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PARIS, Texas (KXII) - A man was arrested in Paris for trying to run people over with his car while drunk. According to the Paris Police Department, Waverly Jeffery, 56, flagged down officers after they were dispatched to the 700 block of East Cherry for a disturbance call as he was leaving the area in a vehicle.

Paris Police Arrest Report. All are innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law.

At 10:20 Wednesday night, officers responded to the 3800 block of Lamar Avenue regarding a theft. Store personnel had observed two male subjects, Heriangel Noe Rios (21) and Lauro Gonzalez (27), concealing numerous items. The two then walked past all payment points and tried to leave the store. The two were arrested and charged with Theft over $100.00 but under $750.00 and booked into the police department.

Luke's friend Jeff Rice is guest this week. Luke and his buddy spent some time this past weekend on Jeff's Ranch near Lake Fork setting up a comfortable 4 ft by 8 ft "Freedom" blind that snaps and screws together and is shipped directly to one's door. The blind comes in easy to carry sections and provides a comfortable hunting blind that can be set up just about anywhere, even deep into the woods Luke and Jeff have previously assembled several Snap Lock blinds (www.snaplockhuntingblinds.com) on the property, some have been in use over a decade.

City of Paris emergency services are currently working the scene of an overturned cattle hauler on Southeast Loop 286 at the off-ramp to Clarksville Street. Portions of Loop 286 and Clarksville Street are closed for crews to clear the situation. The public should avoid traveling through this area and seek alternative routes until further notice.Visit here for more details.

Guests can receive free admission to the self-guided tour of festively decorated campsites with the donation of a canned food item.

BONHAM, Texas (KTEN) — After 20 years as a district judge for Fannin County, Laurine Blake is approaching retirement. Two candidates have announced that they are running to replace her as 336th District Judge, including Bonham City Attorney Christina Tillett. "I feel very connected to Fannin County," she said....

Paris Police Officers responded to a call of burglary of motor vehicle at a restaurant in the 2400 block of N. Main, early Wednesday morning. The victim told the officer that a short time earlier their vehicle had been burglarized and a credit card and checks had been stolen.

Jackson Thornton, a senior Computer Science major at A&M-Commerce, is helping preserve the university's rich history. Since August, he has interned in the Archives Department, located on campus in Waters Library. His role is to digitize The East Texan, A&M-Commerce's former student newspaper, so readers worldwide can access it digitally.

The City of Paris conducted five town hall meetings earlier this year to listen to citizens, particularly those in West Paris, about city-related issues or concerns. The City of Paris conducted five town hall meetings earlier this year to listen to citizens, particularly those in West Paris, about city-related issues or concerns. A meeting to inform the public about the City’s findings and analysis is set for 5:30 p.m., Thursday, December 14, in the auditorium of CitySquare Paris, 2515 Bonham Street.

Lamar County Sheriff Inmate Booking Report. All are innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law. PPD MTR/DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 69504/County Court 2000.00/Surety Bond. MTR/CRIMINAL MISCHIEF >=$100<$750 69428/County Court 2000.00/Surety Bond. FALSE DRUG TEST FALSIFICATION DEVICE A23-667/LAMAR 1000.00/Surety Bond. ACEVEDO, JOE WILLIAM. PPD POSS CS PG 1/1-B >=4G<200G A23-668/LAMAR...

December at Cooper Lake State Park is more magical than ever! Picture yourself on a crisp evening, gathered around a blazing campfire, roasting marshmallows, and sharing enchanting Christmas stories. The serene howls of distant coyotes accompany the tranquility of the night. Gaze upwards and catch the glimpse of a shooting star in the park’s beautifully preserved dark skies. Feel the warmth of the fire on your face as you indulge in a comforting hot chocolate, the firelight dancing in the eyes of friends and family. This moment of pure joy and gratitude can be yours. December camping is a unique experience at Cooper Lake State Park, offering a range of overnight options including lake-side cabins, cozy cottages, RV sites, and tent spots. Create lasting outdoor memories this season in the woods of Northeast Texas!

On November 11, 2023 at approximately 2:49 pm an unidentified female is suspected of committing a theft at Dollar General. The female was seen leaving the area in a gold dodge pickup. If you have any information about the suspect, please contact Sgt. Lucas with the Commerce Police Department at...

This past weekend at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth Texas, the NL auto team had a great performance at a two-day event. This past weekend at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth Texas, the NL auto team had a great performance at a two-day event. The first day was a contest for each student competing in several challenging workstations. Day two was a team event diagnosing a vehicle with multiple problems, the team repaired and documented all repairs.

A public notice has been issued for a regular meeting of the Fannin County Commissioners Court. The meeting is set for Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 9:00 AM. It will be held at the Fannin County Courthouse, 101 E. Sam Rayburn Drive, Bonham, TX 75418. The meeting will also be available online.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around commerce..

On December 5, 2023, around 11:30 a.m., the Sulphur Springs Police Department responded to a potential case of identity theft at the Red River Credit Union. When they arrived, they discovered an individual who possessed a driver's license with a name and license number that didn't match. It was also revealed that this individual had used someone else's social security number to open accounts. The police took the suspect into custody and transported them to Hopkins County Jail. Interestingly, before the police arrived, an unidentified person had already driven away the vehicle that was initially reported at the scene.

On Friday morning at 11:41, a homeowner reported a residential Burglary in the 1800 block of Pine Bluff Street. They had ransacked the residence, and the burglars broke a kitchen door and a window to gain entry. A Brother sewing machine in a plastic case, valued at $300, was the only item reported stolen. Police are investigating the incident.

Sulphur Springs Police Officer Sean Hoffman stopped a Ford F-150 at 1:48 p.m. Friday on North Hillcrest Drive because the registration on the pickup had expired. Upon contact with the driver, he noted the 45-year-old Paris, Texas man’s hands shook excessively. Timothy James Oloughlin was able to provide his...

Hopkins County Sheriff's Office deptuies attempted to serve a warrant at an Odom Street residence in Cumby resulted in two arrests Friday. Upon arrival, the Deputies Zack Steward and Michael Chang saw a man walking down the driveway toward a partially open garage door. A male stepped out as the door opened. They yelled at the man to step out. The man identified himself as Chris Hall, the man they were looking for, and took the 32-year-old Cumby man into custody on the warrant for violation of probation.