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Our nation has faced unprecedented challenges due to the Coronavirus pandemic, and the agriculture industry is no exception. USDA Farm Service Agency, reminding farmers and ranchers that FSA is now accepting applications for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. This program provides vital financial assistance to producers to offset impacts off COVID-19.
Specific crops and livestock, along with wool and dairy, are eligible for CFAP. Our website, farmers.gov/cfap, is your one-stop-shop for available commodities, payment rates, eligibility criteria, and application forms. You’ll also find a payment calculator that assists you with completing your application.
We accept applications for CFAP through Aug. 28, and if you have CFAP questions, customers can call the CFAP call center at 887-508-8364, or by contacting your local FSA county office. In Lamar County, it is at 201 N. Collegiate Dr., Ste. 500, Paris.
Early voting in Titus County is underway until Monday through Friday until Friday (Jul 10) from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Election Office at 110 S. Madison is closed Friday (Jul 3) for the holiday weekend. Election Day is Tuesday (Jul 14).
Republicans in Precinct 1 have a runoff election for Commissioner between Jeff Parchman vs. Denise Reichert.
Democrats in Pct 1, 2, 3, and 4 have two runoff elections, one for Senator and the other for Railroad Commissioner.
Early voting in Titus County is underway until Monday through Friday until Friday (Jul 10) from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Election Office at 110 S. Madison is closed Friday (Jul 3) for the holiday weekend. Election Day is Tuesday (Jul 14).
Republicans in Precinct 1 have a runoff election for Commissioner between Jeff Parchman vs. Denise Reichert.
Democrats in Pct 1, 2, 3, and 4 have two runoff elections, one for Senator and the other for Railroad Commissioner.
Early voting in Titus County is underway until Monday through Friday until Friday (Jul 10) from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Election Office at 110 S. Madison is closed Friday (Jul 3) for the holiday weekend. Election Day is Tuesday (Jul 14).
Republicans in Precinct 1 have a runoff election for Commissioner between Jeff Parchman vs. Denise Reichert.
Democrats in Pct 1, 2, 3, and 4 have two runoff elections, one for Senator and the other for Railroad Commissioner.
Early voting in Titus County is underway until Monday through Friday until Friday (Jul 10) from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Election Office at 110 S. Madison is closed Friday (Jul 3) for the holiday weekend. Election Day is Tuesday (Jul 14).
Republicans in Precinct 1 have a runoff election for Commissioner between Jeff Parchman vs. Denise Reichert.
Democrats in Pct 1, 2, 3, and 4 have two runoff elections, one for Senator and the other for Railroad Commissioner.
The Cookville Volunteer Fire Department rescheduled their 30th Annual Fundraiser to start at noon Saturday, July 11. With the safety of Cookville neighbors in mind, there is the observation of social distancing and other health safety practices. Elderly and infirm neighbors who are at risk of attending are encouraged to phone the fire station at (903) 572-1391, and members will attempt to deliver all meals requested.
The fire department members will serve free wood-smoked beef brisket and pork butt, beans, potato salad, bread, and desserts.
There will be a live and silent auction all day, a bounce house, and other entertainment for the kids. The Carter Blood Care bus will be on-site for interested donors.
Everyone is welcome at no cost. However, we appreciate your donations.
814 CR 4045, Cookville
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency seeks farmers and ranchers to serve on the local F-S-A county committee. This is F-S-A administrator Richard Fordyce letting you know that now is the time to submit your nomination for the 2020 county committee election.
From June 15 through August 1, you can nominate yourself or a candidate of your choice for your local F-S-A county committee. Almost anyone of legal voting age participating or cooperating in F-S-A’s programs can be nominated.
There’s an increasing need for representation from underserved producers, so I especially encourage beginning, women and other minority farmers and ranchers to get involved.
Download a nomination form today at F-S-A dot u-s-d-a dot g-o-v forward-slash elections (fsa.usda.gov/elections) or request one from your local office. Remember, forms must be postmarked or delivered back to the county office by the August 1 deadline. Voting takes place this fall.
Make a difference in your county and lead your F-S-A.
Virtual Public Meeting for Loop 286 Improvements Set on July 16
PARIS – The Texas Department of Transportation will host an online virtual public meeting at 5:00 pm July 16, gathering public input on proposed improvements for Loop 286 around Paris in Lamar County.
A pre-recorded audio and video presentation will cover several improvements proposed for Loop 286 designed to reduce crashes by nearly 50 percent and address other roadway concerns. After the online exhibition, residents can provide comments and input to help TxDOT improve this vital roadway.
The pre-recorded presentation will explain the proposed improvements and includes maps of the project location and design. An interactive online survey will be available for the public to provide comments and feedback. The presentation will remain available online through the comment period deadline of July 31, TxDOT officials said.
To view the pre-recorded presentation, go to www.Loop286.com.
Comments can also be written and mailed to Duane Good P.E., TxDOT Paris District Office, 1365 N. Main Street, Paris, TX 75460. You may also send comments via email to Duane.Good@txdot.gov.
Individual communication or accommodation needs for the virtual meeting, such as the need for an interpreter, can be arranged by contacting the district office at (903) 737-9300 by July 13, 2020.
TxDOT’s Paris District includes Delta, Fannin, Franklin, Grayson, Hunt, Hopkins, Lamar, Rains, and Red River counties.
For more information, contact Tim.McAlavy@txdot.gov or (903) 737-9213.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency seeks farmers and ranchers to serve on the local F-S-A county committee. This is F-S-A administrator Richard Fordyce letting you know that now is the time to submit your nomination for the 2020 county committee election.
From June 15 through August 1, you can nominate yourself or a candidate of your choice for your local F-S-A county committee. Almost anyone of legal voting age participating or cooperating in F-S-A’s programs can be nominated.
There’s an increasing need for representation from underserved producers, so I especially encourage beginning, women and other minority farmers and ranchers to get involved.
Download a nomination form today at F-S-A dot u-s-d-a dot g-o-v forward-slash elections (fsa.usda.gov/elections) or request one from your local office. Remember, forms must be postmarked or delivered back to the county office by the August 1 deadline. Voting takes place this fall.
Make a difference in your county and lead your F-S-A.