Leta Calder
Services for Leta Calder, 72, of Grand Saline, were held on February 22 at Roundflat Pentecostal Church. Bro. Homer Morgan and Bro. Eddie Paul Stanley officiated. […]
Month: February 2020
Not so fast, Phil
Just four days after Punxsutawney Phil prognosticated a quick end to winter, Mother Nature had something to say about that as Rains County residents woke to a light dusting of snow Thursday morning, February 6, as the result of a weak cold front that passed through the area. […]
Roads and transparency highlight Precinct 3 race
Candidates for Rains County Commissioner, Precinct 3, took the opportunity to talk with voters at two forums held by the Rains County Republicans. […]
Three candidates vie for Precinct 1 position
The four candidates running for the Precinct 1 seat on the Rains County Commissioners Court introduced themselves and answered questions during three candidate forums hosted by the Rains County Republicans. […]
Kelley selected for FCA All Star game in June
Senior Brye Kelley has been selected to play in the 10th annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ Heart of a Champion Bowl scheduled for June 6. Kelley is the fourth Wildcat to be selected for the game during Coach Randy Barnes’ time at Rains ISD. […]
Members qualify for UIL state ensemble
On Saturday, February 1, several members of the Rains High School band competed at the Region 3 UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest. The event was held at North Garland High School in Garland. […]
Rains Wildcats, Lady Cats sweep season series with Quitman and Grand Saline
The Rains Wildcats and Lady Cats swept Quitman and Grand Saline last week as both teams eye the playoffs. […]
The Coronavirus
The 2019 novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) continues to dominate the news and is a growing concern for emergency management professionals around the world. […]
KIDZ Church
I had a new experience Sunday morning – I helped with KIDZ Church, a program at Believers’ Baptist for children from four years old through second grade. […]
Ribbon-cutting ceremony
Chateau Bistro celebrates new opening at the Best Western in Emory on Sunday, February 2. There to help Chef Elle Moisdon celebrate were Norm and Felissa Davis, Jody Blankenbaker, chamber secretary Penny Wittrock, and other friends and customers. […]