Authorities believe the man who led Hugo Police in a pursuit across the Red River before wrecking out near Arthur City is probably back in Oklahoma. John Jones is described only as a white male in his mid-30s. He’s wanted on felony charges out of Choctaw County and other …

  Oklahoma is pushing ahead on medical marijuana after voters approved one of the least restrictive laws in the country. But the health department has tacked on two additional requirements. The Oklahoma Board of Health said the state won’t allow the sale of smokable cannabis, and dispensaries must have a …

  The City of Paris and Lamar County are urging TxDOT to widen Hwy 82 and Hwy 271 to four lanes. The proposal would make the improvements in Lamar and Red River counties. Officials say the measure would improve safety and efficiency along the highways. Residents in favor of the …

  The Paris City Council has approved offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus to experienced, certified police officers, hired by the city. The bonus will be paid in installments, upon the officers hiring, completion of field training, and completion of the probationary period.

  A Nebraska 16-year-old who owns 1,841 prices of Muppets memorabilia set a Guinness World Record with his collection. The record-keeping organization said Rhett Safranek, 16, of Merna, holds the record for largest collection of “The Muppets” memorabilia, which he said began when he was only two-months-old and his parents …

  ‘Turn It Up!’ from the Paris Community Theater is coming up this weekend! July 13 at 7:30, July 14 at 7:30, and July 15 at 2:30. Singing and dancing to the music of the decades A fundraiser benefiting Paris Community Theatre Directed by Michelle Hobbs Sponsored by Angeli Hartliep and …

  Mike minor made just one mistake on Monday night and the Red Sox made the Rangers pay for. In the bottom of the first Steve Pierce took a 3-2 fastball from the Texas starter over the Green Monster in left field plating JD Martinez in the process to give …

  The Second Annual Dylan’s Drivers Mud Volleyball Tournament Saturday, July 28, starting at 9:00 am at The Red River Valley Rodeo Arena. Dylan’s Drivers will be hosting the “Down and Dirty” MUDD Volleyball Tournament Saturday, July 28. Payment will need to be enclosed with your registration form and received by …

  Paris Police made contact with 18-year-old Eric Basham in the 2300-block of Clarksville Street while investigating a report of a suspicious person. He matched the description of a burglary suspect from the 1800-block of Clarksville where officers were still on scene. Basham was positively identified by store video as …

  Paris Police are investigating an assault that allegedly occurred in the 900-block of Fitzhugh. A known suspect had allegedly hit the complainant with a golf club causing lacerations to the complainant’s back and head. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment. The investigation is ongoing.