Waverly Club of Sulphur Springs Serve Dinner Bell
July 20, 2022 – Members of the former Sulphur Springs Waverly Club stopped by Wednesday to help serve meals. Dinner Bell staff prepared a menu that included Chicken a la King.
After a 122 year run, The Waverly club recently disbanded, and a portion of the treasury was donated to Dinner Bell.
The Club originally started at Book club and was named for the Waverly novel written by Sir Walter Scott.
Years later, the Club organized a Carnegie library and collected 500 books for it.
The Waverly Club also assisted in the design, funding and construction of the Woman’s Club Building in the 1960’s. The building cost was just short of $35,000.
Nutrition Can Be Confusing
By Johnna Hicks, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family & Community Health Agent, Hopkins County, [email protected]
Foods that are okay to consume by some are not recommended for others, depending on medical conditions and the body’s ability to digest them. Let’s consider artificial sweeteners. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, states that sugar substitutes are safe to consume in the amounts that people typically eat or drink. But just how much is acceptable and safe for human consumption?
Regulatory agencies set Acceptable Daily Intake, or ADI, levels for each sugar substitute. The ADI is the maximum amount of a food additive that can be safely consumed on a daily basis over a person’s lifetime without any adverse effects. The amount will vary depending on a person’s weight and the artificial sweetener. To get an idea of how much of a sugar substitute may be consumed without adverse effects, consider the following. A 132-pound person would need to consume these amounts in order to reach the ADI:
- 23 packets of sweetener containing sucralose (Splenda – the “yellow packet”).
- 45 packets of sweetener containing saccharin (Sweet-n-Low – the “pink packet”).
- 75 packets of sweetener containing aspartame (Nutra-sweet – the “blue packet”).
Another sugar substitute that is gaining popularity is Stevia, a plant-based, calorie-free alternative to sugar. It is extracted from the leaves of the Stevia Rebaudiana plant. Stevia is 200-300 times sweeter than sugar and can be found in concentrated powdered or liquid forms. Stevia has only 1 gram of carbohydrate per teaspoon, and because it has no calories and is low carb, it doesn’t cause a spike blood sugar levels. Stevia is marketed under the trade names of Truvia, PureVia and SweetLeaf. More research is being conducted to determine effects of Stevia, but it is Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS). Overdose of stevia is not harmful to health but can cause a particularly bitter taste.
Sugar substitutes are widely consumed and are present in a variety of products ranging from grains and dairy products, such as in some breads and yogurts, to soft-drinks and condiments. Surveys conducted in the United States have indicated that as many as 25 percent of children (aged two years and older) and more than 40 percent of adults interviewed consume sugar substitutes, according to a study published in 2017. The majority included them on a daily basis – showing how common sugar substitutes are in the American diet.
Sugar substitutes are one way to reduce calories from added sugars, and FDA guidelines and current research support their safety when consumed at levels within the Acceptable Daily Intake. The bottom line is to select foods that don’t have added sugars and to reduce the amount of sugar (real or substitute) that you use day-to-day. Many foods have naturally occurring sugar, so it is the added sugars we want to limit.
Cooking Well with Diabetes
This popular 4-session series is on the calendar for September 26 and 29, and October 3 and 6, at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200 West Houston Street. We’ll discuss Carbohydrate foods; Making Recipes with Fat Better for You; Double-Pleasure Side Dishes: Reducing Sodium and Increasing Fiber; and Celebrating Sensibly with Diabetes. A fee of $20, payable at the first session, will help defray cost of materials and demonstration ingredients. Please call 903-885-3443 to sign up.
Closing Thought
Life is about trying new things, having fun, making mistakes and learning from it – unknown
July 20 Chamber Connection – Stew Cooks Can Now Sign Up For 53rd Annual Stew Contest
Coming Up: Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Clinic, Business Before Hours Breakfast, Jet Ski Championships, Ribbon Cuttings
By Butch Burney, Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, [email protected]
Stew cooks, it’s time to get your spots. Registration for the 53rd Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival, set for Oct. 22, is already open.
To register, go online to the Chamber’s website, HopkinsChamber.org/stewcooks, email [email protected] or call 903-885-6515. The cost to enter is $100 per stew pot, with $150 coming from the sponsor to pay for ingredients.
This year, stew cooks can also pre-order a T-shirt with “Stew Cook” on the back for $15. Register now to reserve your spot from last year.
We also are taking applications for our vendor market at the stew. Cost is $75 for Chamber members, $100 for nonmembers. Go to our website at HopkinsChamber.org or call Amanda at 903-885-6515 to register.
Stewcomers Meeting
For those who are interested in cooking up a pot of stew for the Stew Festival, the Chamber will have a Stewcomers meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11.
Participating in the meeting does not obligate you to cook in the Stew Fest, but it will give you information on the process, including recipes, timelines and what to expect. Email [email protected] for more information on the meeting.
Leadership Apps Available
Leadership Sulphur Springs is back for another year, and registration has begun.
Leadership Sulphur Springs is a community leadership development program sponsored by the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce. The course was created in 1989 with the concept of offering leadership training and community involvement for emerging business and community leaders. It is a nine-month session, with meetings held once a month.
Applicants should have lived or worked in Hopkins County for at least a year, have demonstrated a concern for the community, possess high standards of personal quality and integrity, be willing to commit the time required for the program, and have the endorsement of their employer to take the necessary time away from work.
To apply, go to the Chamber’s website at HopkinsChamber.org, email [email protected]g or call 903-885-6515.
The cost is $500, usually paid by the applicant’s employer.
Breakfast Hours
Come get some breakfast treats during the Chamber’s next Business Before Hours, hosted by Nunez Roofing, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at the Chamber office.
Whether you’re a member of the Chamber or not, come on for one of the best networking events.
Jet Ski Championships
Four days of championship jet ski racing is coming to Sulphur Springs on Aug. 4-7 for the Jettribe Mid-America WaterX Championship. Racers from all over the USA, and even as far away as Australia and England, will battle it out to see who takes home the championship trophy.
Spectators can watch the race action for free from the shores of Lake Coleman. Just bring some shade and chairs. There will be food, ice cream, power sports merchants, and family games. Check out www.jettribe.com/sulphursprings for more information!
Free vendor space is available. Food registrations are full, but merchant and game vendors are welcome to apply. All registration requests must be made online: www.jettribe.com/vendors.
Crowds of 400-plus racers, their families, and local spectators are expected throughout the long weekend. Vendors can attend any day(s); you do not need to be present all four days. Pre-registration is required for a FREE 10 x 10 vendor booth space. There is a limit to one vendor per sales category, and space is limited to first-come, first-served basis.
Wild Horse Adoption
A Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Clinic is set for July 22-23 at the Hopkins County Regional Civic Center. There will be 120 wild animals there for adoption, with fees starting at $125.
Visit the Wild Horse and Burro Program on Facebook to view the available animals.
Times are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday (adoption begins at noon) and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday.
One Church Works
A big thank you to One Church, who spent Saturday morning in the heat to help with the Kids Kingdom project. The church’s membership rented a lift to paint the entrance tower red, installed the handicap swing, tire swing and children’s swings, outfitted the chain ladders with new hose and built two tire ladders.
That helps us get even closer to fully renovating the children’s playground. Thanks again!
Ribbon Cuttings
- We will have a ribbon cutting for Supreme Lending and Lacy Shirley at noon Friday, July 22, at the Chamber office. Please welcome Lacy to the business community.
- LegenDairy Heifer, an ice cream and refreshment truck, will have a ribbon cutting with its unique vehicle at the Chamber office at noon Friday, July 29. The public is invited to the event.
- Maltech Fleet Services, an outfitter for first responder vehicles, hosted a ribbon cutting at 1412 College St. at noon Wednesday, July 16. Please welcome them to the community.
Food Recalls: Sweet Loren’s Sugar Cookie Dough, Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries
If you’re planning to make make cookies from packaged dough or enjoy some freeze-dried organic blueberries, be sure to check your labels as food recalls have been issued by companies over the last week for these products.
Cookie Dough Recall
Sweet Loren’s of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling a single lot code of Sweet Loren’s Sugar Cookie Dough 12oz, because it may contain traces of gluten in product labeled as gluten free. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to gluten potentially run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume these products
No illnesses had been reported as of the company’s announcement.
Sweet Loren’s Sugar Cookie Dough 12oz was distributed in FL, LA, MA, NY, NJ, SC, NC, OR, UT, IL, TX, GA, CA, CO, WA, IN, PA, MD, DC, TN, AL, MI, OH, DC, KY, AR, AK through retail grocery stores.
The lot of product recalled is Sweet Loren’s Sugar Cookie Dough 12oz Lot Code AF22 115, Best By Date 12/1/2022.
This issue was identified through testing of the product in-house. The oat flour used was determined to have traces of gluten despite having documentation (COA) declaring it to be gluten free.
No other lots of Sweet Loren’s Sugar Cookie Dough are included in this recall.
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1(855) 496-0532 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time or email [email protected].
Freeze-Dried Blueberry Recall
BrandStorm Inc. announced it is voluntarily recalling 2 lots of Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries (lot # 2021363-1 & 2022026-1) pouches because of the presence or potential presence of lead above the FDA’s recommended limits; per the serving size specified on the nutritional facts panel.
People with high blood levels of lead may show no symptoms, but the condition may cause damage to the nervous system and internal organs. Acute lead poisoning may cause a wide range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and bloody or decreased urinary output. Children are particularly vulnerable to lead poisoning.
If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time (e.g., weeks to months) permanent damage to the central nervous system can occur. This can result in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health problems
Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries 1.2oz were distributed in the United States through retail and online stores services. The issue is isolated of two batches of Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries with the following codes Best By Date 12/2024 & 01/2025.
- Lot 2021363-1, Best By Date: 12/2024
- 1 serving, 1.2 oz (34g), UPC 812907011160
- Lot 2022026-1, Best By Date: 01/2025
- 1 serving, 1.2 oz (34g), UPC 812907011160
The impacted product is sold in white and blue pouch with Natierra brand and Logo. The product can be identified by checking the product name, manufacturer details and lot number on the bottom right of the pouch.
The concern was identified upon testing conducted by a lab in Maryland. An investigation was conducted by the packing site. The original heavy metal reports received for the crop year showed no presence of lead and-or cause for batch testing. After further investigation it was found that the products county of Origin is Lithuania and aggressive monitoring of heavy metals may be deemed necessary. As an immediate action the packing site is actively working to enhance food safety system by implementing mandatory batch testing for heavy metal.
Do not consume the product impacted. Consumers who purchased Natierra Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries 1.2oz, with lot Code 2021363-1 or 2022026-1 should discard of the product. Refunds are available at the location of purchase. Returns will be provided at the point of sale through validation of lot codes on the affected pouches. Those who purchased online at www.Natierra.comExternal Link Disclaimer can email [email protected] to request a refund. Customers with questions may call 310-559-0259, 8am – 4:30pm PST, email [email protected] or send a direct message utilizing www.Natierra.comExternal Link Disclaimer website.
Lead is a naturally occurring element that may be contracted in fruits and vegetable during cultivation. Lead is a toxic substance present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some lead from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water.
Exposure to larger amounts of lead can cause lead poisoning. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount of, and duration of lead exposure and age of the person exposed.
BrandStorm Inc. reports no reports of adverse events related to use of the product have been received as part of this proactive recall. Should any consumer of this product have experienced any of the symptoms listed above, they should seek medical advice from their physician immediately.
1 Killed In 18-Wheeler Crash on I-30 Over The Weekend
Truck Wreck Tuesday Afternoon Impacts I-30 Traffic For 4 Miles Through Sulphur Springs
One person was killed in an 18-wheeler crash on I-30 over the weekend, one of many crashes reported on the interstate this summer. In fact, a truck wreck Tuesday afternoon had impacted traffic for at least four miles west of the crash site on I-30 and 4-6 miles east of the crash site for over 2 hours; travel delays were ongoing at 2:30 p.m.
According to local authorities, a 2020 Mack truck-tractor reportedly hauling a trailer load of cleaning supplies from Little Rock, Arkansas to Dallas on I-30 west overnight Saturday, July 16, 2022.
The truck went off I-30, just west of FM 900 in Saltillo, around 11:20 p.m. Saturday, according the preliminary crash report by Texas Department of Public Safety. The truck was believed by local officials to have become airborne. It crashed into the creek below, then struck the embankment head on, according to Hopkins County officials and DPS reports.
The truck driver, identified in reports as 58-year-old Ronald Earvin of North Little Rock, was reportedly trapped in the wreckage. He was not wearing a seat belt, according to DPS. Ervin sustained obvious blunt force trauma to the head, and was pronounced dead at the crash site upon being extracted from the wreckage at 1:38 a.m. Sunday by Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace Brad Cummings. An autopsy was ordered as is standard procedure in fatality crashes.
While not during work hours, the crash is one of many that local emergency officials have responded to on I-30 this summer. Local officials remind motorists the importance remaining alert while driving, especially in construction zones where workers and equipment are present, and slowing down for emergency vehicles. Not only can failing to do so prove costly in terms of potential traffic tickets and vehicular damages for those involved in a crash, it could also cost a lives.
Motorists should plan for potential travel delays when traveling through construction zones or plan to travel on an alternate routes on roadways that are not being repaired (good luck in Texas at this time of year) for the safety of all involved.
Anyone traveling on I-30 starting around noon Tuesday between Brinker and Sulphur Springs likely experienced stop and go traffic, and even at times the roadway being shut down, while emergency personnel worked at the crash site. At least two 18-wheelers were reported to have collided around the 128 mile marker on I-30, just east of Sulphur Springs, near but not in a construction. No serious injuries had been reported as of early Tuesday afternoon.
Crews continued working into the late afternoon July 19, 2022, to keep traffic flowing as safely as possible while officials worked the crash site, with the highway closed between the Loop 301 and Country Club overpasses. Eastbound traffic at one point Tuesday had backed up to South Broadway Street, and had backed up on the other side of the roadway until about the 134-135 mile markers, where traffic was being detoured.
16 People Making Freezers Of Frozen Treats For Homemade Ice Cream Contest At Senior Center
Friday is the day senior adults will have the opportunity to beat the crazy Texas heat at the Homemade Ice Cream Freeze Off at the Senior Citizens Center.
As of Tuesday morning, 16 people had confirmed they will be making freezers of homemade ice cream for senior citizens to enjoy and judge. That’s right – this contest will be judged by those attending it. This is one popularity contest senior citizens won’t want to miss — just be sure to get your “chip” or ballot so you can have your say. Prizes will be awarded to the top three ice creams, along with five honorable mention recognitions as well.
The event begins at 2 p.m. July 22 at Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center and continues until it’s gone and the votes are all in. This year’s event offers a variety of frozen treats, everything from traditional ice cream flavors such as strawberry, vanilla, chocolate and cookies and cream, to cherry, cherry cheesecake, banana and banana nut and chocolate malted crunch, peach and peach cobbler, strawberry banana, Butterfinger and piña colada. There promises to be something to whet even the most discerning pallet.
Confirming their intent to bring a freezer of their best frozen confection to share and enter in this year’s Homemade Ice Cream contest are:
- John Little Mary Ellen Little – Cherry
- Embark Care – Kevin Kelly Whitley (Chocolate Malted Crunch)
- Mays Home Health – Stacey Wetzel – Strawberry
- Family First Home Health – Libby Harmon Daves (Cherry Cheesecake)
- Serenity Plus – Miachel Mia Herrera (Banana)
- Sulphur Springs Health and Rehab – Dana Peeples – Peach Cobbler
- Heritage Home Health – Jessica Ramsey Claxton and Kim Kimberly Hutcheson Good – Strawberry Banana
- At Home Health Care -Teresa Carlson Mathews – Butterfinger
- Retreat Health Care Service – Nadea Bowerman – Peach
- Hospice Plus – Angie Sepulveda-Boehlerr – Cookies and Cream
- Dierksen Memorial Hospice -Leslie Deann Forshee – Strawberry
- Wesley House -Kyra Manning – Vanilla
- Angel Hands Hospice – Nadia Wright – Peach
- Sunny Springs Nursing and Rehab – Tina Cox – Pina Colada
- Rock Creek – Judith Beck – Chocolate
- Amatus Health Care – Shelby Romans – Banana Nut
Governor Proclaims July “Watch Your Car Month”
Motorists Urged To Protect Themselves From Auto Burglary, Theft
(AUSTIN, Texas – July 19, 2022) With summer being Texas’ busiest time of year for auto burglary and theft, Governor Greg Abbott has declared July “Watch Your Car Month.” The proclamation notes that Texans experience nearly $2 billion in losses every year due to motor vehicle crime.
“Our communities cannot prosper if they are not safe. The actions and choices of criminals can often disrupt our lives, damaging the vital sense of security inherent in our tightly knit Texas communities,” Abbott’s Watch Your Car Month proclamation stated.
The “If You Like It, Lock It” campaign, created by Texas Motor Vehicle Crimes Prevention Authority, to raise awareness and reduce motor vehicle burglary and theft is promoted heavily during the July to help Texans develop the simple habits to protect themselves from the these vehicle crimes.
MVCPA, like local law enforcement, frequently remind motorist the importance of these tips to make sure their vehicles are not easy targets for burglars and thieves:
- Always lock your vehicle and take your keys.
- Never leave your car unattended while it is running.
- Park in a well-lit area.
- Take valuables with you when you are not in your vehicle or keep them out of sight.
- Install an anti-theft device.
Local police describe vehicle burglary as one of the most easily preventable crimes, but often one of the hardest to prove. That’s why each motorist and passenger is encouraged to do their part to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of a vehicle burglary or theft.
This may be a more rural area, but burglaries and theft occur out in the county too, thus, it’s important for people who live in the country to remove keys from vehicles when exiting them – even at home – so that others won’t be able to drive off in their ride.
Readily opened autos are easy pickings for would-be car burglars. Items are easily accessed and removed. It generally takes thieves seconds to pull on a door handle to see if it’s unlocked, then a moment or two to snatch any valuables inside and abscond with them, Sulphur Springs Police Chief Jason Ricketson often reminds people. That’s why it’s important to lock vehicles doors exiting them, regardless of where you are going or for how long.
According to law enforcement officers, vehicle burglars also are known to target vehicles where pricy or easily pawnable items are clearly visible. Removing valuables from vehicles, or securing and storing them out-of-site to passersby held reduce the potential of the auto becoming a target for criminal activity.
Leaving valuables such as purses, wallets, checkbooks, jewelry or cash in unattended vehicles is never a good idea. When items must be left in vehicles, police and sheriff’s officers recommend put them under seats, in the trunk, in closed compartments or other covered areas where they cannot be seen by anyone who might be walking in the area. Conceal and stow parcels in a trunk, if possible, or covering bags, packages, store bags and other items out-of-site, so they do on attract attention.
Those who can are encouraged by the state officials to enable anti-theft devices on their vehicles; a new vehicle may even come already equipped with one. In fact, doing so often pays out in more ways than one. Many insurance companies give discounts for certain anti-theft devices. MVCPA recommends checking with your insurance agent for details.
The Texas Legislature established MVCPA in 1991 to combat motor vehicle theft, burglary, and fraud-related motor vehicle crime in Texas. This is the 29th year the authority has issued funding.
If anyone witnesses what appears to be a vehicle burglary or other suspicious activity, they are encouraged to call their local law enforcement agency or, if witnessing a crime in progress, call 911.
For more information about how to protect yourself from motor vehicle crime, visit MVCPA at www.TxDMV.gov/about-us/MVCPA.
Managing Fall Webworm Infestations
By Mario Villarino, Texas AgriLife Extension Agent, Ag/Natural Resources, Hopkins County, [email protected]
The fall webworm, Hyphantria cunea (Drury), is native to North America and is a common caterpillar pest of trees. It attacks more than 88 kinds of plants in North America, including many fruit, nut, and ornamental trees and shrubs. According to Texas A&M AgriLife extension, webworms do not attack pines and other needle-bearing trees (conifers).
Fall webworms are known for their large webs on terminal foliage. Heavy infestations are rarely fatal, but if they occur over several years they can make trees more susceptible to drought, disease, or other insect pests. The fall webworm’s plant preference varies according to region. In East Texas, they most often attack sweetgum, oak, hickory and pecan.
Webworms can be managed on smaller trees without insecticides. You can do this by physically removing the webs, caterpillars, or egg masses. You can knock larvae out of low-hanging webs into a box or garbage bag with a stick or broom. You can also prune webs from lower and smaller branches, or pull them down with a rake or a pole.
Beneficial insects attack the eggs and larvae of the fall webworm and keep populations under control in many years. You can help beneficial insects by tearing open the protective webs. If webs are too numerous or too high in a tree to deal with individually, you can use insecticides to prevent damage. Hose-end or commercial high-pressure sprayers are best for reaching upper parts of trees. Webworm larvae stay inside their web so insecticide sprays must penetrate the web to be most effective. For best control, apply insecticides when webs and caterpillars are small.
Insecticides containing Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) or Spinosad are effective and will not harm beneficial insects. Carbaryl and pyrethroid insecticides (such as permethrin, cyfluthrin, bifenthrin, and esfenvalerate) are highly effective against fall webworm. However, these insecticides are also toxic to beneficial insects so use them only for severe infestations.
Insecticidal soaps and horticultural oil sprays can also be effective when applied directly to caterpillars in their nests. Insecticide labels are subject to change — always read and follow instructions on the pesticide label carefully. You are responsible for the effects of pesticides on your own property, as well as problems caused by drift to other properties. Not all insecticides are registered for fall webworms on all sites and commodities. Read the label to make sure the insecticide is labeled for your site and commodity.
Two Separate Traffic Stops Resulted In Two Felony Arrests
Two separate traffic stops resulted in two felony arrests Sunday, according to arrest and jail reports.
Bill Bradford Road Traffic Stop
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped a Ford Ranger at 11:56 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 2022, on Bill Bradford Road at Shannon Road. When Deputy Josh Davis asked for permission to search the truck, the driver reportedly admitted to having a glass pipe in his vehicle. A search revealed a black toiletry bag with two glass meth pipes, a pill bottle with two baggies including one with suspected crystal meth inside.
The driver, 39-year-old Wesley Robert Rose of Talco, was arrested at 12:07 a.m. July 17, 2022, and transported to jail. The substance field tested positive for meth and weighed 1.47 grams, deputies alleged in arrest reports.
Rose was booked into Hopkins County jail at 1:17 a.m. Sunday, July 17, 2022, for possession of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams of the Penalty Group 1 controlled substance methamphetamine. He remained in Hopkins County jail in lieu of the $10,000 bond set on the third-degree felony controlled substance charge.
Deputies Colt Patterson and Bobby Osornio were credited with assisting on the traffic stop and arrest.
Houston Street Traffic Stop
Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman reported stopping a Toyota Camry at 2:22 p.m. Sunday, July 17, 2022, on Houston Street at South Jackson Street.
A records check showed the driver, 31-year-old Camron Michael Hamil of Galveston to have an outstanding warrant. Hamlin was taken into custody and transported to jail. He was booked in Sunday afternoon on the violation of parole warrant, issued by Austin Parole Board, as well as a warrant for failure to appear on a Sulphur Springs charge.
Hamil, who is also known by Cameron Michael Hamil, was held in the county jail without bond on the parole charge, according to jail reports.
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If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
Cumby Police: Woman Claimed To Be Under Influence Of Meth When Found On The Roof
A 51-year-old Cumby woman claimed to be under the influence of methamphetamine when found on the roof of a Commerce Street building, officers alleged in arrest reports.
A Cumby Police officer was dispatched at 7:30 a.m. to the Cumby address, where a person was reported to be on the roof of the building. When officers contacted the 52-year-old woman, she not only admitted she broke a window on the front of the building while climbing onto the roof of the building; she also claimed to be under the influence of meth when they found her.
She was detained. EMS was called to the location to check out the woman. According to the arrest report, after the woman was cleared by EMS, she was transported to the county jail, where she was booked on a Class C public intoxication charge as well as as a charge of criminal mischief resulting in $100-$750 worth of damage for the broken window, according to arrest and jail reports.
The 51-year-old was released from the county jail Monday, July 19, 2022, on a $1,000 bond on the misdemeanor criminal mischief charge.
KSST does not publish the names or photos of people charged with misdemeanor crimes in staff-generated reports, only those accused of felony offenses.
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.
