Trustees extend superintendent contract, amend budget
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees extended the contract of Rains ISD Superintendent Joe Nicks and dealt with school finances during the regular meeting on Monday, January 13. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Council denies rate increase, accepts resignation
The Point City Council held a regular meeting on Thursday, January 9, to deny a rate increase request, approve storage tank repair and maintenance and accept resignation of Councilwoman Courtney Frazier. […]
Commissioners approve bonds for officials, open bids
The Rains County Commissioners held a special meeting on Tuesday, January 14 to approve bonds for county officials, open bids for outside auditors of the county finances and accept donations to the Rains County Sheriff’s Office. […]
Growing Leaders
Rains ISD CTE Director Robert Fisher speaks to the Rains ISD Board of Trustees on Monday, January 13, about the accomplishments of the Rains Future Farmers of America (FFA) as well as the awards won by the other CTE programs including build teams and floral design. […]
Wildcats, Lady Cats notch two more district wins on the road
The Rains Lady Cats wrapped up the first half of District 12-3A play in second place, while the Rains Wildcats continue to roll through district with two more victories. […]
Total sales tax receipts for 2024 fall short of 2023 totals
Local sales during October pushed East Tawakoni to better monthly returns than last year, but all districts remain behind 2023 totals of sale revenues being returned to the local taxing district. […]
Candidate signup for May 3 election begins January 15
Candidates may begin to file for a place on the May 3 General Election ballot on Wednesday, January 15, with seats on the Rains Independent School District Board of Trustees, Emory City Council and East Tawakoni City Council up for election. […]
Elected officials take oaths of office
The Rains County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on Thursday, January 2, to swear into office the county officials elected in the November 5 General Election. […]
Wildcats, Lady Cats overcome set backs with big victories
The Rains Lady Cats bounced back from their lone, District 12-3A loss to roll off three straight wins, while the Wildcats notched a win after suffering their first district loss. […]
State Tournament, Total Eclipse Top Headlines for 2024
Rains County residents were treated to historic events and annual fun during 2024. […]