JP office clarified by law firm
The Leader has recently received a press release from James Fuller of the law firm Flowers Davis, P.L.L.C. in Tyler, the law firm representing Rains County, clarifying the closure of the JP’s office. […]
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Council approves parking lot grant to four businesses
The Emory City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening, July 8. Among the actions taken by the council were approving a parking lot grant for four businesses, rezoning property located on S. Texas St., and the appointment of Tom Parsons as interim city administrator. […]
Rains County Leader celebrates 138 years of publication
On Tuesday, June 10, the Rains County Leader marked its 138th birthday. […]
Emory City Council terminates contract with city administrator
In a special meeting held Thursday, May 22, the Emory City Council dismissed City Administrator Thad Chambers. […]
Rains County JP, county sued for civil rights violation
A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Rains County Justice of the Peace Jenkins Franklin and Rains County. […]
Three arrested in connection with burglary of storage building in Emory
The Emory Police Department (EPD) made three arrests in connection with a recent burglary at a local storage facility, following swift investigation and coordinated search efforts that included multiple locations. […]
TEA releases 2022-2023 accountability ratings
The Texas Education Agency recently released its accountability ratings for school districts across the state for the 2022-2023 school year. […]
Severe Weather Education class scheduled for Emory on Thursday, February 20
The 2025 spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you to be ready. […]
Emory P&Z hears request to rezone property in Katy Addition
The Emory Planning and Zoning committee met Thursday evening, January 23, in the council chamber at Emory City Hall. […]
Council selects Tom Parsons as city’s new police chief
The Emory City Council met twice this week to conduct city business. […]