Paris District Road Report for Week of November 25, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 25, 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...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 18, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 18, 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...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 11, 2024
Paris District Road Report for week of Nov. 11, 2024 Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 11, 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...
The Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center Launches 2024 Angels of Hope Annual Holiday Campaign
More than 300 children from northeast Texas are available to sponsor for this year’s Angel Tree November 7, 2024 – (Winnsboro, TX) – The Northeast Texas Child Advocacy Center (NETCAC) invites the community to “give back” during the 2024 Annual Angels of Hope holiday campaign for more than 300 children in northeast Texas who are alleged victims of child sexual and physical abuse or neglect. “We are grateful for how the community...
Paris District Road Report for Week of November 4, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Nov. 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 as...
Chamber Connection – October 30, 2024
By Butch Burney Saturday turned out to be a glorious day for stew fans as an estimated 7,500 people jammed Buford Park to take part in the 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest, sponsored by Alliance Bank. The weather was pleasant in the morning, when stew was served from more than 170 pots! A big thank you to all those who attended, to our sponsors and especially to those cooks, who spent most of Friday and Saturday making stew for...
Paris District Road Report for Week of October 28, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Oct. 28, 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...
Paris District Road Report for Week of October 21, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Oct. 21, 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...
Texas A&M AgriLife Plays Vital Role in Addressing Wild Pigs Issues by Mario Villarino
October 15, 2024 – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service plays a vital role in addressing the issue of wild pigs (also known as feral hogs) in Texas. Wild pigs are a major problem in the state, with an estimated population of over 2.6 million, causing extensive damage to agriculture, natural resources, and property. Recognizing the significant ecological and economic impact of these animals, the Texas A&M AgriLife...
Organized Criminal Group Took Firearms and Tools from Unlocked Vehicles Monday
October 15, 2024 – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office says an organized criminal group took items including firearms and tools from several unlocked vehicles Monday morning. The Sheriff’s Office said the burglars are likely the same people who committed crime sprees in other counties. According to the sheriff’s office, surveillance video shows unknown people as they burglarized vehicles on Monday in the southern part of...
