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New obesity drug is a “game-changer” according to experts
According to a news release by Eli Lilly, those who took the highest dose of the experimental drug lost about 52 pounds, or 22.5 percent.
Novice VFD fish fry fundraiser draws near
According to Cathy Stokes, secretary and treasurer for the fire department, the event is set for Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 4 – 7 p.m. at the fire department 13834 FM 195 in Paris.
Weekly road report || May 2, 2022
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.
Storm chances continue || Content sponsored by Whitaker’s Towing
Late tonight, thunderstorms will move out of Oklahoma and into North Texas.
NLHS senior Luke Elrod qualifies for nationals || Sponsored by Quality Care ER
North Lamar High School senior Luke Elrod has added a national qualification in Aviation to a lengthy list of accomplishments during his high school career.
CHS UIL students qualify for state || Sponsored by Quality Care ER
CHS UIL is headed to state. Congratulations to the Mustangs who have qualified to compete in Austin at the State UIL academic meet.
United Way of Lamar County presents check to Salvation Army moving one step closer to re-opening of emergency shelter || Content sponsored by Quality Roofing
Today the United Way of Lamar County presented a $5800 check to The Salvation Army of Paris for the installation of the fire alarm system.
Local banks help food pantry with new parking lot || Content sponsored by Quality Roofing
Downtown Food Pantry has long been in dire need of paving its parking lot. Now three Paris banks have made donations which will help make it happen in May.
Paris High School rewards students for highest grade point averages || Sponsored by Quality Care ER
Paris High School recently held a dinner in honor of the 2022 graduating seniors with the highest grade point averages.
PJC holding job fair for students, local employers and job seekers May 4 || Sponsored by Quality Care ER
Graduating Paris Junior College students will have an opportunity to meet with local employers at a Job Fair to be held from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4 in the Student Center Ballroom.