Carjacking in Emory ends with two in custody
A carjacking at Brookshire’s in Emory on Friday, February 28, led to a high speed chase into Hunt County and the detainment of two individuals. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Extreme winds pass through Rains County
Extremely high winds roared through Rains County Tuesday morning, March 4, toppling and uprooting trees, and causing a variety of property damage. […]
Trustees approve playground upgrades, new school calendar
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees held their regular meeting on Monday, March 3, to consider the Rains Intermediate playground, the 2025-2026 school calendar and renewing the District of Innovation plan. […]
High-speed pursuit through Rains Co. ends in Delta Co.
A high speed chase on Hwy. 19 through Rains County on Thursday, February 27, ended with a crash near Cooper in Delta County. […]
Commissioners approve resolutions for several grants
The Rains County Commissioners Court adopted resolutions for grants during the regular meeting on Thursday, February 27. […]
Strohbusch, Young win Nobelity Award at UIL State Film Contest
Lauren Strohbusch and Andrew Young won the Nobelity Social Impact Award for Class 1A-3A at the UIL State Film Contest in Austin on Wednesday, February 26. […]
Wildcats bounce back from bad day, Ladies fall in district opener
The Rains Lady Cats opened District 12-3A with a loss after a rough tournament weekend, while the Rains Wildcats suffered their first two losses of the season. […]
Lady Cats, Wildcats honored in All-District 12-3A selections
Rains Lady Cat and Wildcat basketball players were recognized as they were selected to the District 12-3A All-District teams. […]
Harris headed to state meet
Scarlett Harris finished second in the 105 lb. weight division at the Region 3-3A meet in Commerce on Saturday, March 1. […]
Community leaders, law enforcement updated on district security and safety
The Rains ISD hosted a Safety and Security Committee Meeting in the Rains High School library on Monday, February 24, to discuss updated plans and conduct training. […]