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Paris Area News

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Justiss Elementary School Talent Showcase

  The Talent Showcase at Justiss Elementary was a vibrant display of the diverse talents possessed by the students this year. From soulful singing performances to captivating dance routines and impressive displays of musical prowess, the event truly celebrated creativity and skill. Let’s take a closer look at the lineup …

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Paris Police Report For Wednesday, March 20

Bradlyn Kyle Thompson Tuesday, officers arrested Bradlyn Kyle Thompson, 33, after stopping him for an outstanding warrant out of Delta County. Officers were watching for him after a tip that he was in the Paris area. They stopped and arrested him on the warrant, and an inventory of Thompson’s vehicle …

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Flood Warning For Hopkins County

  There is a Flood Warning for Hopkins County starting at 2:17 pm Wednesday. Expect scattered showers and possibly a couple of isolated thunderstorms late tonight across the western sections of Eastern Texas. Do not expect any hazardous weather. Strong to marginally severe storms, especially along and south of I-20, …

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Brother Sexually Abused Three Sisters

Bryan Saenz A court sentenced Bryan Saenz, 39, of Waco, to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually abusing three sisters over several years. Judge Thomas West sentenced Saenz to 40 years on the aggravated sexual assault of a child count and 20 years each on the indecency …

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Two Dead In Bowie County Head-On Collision

  Two people were killed Tuesday night shortly before 10pm in a head-on collision in Bowie County. The preliminary DPS report indicates that 48-year-old  Natasha E. Brewer of Texarkana was southbound on US  59 about 4 miles south of Texarkana when she crossed over the centerline and  struck an SUV …

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Collin County Man Sentenced For Bankruptcy Fraud

SHERMAN, Texas—U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs announced that a McKinney man has been sentenced for bankruptcy-related fraud in the Eastern District of Texas. Jacobie Travinski Johnson, 53, was convicted of concealing assets in a pending bankruptcy proceeding and was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge …

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CDC Issues Measles Warning

The Centers for Disease Control is out with a health alert, warning about a rapid rise in measles. Experts say you need to take this seriously. Terri Burke with the Texas-based Immunization project says the vaccines are safe and effective, despite what some celebrities claim. There are at least 60 …

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Tours Of The Universe To Launch In Downtown Paris

  A fun and educational experience of astronomical proportions is coming to Downtown Paris. SkyDome, a mobile planetarium, will offer virtual tours through the solar system daily on Friday and Saturday, March 29 and 30. The 36-foot wide, 15-foot tall inflatable planetarium will be in the former Paris High School …

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Band Instructor Guilty Of Federal Child Exploitation

U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs announced that a Texarkana man has pleaded guilty to a child exploitation violation in the Eastern District of Texas. Brandon Neil Sams, 48, pleaded guilty on March 19, 2024, to coercion and enticement of a minor before U.S. Magistrate Judge James Boone Baxter. According to …

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Pontotoc County Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sexual Abuse

A Pontotoc County teacher and coach has pleaded guilty to child abuse. Erin Fixico Mitchell, 33, of Ada, abused a student at Ada High School between September and November of 2015 and a student at Byng High School between June and September of 2021. The court sentenced her to five …

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PJC Hosting Public In-Person And Online Forums

Three finalists for Paris Junior College president will appear at public forums in person and online from Wednesday through Friday, March 20-22. The three presidential finalists are Dr. Stephen Michael Benson, Dr. Joel Michaelis, and Dr. Kevin Rose. Public forums for faculty, staff, students, and the public will be held …

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Farmers And Artisans Market Meeting Thursday, March 28

The Paris Farmers and Artisan Market invite the public to an informational meeting about the Paris Farmers and Artisan Market at 6:00 pm on Thursday, March 28, in the City Council Chambers at 107 East Kaufman Street. Current and new vendors and food truck operators who would like to learn …

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Paris Police Report For Tuesday, March 19

On Monday, officers worked on a vehicle burglary in the 3000 block of Aiken Drive. Someone accessed the victim’s vehicle without forcible entry, so police assumed the owner left it unlocked. The unknown suspects stole a handgun from the console and some change from the ashtray. Officers worked on another …

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Erika Holt Represents Paris FFA At Houston

Paris High School senior Erika Holt recently made her mark at the Houston Commercial Steer Contest, representing the Paris FFA. From March 3 to the 5th, 2024, Erika exhibited her pen of three steers at this renowned competition. Her hard work paid off, as her steers received exceptional grades, with …

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T. G. Givens Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week

  Students at T. G. Givens recently commemorated Texas Public Schools Week by showcasing their talent and enthusiasm for western dances. The event, held during a special lunch, allowed the students to share their passion for traditional Texan culture with their families and friends. Through lively performances, the students entertained …

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Supreme Court Rules to Stay Immigration Enforcement Bill

The Texas Immigration Enforcement Bill remains on hold indefinitely. The U.S. Supreme Court extended its stay on the start of the law known as SB-4. Carrollton immigration attorney Nathan Christensen says his clients, once again, are heaving a sigh of relief. The President of the Dallas Police Association is glad …

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Biden Returning To Texas For Fund Raising

  President Joe Biden is returning to the Lone Star State three weeks after touring the Texas border. Experts say this week’s campaign swing is looking for dollars, not votes. Rice University political analyst Mark Jones says there is plenty of cash for the Commander-In-Chief to raise in Texas. Although …

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New President For SFA University

Dr. Neal Weaver University of Texas system  The University of Texas Board of Regents has appointed a new President for Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches. Dr. Neal Weaver has been the president of Georgia Southwestern University since 2017. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma and Southeastern Oklahoma State …

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