SSISD Board Recognized State Qualifiers
May 9, 2023- Sulphur Springs ISD School Board recognized the state qualifying competitors who will be furthering the competition and moving to state. These qualifiers are as follow:
Milk Quality and Products 4th in State:
- Olyvia Palacios
- Jeremy Resendiz,
- Edyline Resendiz,
- Lesley Santos
Dairy Cattle 20th in State:
- Cash Gamblin
- Wayne Hinton
- Tripp Smith (8 th overall)
- Tristan Eley
Forage 18 th in State:
- Catherine Starzyk
- Isaac Stanley
- Sienna Posey
- Sharon Abrego
CDE 12 th in State:
- Tracey Shackelford
- Coen Bell
- Jose Flores
- Jordan VanWinkle (1st high individual)
BPA
22 students competed at state and 4 students went to Nationals:
- Makieya Boren
- Ashland Hooten
- Holden Moss
- MacKenzie Posey (1 st Place Administrative Research Project Individual)
Skills USA: Robotics and Automation Technology
- Kobe Walker
- Jimmy Graham/Job Interview
- Geronimo Lindley (2 nd in a skill demonstration contest)
Wildcat and Ladycat Golf – headed to state competition this month:
- Nick Burney
- Gage Gideon
- Tatum Tran
- Luke White
- Caleb Kesting
- McKenna Meskimen
- Kenzie Posey
- Evey Birdsong
- Mykylie Meador
- Alyson Thomas
SSMS Robotics: Team 1
- Pierce Dollison
- Tyler Scott
- Aliyas Whorton
- Bradley Case
Team 2:
- Sawyer Shutt
- Cooper Thesing
- Gavin Solorzano
- Zachary Young
Upcoming Hopkins County School Districts Graduations
May 9, 2023- Put on your cap and gown, Hopkins County Independent School District students will celebrate the long years spent furthering their education.
The School Districts, dates, times and locations are as follows:
- Sulphur Springs ISD – May 26, 7pm on the football field with weather permitting, otherwise the Civic Center
- Como-Pickton CISD – May 26, 7:30pm – 8:30pm will be held on the football field with weather permitting, otherwise the cafeteria
- Miller Grove ISD – May 26, 7pm – 8pm will be held in the Multi-purpose gymnasium
- Cumby ISD – May 25, starting at 7pm will be held at Family Fellowship Church in Greenville TX
- Sulphur Bluff – May 26, 6:30pm – 8pm will be held in the gymnasium
- Saltillo ISD – May 26, 7pm – 9 pm will be held in the gymnasium
- North Hopkins ISD – May 27, 3pm – 4pm will be held in the gymnasium
Lady Cats Softball Now Begins Regional Quarterfinal Series Tuesday
Coach David Carrillo announced Monday that his team’s Regional Quarterfinal series now begins Tuesday, May 9.
Lady Cats softball takes on Van in a best-of-three contest for the right to move on to the fourth round of playoffs.
The two teams play Tuesday, May 9 at Rains ISD at 6:45 P.M. Its a quick turnaround for both programs though as they play Wednesday, May 10 in game two of the Regional Quarterfinal series in Forney.
Friday, if necessary, brings game three back at Forney’s Jackrabbit Baseball (and softball) complex at 6 P.M.
This past weekend Sulphur Springs battled Mabank for the right to move on to the third round, and Lady Cats softball did not disappoint.
Coach Carrillo’s team shutout the Lady Panthers 2-0 and 7-0 to move on to the Regional Quarterfinals.
On Friday, beginning the Area series with Mabank, Sulphur Springs got out to an early 1-0 lead in the top of the third thanks to KK Montgomery reaching first on a throw that would have (if in play) gotten her out at first. Instead, the throw was not there and the RF for the Lady Cats reached second. Two batters later, with two outs, Jadyn Harper hit a huge RBI double, bringing Montgomery home and giving Coach Carrillo’s team their 1-0 lead.
In the sixth, the Lady Cats got an assurance run as Harper led off with a triple, followed immediately by Reese Ragan singling, and Sulphur Springs went on to win 2-0 over the Lady Panthers.
Game two of the area series started out tight much like game one, but Coach Carrillo’s squad jumped out to a 1-0 lead in their first at-bat.
Another run in the third saw Sulphur Springs get another 2-0 lead over Mabank, but the fourth saw the Lady Cats really do their damage.
Scoring four runs, and another in the sixth, saw the softball team blow the door off of Saturday’s game as Coach Carrillo’s team won 7-0 over the Lady Panthers, sweeping Mabank to clinch a bid to the Regional Quarterfinals.
Mabank had several players in scoring position throughout the series, only for Crimson Bryant to consistently pitch her squad out of trouble. In the two game sweep of the Lady Panthers, the senior pitched all 14 innings, surrendering just five hits between the two games. Bryant walked a batter in game two, but struck out 31 batters over the two days of Area action.
The Lady Cats with the two wins over Mabank clinch a bid to the Regional Quarterfinals for the fourth time in seven seasons.
Sulphur Springs takes on Van in another best-of-three series, beginning Tuesday, May 9 at Rains ISD at 6:45 P.M. Game two is another quick turnaround for the Lady Cats, playing Wednesday, May 10 at Forney’s Jackrabbit Baseball (and softball) Complex at 6:30 P.M.
If the Regional quarterfinal series with the Lady Vandals goes to a third game, it will take place Friday, May 12 back in Forney at 6 P.M.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
Miller Grove FFA Spotlight
May 9, 2023- Members of the Miller Grove FFA chapter traveled to Huntsville, April 14th, to compete in the state Applied Ag Engineering Career Development Event(s).
Career Development Events (CDEs) build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. Students began the statewide tournament in 29 different events which reflect classroom instruction in basic technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Miller Grove FFA placed 24th in the Applied Ag Engineering contest. Team members included: Will Sallee Jr. , Beaux Ruff, Alessandro Alvarez, Braxton Northcutt.
Members of the Miller Grove FFA chapter also traveled to Lubbock, April 22nd, to compete in the state Horse Judging Career Development Event(s).
Career Development Events (CDEs) build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. Students began the statewide tournament in 29 different events which reflect classroom instruction in basic technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Miller Grove FFA placed 38th in the Horse Judging contest. Team members included: Riley Hasten, Mika Gray, Emma Knight, Cage Hasten.
Psychology Class at the Paris Junior College Sulphur Springs Campus
MARLA EXPLAINS
PJC-Sulphur Springs Center Psychology Instructor Marla Cox discusses a recent assignment with her students. To inquire about classes at the Sulphur Springs campus, call 903-885-1232.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Rep. Bryan Slaton Resigned From Position At Texas House
May 8, 2023- District 2 House Representative Bryan Slaton chooses to resign ahead of possible expulsion from the Texas House. Following investigations of Bryan Slaton, who had been accused of inappropriate sexual relations with a 19 year old staff member, and providing alcohol to said staff member. The staff member claimed that she felt dizzy and had double vision after consuming the beverage.
The Royse City Republican has been pressured since Saturday following investigations conducted by the House General Investigative Committee who released a 16-page report finding Slaton had engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with his aide.
The committee of three Republicans and two Democrats recommended that Slaton be the first state representative expelled from the body since 1927. However, Slaton’s resignation may not stop a planned Tuesday vote on a house resolution expelling him from office.
Rep. Andrew Murr, a Junction Republican who leads the investigative committee, said Monday that he still plans to call up the resolution that he drafted and filed on Saturday.
Since the report’s release Saturday calls for Slaton’s resignation has grown. over the weekend, two of the three Republican parties for the counties he represented asked him to step down, and more than half of the 62-member State Republican Executive Committee had done the same by Sunday night.
Some of Slaton’s closest supporters left his side after the reports release. Texas Right to Life, a staunchly anti-abortion group that was a key supporter of Slaton’s political campaigns, revoked its endorsement in the morning, saying it was a “Christian organization” that held its staff, board members, scholarship recipients and political endorsees to high moral standards.
Slaton, 45 and married, was among the most socially conservative lawmakers in the chamber and had been one of this session’s loudest voices for cracking down on drag shows and decrying drag artists as “groomers” who want to sexualize kids.
The committee report said Slaton had invited the 19-year-old woman to his Austin apartment late March 31 and gave her a large cup of rum and coke, then refilled it twice making her unable to “effectively consent to intercourse and could not indicate whether it was welcome or unwelcome.”
Gov. Greg Abbott must call a special election to fill the vacancy for House District 2, but that election cannot begin before the legislative session ends on Memorial Day. That means Slaton’s constituents will be left without representation for the final days of the session.
Commissioners Court, President Of The Republican Women Of Van Zandt County
May 8, 2023- Jill Dutton the current president of the Republican Women of Van Zandt County came to speak during Commissioners Court on Monday to discuss her running for State Rep. in 2024. Dutton came to talk with the Commissioners and learn about how they operated around Hopkins County. Dutton expressed her hopes of working with the commissioners during her run for state representative.
Who We Are Republican Women of Van Zandt County?
The Republican Women of Van Zandt County is part of the Texas Federation of Republican Women (TFRW). This club provides an avenue for women to influence policy, develop candidates, and elect the leaders of Texas. The club is a multi-generational, multicultural organization that provides the structure and support for political activists to learn, engage, and flourish in Van Zandt County.
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report 05-01-2023 – 05-7-2023
Arrests:
Taylor, Floyd, 55 years of age, of Sulphur Springs, was arrested 5-1-2023 on a Hopkins County Warrant.
Baker, John, 39 years of age, of Mt. Vernon, was arrested on 5-2-2023 for Possession of Controlled Substance 1/1-B < 1 Gram.
Allen, Zachery, 32 years of age, of Como, was arrested on 5-4-2023 for Possession of Controlled Substance Pg 1/1 –b>=and Possession of Controlled Substance PG3< 28.
Light, Laura, was arrest on, 45 years of Winnsboro, was arrested on Winnsboro Municipal Court Warrant
Calls for Service:
The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 131 calls for service during this reporting period
Citations:
The Winnsboro Police Department issued 27 citations and 33 warnings during this reporting period.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News Release 5/8/2023
Sulphur Springs, Texas, May 8, 2023 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs has ONE mission: To Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.
New Service- Eye Surgeries
We are excited to announce that Ophthalmologist, Kara Hartl, MD FACS, will now be doing eye procedures such as cataract removals at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs. Educated at Harvard University and University of California-San Diego Medical School, trained at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Dr. Harl is well equipped to provide excellent care to patients here in Sulphur Springs. Talk with your Ophthalmologist about scheduling your eye procedures with Dr. Hartl. For more information, call 903.885.7671 Ext.2844.
May is Stroke Awareness Month
May is Stroke Awareness Month and the Stroke team at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs is committed to making sure you can recognize signs and symptoms of a stroke and know how to respond during a stroke emergency.
Stroke can be caused either by a clot obstructing the flow of blood to the brain, called an ischemic stroke, or by rupturing a blood vessel and preventing blood flow to the brain, called a hemorrhagic stroke. A temporary clot causes a T.I.A. (Transient Ischemic Attack) or a “mini stroke”.
The American Stroke Association reports stroke is currently the 5th leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of serious long-term disability. Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of a stroke.
Eighty percent of strokes may be prevented by avoiding these major risk factors: uncontrolled blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of physical activity, and not maintaining a healthy body weight.
Your readiness to spot the stroke warning signs and call 911 could save a life or make the difference between a full recovery and long-term disability. That is why it is so important to learn the stroke warning signs and urge everyone you know to do the same. The faster stroke is treated, the more likely the patient is to recover.
The acronym B.E. F.A.S.T. is the easiest way to recognize a stroke emergency. Here is a breakdown of what each letter stands for:
B. Balance – Is there a sudden loss of balance or coordination?
E. Eyes – Is there sudden blurred or double vision or sudden, persistent vision trouble?
F. Face – Ask the person to smile. Does one side of their face droop?
A. Arm – Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S. Speech – Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
T. Time – If you observe any of these signs, call 911 immediately, as time is very important during a stroke.
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs is accredited by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. This means our team has the accountability and necessary standards in place to ensure processes and practices are used to care for stroke patients at a higher, more comprehensive level.
It is also important to understand that if you have survived a stroke, you are at a high risk of having another; you have a 1 in 4 chance of having another one. Treating the underlying causes of stroke including heart disease, high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, and diabetes is priority. If you find yourself dealing with life after stroke, commit to making the necessary changes and will require lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. If you have questions talk to your physician. You can also find useful information at CHRISTUShealth.org, search stroke care.
Miller Grove FFA Spotlight for March and April 2023
Miller Grove – Members of the Miller Grove FFA chapter traveled to Huntsville, April 14th, to compete in the state Applied Ag Engineering Career Development Event(s).
Career Development Events (CDEs) build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. Students began the statewide tournament in 29 different events which reflect classroom instruction in basic technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Miller Grove FFA placed 24th in the Applied Ag Engineering contest. Team members included:
Will Sallee Jr. , Beaux Ruff, Alessandro Alvarez, Braxton Northcutt.
The Texas FFA is the nation’s largest state FFA association with a membership of more than 167,000 active FFA members. FFA gives students the opportunity to apply practical classroom knowledge to real-world experiences through local, state, and national competitions. For more information about the Texas FFA Association, visit www.mytexasffa.org.
Miller Grove – Members of the Miller Grove FFA chapter traveled to Lubbock, April 22nd, to compete in the state Horse Judging Career Development Event(s).
Career Development Events (CDEs) build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. Students began the statewide tournament in 29 different events which reflect classroom instruction in basic technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Miller Grove FFA placed 38th in the Horse Judging contest. Team members included:
Riley Hasten, Mika Gray, Emma Knight, Cage Hasten.
The Texas FFA is the nation’s largest state FFA association with a membership of more than 167,000 active FFA members. FFA gives students the opportunity to apply practical classroom knowledge to real-world experiences through local, state, and national competitions. For more information about the Texas FFA Association, visit www.mytexasffa.org.
