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Opinion
July 4th a reminder of America’s heritage
Tonight and tomorrow, residents of Lamar County — and the whole nation — join together in a celebration of the Declaration of Independence.
July 03, 2009
Evaluation a stepping stone to improvement
Both City Manager Kevin Carruth and Paris City Council members can glean useful information from the city manager’s latest evaluation and from Carruth’s formal response.
July 02, 2009
Red Cross chapter makes Lamar County proud
At a time Paris and Lamar County can use some good news, the Lamar County Chapter of the American Red Cross has much to share.
July 01, 2009
Incubator program helps businesses start up
It has long been known many businesses don’t make it through their first two years.
June 29, 2009
Council should pay heed
It is good Paris City Council members listen to constituents during the portion of every council meeting devoted to public input.
June 27, 2009
Medevac helicopters a positive tool in Lamar
The decision to make medevec helicopters part of the emergency personnel tool kit seems to be paying off well.
June 26, 2009
ACS’s Relay for Life raises money, awareness
The community came together June 19 at R.L. Maddox Stadium to celebrate 25 years of giving hope to lives affected by cancer.
June 25, 2009
Put the brakes on downtown parking problems
An endless hunt for a parking space in the landscape of downtown Paris.
June 23, 2009
Liaisons’ role one of guidance, not influence
Mayor Jesse Freelen is correct in his instructions to Paris City Council members about liaison roles between the council and the city’s boards and commissions.
June 22, 2009
CIA report an opportunity to prevent future
Any time death occurs in connection with a fire, an investigation takes place to determine if that death could have been prevented.
June 21, 2009
D.O.J. meeting fosters understanding
The fourth community forum conducted by the U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service proved to be well organized and full of information.
June 19, 2009
Marquee restoration lights up Paris’ downtown
City, group and individual efforts to restore the Grand Theater to its former splendor have reached a milestone.
June 18, 2009
Future Problem Solving teaching life skills
The Paris Independent School District should be commended for its long-time commitment to Future Problem Solving.
June 17, 2009
Time to stop treading water
It’s time for the blue ribbon committee appointed to study the feasibility of selling water from Pat Mayse Lake to make a recommendation.
June 15, 2009
Seeking answers through a different venue
A rally, primarily coordinated and sponsored by organizations based outside this community, was held this past week.
June 14, 2009
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