday June 8 as Part of Local Dairying Pride
“I’ve watched Dairy Festival Parades all my life, and try to never miss one!” offered David Watson in an interview on the KSST Good Morning Show on June 6, 2019. “In fact, as a kid growing up on Connally Street, I got to watch it twice because a time or two, the parade passed by our house going east toward the square, and again coming back in to Buford Park!”. David is the Parade Committee Chairman of the Hopkins County Dairy Festival Board of Directors. He is excited about this year’s return of the Budweiser Clydedales and a first-time appearance of the 1st Cavalry Division Marching Band in the parade lineup. This year’s Parade Marshall is Lynda Hager and the SSHS Drum Line will keep everyone in step. “With over 100 floats already entered, including the nine custom-built contestant floats, the Queen’s float and colorful commercial entries, this parade is worthy of the title of 60th Anniversary Parade. Also, watch for former Dairy Festival Queens who will make a Parade appearance on June 8, 2019 and be recognized at the Queen’s Pageant and Coronation on Saturday June 15, 2019.
Watson asked everyone to be aware of a change in the Parade route. “We will step off from Buford Park at 10am, then turn left onto League and travel to Houston Street. Turning right, the Parade will proceed east on Houston Street, then turn right onto Church Street, traveling past the Post Office and entering the square beside the Hopkins County Courthouse. From there, we resume the usual parade route heading south on Gilmer Street, to disperse at the intersection of Gilmer and Lee Streets. There will be plenty of good spots along the route to watch the parade!”. Watson stated that Connally Street is undergoing improvements as part of the Cross Town Trail project construction, thus the change in the 2019 parade route.
The visiting Clydesdale 8-horse hitch and crew make up the West Coast team, now headquartered at Ft. Collins. Two mascot dalmatians also travel with the horses. You can visit them in their stalls at the Hopkins County Civic Center between 8am and 7pm this week. Clydesdales began to be used in the beer company’s promotions in 1933.
Here’s a few interesting side notes on local parade history. This year’s 60th anniversary theme “Over the Mooon in Dairyland” was selected to remember the first walk on the moon by man in 1969. Also, viewers of Cable Channel 18 TV will catch playbacks of archived Dairy Festival Parades from as far back as 1979, made possible through a collection of memorabilia belonging to Lynda Hager. Also, keep an eye out for the lofty sleigh-like vintage Queen’s Float, used by each winner as a local tradition. If you can’t attend the Dairy Festival Parade on Saturday June 8 at 10am, you can listen to the live broadcast on KSST Radio 1230 AM, and see it in playback on Channel 18 TV, ksstradio.com and on our Youtube channel at a later date.
Pickton Pair Accused of Possessing Heroin, Methamphetamine
June 6, 2019 – Cameron Lynn Bain, 25, and Rebecca Mae Matlock, 22, both of Pickton, were arrested at Brashear Post Office early Wednesday morning on two possession of controlled substance charges.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron Chaney, while patrolling around 12:30 a.m. June 5 in Brashear, reported seeing vehicles parked at Brashear Post Office, which he found suspicious for that time of night, so he went to investigate, according to arrest reports.
Chaney approached one vehicle that had two people in it on the south side of the parking lot first, obtaining their identifying information for a records check and did not at at that time observe any illegal activity, Chaney noted in arrest reports.
While dispatchers were conducting a records check, Chaney approached the other vehicle at the north exit, a Honda Accord. The deputy shined his flashlight into the car, which held two people as well. Chaney alleged he could see the driver with a syringe with dark liquid in it near his arm, as if he were about to use it.
The deputy ordered the driver to put the syringe down and for both the male driver and female passenger to get out of the car. The driver, identified in arrest reports as 25-year-old Cameron Lynn Bain of Pickton, reportedly had a syringe and a glasses case in his hand. He was instructed to put them on the patrol vehicle. Both occupants were secured in handcuffs and ordered to sit on the ground while the deputy conducted an investigation, Chaney reported.
Cumby Police Sgt. Ray Embro arrived to assist, staying with the vehicle’s occupants while the deputy examined the items. On inspection, the deputy noted the substance in the syringe appeared to be black tar heroin. A spoon with burn marks as well as new and used Q-tips, a bag containing suspected methamphetamine and a bag containing a dark tar-like substance believed to be heroin were allegedly found in the glasses case, Chaney alleged.
The deputy secured the items then began searching the car, with HCSO Deputy Lance Burdick arriving soon after to assist with the search.
Chaney reported finding a used syringe in the driver’s side door handle, a syringe in the passenger’s seat, where the woman had been sitting, and a bag of suspected methamphetamine in the passenger’s side floorboard, according to arrest reports. A bag of suspected methamphetamine was found in the purse of the passenger, identified in arrest reports as 22-year-old Rebecca Mae Matlock of Pickton. A bag of suspected methamphetamine and a bag with a dark, tar-like substance believed to be heroin were also found a make-up container in Matlock’s make-up bag, the deputy alleged in arrest reports.
The pair was taken at 1:24 a.m. June 5 by Burdick to the sheriff’s office and their car was towed. The suspected contraband was taken to the sheriff’s office and weighed. The tar-like substance and dark substance found in the syringe field-tested positive as heroin. The four bags with the crystal-like substance field-tested positive as methamphetamine, Chaney alleged in arrest reports.
Consequently, both Matlock and Bain were booked into the county jail about 4:15 a.m. Wednesday on two possession of a controlled substance charges each, according to arrest reports.
Both remained in the county jail Thursday morning. Bain’s bond was set at $5,000 each on the possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charge and possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charge. Matlock’s bond was set at $5,000 each on two possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty rGoup 1 controlled substance charges, according to jail reports.
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The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
