Community Chest Closed Due to Winter Weather
January 8, 2025 – Community Chest will be closed the rest of this week due to the threat of winter weather. They will resume normal operations on Monday January 13, 2025.
Misdemeanor Court Dockets Cancelled for Jan 9, 2025
January 8, 2025 – Misdemeanor Court Dockets for Judge John Ginn have been canceled for January 9, 2025.
TxDOT Crews Responding to Winter Weather
Jan. 7, 2025 – AUSTIN— Winter weather is bearing down on Texas this January, and TxDOT crews are working throughout the state to help keep roads clear and passable. More than 1,700 TxDOT employees have braved the bone-rattling, winter air in preparation for the winter storm. As of Tuesday, TxDOT has applied more than 1.3 million gallons of brine to roads in Texas. Brine is the salt and water mixture that helps prevent ice from...
Remember Your Baptism January 11th is the Main Topic on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark sat down with Pastor Peter McNabb from First United Methodist Church in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The two talked about the Cookbook, Feed My Sheep, the Dinner Bell, and other topics, but the main subject of the conversation was “Remember Your Baptism” which will be observed January 11, 2025, at First United Methodist Church. Take a look...
Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Winter Weather
January 6, 2025 – Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of severe winter weather expected to impact the state this week. “The State of Texas is working around-the-clock to ensure Texans have the resources and support needed as severe winter weather impacts communities across Texas,” said Governor Abbott. “As...
ERCOT Issues Weather Watch
(Austin, TX) ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch from January 6-10 due to forecasted cold weather across the ERCOT region, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves. Grid conditions are expected to be normal during an ERCOT Weather Watch. ERCOT is monitoring conditions closely and will deploy all available tools to manage the grid, continuing a reliability-first approach to operations. ERCOT encourages everyone to...
Paris District Road Report for Week of January 6, 2025
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting January 6, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Dinner Bell for January 8, 2025
DINNER BELL, First United Methodist Church Dinner Bell Sponsor Partner: John & Mary Heilman, JHH Investments The doors to Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church will open at 11:00 a.m. Meal service begins at 11:30 a.m. and doors will close at 12:45 p.m. Please come join us to share fellowship and a meal. On January 8, 2025, the Dinner Bell Feeding Ministry is beginning its Thirteenth Year of...
Opinion: A Compassionate and Sensible Cannabis Policy for Texas
January 2, 2025 – Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller – Just down the street from the Austin headquarters of the Texas Department of Agriculture is a trailer selling consumable cannabis products; the sole purpose of these products is to inebriate. When did the Texas legislature debate recreational marijuana and ultimately vote to legalize it? The answer is, they didn’t. Thanks to loose legal language and generous...
Brine Operation Scheduled for Bridges, Major Roadways
TxDOT prepares for possible winter weather January 2, 2025 PARIS – Due to the possibility of winter weather, TxDOT crews plan to begin brine operations on Interstates 30 and US 75, starting today/Friday. All bridges across the nine-county district are also scheduled to receive an application of brine, which is a solution consisting of salt and water designed to help prevent ice and snow from sticking to surfaces. The Paris District...
