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.

The Aikin Elementary Parent Association (APA) demonstrated a remarkable commitment to environmental stewardship and community involvement through their Earth Day celebrations. Collaborating closely with the Aikin campus, they orchestrated a series of activities designed to teach students the importance of caring for our planet. Notably, the kindergarten classes took a …

Paris High School recently announced the top performing students for the class of 2024, Valedictorian Luke De la Garza and Salutatorian Preston Thompson. Paris High School graduation will be held at Wildcat Stadium on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.  

  Higgins Elementary School recently hosted Science Day on Friday, April 19, and welcomed parents into the classrooms for an enriching experience alongside their children. The event, held in anticipation of Earth Day on April 22, centered around hands-on activities to foster a deeper connection with nature. Students at Higgins Elementary …