Early voting begins Monday
Early voting for the November 8 general election will begin on Monday, October 24, in the election office of the Rains County Courthouse Annex. […]
Articles by Chuck Fitts
Hopkins selected as new Rains County Sheriff
The Rains County Commissioners Court unanimously appointed Michael Hopkins to serve out the unexpired term of David Traylor as sheriff of Rains County on Thursday, October 13. […]
Ladies move closer to playoff spot
The Rains Lady Cat volleyball team lost to Edgewood, but beat Commerce and Prairiland to stay in playoff contention in District 12-3A. […]
RHS gym dedicated to Talkington
The family of Kim Sisk Talkington gather for a ceremony to dedicate the RHS gym to her on Tuesday, October 18. Each family was presented with a framed memorial similar to what will be placed in the foyer of the gym. […]
Wildcats mauled by Tigers
The Rains varsity football team traveled to Mount Vernon on Friday night, October 14, and lost to the Tigers, 77-27. […]
Board adjusts insurance deductibles, plans for future
The Rains Emergency Service District Board adjusted insurance deductibles for the departments and was asked to consider the long term future of a volunteer department at the regular meeting on Monday, October 17. […]
Honoring the work of Joyce Thomas
East Tawakoni Mayor Harold Chandler presents the plaque honoring Joyce Thomas to her husband H. L. as part of the dedication and grand re-opening of the City of East Tawakoni library located at 201 Oak Leaf Trail on Saturday, October 8. Thomas was recognized along with her husband for their work in starting and managing the library for the city. […]
Cross steps down as mayor
The Point City Council announced the resignation of Stephen Cross as mayor and approved a housing development inside the city limits during the regular meeting on Tuesday, October 11. […]
Three hats tossed in the ring for consideration
The Rains County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on Tuesday afternoon, October 11, to open sealed applications to replace David Traylor as sheriff of Rains County. […]
Lady Cats qualify for regional meet
Junior Lynzee Hague finished third and led the Rains Lady Cat cross county team to a regional qualification at the district cross country meet in Lone Oak on Saturday, October 8. […]