2 Arrested In 6 Days For Alleged Offenses Against Children
Two people were arrested in the last six days on warrants for alleged offenses against children. A 47-year-old Sulphur Springs man allegedly threatened to harm himself with a knife in an attempt to avoid being taken into custody on warrants, while a Sulphur Springs woman surrendered to authorities on the outstanding charge against her, according to arrest reports.
Atkins Street SWAT Call
The Sulphur Springs Police/Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Special Weapons And Response Team (referred to as SWAT team) was called in Monday night after a knife was displayed when police tried to take the man into custody for outstanding warrants.
Sulphur Springs Police officers were contacted about a wanted person on Atkins Street. Upon arrival at the address given, they found James Larry York Jr. on the floor next to a bed, under a blanket. He allegedly jumped up with a knife to his throat and verbally threatened to kill himself if officers didn’t get out of his house. They did.
The SWAT team was called in, however, to deal with the 47-year-old Sulphur Springs man. They reportedly extracted York from the house and took him into custody at 10:13 p.m. Oct. 3, 2022, on Anderson and Hopkins County warrants. He was transported to jail by Sulphur Springs Police Officers Thad Cook and Dustin Green to the county jail.
The 47-year-old Sulphur Springs man was booked in at 1:23 a.m. Oct. 4, 2022, on the Anderson County warrant alleging continuous sexual abuse of a child younger than 14 years and the Hopkins County failure to appear on a child support charge.
York remained in Hopkins County jail later Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2022. Bond was set at $100,000 on the Anderson County sexual abuse of a child charge and $1,000 on criminal nonsupport charge, according to jail reports.
Warrant Surrender
A 36-year-old Sulphur Springs woman surrendered herself in the HCSO lobby on a warrant at 9:42 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022. Deputy Thomas Patterson was contacted. He escorted Brandi Christine Potts into the county jail, where she was booked in at 10:12 p.m. Thursday on a warrant for violating probation on an abandoning or endangering a child-criminal negligence charge.
Potts, who is also known by Brandi Christine Pullen Allen and Brandi Christine Allen Pullen, was released from Hopkins County jail Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, on a $50,000 bond on the felony charge, according to jail reports.
Thursday was the second time Potts was jailed last month on a felony charge. She spent the night in jail Sept. 1, 2022, in the county jail on a warrant for tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, but was released the next day on a $30,000 bon on the charge, according to jail records, which also show the woman was first arrested on a warrant for the alleged child endangerment offense on Feb. 24, 2020. She was released from jail Feb. 28, 2020, on a $10,000 bond on the charge. She then returned to the county jail Sept. 10, 2020, for surety off bond on the child endangerment charge, according to jail records.
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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.
2 Sulphur Springs Men Arrested On Assault Charges Saturday
Two Sulphur Springs men were arrested on unrelated assault charges Saturday. A 30-year-old rural Sulphur Springs resident allegedly admitted to stabbing another man, who was transported by EMS to the hospital Saturday evening, while a 29-year-old was accused of throwing a woman onto the floor twice early Saturday morning, according to arrest reports.
FM 1870 Disturbance
Hopkins County Sheriff‘s deputies responded at 1:25 a.m. Oct. 1, 2022, on FM 1870, to what was reported as an active disturbance. Upon arrival, the deputies contacted a 31-year-old woman, who admitted she and the 29-year-old male resident had engaged in a physical altercation in the bedroom of the residence. While talking with the woman, the male resident alleged to have been involved in the disturbance appeared from the side yard of the residence.
Deputies reported being told the man came inside after working the evening before, entered the bedroom and began to lie on the bed bed. The 29-year-old then allegedly attempted to get on top of the woman. When she told him no, he allegedly threw her out of the bed, along with the comforter. She then reportedly headed to the living room to get away from him, but he allegedly threw her down again, causing injury to her elbow, deputies wrote in arrest reports.
Photos were taken of her injuries and a comforter in the bedroom floor appeared to support the claim, resulting in the 29-year-old man being taken into custody at 1:42 a.m. Saturday. The woman was issued notice for family violence victims and a family violence packet with information pertaining to such situations. The man was transported to Hopkins County jail, where he was booked in at 2:31 a.m. Oct. 1, 2022, on a family violence assault charge, deputies noted in arrest reports.
The Sulphur Springs man was released from Hopkins County jail later Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, on a $2,000 bond on the Class A misdemeanor assault charge, according to jail reports.
KSST does not publish the names or photos of people charged with misdemeanor crimes in staff-generated reports, only those accused of felony offenses.
County Road 1109 Disturbance
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputies Isaac Foley and Zack Horne, Sgt. Tanner Steward and Investigator Shea Shaw responded to what was reported as a disturbance on County Road 1109 at 8:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Upon arrival, deputies reported finding a male lying on on the front yard at the address. He appeared, deputies noted in arrest reports, to have lacerations on his stomach and chest. Deputies acted, using a gauze to try to control the bleeding, while others attempted to locate a suspect.
Bystanders at the residence claimed the suspect could be found in the secondary residence behind the one the Hispanic male was lying in front of. While rendering aid to the injured man, a deputy reported seeing a Hispanic male appear out of the shadows at the side of the residence. Bystanders then claimed the man was the suspect they were looking for.
That man, identified in arrest reports as Roman Rubio-Montero, was detained in handcuffs. He was taken into custody and placed in front of a patrol car to wait, while deputies continued to render aid to the injured man until EMS arrived, deputies noted in arrest reports. EMS took over care of the injured man, transporting him by ambulance to CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital, while deputies stayed with Rubio-Montero until a Spanish speaking officer could arrive.
A Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper translated. The suspect allegedly admitted to stabbing the other man, thus, he was placed under arrest at 8:40 p.m. Saturday. The 30-year-old man was then transported to the county jail, where he was booked in at 12:25 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 2, 2022, on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge, officers alleged in arrest reports. Rubio-Montero, who is also known to go by Roman Monterio Rubio, remained in Hopkins County jail Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022, in lieu of the $100,000 bond set on the second-degree felony assault charge, according to arrest and jail reports.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
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.
Team Tennis Plays For District Championship Tuesday
Wildcat team tennis looks forward to their duel in Texarkana Tuesday, Oct. 4.
Coach Tony Martinez says his team is all too excited at the chance of competing for the first ever district championship for team tennis.
Sulphur Springs travels to Texarkana Tuesday to take on Pleasant Grove.
At 2-0 now, same with the Leopards, the winner of Tuesday’s match claims the district championship, and the #1 seed come playoffs next week.
Last week had Coach Martinez’s squads hosted Liberty Eylau last Tuesday for their second district competition. Sulphur Springs crushed the Leopards, 18-1.
“We were lobbing, we were drop-shotting… we were doing all the little things that we need to get ready for our doubles in preparation for our next round, today, versus Pleasant Grove,” Coach Martinez said Tuesday leading up to the district championship.
The tennis coach applauded PG for running a tight ship on an overall strong team. He noted the Hawks on the boys’ side are stacked, but hopes his guys can win some matches against a stout Pleasant Grove team.
Coach Martinez and his squads are chomping at the bit to get out on the courts Tuesday for a chance at the first ever district championship for team tennis.
He says dating back 35 years, former foe Texas High always came out on top. For his team to have a chance to claim the first ever team tennis district championship is huge for the program.
“This is exciting for Sulphur Springs,” the tennis coach said. “We’ve really been excited over the last few days. Our practices have gone well, all the players are healed… I believe all of our players were in the right spots (versus LE), so we’re prepared. As prepared as [we] can be since we started back [on] June 2.”
Pleasant Grove is a very talented team. They took the aforementioned Tigers to a close contest a few weeks ago, so Coach Martinez and his squads know they are in for a tight one Tuesday, Oct. 4.
“They look good on paper,” the tennis coach said. “[But] anything can happen on a given day… we’re expecting this is our given day.”
Coach Martinez and his squads are looking to compete well and hope things fall their way, as a win Tuesday would give Sulphur Springs their first ever district championship in team tennis.
The duel for the district 15-4A crown takes place in Texarkana Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 4 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.
CHRISTUS Business News: Sulphur Springs Nurse Receives DAISY Award For Excellence In Care
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By Jennifer Heitman, Senior Market Development, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs, [email protected]
Sulphur Springs, Texas, October 3, 2022 – Breast cancer affects almost 1 in 8 women in the United States and is a curable disease if detected early enough. At CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs, we believe even one is too many. Scheduling your annual mammogram and speaking to your primary care physician regarding what steps you can take for preventative care establishes a legacy of optimal breast health and wellness.
We emphasize the importance of breast exams and mammograms for women and even men, who have a family history of breast cancer. Our compassionate medical associates help detect breast abnormalities to ensure you receive the necessary resources, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
The Ruth & Jack Gillis Women’s Center inside of the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs is a state-of-the-art imaging center that includes the newest 3-D Mammography technology. We welcome you to schedule your mammogram here today.
Schedule an appointment by speaking with your physician, or call 903.438.4325.
New DAISY Award Recipient
Many incredible nurses are nominated for a DAISY award by patients and their families for receiving excellent care. The DAISY Award, however, is presented quarterly to only ONE nomination, as chosen by a panel of direct care nurses from each of our seven sites. All nominations are blinded, so no one knows who has been nominated until after the winner is chosen.
This quarter the recipient is Hayley Maddux, RN, of our Medical/Surgical Department. We are proud of her dedication to quality care!
New Orthopedic Surgeon in Sulphur Springs
We are excited to welcome to our CHRISTUS family, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Christian Douthit. Dr. Douthit cares for patients of all ages and is particularly interested in hand-to-shoulder problems, peripheral nerve surgery, orthopedic trauma, and sports injuries.
Dr. Douthit will be joining Dr. Christopher Meltsakos, and PA Chris Lutz, at our CHRISTUS Orthopedic and Sports Medicine clinic, located at 103 Medical Circle, Sulphur Springs, TX, 75482.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 903.885.6688.
Free Student Athlete Injury Clinic Continues
CHRISTUS Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Sulphur Springs continues to offer a FREE Saturday Athletic Injury Clinic for all student athletes, all sports included. The clinic is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., through November 12. Student athletes from 7th grade to college age will be able to get a free exam and x-ray to determine a plan of care to treat their injury. The clinic will be held at our CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Orthopedics, Medical Building 5, at 103B Medical Circle in Sulphur Springs.
For more information about our Sports Medicine program, or Orthopedic services, please call 903.885.6688.
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System includes CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospitals – Tyler, South Tyler, Jacksonville, Winnsboro and Sulphur Springs, the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Louis and Peaches Owen Heart Hospital – Tyler, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital a partner of Encompass Health, Tyler Continue CARE Hospital at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital, a long-term acute care facility, and CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is the area’s preferred multi-specialty medical group, with more than 400 Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers representing 36 specialties in 34 locations serving Northeast Texas across 41 counties. For more information on services available through CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System, visit christustmf.org.
- Bed count – 402 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Tyler
- Bed count – 8 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – South Tyler
- Bed count – 25 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Jacksonville
- Bed Count – 96 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulphur Springs
- Bed count – 25 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Winnsboro
- Bed count – 94 – CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital
- Bed count – 96 – CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Louis and Peaches Owen Heart – Tyler
- Bed count – 51 – Tyler Continue CARE Hospital at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital
Sulphur Springs Emergency Sirens Will Be Tested October 4
10/04/2022 – Emergency sirens will be tested in Sulphur Springs at noon today by the Sulphur Springs Emergency Management Office.
The test is to gauge the reliability of the emergency warning system and is conducted to find any potential flaws in the system so they can be corrected prior to a real emergency situation. The sirens could be sounded not only for weather warnings such as tornadoes, which are the most common in the area, but also in case of any emergency that could affect the safety and lives of citizens in Sulphur Springs.
Recent tests have shown the emergency sirens to be a ready source of warning in case of emergencies such as tornados or other threats to safety.
This will only be a test, conducted at 12 p.m. October 4, 2022.
Lady Cat Volleyball Plays Two Straight Road Games To Wrap Up First Half of District Play
Sulphur Springs once again hits the road, for two straight games this week.
Lady Cat volleyball after the two straight district contests on the road wraps up the first half of their district season.
Tuesday, Oct. 4 has Coach Dorner and her team travel to Texarkana to take on Pleasant Grove.
The Lady Cats take on the Lady Hawks on their home court, as Pleasant Grove (3-0) remains the lone undefeated team in 15-4A.
Sulphur Springs (2-1) picked up their first district loss Friday at home to North Lamar.
The visiting Pantherettes took down the Lady Cats on their home floor, in the lone home match for Sulphur Springs during the first half of district play.
The two schools traded momentum, as the Lady Cat volleyball would start hot only to see North Lamar claw their way back in, taking late leads in sets one and three (25-21, 25-20) to win the match in three straight.
Set two during Friday’s game was a similar story, as Sulphur Springs got an early lead, lost momentum but stuck neck-and-neck with the Pantherettes until the bitter end. Tied at 22, North Lamar took advantage of mistakes and won that set as well in a tight on, 25-23.
While a sweep at home is never ideal, Sulphur Springs played hard and better than the set score indicates.
Coach Dorner’s team fought on every play but mistakes at crucial points plagued the Lady Cats in their lone home match during the first half of district play.
The first loss for Coach Dorner’s team brings their record to 16-13 (2-1 district).
Their first of two straight road matches this week has Lady Cat volleyball taking on a dominant team Pleasant Grove Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 5:30 P.M.
Friday has Sulphur Springs in Pittsburg playing at 4:30 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.
Cattleman’s Classic Ribeye Roundup Huge Success
The top rated steak judged at Saturday’s Cattleman’s Classic Ribeye Roundup was prepared by a Junior Championship cook-off, a young competitor who scored 5 points higher than any of the other Ribeye Roundup competitors.
Page Sloan of Dallas, a competitor in the 7-12 year category in the Junior Championship, won first place in the Junior Championship cook-off with her steak. She was among 18 junior cooks ages 7-17 whose grilling skills were judged using the same criteria as the adult division. She was awarded a trophy as well as a flag flown over the State Capital in her honor.
The Junior Championship for ages 13-17 was won by Rider Rawson of Sulphur Springs. He also received an award and prize.
Competitors in the Ribeye Roundup, featuring adult entries, began at about 11:30 a.m. Oct. 1, 2022, with the top 10 entries called back for a second cook-off at 2 p.m., entries due in at 3:30 p.m., from those the overall winner was announced shortly before 6 p.m. Saturday. A total of $7,200 in cash was awarded to the cook winners.
When all ballots had been tallied the following were recognized for finishing 1-7th overall in the Ribeye Roundup:
- White Smoke
- The Smokin’ Beard
- Alliance Bank
- Patterson High Voltage Drilling
- Buff City Soap
- Wood County Farm Bureau
- G5 Ranch
Also recognized for being among the top 10 in the Ribeye Roundup were: Tableat, Swinson Excavation and Seth’s Lake Fork Creek.
Eight teams also competed in the hors d’oeuvres competition. The top prize, however, went to Marvin Garrett, G5 Ranch.
Downtown was packed with people who purchased the tickets, which had sold out by Monday evening, to support those competing, to purchase from vendors, enjoy local restaurants, free music and concerts and beef up their knowledge of the industry by visiting tents along the Cattle Trail.
Winnsboro Police Department Media Report — Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2022
Winnsboro Police Department each week provides a media report with information about department activity. WPD activity for the week Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2022, included:
Arrests
Patrick Williams, 44 years of age, of Irving, was arrested on Sept. 28, 2022, for unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon and Winnsboro Municipal Court warrants.
Calls for Service
The Winnsboro Police Department responded to a total of 132 calls for service during this reporting period.
Citations
The Winnsboro Police Department issued 29 citations and 37 warnings during this reporting period.
October Is A Great Time To Enjoy The Fall Colors, Cooler Temperatures At Cooper Lake State Park
Submitted by Steve Killian, Complex Superintendent for Cooper Lake State Park, [email protected]
Cooper, Texas — For most Texans, when you say October, happy thoughts of cold fronts, fall colors, and outdoor activities come to mind generating a smile! What better place to shake off the oppressive summer than a Texas state park? Cooper Lake State Park is twice as nice with two parks (South Sulphur and Doctors Creek) squeezed into one perched on the banks of a 20,000 acre lake.
Make Cooper Lake State Park your happy place this fall for camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, boating, kayaking, and so much more. During October, the park will host a total of 17 recreational and educational programs at South Sulphur and Doctors Creek Units. This month’s highlighted programs are “Creatures of the Night” night hike, Stargazing, Kayaking 101 Adventure, and Archery 101. Hike through the woods after dark and see what the nocturnal environment reveals to you with the aid of a Park Ranger guiding your adventure. Experience the darkest skies so close to Dallas where you can see the Milky Way! Experience lake vista views as you hone your kayaking skills exploring the nearshore habitat. Learn how to safely enjoy the sport of archery through a scheduled class. Also, during the month, learn about a wide variety of fungi, plants, and animals common to Northeast Texas through additional programs. All programs are free with a valid entrance permit.
October is a most special time of year in Northeast Texas with leaf colors peaking late in the month with reds, yellows, and oranges all aglow. Leaf color is a biological process that is based on leaf pigmentation. We all have heard about the green pigment – chlorophyll but may not be as aware of other key fall color pigments such as carotenoids (yellows and oranges) and anthocyanins (reds and purples). In the fall as day length decreases and nights become longer and cooler, these climate signals cause the plant to shutdown chlorophyll production giving the carotenoid pigments, which are always present, the opportunity to shine through with yellows and oranges. The reds and purple pigments – anthocyanins develop in the fall. The anthocyanins, unlike the green chlorophyll and yellow and orange carotenoids, are not present during most of the year. The anthocyanin pigments begin to be produced by the same forces that cause the decline of chlorophyll. Specific species of plants organize these pigments differently resulting in the diverse fall colors found in our forests. This is a simplified explanation of the complex plant biochemistry, but with a little weather luck, it will all come together for us this fall! The park is ready for you and your family to enjoy nature’s very own vibrant colors.
The forests at Cooper Lake State Park develop beautiful color with red sumac, Virginia creeper, poison ivy (look but don’t touch!), and rough-leaf dogwood all expressing deep reds in their leaves. Elms will develop yellow leaves as will multiple other forest species. Not all plant species change at the same time with some trees and shrubs remaining green a little longer creating an even greater contrast of color. In addition, don’t forget about the blooming of fall flowers scattered within the park’s prairies!
Many other state parks in the region have beautiful fall colors, such as Daingerfield State Park and Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. With your paid admission at Cooper Lake State Park, you can visit other state parks on the same day for free! Plan a day with family or friends to experience all the wonders of fall at a Texas State Park!
Cooper Lake State Park is just one of 89 Texas State Parks open and ready to host your next outdoor adventure. Get out there and experience a natural Texas!
Doctors Creek Unit
- Friday, October 7
- Evening Kayak Float – 4-6 p.m. Meet at Lone Pine Boat Ramp parking lot. Reserve your spot today! Limited kayak loaners available. Contact Alicia O’Connor at alicia.o’[email protected] or call the office at 903–395-3100. Bring your refillable water bottle, towel, water shoes, and sunscreen. We’ll take an evening paddle around the cove. Bring your own kayak if you have one.
- Saturday, October 8
- Predator or Prey – 1 p.m. Meet at Pelican Point Pavilion. To eat or be eaten, the reality of life in the wild!
- Sunday, October 9
- Nature Journaling – 10 a.m. Meet at Pelican Point Pavilion – Take a moment to collect your thoughts. Learn about journaling in nature.
- Saturday, October 15
- Kid’s Fishing – 9-11 a.m. Meet at the Bluebonnet Day Use Area. Bring your own fishing gear, no pole, no worries. We have a few fishing poles available to borrow. No experience needed!
- Saturday, October 22
- Roving with the Ranger – 2-3:30 p.m. Stop Ranger Alicia while she roves around the park and ask questions about the interpretive items she’s carrying.
- Sunday, October 23
- Master Naturalist – Topic to be determined. Meet at Pelican Point Pavilion at 10 a.m.
- Saturday, October 29
- Creatures of the Night – Evening Walk at 7 p.m. Meet at Meet at Pelican Point Parking lot. We’ll take a short walk down Cedar Creek North Loop. Who works the night shift at the park? Bring a red-filtered flashlight, bring bug spray, and a water bottle.
South Sulphur Unit
- Saturday, October 8
- Predator or Prey – 9 a.m. Meet at Heron Harbor Day Use Area. To eat or be eaten, the reality of life in the wild!
- Saturday, October 15
- Kid’s Fishing – 2-4 p.m. Meet at the Heron Harbor Fishing Wall. Bring your own fishing gear, no pole, no worries. We have a few fishing poles available to borrow. No experience needed!
- Sunday, October 16
- Mindfulness Walk – Take a self-guided walk on Coyote Run Trail. Refresh and recharge in nature.
- Friday, October 21
- Stargazing – 8 p.m. Meet at Gulls Bluff Fishing Parking Lot. We’ll have the telescopes out for viewing a planet or two. How many constellations can you see and name? Bring a lawn chair and bug spray.
- Saturday, October 22
- Archery 101 — 9-11 a.m. Meet at Buggy Whip Restroom. Registration is required, program limited to 15 participants. Reserve your spot by calling (903) 945-5256 or email Alicia O’Connor Alicia.O’[email protected]. No experience needed. Ages 10 and up. All equipment provided.
- Saturday, October 29
- Bark in the Park – Meet at the Coyote Run Trail Head at 2 p.m. Bring your four-legged best friend for a short, leashed walk, down the Coyote Run Trail.
- Sunday, October 30
- Ranger Games – 10 a.m. Meet at Heron Harbor Day Use Area – Join us for a fun morning of play.
The Sulphur Springs Public Library Announces the First Halloween Costume Swap
