Candidate packets for 2026 election available for pick up
The Rains County Election office announced on Friday, October 3, that candidate packets for the 2026 election are available for pickup at the election office at 220 W Quitman in Emory. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Former Point city official found not guilty of theft
Former City of Point employee Lois Hangaman was found not guilty on the charge of theft of property between $2,500 and $30,000 by 8th District Court Judge Eddie Northcutt on Monday, September 29. […]
Lady Cats fall to Lady Mustangs
Rains Lady Cat Audra Kleinmeier (9) sets the ball to the net for a kill attempt during the 3-0 district loss to the Paris Chisum Lady Mustangs on Tuesday, October 7, at Rains High School. […]
Laying out the numbers
Rains County Judge Brent Hilliard listens to Rains ISD Superintendent Joe Nicks talk about the cost to the average homeowner of the voter approved tax rate election (VATRE) during a public information meeting held by the school district to answer questions from residents. […]
Homecoming magic helps Wildcats in win
The Rains Wildcat football team conjured some homecoming magic to secure a victory over the Eustace Bulldogs in the District 7-3A-I opener on Friday night, September 26. […]
National Night Out Kick-off in Point on Saturday
The National Night Out Kick-off in Point is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Point City Hall. […]
Commissioners deny salvage yard permit, consider county buildings
The Rains County Commissioners Court denied an application for a salvage yard on Hwy. 19 South, entered environmental reports in the meeting minutes and learned of leasing options for county equipment during the regular meeting on Thursday, September 25. […]
Last day to register for November election is Monday
The last day to register to vote for the November 4 general election is Monday, October 6. […]
A crowning achievement
Senior Kamara Ragsdale was crowned 2025 Homecoming Queen before the football game on Friday night, September 26, at Wildcat Stadium. […]
Lady Cats search for first district win
Rains Lady Cat Harper Jones (4) smashes the ball back to the Lady Buffaloes during the district loss to Lone Oak, 3-1, on Tuesday, September 30, at Rains High School. […]