Kids Get a FREE Pancake at Roadhouse Today for Halloween

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Trick or Treat

I think one of the best things about having kids, is dressing them up for Halloween. I just love little kids in costumes!  Halloween is this Monday and there are several things going on around town.  First, bring your little ones to story-time at the library at 2pm for some Halloween books, songs and treats.  Before or after, visit the Roadhouse Diner on Main Street, they will be giving a free pancake to all kids on Monday.  There will also be trick or treating downtown on Monday from 5pm -8pm and also at the Paris Town Centre (formerly known as Mirabeau). 

 Whether you go trick or treating downtown, in your local neighborhood or at one of numerous church-sponsored Halloween festivals, there are several tips for keeping your kiddos safe on Halloween.*

1. Practice Fire Safety – Look for flame-resistant labels when buying costumes, masks, beards, and wigs. To avoid any contact with fire, don’t dress your little goblin in any costume with billowing material such as baggy sleeves or flowing skirts. Of course, even if you’ve dressed your child in the safest costume, make sure he stays clear of pumpkins that contain lighted candles. These are sometimes a magnet for curious children, who may try to touch, pick up, or peek inside them.
2. Keeping toddlers on their feet – Tots tend to trip and fall under the best of conditions, so you’ll have to take extra precautions on Halloween night. When choosing or creating a costume, make sure it’s short enough to let her navigate easily.
3. Stay visible -Even if you plan to keep your little one in hand on Halloween night, reflector tape is not a bad idea if you’ll be out after dark. A flashlight may also come in handy for negotiating long walkways or dimly lit doorways.
4. Avoid Pointed props- Replace plastic swords and sharp-pointed princess crowns with softer versions. Try sewing a stuffed sword for your little gladiator, or make a paper or plastic foam crown for your toddling princess. You can make police badges out of felt to replace the sharper plastic store-bought versions. Make a magic wand by attaching streaming, curling ribbon or glitter-decorated tulle instead of pointed plastic stars.
5. Use makeup instead of a mask – Instead of a mask, which can make it hard for a child to both see and breathe, paint your child’s face with nontoxic makeup.
6. 6.      Careful with the Candy - The CPSC recommends that parents scrutinize treats for evidence of tampering before letting children eat them. Carefully examine each wrapper to make sure there’s no sign of its having been opened. Accept homemade treats only from neighbors you know, and cut up fruit before serving it. Keep in mind, too, that many treats are not appropriate for babies or toddlers. Hard candies, nuts, popcorn, lollipops, raisins, and anything you can’t cut into small pieces are all choking hazards. Plan on handing out toddler-safe candy as well such as candy bars.
7. 7.      Decorations - Whether in your own home or a neighbor’s, be on the lookout for holiday decorations that can pose hazards. Your child will want to explore cackling witches, lighted coffins — anything new and unusual. Try to keep decorations with small, loose parts out of her reach. Also, if you have a teething baby, be mindful of any soft plastic items that might be tempting to chew on. Be especially wary of oil lamps – ingesting the oil can be fatal.

*from babycenter.com

Linus: [to Sally as she walks away with everyone else]  “Hey, aren’t you going to wait and greet the Great Pumpkin? Huh? It won’t be long now. If the Great Pumpkin comes, I’ll still put in a good word for you!
[realizes what he just said]
Linus:  “Good grief! I said “if”! I meant, “when” he comes! I’m doomed. One little slip like that could cause the Great Pumpkin to pass you by. Oh, Great Pumpkin, where are you?”

Happy Halloween!

Jenny Wilson

Jenny Wilson is a mother of three. She has a weekly story-time at the Paris Public Library, teaches a Mommy & Me class at Central Presbyterian Day School, serves on the PCT Children’s Theatre Advisory Committee, the Parent Association Boards at Aikin Elementary, Crockett Intermediate and Paris Jr. High, and is a Sunday school teacher at Holy Cross Episcopal Church.  She also is a certified yoga instructor, Jazzercise instructor and marketing consultant.

Undefeated

The 7^th grade volleyball team has done fantastic this season!! They went undefeated in district and were district champions. All their hard work has definitely paid off for them. The team consists of: Kynzi Hall, Marloes Tillema, Kennedy Alton, Addi Burns, Gabby Harwell, Lettie Swaim, Madison Weems, Maggie Chadwick, Brittany Gandy, Kaley Standlee, Katie Vorwerk, and Mahalah Callicoat. Congratulations Girls!!

How Many Pennies Does It Take to Fill a Milk Jug

Bailey Intermediate fourth graders have just completed a penny drive to raise funds for the purchase of a granite paver to honor a Lamar County pioneer, Robert M. Cravens, who participated in the Battle of San Jacinto. 

With a goal of raising $300 for the paver, twelve gallon milk jugs weighing over 300 pounds were filled by the students.  Guessing the closest to how many pennies it takes to fill one jug was LaDonna Trull (left) with Bailey counselor Randy Dollins (right).

Jr. and Sr. Stangs

Stangs Sr TeamStangs Jr. Team

Both Jr. and Sr. Chisum Stangs Football teams have worked hard all season. They are both young teams with over half of the players being first year players who have had to learn all the plays, rules, and conditions of playing football. The football league as well as their coaches are very proud of all their efforts, sacrifices, and dedication to the sport.

Stangs Jr. Team

                Chisum Sr. Stangs

#’s          Last Name           First Name                                                          Coaches:

78           Aaron                    Nicholas                                                               Todd Denny
22           Allen                      Tanner                                                                  Jason Cooper
3              Armstrong          Lee                                                                         Thomas Murphy
18           Baughn                 Jaxon
50           Branum               Cameron
82           Combest              Alex
77           Denny                   Trey
6              Edwards               Rowdy
20           Ellis                         Dakota
62           Fields                    Jordan
7              Flippen                 Tanner
17           Floyd                     Ryder
44           Gordon               Britten
23           Hawkins               Garrett
55           Hinson                  Cole
40           Murphy               Andrew
75           Parks                     Brandon
43           Reeves                 Kalen
32           Tuggle                   Colton
56           Wharton              Wyatt
24           Wilson                  Dakota
60           Woods                  Tyler

Chisum Jr. Stangs

#’s          Last Name           First Name                                    Coaches:    

48           Aaron                    Kaden                             Aaron Boehlar   Andy  Spear   Thomas Murphy
49           Aaron                    Peyton
2              Boehlar                 Isaac
88           Clark                      Matthew
42           Combest              Aeden
38           Edwards               Daniel
16           Estes                     Wesley
45           Farris                     Ayden
25           Hawkins               Logan
46           Hinson                  Joel
15           Hunt                      Sarah
78           Miller                    Jonathan
30           Murphy              Jaedon
10           Myers                   Jacob
21           Richards               Cameron
14           Rivera                   Miguel
35           Scott                      Kyler
34           Stout                     Justin
4              Todd                      Hayden
33           Tucker                  Tyre