Council considers short term rentals, accessory buildings
Short term rentals and oversized storage buildings were the focus of the East Tawakoni City Council during the regular meeting on Tuesday, July 19. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Disputed plat receives court’s approval
The Rains County Commissioners Court approved the Retreat at Angler’s Point and extended the burn ban for Rains County during the regular meeting on Thursday, July 14. […]
Multiple dress codes approved with consistent enforcement expected
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on Monday, July 11, to discuss updates to the school dress code and financial outlook for the district. […]
Poppers in the park
Fun, food and fireworks were all part of the Poppin’ good time at Heritage Park in Emory on Monday, July 4. Local dancers show off their stuff to the music of DJ Calvin. […]
Burn ban ordered for Rains County
Rains County Judge Linda Wallace issued a burn ban for Rains County on Tuesday, July 5. […]
EDC board approves incentives for new medical facility
The City of Emory Development Corporation board held a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 6, to consider project incentives for a new medical facility in Emory. […]
Having a field day with their radios
Blake Cooper, with Joe Parker and Jim Crittenden watching over his shoulder, tunes his radio to communicate with other amateur radio operators around the globe during the 2022 ARRL Field Day on Saturday, June 25, at the Emory Volunteer Fire Department. Other members of the Rains Amateur Radio Association pictured are Michael Beem, Larry Smith and Belinda Smith. […]
Poppin’ good time coming to Heritage Park on July 4th
The Women’s Service Club of Emory will present Poppers in the Park on Monday, July 4, at the Heritage Park. […]
Commissioners deny final plat request from Retreat at Anglers Point
The Rains County Commissioners Court met for a regular meeting on Thursday, June 23, to discuss subdivisions, update filing fees and open bids. […]
Honoring a hero
Descendants of Buffalo Soldier Johnie L. Toliver stand with a wreath at the Rains County Veterans Memorial during the dedication of a paver to the veteran on Saturday, June 18. Following the parade through downtown, the ceremony was part of the Juneteenth Celebration in Rains County. […]