Local Area Headlines
How High The Gas? Less Paul & Mary Ford
November 16, 2021
You don’t have much room to complain about the price of gasoline unless you live in California. According to the American Automobile Association, the Golden State’s average gas prices hit $4.68 per gallon Monday, which set a new record for California for the second day in a row. The price …
Read More »Fugitive Captured In Morris County
November 16, 2021
Roger Dale Fincher Officials arrested fugitive Roger Dale Fincher, 51, in Morris County Monday (Nov 15) without incident. Titus County wanted Fincher on a warrant for felony theft of property of a value equal to or more than $2,500 and less than $30,000.
Read More »Lone Star Police Work Assault
November 16, 2021
Daingerfield Police assisted the Lone Star Police Department, which worked on a case where someone abducted a female subject. They located the suspect on Alamo St., and he is facing charges of Kidnapping and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
Read More »Deputies Drive Up On Dogfighting
November 16, 2021
Jesus Stephens Harrison County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jesus Stephens, 31, of Waskom, connected to dogfighting and animal cruelty last Sunday (Nov 14). Deputies and the warden noticed a crowd of nearly 100 people when they arrived and thought it was a pasture party with adults. Then they found several malnourished …
Read More »Detroit Food Pantry Tuesday
November 16, 2021
The Detroit Community Food Pantry will distribute food items to qualified families and individuals on Tuesday, Nov 16, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the New Hope Baptist Church, located on FM 410 South in Detroit. Any low-income families living in Detroit and the surrounding area are welcome to …
Read More »MPISD – News
November 15, 2021
Emily Crabb and Mount Pleasant Pilot Club member, Becky Meriwether Wallace Middle School sixth-grader, Emily Crabb, won the Pilot Club Veteran’s Day essay contest. Crabb read her essay, “I’m proud to be an American,” during the Wallace Veteran’s Day program on Nov 11. She is the daughter of Jeffery and …
Read More »North Lamar ISD Receives Check from First Federal
November 15, 2021
First Federal Community Bank presented North Lamar Independent School District with a check from the North Lamar Panther Debit Card Program. Pictured accepting from Lisa Butler, Assistant Vice President (left), is Kelli Stewart, Superintendent of NLISD. The school-branded Spirit Card Program supports local school districts. When bank customers use their …
Read More »Paris’ Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting
November 15, 2021
City of Paris Recreation Dept. and the Main Street Project Volunteers host the annual Downtown Christmas Tree lighting on Saturday, Nov 20, starting at 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Plaza. Festivities begin at 4:00 pm and include visits and photos with Santa and the live reindeer. Hot chocolate …
Read More »Protect Your Health By Getting Vaccinated For Flu Season
November 15, 2021
By Shane L. Crisp, Paris Regional Medical Center Chief Nursing Officer Shorter days and cooler temperatures are tell-tale signs that autumn has arrived. Unfortunately, another sign of the season is the beginning of increased flu activity. Flu season can last from autumn to as late as May, peaking between December …
Read More »Paris Police Report For Monday (Nov 15)
November 15, 2021
Ony Bladimir Betancourth Paris Police responded to an assault in the 100-block of NE 11th Sunday morning at 12:20. The 22-year-old victim reported that she and her husband had an argument, and he had choked her. Ony Bladimir Betancourth, 28, of Paris, was arrested and charged with assault of a …
Read More »Local Sports Headlines
Locals Hope to Play Plus Hamels and Odor Power Rangers to Third Straight Win
April 21, 2016
Paris – Area teams will be looking to get back on the field in high school baseball and softball this weekend. Tomorrow night the Prairiland Patriots are scheduled to play one of two weekend games when they host Redwater, followed by a Saturday contest against Hooks. Both games are …
Read More »LeTourneau University
April 20, 2016
WOMEN’S GOLF The LeTourneau University women’s golf team finished fifth at the 2016 ASC Women’s Golf Championships at the Oakmont Country Club in Corinth, Texas. The YellowJackets played the final nine holes for an 18 hole total of 349 and a two-day, 36-hole total of 697. The fifth-place …
Read More »High School Results and Rangers Beat ‘Stros
April 20, 2016
Paris – Most area baseball and softball games were postponed due to field conditions, but the Paris Wildcats would get their game in at Hub Hollis Field, coming away with a 7-5 win over the Pittsburg Pirates. With the victory Paris baseball improves to 4-3 in district 15-4A to …
Read More »LeTourneau University
April 19, 2016
The LeTourneau University women’s golf team is in fifth place after Monday’s opening round of the 2016 ASC Women’s Golf Championships at the Oakmont Country Club in Corinth. The YellowJackets posted an opening round 348 which is the third-lowest opening round on the season for LETU. Tied for …
Read More »Hooks and Corsicana Meet With UIL
April 19, 2016
UIL State Executive Committee to Meet AUSTIN, TX— The State Executive Committee of the University Interscholastic League will convene at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday (Apr 20) at the Austin Marriott North in Round Rock to determine the eligibility of student athletes and discuss alleged rule violations. A schedule …
Read More »Community Calendar
Thursday, April 25, 2024
- Brice Chillz on Wheelz day
- Corprew 2nd grade field trip
- Fowler Kindergarten music program, 5:30 p.m.
- Wallace STAAR testing—5th & 6th grade Math
- MPJH STAAR testing—7th grade Math & 8th grade Algebra I
- MPHS STAAR EOC testing—Algebra I
- MPHS art at VASE State
- MPHS NHS meeting, MPHS Auditorium, 7:45 a.m.
MPHS make-up hours, MPHS cafeteria, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
The 8th Annual Walk Of Hope, which supports National Crime Victims’ Week, is slated for downtown Paris on Apr. 25 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. The event will raise awareness for victims of crime and child abuse. There will also be free hot dogs and drinks, and Mix Society will provide music.
Friday, April 26, 2024
- CDC Parent Committee meeting, 8:05 a.m.
- Brice GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
- Corprew GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
- Fowler GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
- Sims GT Kindergarten & 1st grade field trip
- Sims Chillz on Wheelz day
- Wallace track meet, Sam Parker Stadium
- MPJH STAAR testing—8th grade Math
- MPHS art at VASE State
- MPHS Tiger Doll Spring Show, MPHS Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
- Baseball
MPHS JV & Varsity vs. Longview (home), 4:30 p.m. **SENIOR NIGHT**
Saturday, April 27, 2024
- Wallace Chess tournament
- MPHS UIL Academics at Regional meet, UT Arlington
- MPHS Tiger Doll Spring Show, MPHS Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Join us for our First Mt Vernon Community Health Fair at the First United Methodist Church, 522 TX-37 in Mt Vernon. Don’t miss a great day of health information, free screenings, and vaccines.
FREE SERVICES THAT WE PROVIDE:
-Free Lab Work
-Lipid Panel (must fast)
-PSA Test
Free Health Checks
-Blood Pressure
-Blood Sugar
-Cardiovascular Risk Assessments
Other Activities
-Free Car Seat Checks
-CPR Demonstrations
-Informational Booths
– & More!
For more information, please get in touch with Kiara Marquez at Kiara.Marquez@TitusRegional.com
The North East Texas Choral Society members are excited to present its 26th spring concert, “I Saw the Light.” They present the concert on Saturday, May 4, at 7:00 pm and Sunday, May 5, at 2:00 pm in the SSHS Auditorium.
Tickets are on sale on our website at http://www.singerscount.org/shop, from any singer, and at local banks. This is a concert of American traditional music from sacred, spiritual, and gospel sources that you don’t want to miss. Bring your friends, family, Sunday School class, or study group and share the experience.
Argo VFD’s Fifth Annual Fundraiser is on Saturday, May 11, at the fire station starting at 5:00 pm. They are serving fried catfish and all the fixings with to-go plates available. A live auction for cakes, pies, and other donated items starts at 6:30 pm, and there is a bounce house for the kids. The cost is any donation, and everyone is welcome.
The Hopkins County Freedom Ball is a beloved annual event in our community, dedicated to the local men and women who have served and are currently serving in our United States military. Proceeds earned at this event benefit our veterans exclusively and are used to honor and provide services to them in return for their sacrifices made for us. You can check out the highlights from last year below, as well as the great news. Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 event! Don’t miss out this year. Please purchase tickets before they sell out and participate in this incredible evening.
For tickets, contact Danny Davis:
118 Church Street, Sulphur Springs
903-438-4003
The Mount Pleasant Tigers Boys Basketball Camp will be held again this summer on May 28-29, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at Willie Williams Gym. It is open to completed 1st-6th grade students. The cost will be $40, including a shirt and ball. To register, use the QR code on the flyer or go to https://form.jotform.com/241023589224150. For questions, contact Coach Turnipseed at the email address below.