Paris District Road Report for Week of June 10, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting June 10, 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...
Meal-A-Day Passes Inspection Now a Step Closer to Move
June 7, 2024 – Meal-A-Day in Sulphur Springs is now one step closer to moving into the kitchen at the recently opened Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Activity Center at 301 Oak Ave. The Texas Food Bank re-certified them as a partner this week. A new refrigerator in the kitchen. Because MAD relies partially on food provided by the Texas Food Bank, the TFB must inspect each facility before any TFB food can be shipped and stored....
Green Kylinga is a Problematic Perennial Sedge that Thrives in Warm, Moist Environments by Mario Villarino
June 4, 2024 – Green Kylinga (Kyllinga brevifolia) is a problematic perennial sedge that thrives in warm, moist environments, often invading lawns, gardens, and agricultural fields across Texas. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service provides extensive resources and strategies for managing this invasive weed, emphasizing a combination of cultural, mechanical, and chemical control methods to effectively combat its spread....
Watch for Bridge Repair Crews Working in Five Counties
June 2, 2024 – PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials today announced that several bridges in five counties will undergo maintenance and erosion control repairs beginning June 2. The contractor, DCC Construction and Services LLC, was granted 213 working days, weather permitting, to complete this project valued at more than $1.7 million. The contractor anticipates starting work June 3 in Hopkins County. The target...
Paris District Road Report for Week of June 3, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting June 3, 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 – May 28, 2024
By Butch Burney You can be a Stewper Hero by turning in the winning logo for this year’s 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival The theme for this year’s 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Festival is Stewper Heroes and the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce is looking for just that right logo. The person who submits the winning logo will receive a Stewper-size package that includes four stew tickets, four T-shirts featuring the logo,...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 27, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting May 27, 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...
Paris District Road Report for Week of May 20, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting May 20, 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...
Paris District Road Report for week of May 13, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting May 13, 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...
Sulphur Springs City Manager’s Report for April 2024
CLAIMS – We had one minor workers’ compensation claim and no liability claims in April. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN – We have applied for a $250,000 grant from the General Land Officeto help pay for the plan. They require an amendment to our Financial Management Policybefore they approve the grant. The amendment is on the agenda. COLLEGE STREET – We are on the home stretch. I still think we will have the street open by June 01.HOLIDAY DRIVE –...
