The cooler weather didn’t stop these students from bundling up to ring bells for the Salvation Army. Taking a shift at Walmart, the Junior Crime Stoppers from Stone Middle School collected loose change and bills for the Salvation Army’s red kettle that will benefit those in need during the …

  The Texas High School Football playoff continue across the state with several East Texas Teams still alive. — Tonight out of Class 3A Division II the defending champion Gunter Tigers will take on New Diana at Royse City. In Class 4A Division I the top-ranked Carthage Bulldogs face off with …

  Texas and nationwide retail gasoline prices dropped this week. Triple A-Texas experts say gasoline demand has hit the lowest mark since last February. Regular gas around Paris ranged from $2.12 to $2.34.

  It’s that time of year again. A time to be renewed and refreshed. Come to the Cowboy Church in the Camp in Reno as they present the 12th Annual Christmas in the Camp December 7, 8 and 9. Horse-drawn wagon tours through the Red River Valley Bible Camp begin …

  Lamar and Red River County Crime Stoppers are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of 37-year-old Desmond Duane Coleman. He’s wanted on Red River County felony warrants for burglary of a habitation and unauthorized use of a vehicle. He’s described as a black male, 5 -11, and …

  The Paris City Council will meet in a special Executive Session behind closed doors tomorrow to discuss a $1.28 million incentive package for a company that could create at least 100 new jobs for the community. Several other topics, including the responsibilities of the city council, residential maintenance and …

  Paris – The 7-4A All-District Selections have been released. Decorian Phillips of the Liberty-Eylau Leopards is selected as the District’s Most Valuable Player. Paris Wildcat Senior Running Back Donovan Williams is named Offensive MVP after 1,600 yards rushing and 17 touchdowns. Junior Defensive End Vershaud Richardson is the defensive …

  The Boys and Girls Club of Red River Valley’s online auction continues. More than 300 items are available. You can register to bid and buy these items at bgcparis.com or the organization’s Facebook page. The live auction will be tomorrow at 1st Street Studio in downtown Paris. It will …

  Blossom will hold its annual Christmas parade on Saturday at 2:00 pm. The theme this year is “A Country Christmas.” The city will offer a $100 prize for the best float. Other prizes include $50 for the best ATV, $25 for the best bicycle and $25 for the horse …

  North Lamar ISD Assistant Superintendent Brandon Dennard has resigned to become the Superintendent of the Red Lick ISD in Bowie County. His last day with North Lamar will be the end of this semester. He will begin his new position on January 8.