Project Overview TxDOT’s Paris District is evaluating potential short and long-term roadway and operational improvements for Loop 286 in Paris. The proposed project encompasses the Loop around Paris, a length of 15.5 miles, shown in red on the project location map below. They also designed segments of Loop 286 as …

PARIS — Texas Department of Transportation officials advised travelers that State Highway 224 at the South Sulphur River in Hunt County will close temporarily in early August for a bridge replacement project. The contractor, Highway 19 Construction LLC, was granted 126 working days to complete this project valued at more …

As the hot and dry conditions continue, so will the increased concern for the weather fire threat. Ensure to avoid all outdoor activities that could produce fire starts, and heed any instruction from officials.

Cooper, TX— As the summer season draws to a close, there is still time to squeeze in a day or two at the lake swimming, picnicking, hiking, fishing, relaxing, or attending a fun and educational interpretative program. Why not schedule an adventure to Cooper Lake State Park? This summer has …

PARIS, Texas — The United Way of Lamar County (UWLC) announced funding to its partner agencies today. All agencies applying for funding must submit written grant applications, have site visits, and participate in a Citizen Review Panel interview. This panel is composed of both United Way Board members and community …

The heat continues this week. Protect yourself and others from the impact of the heat. Here are a few reminders on how to stay safe. Be sure to continue practicing heat safety! Know the signs and symptoms of heat illness, limit your time outdoors, remain hydrated, and take frequent sun …

A dominant upper ridge will bring another week of triple digit high temperatures next week. Remember to practice heat safety, by doing things such as limiting outdoor activity, taking frequent breaks in the shade or in and air conditioned building if you must be outside, protecting the young, the elderly, …

By DELANEY GRANBERRY The State Fair of Texas is proud to announce the free entertainment lineup for the 2022 Fair. More than one hundred activities are spread throughout the fairgrounds during all 24 days of the Fair, all free with your admission ticket.  Celebrating all things Texan is central to the …

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced in Hopkins County to 40 years in prison by District Judge Eddie Northcutt for first-degree Sexual Assault of a Child. The victim that Shannon Bryan Quinn forcibly raped was a family member. They launched an investigation after the victim’s sibling notified a school resource …

Robert Ray Snow, 49 years old of Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to stealing livestock in Wood County. Rangers with the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association say he issued bad checks to the Winnsboro Livestock & Dairy Auction for multiple cattle purchases over six months. He was sentenced to 5 …