6-22-04 - A packed courtroom today listened to some shocking new accusations in the trial of a woman charged with murdering Whitesboro jeweler Jon McCullough. Authorities say Kristi Jones shot him to death last June, during an argument and scuffle outside her Grayson County home.
During opening statements, Jones’ defense team alleged McCullough has been abusive to his wife, and had made unwanted sexual advances towards Jones in the past. Those allegations had never been reported to the police though.
But prosecutors countered that the defense was attacking the character of the victim, who was respected by many in the community, and was trying to help his sister-in-law at the time of the shooting.
That woman’s husband, Brian Riddle, took the stand today, and admitted to an affair with Jones that he says started in May of 2003. Riddle was also there the night of the killing, when his wife and Jones got into a scuffle. He claims McCullough and himself tried to break it up, when Jones’ gun accidentally fired.
Prosecutors used mannequins to show how the fight unfolded. Testimony will Wednesday. The trial could last up to two weeks.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
