Tyson Soldiers Strong on National Music Scene

Who knew that two men who became well-known in the national music scene were among the soldiers who were stationed at Camp Tyson?

Bill Pinckney, who later was a member of "The Drifters", was one of the soldiers who worked with the barrage balloons at the camp.

Dick Whitman was a member of the post band at the camp, which was under the direction of Tom Lonardo of Paris. Whitman later became a band leader of his own for many years, and after Jan Garber's death, Whitman became the leader of the Jan Garber Band. - submitted by Shannon McFarlin.

Elvis Presley Performed in Paris 55 Years Ago

On the anniversary of Elvis’s death, August 16, who knew Elvis Presley performed at the Paris City Auditorium on March 7, 1955? By Becky Hedges.

$6000 cool bucks for REAL Hope Center

Who knew over $6000 was raised for the R.E.A.L. Hope Center Saturday, July 31, at the Ice Cream Social in downtown Paris, with more money in to be turned in this week. Submitted by Gaines Hedges.

Blueberries Ripe for the Picking

Who knew that ripe, luscious blueberries are in season? Jean & I picked 5 gallons in two hours, Saturday. Submitted by Rick Owens. 

It's Tomato Time in Henry County, TN

Who knew that wonderful, home grown, juicy, tomatoes are coming in as we speak. Hopefully, the 2010 season will be long & full of Henry County tomatoes! Submitted by Rick Owens.

Garden Tour Raises Funds for Handbell Choir

Who knew that over six hundred dollars was raised for the Celebration Handbell Choir when Jimmy & Peggy Williams hosted a Garden Tour, at their home, Sunday. The fundraiser was for their three-performance tour of Eastern & Middle Tennessee, beginning July 7th. Submitted by Rick Owens.

Hundreds Honor War Dead

Who knew that over two hundred people took time out of their busy Memorial Day holiday weekend to come to the courthouse in Paris to honor those who sacrificed all so we could be free? Submitted by Rick Owens, May 31, 2010.