Car crashes into Peoples Bank on corner of Lamar & Collegiate
Car crashes into Peoples Bank on corner of Lamar & Collegiate

Car crashes into Peoples Bank on corner of Lamar & Collegiate

Around 10:30 this morning, an automobile crashed into the Peoples Bank branch at 2805 Lamar Ave...click to read more.

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‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally to be held Saturday, July 20; route changing for 2013
‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally to be held Saturday, July 20; route changing for 2013

‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally to be held Saturday, July 20; route changing for 2013

The Chamber of Commerce is proud to invite everyone to the 29th Annual Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally on Saturday, July 20th...click to read more.

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PISD balances budget with first raises in two years
PISD balances budget with first raises in two years

PISD balances budget with first raises in two years

Employees of Paris Independent School District will soon get their first raise in two years. The PISD board approved a balanced, $33.65 million 2013-2014 budget that includes a new salary schedule...click to read more.

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Body found beneath bridge ruled homicide by multiple gunshot wounds; victim’s vehicle still missing
Body found beneath bridge ruled homicide by multiple gunshot wounds; victim’s vehicle still missing

Body found beneath bridge ruled homicide by multiple gunshot wounds; victim’s vehicle still missing

“The preliminary report showed that Kellum died of multiple gunshot wounds and the manner of death has been ruled a homicide,” stated Lamar County Sheriff Scott Cass...click to read more.

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New fabrication company finding success in oil fields
New fabrication company finding success in oil fields

New fabrication company finding success in oil fields

The minds behind Urway Fabrication are no strangers to business, although their foray into the oilfield equipment industry is proving to be a beneficial shift from the usual...click to read more.

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Paris shoots to No. 6 spot among Texas’ small, mid-size cities in economic growth

Paris shoots to No. 6 spot among Texas’ small, mid-size cities in economic growth

The well-chronicled economic growth of Paris over the past couple of years has pushed the city into the Top 10 in Texas. Of the 44 cities in Texas between 10,000 and 50,000 population, Paris ranks…

Obituaries

Obituaries Wednesday, June 19

Obituaries Wednesday, June 19

Ora Lou Hollingsworth, 102, of Paris, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at The Home Place in Paris, TX. Services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22nd, at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Jim…

Real Estate

Johnson Woods home for sale

Johnson Woods home for sale

  This is a classic Johson Woods treasure on a large corner lot with mature trees. There are two living areas plus a galley style kitchen with a breakfast overlooking the den and fireplace. The master and…

Business

Help elderly loved ones avoid financial abuse

Help elderly loved ones avoid financial abuse

It’s unfortunate, but true: The elderly population may be the most vulnerable group in our society. In fact, in an effort to call attention to the problems of physical, emotional and financial abuse of the…

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Ranch-inspired rodeo games to benefit Crime Stoppers on June 22nd

Ranch-inspired rodeo games to benefit Crime Stoppers on June 22nd

The 24th Annual Crime Stoppers Ranch Rodeo — one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for Lamar County Crime Stoppers — is set for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at the Paris Rodeo…

Downtown Paris

Main Street announces movie change for ‘Movies in the Park’ on July 5th; special Friday showing for holiday

Main Street announces movie change for ‘Movies in the Park’ on July 5th; special Friday showing for holiday

Paris Main Street has announced that they will change their choice of movie for the July 5th showing.  Due to some licensing issues, instead of Captain America for the holiday showing on Friday, they will…

Scene of the Crime

Only three arrested on Tuesday; Paris PD adult arrests – June 18

Only three arrested on Tuesday; Paris PD adult arrests – June 18

Rhoda Karen McDowell, 46, Driving w/ License Invalid Ebony A. Patton, 36, Failure to Display DL, Failure to Appear (Non-Traffic) Carlos Derik Williams, 43, Cruelty to Livestock

Local News

‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally to be held Saturday, July 20; route changing for 2013

‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally to be held Saturday, July 20; route changing for 2013

The Chamber of Commerce is proud to invite everyone to the 29th Annual ‘Tour de Paris’ bicycle rally on Saturday, July 20th. This event has drawn thousands of people from all over the world to Paris,…

Scene of the Crime

Lamar County Sheriff’s Dept. arrests & bookings during the period June 18 -19

Lamar County Sheriff’s Dept. arrests & bookings during the period June 18 -19

Christina Ruth Thompson, 34, Speeding (Exceeding Prima Facie Limit), Violate Promise to Appear (Uniform Act) David Edward Ball, 53, Theft of Property >=$500 <$1500 by Check, Proof of Financial Responsibility Benton Riley Parson, 23, Theft…

9-1-1

Car crashes into Peoples Bank on corner of Lamar & Collegiate

Car crashes into Peoples Bank on corner of Lamar & Collegiate

Around 10:30 this morning, an automobile crashed into the Peoples Bank branch at 2805 Lamar Avenue. It has been reported that the driver of a vehicle was overcome by a seizure, running into a nearby automobile,…

The Mommy Desk

Where to swim in Paris this summer

Where to swim in Paris this summer

From the Mommy Desk…. There is just no doubt that summertime means swimming time, especially here in Texas.  There are several private and public swimming pools in Paris where your kids can swim (and take…

Culture

In on the act: PCT shows ‘The Pink Panther Strikes Again’

In on the act: PCT shows ‘The Pink Panther Strikes Again’

The Paris Community Theatre is currently showing “The Pink Panther Strikes Again”, a play following the hijinks of Chief Inspector Jacques Clouseau. The play itself is based on the 1976 film, which is the fifth…

Paris ISD

PISD balances budget with first raises in two years

PISD balances budget with first raises in two years

Employees of Paris Independent School District will soon get their first raise in two years. The PISD board approved a $33.65 million 2013-2014 budget Monday that includes a new salary schedule. “Please notice the expenditure…

Scene of the Crime

Lamar County Sheriff’s Dept. arrests & bookings during the period June 17 – 18

Lamar County Sheriff’s Dept. arrests & bookings during the period June 17 – 18

Jamorion Leuntrey Wilson, 20, Burglary of Building, Count 1 Dawn Elizabeth Wagner, 46, Possession of Marijuana <=2oz David Wayne Brockway, 49, Violation of Parole Natasha Lynn Avera, 31, Parent Contributing to Nonattendance Carlos Derik Williams,…

Business

Bois D’Arc Restaurant’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to be held Thursday

Bois D’Arc Restaurant’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to be held Thursday

RIBBON CUTTING  Bois D’ Arc Restaurant Matt Coyle, Owner Michael Perry, Chef Date:    Thursday, June 20, 2013 Time:   4:00 PM Address:   208 South Main Street To those attending the ceremony, Owner Matt Coyle will offer…

Scene of the Crime

Paris PD adult arrests made on Monday, June 17

Paris PD adult arrests made on Monday, June 17

Brenda Kaye Allen, 33, Disorderly Conduct Natasha Lynn Avera, 31, Parent Contributing to Nonattendance David Wayne Brockway, 49, Parole Violation Warrant Charles Eugene Dalby, 60, Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility Tanisha Ynett King, 26, Unsafe…

Behind the Scenes

Hashmi fights to spend $45 million bond issue on water and sewer before street repair

Hashmi fights to spend $45 million bond issue on water and sewer before street repair

Mayor AJ Hashmi says he disagrees with a 48-job priority list from KSA Engineers on Paris’ infrastructure problems that would spend two-thirds of a $45 million bond issue on roads. The emphasis in a bond…

Scene of the Crime

Body found beneath bridge ruled homicide by multiple gunshot wounds; victim’s vehicle still missing

Body found beneath bridge ruled homicide by multiple gunshot wounds; victim’s vehicle still missing

The Medical Examiner’s Office at American Forensics in Mesquite, Texas has issued its preliminary report on the death of Tramaine Jarrod Kellum, whose body was found last week beneath a bridge in southwestern Lamar County. “The preliminary…

Business

New fabrication company finding success in oil fields

New fabrication company finding success in oil fields

The minds behind Urway Fabrication are no strangers to business, although their foray into the oilfield equipment industry is proving to be a beneficial shift from the usual. “We have some family and friends who…

Live Healthy

Men’s Night Out with PRMC

Men’s Night Out with PRMC

Men, when was the last time you went to dinner with just the guys?  On June 25 at 5 p.m., Paris Regional Medical Center will host a Men’s Night Out with dinner and an informative presentation on…

Real Estate

20.42-acre lot for sale

20.42-acre lot for sale

Private wooded area located on the edge of Paris, ready for residential construction. This lot has a pond near the road and has mature foliage for privacy. It is priced at $4,407 per acre.  

Real Estate

2480-square-foot residence in Powderly

2480-square-foot residence in Powderly

  This lodge-style home sits on a hill in the middle of 10 acres less than 10 miles North of Paris. The living room boasts a vaulted ceiling and is anchored by the oversized stone fireplace. The…

Paris Flash

Register here: First United Methodist Vacation Bible School

Register here: First United Methodist Vacation Bible School

Come ride the wave with us! First United Methodist Church would like for you to be a “SonSurfer” at our Vacation Bible School. There will be a Family Beach Bash, which will include food and games, Sunday,…

Behind the Scenes

Paris City Council swayed by Anderson’s familiarity with budget, bond issues

Paris City Council swayed by Anderson’s familiarity with budget, bond issues

Gene Anderson’s familiarity with budgets and his 28 years of employment with the city made him a natural for the Paris City Council to turn to as interim city manager. The council voted 6-0 Monday…

PJC Sports

Anglin: PJC has an ‘outstanding pool of applicants’ for Lady Dragons basketball coach

Anglin: PJC has an ‘outstanding pool of applicants’ for Lady Dragons basketball coach

More than two dozen coaches have applied for the vacant Paris Junior College women’s basketball coaching job, PJC president Pam Anglin says. “We have an outstanding pool of applicants and will begin interviews shortly and…