School board hires Nicks as superintendent
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees unanimously hired Joe Nicks as the new superintendent of Rains ISD during a special meeting on Tuesday morning, April 30. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Commissioners approve bridge replacement, mowing
The Rains County Commissioners Court approved replacement of a bridge, mowing of right-of-ways and discussed road ownership during the regular meeting on Thursday, April 25. […]
Severe storms pass through Rains County leaving damaged roads, toppled trees
Severe storms rolled through Rains County on Friday, April 26, and Sunday, April 28, causing power outages, flooding and downed trees. […]
Wildcats, Lady Cats battle to regional
Rains High School tennis team qualified two teams to the Region 2-3A tennis tournament at Tyler Junior College on May 9-10. […]
Lady Cats advance in playoffs, Wildcats finish second in district
The Rains Lady Cat softball team overcame rain delays to advance in the Class 3A playoffs, while the Rains Wildcat baseball team looks to bounce back from a second loss as playoffs begin. […]
Emory Tailgate Hamfest at fairgrounds
The Rains Amateur Radio Association will host Emory Tailgate Hamfest on Saturday, April 27, at the Rains County Fairgrounds. […]
Neal McCoy headlines festival and concert
The City of Emory Tourism announced the Founder’s Day Concert and Festival will be held on Saturday, May 4, in Sandy Creek Park. […]
Three Lady Cats qualify for state meet
Three Lady Cat athletes qualified for the UIL State Track & Field Championship after placing at the Region 2-3A Track meet in Whitehouse on Friday, April 19. […]
Lady Cats roll to district title, Wildcats suffer first district loss
The Rains Lady Cat softball team secured the District 12-3A title as they finished district undefeated, while the Rains Wildcat baseball team suffered their first district loss. […]
East Tawakoni City Council takes action on code enforcement officer
The City Council for East Tawakoni held a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 16, to consider action concerning the code enforcement officer, approve changes for city employees and table items. […]