Cypress Basin Hospice 2023 Header
Better View Tree Trimming Header Ad
Sandlin Header 2022
ETB Advertising Banner Header Terrie 2
ETB Advertising Banner Header Terrie 1
Hess Lawn Mower Header
Hess Gravely Sales Event Header

Eric Kauffman

Child Advocates Cheering New Texas Law

Child advocates are cheering for a new Texas law that forces adult content websites to verify the age of their users. The largest pornography company in the world has responded by blocking access to all Texans, no matter their age. Bob Sanborn with “Children At Risk” says the law is …

Read More »

Lamar County Sheriff’s Arrest Report

Lamar County Deputies arrested Octavio Alonso Zamora, 22, for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. They did not release any other information. His bond is $10,000. A judge denied bond for Michael Earl Johnson, 62, who Lamar County Deputies arrested for Motion to Adjudicate Guilt on a Charge of Forgery …

Read More »

Sulphur Springs Eclipse Informational Meeting Wednesday

The Hopkins County Chamber, City of Sulphur Springs, and emergency management are hosting three informational meetings on Wednesday, March 20, at The Grays Building in Pacific Park. These will be the final meetings that the Chamber will host before the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8. Everyone interested should …

Read More »

Paris Steak Wars Coming Eclipse Weekend

At the Love Civic Center, Paris Steak Wars returns for another sizzling showdown on Friday and Saturday, April 5-6. The event promises to be even bigger and better, with more than 10,000 people expected to attend. Attendees can look forward to steaks, appetizers, vendors, and live music. The Boys and …

Read More »

Choctaw Landing Adding Finishing Touches

A new resort casino in McCurtain County will have a soft grand–opening on Monday, April 1. The $238 million, 100-bed Choctaw Landing resort and casino in Hochatown, near Broken Bow Lake, will be the fourth casino and luxury resort for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. In addition to the hotel, …

Read More »

Clarksville Council Votes On Water Improvement Bond

At this week’s meeting, the Clarksville City Council voted to issue $3,463,000 in bonds to replace water meters, add water lines, and repaint the water tower. The rest of that project comes from a rural development grant or loan. The council hired Christopher A. Turner to conduct the annual audit …

Read More »

Red River Valley Veterans Memorial Plans Major Expansion

  The Red River Valley Veterans Memorial plans a significant expansion near the Love Civic Center and the Eiffel Tower in Paris. City manager Grayson Path says plans call for a 3,000-square-foot building with an office, restrooms, storage, a small museum, and a meeting room to be made available to …

Read More »

Gas Prices Rise Across the State

You’ve noticed! Gas prices have jumped over the last several days. The statewide average for a gallon of gas is now $3.00. It ranges from $2.39 at Vidor to $3.59 in Dallas. Daniel Armbruster of Triple-A says the higher prices will stay that way for a while. Drivers in Texas …

Read More »

Aikin Elementary School Talent Show Winners

  Aikin Elementary School’s “Aikin’s Got Talent” show was a resounding success, with numerous outstanding performances that captivated the audience from beginning to end. The talented students showcased various skills, from singing and dancing to magic tricks and live drawings. The energy and enthusiasm in the auditorium were palpable as …

Read More »

PHS Choir Competes In UIL Concert And Sight Reading Contest

  Paris High School Mixed Choir competed recently in the UIL Concert and Sight Reading contest at Mount Pleasant High School in Mount Pleasant, Texas. They earned Sweepstakes, a superior rating in concert performance and sight reading. Lindsay McCarter, the choir director at PHS, expressed her pride in the young …

Read More »