TxDOT Paris District Weekly Road Report || April 7, 2025

April 7, 2025 |

  Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting April 7, 2025. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure, or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades, and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems. Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties) Contacts: Paris Area Office (903) 784-1357; Delta Co. Maintenance (903) 395-2139; Lamar Co. Maintenance…

Upcoming Vacancies on City Boards and Commissions

March 31, 2025 |

  AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD   No. of Members: 3 Length of Term: 3 yrs. Appointed By: City Council Regular Meeting Day: 3rd Thursday of February, May, August, and November, and as-need as called by the Airport Manager or the City Manager or designee Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m. Meeting Location: Council Chamber or Cox Field Airport Duties/Purpose: Resolution No. 2022-016 – Serve strictly in an as-needed advisory role to the Airport Manager and the City Manager or designee. Preference shall be given to applicants who reside within the City limits and who have aeronautical experience, but no more than two (2)…

SCAM ALERT || Fake Treasury Check Scams

March 21, 2025 |

  This scam involves the fraudulent use of checks that appear to be issued by the U.S. Treasury. Scammers send counterfeit checks to individuals, claiming that the recipients are entitled to receive a government grant, tax refund, or other payments from the Treasury. The check might look legitimate, complete with watermarks and official seals. Victims are often instructed to deposit the check and then wire a portion of the funds back to cover taxes, processing fees, or other fabricated expenses. Once the bank discovers the fake check, the victim is held responsible for the entire amount. Financial Institutions should be…