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North Lamar’s Sloane Hill Signs With St. Edward’s University

North Lamar High School senior Sloane Hill signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball for St. Edward’s University in Austin beginning in 2022-2023.  St. Edward’s is a member of the Lone Star Conference. Sloane is a four-year starting catcher for the Pantherettes.  Head softball coach Ashley Endsley said, …

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Paris Police Report For Wednesday (Nov 17)

Kevin Dewayne Rogers Paris Police stopped Kevin Dewayne Rogers, 36, in the 500-block of E. Houston at 9:41 Tuesday morning. Rogers was riding a bicycle and pushing another. Due to recent thefts in the area, officers stopped Rogers to identify. During the investigation, Rogers had possession of methamphetamine, and they …

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NLHS Announces Heisman High School Award Winners

North Lamar High School has announced the winners of the Heisman High School Award. Pictured (left to right) are recipients, seniors Dawson Dority and Bralie Fox. The Heisman High School Scholarship program, sponsored by The Heisman Trophy Trust and Acceptance Insurance, recognizes successful high school  student-athletes for academic achievements and …

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Phizer COVID Pills Could Soon Be Available

  Tuesday, Pfizer said it is asking U.S. regulators to authorize its experimental pill for COVID-19, setting the stage for a likely launch of the promising therapy in the coming weeks. The company’s filing comes as new infections rise again, driven mainly by hot spots in states where colder weather …

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Honey Grove Trial Starts

Charles Briggs Charles and Joshua Briggs, a father, and a son, went on trial Monday and faced charges of aggravated assault, causing serious bodily injury, and burglary with intent to commit a felony in July of 2017. Officials arrested them last Sep, and last Monday, a jury found Joshua Briggs …

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Texas Rep. Visits Paris

State Rep. (R) Bryan Hughes is the guest speaker for the Republican Women of Red River Valley’s Supper at 6:00 pm Thursday at Celebrate It, on Pine Mill Road in Paris.

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Mail Early

The U.S. Postal Service is reminding people to send gifts early to their loved ones. USPS said it expects to deliver more mail and packages to homes between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than any other shipper. It is anticipating between 850 million and 950 million packages during that time. …

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Gun Firing Suspect Arrested

Craig Harwart Tuesday, Upshur County sentenced Craig Harwart, 56, to life in prison after pleading guilty to four first-degree felony offenses of aggravated assault against police officers. Harwart walked into Gilmer’s CEFCO and demanded the attendant to turn on the pumps, or he would shoot her. He threw $20 on …

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Longview Man Sentence For Sexual Child Abuse

Joseph Mitchel Wright A Longview man was sentenced to 45 years in prison without parole Tuesday for continuous sexual abuse of a child. During a bench trial, Judge Alfonso Charles found Joseph Mitchel Wright, 36, of Longview, guilty of constant sex abuse of a child younger than 14. Charles sentenced …

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NASA Selects Paris High School Students

Pictured left to right: Kadyn McDonald, Evelin Lopez, and Brody Holleman. Paris High School has three students chosen as High School Aerospace Scholars. NASA selected juniors Kadyn McDonald, Evelin Lopez, and Brody Holleman to participate in the 2021-22 High School Aerospace Scholars Program. Through the assistance of PHS engineering and …

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Rusk AD Arrested

    The new athletic director for Rusk ISD  has been arrested for allegedly assaulting  his wife. The wife of 40 year old Lloyd Homer Keel filed a complaint that was investigated by Rusk police officers. Keel was then arrested on warrants charging him with Unlawful Restraint and Assault-Family Violence. Keel …

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East Texas Football Great Dies

    An East Texas football great has died in Denver at the age of 74. Gladewater native Winston Hill, a four-time AFL All-Star and four-time Pro Bowler spent 14 seasons with the Jets and one with the Los Angeles Rams. He was instrumental in the Jets win over the …

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Softball Playoffs On Tap Plus Rangers Take Down Yanks

  Paris – The softball playoffs begin tomorrow. The North Lamar Pantherette’s host the bi-district series opener against Tyler Chapel Hill on MIX 107.7. First pitch is at 7pm. The Detroit Lady Eagles play game one against Avery tonight at Chisum high school at 7pm. Rivercrest will take on James …

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Softball Playoffs on Tap Plus Rangers Trounce Yankees

  Paris – Yesterday morning in a press release Paris Junior College announced the Board of Regents has voted to discontinue the volleyball and golf programs, citing financial restraints. According to Dr. Pam Anglin, doing away with the programs will save PJC $350,000 annually. In high school baseball last night …

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LeTourneau University

    East Texas Baptist University posted a 13-3 win over LeTourneau University in a non-conference game at Conrad-Vernon Field on Tuesday night in Longview. The YellowJackets (13-19) found themselves behind 6-0 before getting on the scoreboard in the bottom of the third. East Texas Baptist (26-11) scored in six …

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Community Calendar

Apr
24
Wed
MPISD
Apr 24 all-day

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

  • Fowler Student of the Month
  • Sims 2nd grade field trip
  • Sims STAAR testing—3rd grade Math

MPJH STAAR testing—7th grade Honors Math

Apr
25
Thu
MPISD
Apr 25 all-day

Thursday, April 25, 2024

  • Brice Chillz on Wheelz day
  • Corprew 2nd grade field trip
  • Fowler Kindergarten music program, 5:30 p.m.
  • Wallace STAAR testing—5th & 6th grade Math
  • MPJH STAAR testing—7th grade Math & 8th grade Algebra I
  • MPHS STAAR EOC testing—Algebra I
  • MPHS art at VASE State
  • MPHS NHS meeting, MPHS Auditorium, 7:45 a.m.

MPHS make-up hours, MPHS cafeteria, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Eighth Annual Walk Of Hope @ Downtown Paris
Apr 25 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

The 8th Annual Walk Of Hope, which supports National Crime Victims’ Week, is slated for downtown Paris on Apr. 25 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. The event will raise awareness for victims of crime and child abuse. There will also be free hot dogs and drinks, and Mix Society will provide music.

Apr
26
Fri
MPISD
Apr 26 all-day

Friday, April 26, 2024

  • CDC Parent Committee meeting, 8:05 a.m.
  • Brice GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
  • Corprew GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
  • Fowler GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
  • Sims GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
  • Sims Chillz on Wheelz day
  • Wallace track meet, Sam Parker Stadium
  • MPJH STAAR testing—8th grade Math
  • MPHS art at VASE State
  • MPHS Tiger Doll Spring Show, MPHS Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
  • Baseball

MPHS JV & Varsity vs. Longview (home), 4:30 p.m. **SENIOR NIGHT**

Apr
27
Sat
MPISD
Apr 27 all-day

Saturday, April 27, 2024

  • Wallace Chess tournament
  • MPHS UIL Academics at Regional meet, UT Arlington
  • MPHS Tiger Doll Spring Show, MPHS Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
May
4
Sat
Mt Vernon Community Health Fair
May 4 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for our First Mt Vernon Community Health Fair at the First United Methodist Church, 522 TX-37 in Mt Vernon. Don’t miss a great day of health information, free screenings, and vaccines.

FREE SERVICES THAT WE PROVIDE:
-Free Lab Work
-Lipid Panel (must fast)
-PSA Test
Free Health Checks
-Blood Pressure
-Blood Sugar
-Cardiovascular Risk Assessments
Other Activities
-Free Car Seat Checks
-CPR Demonstrations
-Informational Booths
– & More!
For more information, please get in touch with Kiara Marquez at Kiara.Marquez@TitusRegional.com

Northeast Texas Choral Society Spring Concert @ Sulphur Springs HS Auditorium
May 4 @ 7:00 pm – May 5 @ 2:00 pm

The North East Texas Choral Society members are excited to present its 26th spring concert, “I Saw the Light.” They present the concert on Saturday, May 4, at 7:00 pm and Sunday, May 5, at 2:00 pm in the SSHS Auditorium. 

Tickets are on sale on our website at http://www.singerscount.org/shop, from any singer, and at local banks. This is a concert of American traditional music from sacred, spiritual, and gospel sources that you don’t want to miss. Bring your friends, family, Sunday School class, or study group and share the experience.

May
9
Thu
Twenty Guns Of May
May 9 – May 30 all-day
May
11
Sat
Argo VFD Fundraiser
May 11 @ 12:21 pm – 1:21 pm

Argo VFD’s Fifth Annual Fundraiser is on Saturday, May 11, at the fire station starting at 5:00 pm. They are serving fried catfish and all the fixings with to-go plates available. A live auction for cakes, pies, and other donated items starts at 6:30 pm, and there is a bounce house for the kids. The cost is any donation, and everyone is welcome.

May
18
Sat
Hopkins County Freedom Ball, May 18 @ Hopkins County Civic Center
May 18 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Hopkins County Freedom Ball is a beloved annual event in our community, dedicated to the local men and women who have served and are currently serving in our United States military. Proceeds earned at this event benefit our veterans exclusively and are used to honor and provide services to them in return for their sacrifices made for us. You can check out the highlights from last year below, as well as the great news. Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 event! Don’t miss out this year. Please purchase tickets before they sell out and participate in this incredible evening.

For tickets, contact Danny Davis:
118 Church Street, Sulphur Springs
903-438-4003