Patricia Ann “Boots” Hooten
Patricia Ann “Boots” Hooten, 89, died on January 31, 2026 […]
Month: January 2026
Weekend of freezing temperatures, precipitation causes local closures
Wintry weather in Rains County over the weekend resulted in closures of schools and businesses, warnings from state officials and a disaster declaration for the county. […]
Commissioners consider abortion ban, library oversight
The Rains County Commissioners Court considered an ordinance concerning abortion and recommendations for the Rains County Library during the regular meeting on Thursday, January 22. […]
Council creates planning committee, donates vehicle
The East Tawakoni City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, to consider plans for a police department building and vehicle. […]
Last day to register to vote in primaries is Monday
The last day for Rains County residents to register to vote in the March 3 primaries is Monday, February 2. […]
Rachel Hooten is a Missouri native who is falling in love with Point
Rachel Hooten was born and raised in Warrington, Missouri, and met husband, Todd, when she was working in a hotel and he was working for Coca Cola in the area. They fell in love, got […]
State commission lifts suspension of JP Franklin
The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has lifted the suspension of Rains County Justice of the Peace Robert Jenkins Franklin with an order released on Tuesday, January 27. […]
January 29, 2026
Good Sam Clothes/Thrift Shop Sales; Rains County Republican Meeting; Candidate Meet & Greet […]
Ollie “Marie” Sanchez
Ollie “Marie” Sanchez, 77, died on January 29, 2026. […]