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Hopkins County Jail Bookings
Thirty-seven-year-old Manuel Anthony Zamora of Mt Vernon turned himself in at the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday on two outstanding 3rd degree felony warrants. He’s charged with Continuous Violence Against the Family and Violation of a Court order by Stalking. His bonds total $150,000. Twenty- Three-year-old Oscar Armando Garcia Villeda and 35-year-old Josue Maycon were …
Meta To Pay Texas $1.4 Billion
Meta, the parent company of Facebook has agreed to pay Texas a $1.4 billion settlement over privacy claims. In a statement Meta says it’s pleased to resolve this matter, and looks forward to exploring future opportunities in Texas. Meta has agreed to pay Texas over the next 5 years
Texas Prisons Face Lawsuit Over Lack of Air Conditioning
TSN Texas is facing a lawsuit over dangerously hot prisons. A multi-day hearing is underway in Austin where plaintiffs are hoping to force the state to fully install air conditioners in prison systems. An organization that represents current and former inmates wants a federal judge to declare the lack of air conditioning cruel and unusual …
Oklahoma Man Jailed for Sexual Abuse Of A Child
A Pontotoc County man has been arrested for sexual abuse of a child. Seventy-two-year-old Michael Elzie Priest of Roff was booked into the Pontotoc County Jail last Thursday after investigators said they found evidence that he committed a number of acts of sexual assault toward a child. He was released after posting $150,000 bond. The …
Paris Texas Games Begin Saturday
The Paris, Texas games get underway Saturday, with opening ceremonies on the west side of the Plaza in downtown Paris at 8:30. Various games will follow from 10am – 4pm at several locations throughout the city. Games include pickleball, weightlifting, tug of war, a hot dog eating contest and lots more. Registration is encouraged. Visit …
Paris PD Summer Toy Drive Ends Wednesday 07.31
Today is the last day for the Paris Police Department’s summer Toy Drive. You can spread holiday cheer and make a difference in our community. Donate a new toy in the lobby at the police station at 2910 Clarksville St. They also take monetary donations at the records window.
Stolen ATV’s Recovered In Rusk County
An East Texas man was arrested after stolen ATVs were located on his property in Rusk County. The recovered stolen ATVs were a 2024 Polaris Ranger NorthStar Edition valued at $39,000, a 2024 Polaris Razor valued at $35,900, and a 2016 Kubota RTV valued at $18,800. An illegal sawed-off shotgun was also found. Forty-one-year-old …
“American Pickers” Coming To East Texas
The popular TV show American Pickers is coming to East Texas. The show is looking for large, rare collections and other unique items for the show. Pickers do not pick stores, flea markets, malls or any other business open to the public. If you or someone you know has an item they are ready to …
Texarkana Police Searching For Accused Embezzler
Texarkana police are searching for a woman accused of stealing $18,000 from a local business where she was employed as a manager. Investigators say Jill Wright was to make daily bank deposits as part of her job responsibilities, however she reportedly failed to make deposits for several days in May. Her supervisors reported the theft …
Hopkins County Chamber Connection 07.31
By Butch Burney The anticipation has been growing; it is time for the actual preparation. We look forward to a fantastic 55th Annual Hopkins County Stew Contest on Saturday, October 26, and it’s time for stew cooks to register. Registration for last year’s cooks is going out in the mail and email this week, so look …
Rep. Fallon Named to Task Force to Investigate Trump Assassination Attempt
US Rep. Pat Fallon was named by House Speaker Mike Johnson to the Bipartisan Task Force to investigate the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Fallon said we must understand how the security failure occurred, and make sure it never happens again. Fallon represents all or part of, Hopkins, Hunt, Lamar , Fannin, Delta …
Paris, Texas Games Begin Saturday
The Paris, Texas games get underway Saturday, with opening ceremonies on the west side of the Plaza in downtown Paris at 8:30. Various games will follow from 10am – 4pm at several locations throughout the city. Games include pickleball, weightlifting, tug of war, a hot dog eating contest and lots more. The cost to register …
Paris Police Report For Tuesday, July 30
On Monday, officers received a report of an assault in the 600 block of E. Washington. The victim advised Accycia Lavarsheys Reasno, 27, had assaulted them. Officers made contact with Reasno, and she began to curse loudly, and they detained her. At that time, Reasno’s mother, Taoknockea Shante Mason, 48, arrived and escalated the …
Tuesday’s Sports
MLB Monday Rangers (52-55) 6 – Cardinals (54-52) 3 Pirates (54-52) 5 – Astros (55-51) 3 Nathaniel Lowe hit a two-run homer, Nathan Eovaldi pitched six solid innings, and the Texas Rangers snapped a three-game skid with a 6-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday night. Paul Skenes pitched six innings in a no-decision, allowing …
A 5.1 Earthquake Near Abilene
Like Friday’s, there was an earthquake west of Abilene. It was more robust, measuring as a 5.1 on the Richter scale. It was the sixth-strongest quake ever recorded in Texas, and people in North Texas felt it. Over the past week, the U.S. Geological Survey has recorded more than 80 earthquakes in the area. Brian Stump, …
Amber Alert
Police have issued an Amber Alert for a missing 16-year-old girl from Howard County, Arkansas. Autumn Nicole Lyon, 16, was last seen around 8:30 pm Saturday in Mineral Springs, Arkansas, according to state police. Police believe she is with 30-year-old Adrian Garces, whom she reportedly met online. Lyon and Garces may have traveled to …
Solar Panel Scam
SWEPCO is warning people about a scam involving solar panels. Someone claiming to partner with SWEPCO has been trying to sell solar panels for people’s homes. SWEPCO says, “It’s important for our customers to know SWEPCO does not sell solar panels, and SWEPCO is not with any companies that do.” Customers can, of course, have …
Blood Test For Alzheimer’s
According to a study published last weekend, a blood test can more than 90 percent accurately determine whether Alzheimer’s disease causes memory loss. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden found that a cutting-edge blood test can significantly outperform diagnoses from both primary care and specialist doctors.
State Fair To Host Sensory-Friendly Mornings For The Sixth Year
DALLAS – July 30, 2024 – For the sixth year, the State Fair of Texas is offering Sensory Friendly Mornings at the Fair every Wednesday – October 2, 9, and 16, from 10:00 am until 1:30 pm. Providing a family-friendly environment is at the core of the State Fair mission. Therefore, the Fair is excited …
Alternative Certification Empowers Career Changers And Retirees To Become Skilled Teachers
These online programs create pathways for professionals with non-education bachelor’s degrees to shift to a teaching career COMMERCE, TEXAS: Across the United States, the demand for skilled teachers is rapidly outpacing the supply of qualified college graduates entering the profession. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, an alarming 86% of K-12 schools faced significant …
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