Parading through the streets
Residents paraded through the streets of East Tawakoni Saturday morning, December 7, to kick off Christmas festivities throughout Rains County. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Sheriff’s office awarded grant to upgrade radio system
The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) announced on Tuesday, December 10, that Rains County would be the recipient of a grant to upgrade the radio system of the Rains County Sheriff’s office. […]
Board authorizes construction of new tennis courts, accepts donation
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees approved the construction of new tennis courts for the district and accepted funds from the Education Foundation of Rains Independent School District during the regular meeting on Monday, December 9. […]
Christmas festivities in Rains County get underway this weekend
Christmas festivities in Rains County get underway this weekend to get everyone in the holiday spirit. […]
Commissioners name Trevino County Treasurer
The Rains County Commissioners Court selected Jennifer Trevino as county treasurer at the end of its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 27. […]
Lady Cats bring home trophy, Wildcats continue win streak
The Rains Lady Cat and Wildcat basketball teams enjoyed a successful lead up to the Thanksgiving holiday break. […]
Meeting neighbors’ needs
Volunteers Lucy McBride and Susan Montalvo assist in building Thanksgiving meals for some East Tawakoni residents at the East Tawakoni Library and Storm Shelter on Monday night, November 25. […]
Council awards bid, allows variance to fence ordinance
The city council of East Tawakoni held a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 19, to award a bid for sludge removal at the sewer plant, decide on a variance for a fence and purchase of police equipment. […]
Warrants issued for five suspects in vehicle burglaries, two in custody
Hopkins County issued a press release on November 20 which stated that warrants had been issued for five individuals and two are in custody in connection with the rash of recent vehicle burglaries in several East Texas counties including Rains County. […]
ESD board increases firefighter incentives, makes plan for future vehicles
The Rains County Emergency Service District (ESD) board increased the pay-per-run for local firefighters and planned for future vehicle purchases for the local departments during the regular meeting on Monday, November 18. […]