Knight of Columbus: Flag Retirement Ceremony
March 5, 2024 – The Knights of Columbus Council 8975 will be performing a Flag Retirement Ceremony on April 20, 2024. Conducting a flag retirement ceremony is a very meaningful opportunity for everyone to reflect on the meaning of the flag as a great symbol of freedom. The U.S. flag is considered such a sacred symbol that burning it in an undignified manner constitutes desecration. That’s why the ceremonies are held in a...
2024 Mr. & Miss Paris Junior College to be Announced Wednesday
March 4, 2024 – The 2024 Mr. and Miss Paris Junior College will be announced on Wednesday evening, March 6 during halftime of the 7:30 p.m. men’s basketball game against Navarro College in the Hunt Center. Faculty and staff nominate students for this honor and the student body casts the final vote. To be nominated, students must be graduating sophomores with a minimum of 12 semester hours in the current semester and 45...
Mt. Vernon Masonic Lodge is Collecting for Victims and First Responders of the Panhandle Fires
March 4, 2024 – The Mount Vernon Masonic Lodge is collecting donations for victims and First Responders of the current fires in the Texas Panhandle. They are accepting donations until March 12, 2024. They are accepting donations of clothes, money, infant supplies, First Aid supplies, non-perishable foods, drink items, and pet supplies. The drop off locations are Franklin County Sheriff’s office, 2S Feed & Ranch,...
5th Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt at Pacific Park
March 4, 2024 – Hop into the spirit of Easter with us at the 5th Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt! This event, proudly hosted by the East End Alliance – Our Youth, is a festive gathering that’s absolutely free and open to the public. Get ready for a day filled with joy and community spirit. Date: March 30thTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 NoonLocation: Pacific Park, 413 West Beckham Street, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 Activities...
Don’t Forget To Spring Your Clocks Forward For Daylight Saving Time
March 4, 2024 – Just a friendly reminder: don’t forget to adjust your clocks (if they don’t change automatically) when you head to bed Sunday. It’s time to spring forward 1 hour for Daylight Saving Time. Otherwise, you’ll likely arrive an hour late for church or any other appointments or activities you have scheduled Sunday. Those who are not at their best first thing in the morning might consider going to bed an hour or so...
Ticket Giveaway: St. James Fish Fry #4
March 2024 – Friday night Fish Fry is back! You can win 2 tickets to the event hosted by the Knights of Columbus at 297 Texas St here in Sulphur Springs, TX. The FREE tickets are for the March 8, 2024 event only. Members of the Knights of Columbus cooking team. Dine in or carry out starting a 5:00pm. Beer battered cod available, a short wait may be required. St. James Fish Fry Menu includes USA catfish, fries, coleslaw, hush...
Trading Post for March 4, 2024
For sale: Sofa and loveseat, $225 in good condition. 903 243 7501 I have a full size bed in excellent condition . The frame and headboard are black . Comes with bedframe , headboard , mattress and box springs . Asking $200.00 . Located in Sulphur Springs . Please text me at 903-335-3546 if interested . Thanks Lost Basset Hound Miller Grove/Greenview area was wearing Pink Dog Coat .Answer to Mazey Free puppies to a good home. 3/4...
Try Milk in Your Garden From Master Gardener David Wall
March 3, 2024 – Powdered milk is made by evaporating milk until only a powder remains. A major benefit for gardeners is the powder is rich in calcium, and other nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, elements all plants need. If you are looking for powdered milk, be sure to read the contents and choose a product that has been fortified with calcium. Next, read the label, and mix with water according to...
Paris District Road Report for week of March 4, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 4, 2024. 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...
Home Schooling Families Cite Major Reasons for Education Choice
March 1, 2024 – More and more families are turning to homeschooling. Families who made the switch during the pandemic have not returned. Experts expected the rates to return to pre-pandemic levels, but this has not been the case. It appears that the homeschool movement shows no signs of stopping. Parents are providing new reasons for continuing their education efforts. At the top of the list is safety concerns for their...
