Paris Economic Development Corp.

09/26/2025

Outlaws on the Water takes place this weekend at Lake Crook.
Passes start at $20, stop by the entrance gate for more information!

Come out and watch the drag boats at Lake Crook!

09/22/2025

Texas Ten recently visited Paris and took a tour through our historic downtown! Check out a few of their favorite stops including, Soho Boutique Paris Texas, our world famous Eiffel Tower, Paris Grocery, Badge Caps, Sundae In Paris, Roudhouse Family Diner and 107.

09/11/2025

Delco Trailers has been an incredible partner to our community in providing quality jobs, exhibiting leadership in innovation, and raising the bar in their industry.

Congratulations on a well-deserved recognition!

We’re proud to announce that Delco Trailers has been recognized as the World’s Greatest Trailer Manufacturer and featured on the national television series W...

08/26/2025

Happy Trailers is making progress on their new Headquarters on Loop 286 in Paris, Texas!

08/19/2025

It is an honor to celebrate the opening of the brand new TxDOT Paris District’s Headquarters in the Gene Stallings Business Park.

After 99 years of operation on North Main St, TxDOT has raised the bar with this new 120,000 sq. ft campus. It’s not only a celebration of a completed infrastructure project, but also recognizing the retention of 160 local jobs in our community.

Congratulations TxDOT and welcome to your new home!

08/13/2025

🚨 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 🚨

Bodyguard Bumpers is hiring an Operations Manager in Paris, Texas. Check out the listing below.

Back to listingsOperations ManagerJob type: Full-time Job Category: AdministrativeDetails: Immediately hiring a qualified candidate seeking full-time, long term local employment.Shift: Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm (on-site only; remote position not available)Established in 2000, Bodyguard Bumpers is a l...

08/11/2025

On Friday, we celebrated with TxDOT's Paris District as they cut the ribbon on their new state-of-the-art Headquarters in our industrial park.

This project retains 160 local jobs, representing over $10 million in annual payroll, and keeps the Paris District Office—serving nine counties—proudly anchored in our community.

Here’s to the next 100 years!

Today, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) celebrated the grand opening of their new TxDOT Paris District Headquarters. The state-of-the-art facility, spanning 120,000 square feet across 12 buildings, represents a ... Read more

07/16/2025

Yesterday, the PEDC Board reappointed Board Members Josh Bray as Board Chair, Curtis Fendley as our Vice Chair, and Chase Coleman as Secretary/Treasurer.

Josh, Curtis and Chase are instrumental in the ex*****on of the PEDC’s mission. They serve wholeheartedly, give of their time and talent, and are devoted to seeing a better future for Paris and Lamar County.

We look forward to working alongside you for another year of milestones!

07/08/2025

The 41st Annual Tour de Paris takes place on July 19 leaving the Love Civic Center at 8am.

This community event has welcomed thousands of cycling enthusiast over the years and continues to bring new visitors to Paris annually.

Learn more at the link below!

The Tour de Paris began in 1984 with just a few enthusiastic cyclists. Since then, it has become a community favorite that boasts over 1,700 cyclists and volunteers. Official Start ... Read more

07/06/2025

We’re excited to share that our Executive Director Maureen Hammond has been reappointed to the City of Paris TIRZ Board.

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board plays a vital role in shaping the future of our city by reviewing and recommending project and financial plans to the City Council for TIRZ No. 1.

Congratulations, Maureen, and thank you for your continued commitment to the growth and prosperity of Paris!

07/03/2025

We are proud to announce that Erik Roddy has been reappointed to the Paris Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors. Erik’s leadership and continued commitment have been instrumental in driving our mission forward. Thank you, Erik, for your dedicated service - we are thrilled to have you continue on the team!

We also extend a warm welcome to newly appointed Board Member Marshall Dougherty. Marshall, we look forward to serving alongside you with a shared vision of growing Paris and Lamar County!

07/01/2025

Our existing businesses continue to prove that Paris is the place where Texans reach higher!

Happy Trailers, we are beyond excited for this milestone achievement. Congratulations!