Paris District Road Report for week of August 7, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Aug. 7, 2023. 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 as...
Crickets By Mario Villarino
Crickets are about 1″ long, dark brown to black with large hind legs used for jumping. Female crickets have a large, sword-like structure, the ovipositor, protruding from the tip of the abdomen. The ovipositor is an egg laying structure. Crickets feed on plant material and other insects. They can cause damage to seedlings and be destructive to plants when in high numbers. Males can become a nuisance with their sounds...
The Miller Grove FFA Hamburger Supper Will be Held August 21, 2023
The Annual Miller Grove FFA Hamburger Supper is scheduled to be held August 21st, 2023. The event will be held at the Miller Grove ISD AG Shop beginning at 6PM. You can expect hamburgers and games. Everyone is welcome. Miller Grove FFA Hamburger Supper Poster
How to Get That Free Burger Next Week
August 3, 2023 – National Whataburger Day is August 8. Locations nationwide will be giving away free burgers via the Official Whataburger App. To make sure you get yours, install and update the app before the 8th. Download the Whataburger App on the App Store for iOS or get it on Google Play for Android. A coupons will appear in app that can be used just once. If you are a ‘table tent’ collector, on August 8 they...
Helpful Advice From Master Gardener David Wall
Zeolite comes from ancient volcanic eruptions. Later, materials (zeolite) leached out that can grab soil contaminants and odors, especially ammonia from synthetic fertilizers, which it grabs and slowlyreleases. If a Zeolite packet has been used for a while, put it out in direct sunlight for a short time. It’ll release absorbed material and become ready to be reused. Packets also work very well in your house! Fire...
Dinner Bell Menu For August 9, 2023
Christus Mother Frances Hospital yearly sets goals to benefit the citizens of Sulphur Springs and Hopkins county. One of its goals is to improve food insecurity. To satisfy that goal Christus is a Community Partner giving monetary support to Dinner Bell five times a year. August 9 is its fourth appearance at the feeding ministry. Associates of the hospital further their commitment by preparing the food boxes and distributing them to...
PJC Breaks Ground On New Training Facility in Greenville
Expanded workforce training opportunities for Hunt County were unveiled at the groundbreaking for a new facility at the Paris Junior College – Greenville Center on Tuesday, August 1. “This is an exciting day for all of us at Paris Junior College,” said Dr. Pamela Anglin, PJC President. “We’re very proud to be partnering with L-3Harris in a partnership where the sky’s the limit. This fall an...
August Brings Multiple Astronomical Adventures to Cooper Lake State Park
August Astronomical Adventures at Cooper Lake State Park Cooper, TX— August in Texas is usually extremely hot! As a result, why not experience the park after sunset? August has at least three astronomical events that will amaze you. Have you ever heard about a blue moon, supermoon, or the Perseids; well get ready, because this month has all three! The term “blue moon” refers to two full moons within a single month and August has...
Driver of Fatal Rollover Crash Identified
According to DPS accident report, Stephen F. Sherman, 59, was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado northbound on FM 269, the vehicle went off the roadway and hit a culvert which caused the vehicle to roll over and eject Sherman. Sherman was pronounced dead at the scence by Justice of the Peace Brad Cummings. The accident occurred three miles south of Pickton on FM 269. Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office patrol...
Full Moon Tonight Is First of Two For August 2023
Ever heard of “once in a blue moon”? This month will give you the opportunity to witness this rare event although the second moon of the month occurring on August 30th will not actually be blue in color. The term “blue moon” references the rare occurrence when two full moons appear in the same month. With the time between full moons being 29 and a half days, there can never be a blue moon in the month of...
