Paris Area News

Marco Demon Perkins Paris Police responded to a civil standby in the 1700-block of Jackson St. at 9:22 Wednesday night. Marco Demon Perkins, 38, had an outstanding felony probation warrant out of the U.S. Marshall’s office. Officers arrested Perkins and placed him in the Lamar County Jail. Paris Police responded …

Winter Storm Has Passed, But Icy Hazards Still Remain ATLANTA – TxDOT reminds drivers that although the winter storm has passed, icy road hazards remain and will probably be around a few more days. TxDOT advises citizens to stay home if at all possible as crews continue to clear roads …

Your BBB serving North Central Texas is warning consumers to beware of the utility imposter scam beginning to target our area. This scam is not new to BBB and is most common in the winter and summer months when people are most likely to need their heat or air conditioning. …

Biologists Examine Winter Weather Impact on Texas Wildlife AUSTIN – As much of Texas has experienced historic winter weather, native wildlife populations throughout the state have also felt the impact. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds the public that many native wildlife species will survive short durations of historic …

    Spring Break is almost here, and with coronavirus vaccinations ramping up, many are eager to take time this spring break to take a short getaway. Better Business Bureau (BBB) reminds potential travelers that there are multiple risks associated with traveling both related and unrelated to the pandemic and …

Because of the winter storm and widespread power outages, the Feb. 22 due date for state taxes and fees to be reported and paid will be extended by one week, to March 1, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today. The due date extension applies to all state taxpayers. It is …

  Paris Junior College announced today that it has earned the 2021-2022 Military Friendly(r) School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly(r) School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. Over 1,200 schools participated in the 2021-2022 survey with 747 earning the designation. The …

  There’s a new recycling game in town and its glass! Keep Paris Beautiful/Make Lamar County Shine is excited to announce that their annual Tree Giveaway and Electronics Recycling event on Saturday, February 27, 2021 has grown to also include glass recycling. On February 27, from 8:00 am to noon …

Photo TxDOT The worst of the weather is behind us, but the worst of the road conditions is still to come as we enter a daily cycle of partial daytime melting and refreezing at night. It means black ice and bumpy ruts through Saturday. Drive safe or not at all …

Photo Texasfarmbureau.org This cold snap has devastated crops in South Texas. In the Rio Grande Valley, home to the state’s citrus crops, the arctic front came while most of the fruit was still on the trees. The Citrus Growers Association says they lost most of the grapefruit crop and all …

With millions suffering in Texas from the impact of an unprecedented winter storm, the last thing they need is for someone to take advantage of them. Texas law forbids a business or individual from selling or leasing fuel, food, medicine, lodging, building materials, construction tools, or other necessities at an …

The Paris-Lamar County Health District reports one new death from the Coronavirus pandemic. The latest victim was an 82-year-old man. There were 26 confirmed and probable cases of the virus, and the DSHS state dashboard shows 277 active COVID cases and a total of 140 deaths from the disease. There …

Paris City Manager Grayson Path Paris City Manager Grayson Path told us that water transmission and supply for the city is in good shape, despite a period when electricity was shut down briefly by a rotating blackout. Paris corrected that problem, and personnel returned water storage to the necessary levels. …

Due to the impact of severe winter weather on roadways and concern for the safety of both the public and our employees, the Texas Department of Public Safety will be closing ALL DPS Offices in the North Texas Region again today. The DPS will contact and reschedule customers with appointments.

Dr. Amanda Green of Paris Regional Medical center reports a decline in COVID cases at the hospital. That figure is now in the 20s – a significant drop from the peak of 56 several weeks ago. About half the ICU patients are COVID positive. The community continues to have a …

Oncor announced that they are implementing rotating power outages to conserve electricity. While the outages will typically last 15-45 minutes, those increments may vary. Go to Oncor.com to check the status of power in your area and sign up for alerts. So, suppose you’re experiencing an extended power outage or otherwise feel …

Comptroller’s Office Extends Due Date for Taxes and Fees (AUSTIN) — Because of the winter storm and widespread power outages, the Feb. 22 due date for state taxes and fees to be reported and paid will be extended by one week, to Mar. 1, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today. The …

TxDOT Urges Drivers to Stay Home, Delay Travel PARIS – Texas Department of Transportation officials urge drivers to stay home and delay travel during this unprecedented statewide winter storm. Additional snow, sleet, and ice remain in the forecast for much of the state through Feb. 17. These conditions make travel …