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North and Central Texas Expect two rounds of storms today. Storms will be most expansive this morning into the early afternoon along and east of I-35. Isolated strong to marginally severe storms and flooding will be possible with the morning activity. Isolated storms are likely late this afternoon near a …

  The Eastern District of Texas U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs announced that an Aubrey man has been sentenced to life in federal prison for child pornography violations. William Carl Kennedy, 42, pleaded guilty on November 14ember, 2023, to the production of child pornography and penalties relating to violations for …

A report presented to the Paris City Council by Justice Research Consultants in Denton shows that the Paris Police Department has received a clean racial profiling report. The Paris PD is in full compliance with the law. They filed two complaints of racial profiling during the past year, and after an internal investigation, they determined …

Tailored Rides of Paris presents its Spring Show on Saturday, April 27, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Tailored Rides 384, CR 42520. Credit Union of Texas is providing burgers and hot dogs. Tailored Rides provides therapeutic riding, an equine-assisted activity to contribute to the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social …

Paris Regional Health is hosting the annual Drug Take Back box in the hospital’s main lobby on Saturday between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to discard unused or expired prescription drugs safely. The purpose of the program is to take unused or expired prescription medications for disposal to reduce accidental …

Lamar County high school seniors are reminded that Friday, April 26, is the deadline to apply for United Way’s four scholarships. Applications are available in the counselor’s office of all area high schools or by emailing srossonuwlc@gmail.com. They will announce the scholarship recipients at the United Way’s Texas Scholars awards ceremony on …

Hopkins County arrested Seth William Albright for possession of more than four but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 2 Controlled Substance. They also charged him with a traffic warrant. Deputies arrested Jarvis Lamont Singletary in Hopkins County on a bond forfeiture warrant for fraudulent use or possession …

DENTON, Texas – FEMA Region 6 underscores the significance of this year’s tax-free weekend starting April 27, urging Texans to seize this opportunity to stock up on emergency supplies. Residents can buy supplies and equipment for emergencies or natural disasters during the Texas Comptroller’s 2024 “Emergency Preparation Sales Tax Holiday.” No sales …

  COMMERCE, TX: Students, faculty, and staff at Texas A&M University-Commerce are enthusiastically preparing for the Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for May 10 and 11. This semester, 1,542 students will receive their degrees, including 858 undergraduate students, 662 master’s students, and 22 doctoral students. Among the candidates, 467 will …

  COMMERCE, TEXAS: Texas A&M University-Commerce hosted a luncheon at the Hilton hotel in Rockwall, Texas, on Tuesday, April 16, to celebrate the university’s planned Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research. The Lyon Center, which will be located along Highway 24 in Commerce, approximately 1.5 miles south of the …

Paris Chevrolet and Texoma Chevy Dealers presented Anderson Bunch with a $1,000.00 Texoma Excellence in Fine Arts Scholarship for his remarkable achievements. Anderson’s dedication to music, particularly his trumpet mastery, has shone brightly throughout his seven-plus years of commitment. Notably, he’s secured the prestigious 1st chair All-State trumpet player position …

North Lamar ISD would like to invite the community to commemorate the legacy of educator Kenny Sanders by naming the agricultural barn in his honor. With 50+ years of service, Kenny has stood as a pillar within the NLISD community, impacting lives through his commitment to science and agricultural education. …

  As the UIL Academic Region II Competition approaches next Saturday, April 27, at Texas A&M–Commerce, the excitement is palpable for the participating North Lamar High School students and their coaches. Malaki Tillery, Tyler Antonio-Silva, and Sage Osborn are gearing up to showcase their accounting skills under the guidance of …

  On Tuesday, April 23, junior and senior art students attended the PJC Art Day. Students chose two workshops, explored new techniques, and had a blast being creative.

Emma Wilkins and Carson Holzwarth, two outstanding students from the community, have been honored with prestigious scholarships recognizing their achievements. Cameron Ashton presented Emma Wilkins with the Lamar County Electric Cooperative scholarship. Carson Holzwarth (left), shown with principal Mark Keith, was presented with the Making A Difference Scholarship.

Contact: Kelly Cowan Mount Pleasant ISD begins Clay Target Club. The newly formed Mount Pleasant ISD Clay Target Club has kicked off its first season with a bang as a Texas High School Clay Target League member. Our team members compete with other teams from across the state, all from …

Titus County Elections NTCC Board Kerry Wootten, Lance Walsh Mt Pleasant Place 3 – Seth Alexander, Jonathan Hageman Place 4 – Kelly Redfearn, Tim Dale Place 5 – Carl Wayne Hinton, Henry N. Chappell II Harts Bluff ISD Alex Ortega, J. Colton Bradshaw, Jay Senn, Bryan Banda Harts Bluff ISD …

  Wednesday, officers responded to the 1200 block of SE 16th about a suspicious person’s call. They contacted John Wade Armentrout, 40, and Christopher Robin Jones, 49. They were subjects wanted on felony warrants for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Jones’ warrant was from Georgia, and the Lamar County Sheriff’s …

A reluctant Donald Trump will return to a New York City courtroom Thursday as his hush money trial resumes. At the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Washington over whether he should be immune from prosecution for actions he took during his time as president.

Hughes Springs ISD announced Blake Worley as its new Athletic Director/Head Football Coach. Coach Worley currently serves as the Defensive Coordinator & Head Baseball Coach at Winnsboro ISD, roles he has held since 2019. Before that, Coach Worley coached at Pleasant Grove ISD from 2006-2019. While at PGISD, Coach Worley …