Council names Birdwell police chief
The City Council of Point promoted Lasaro Birdwell to Chief of Police for Point and implemented a hiring board during a called meeting on Thursday, January 25. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Court focuses on technology, policies, resolutions
The Rains County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting on Thursday, January 25, to discuss technology, policy updates and a resolution. […]
Wildcats, Lady Cats ambush Indians for district wins
The Rains Lady Cats move closer to District 12-3A title, while the Rains Wildcats ended their losing streak on the road. […]
Rain, fog and pot holes follow freezing temps
A pickup truck enters a fog bank while traveling north on Hwy. 19 across the Mildred McMillan Garrett Memorial Bridge on Tuesday, January 23. […]
Freezing temperatures cause water issues
Freezing temperatures and eventual thawing cause issues for local water departments in Rains County last week. […]
No data exposed during breach of third-party software
Officials at Rains ISD announced that no personal information was exposed during a data breach reported by Raptor Technologies, a third-party software vendor utilized by the district for managing front office check-ins. […]
Board orders fire truck for Point, modifies EMS carport
The Rains County Emergency Service District ordered a new fire truck for the Point Volunteer Fire Department (VFD), extended the carport at the EMS building and heard monthly reports during the regular meeting on Monday, January 22. […]
Ladies continue to role through district, Wildcats stumble
The Rains Lady Cats continue to roll through District 12-3A play while the Rains Wildcats have lost their last two games. […]
Snow, freezing temperatures force closings for safety
Snow and freezing temperatures forced closures of school, county offices and several businesses to start a shortened holiday week. […]
Council upgrades equipment, discusses issues
The city council of East Tawakoni held a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 16, to consider new equipment for the water department, payroll issues in the police department and an ordinance on attendance of city council meetings. […]