PJC Nears Fall Graduation
Delivery of caps and gowns signals the end of the fall semester at Paris Junior College, as does an increase in the number of students studying for next week’s final exams. The fall graduation ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. in the Hunt Athletic Center in Paris on Friday, Dec. 15. Students should arrive at the Rheudasil Learning Center by 6 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to arrive early to find seating in the Hunt...
Reilly Springs Jamboree Dance Benefits Senior Citizens Building Fund
Producers of the Reilly Springs Jamboree brought the show to town with a Christmas Dance on Saturday December 9, 2017 at the Sulphur Springs Senior Center as a benefit the building fund for a new Senior Center. Classic country music ruled the evening as Roger Reed and the Sunshine Band’s Gary Jones and Bill Langley kept the couples dancing. Guest singers Shanna Carter and Janet Reed performed favorite Christmas songs, Don Woods...
Dinner Bell Menu For December 13, 2017
Dinner Bell Menu for December 13, 2017 Guaranty Bond Bank this week’s Community Partner. Meat Loaf Mexican Hominy Garlic Green Beans Garden Salad Buttered French Bread Peach Cobbler Crisp Chocolate Sugar Free Dessert Same time (11:45 a.m.). Same place (Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church). Join us for a great meal and good companionship. Tell your friends about us. Hope to see you. Served at 11:45 AM at the First...
Rains County Woman Files for Democrat Primary for Congress
By Kimberly McClenney Catherine Krantz, a small business owner and dedicated community volunteer, has announced her candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in the 4th District of Texas. The Rains County Democrat will be looking to unseat two term incumbent, John Ratcliff (R Rockwall). She is the first to file as a Democrat for the congressional seat in over 20 years. “I am running because I am tired of rural...
Book Fair To Be Held At Como-Pickton Elementary Library
Reading is the most important skill you can teach a child. Giving kids access to good books and the opportunity to choose books will motivate them to read more. Not to mention, books make wonderful Christmas gifts! The Como-Pickton Elementary Library is hosting their annual Scholastic Book Fair Monday, December 11th through Friday, December 15th – 8:00am – 3:30pm. They will have extended hours on Thursday the 14th, 8:00am...
Sister Babyz Fashion Show: The Perfect Combination of Fun and Fashion
Sister Babyz Fashion Show was held Saturday Dec. 9th and was a huge success. The popular Venue 219 was packed with standing room only. Local members from the community modeled creatively paired outfits. Plaids and velvet trends as well as sparkly ideas for the holidays were highlights of the show. These new trends were matched with Sister Babyz staples of sassy sweaters, distressed jeans, and miles of various boots and booties. It...
Christmas Carolers in the Plaza
December 9, 2017 – The Dallas Goode Time Carolers traveled from the Dallas area with one traveling from as far as Weatherford to Carol around Sulphur Springs square. They caroled around the plaza going into the local restaurants around the square and performing impromptu Christmas songs. Some of the restaurants visited were: Saucy’s, Redneck Cafe, Arturo’s, Burgerland. Knowing over 70 popular Christmas Carols this...
Second Annual Christmas Market: Major Success
By Savannah OwensThe Second Annual Christmas Market was a huge success! There were many vendors out on Main Street, selling all sorts of Christmas gift items and cute home decor items. There were creative painted signs, wooden crosses, delicious smelling roasted Christmas nuts, coffee mugs, Dog biscuits, Stockings, Knit scarves, hand warmers, and hats! There was even kids clothing, and customizable earrings and jewelry. Not to...
A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas: A Comedic Twist on the Classic Tale
By Savannah Owens A Good Old Fashioned Redneck Country Christmas follows three redneck best friends; Bill, Dave, and Jimmy as they navigate their relationships while on a hunting trip on Christmas Eve. The women: Lou, Barbie Jo, and Darlene try to stick to their normal Christmas routines while airing their frustrations about their men. The story is narrarated by a friendly traveler named Bob who arrived in the little town of Christmas...
