Honoring Veterans through song
The Rains Intermediate School Choir sings “Sacrifices Made” during the Veterans Day program at Rains ISD on Monday, November 11, in Talkington Gym. […]
Year: 2024
Mikaela Williams heads Emory branch of CNB
Mikaela Williams is a relatively new face in the Emory banking world at City National Bank (CNB) with a goal of serving the local community through their needs such as lending, banking and community events. […]
Remembering those who served
A Rains County resident solemnly admires the Veterans Memorial display set up on the Emory Methodist Church’s property across from the Rains County Courthouse. […]
Sales tax revenues up in the state, local tax revenue down
The office of Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar stated that his office will return 1.1 percent more sales tax revenue to local districts in the state in November, but sales tax returns for Rains County remained down compared to 2023. […]
Sheriff, animal rescue seize animals from local property
The Rains County Sheriff’s office assisted in the seizure of animals from a property on Rains County Road 1490 on Monday, November 11. […]
Stingy Lady Cats off to strong start
The Rains Lady Cat basketball team started the season with defensive victories as they look to build on last year’s success. […]
Wildcat season ends on soggy night with loss
The Rains Wildcat football team battled the weather and the Mineola Yellowjackets on Friday night, November 8 with playoffs on the line, but the season came to an end in the 63-41 loss. […]
A Charlie Brown Philosophy
I recently followed a Facebook group called The Snoopy Fans. Sunday’s post showed that great philosopher, Charlie Brown, sharing a bit of wisdom with Snoopy. […]
November 14, 2024
Good Sam Clothes/Thrift Shop Sales; Am. Legion Dinner ; Rains County Republican Meeting; The Rains County Angel Trees Are Out; Service of Remembrance […]
Trustees begin plans for new tennis courts on campus
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees moved forward with plans to build new tennis courts for the district during the regular meeting on Monday, November 11. […]