Budget adjustments highlight meeting
The Rains County Emergency Services District heard a presentation on additional insurance, combined line items in the budget and heard monthly reports during the regular meeting on Monday, November 18. […]
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Haleigh’s Christmas wish
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year for many families across the nation, a time dedicated to making memories with loved ones around a Christmas tree and glowing lights. For some children however, being at home is not an option as they battle critical illnesses from their hospital rooms. […]
Safe fried turkey
Thanksgiving Day is full of family get-togethers, giving thanks, lots of food and some turkey deep-frying horror stories. From homes burning down to turkeys skyrocketing into the air, safely preparing and frying a turkey doesn’t have to be dangerous. To avoid becoming one of those Thanksgiving Day horror stories, and to make sure you fry that centerpiece safely to avoid foodborne illness, the USDA offers advice on properly preparing and frying your turkey safely. […]
Lake Fork named site for 2020 Bassmaster Texas Fest
Earlier this year, B.A.S.S. announced the bulk of its 2020 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule with a clear emphasis on visiting fisheries that hold giant bass. On that front, they saved the absolute best for last. […]
Trustees approve District of Innovation committee
The Board of Trustees of Rains ISD discussed becoming a “District of Innovation,” air conditioning for the high school gym, waiver for an Ag show project, the annual audit and more during the regular meeting on Monday, November 11. […]
Filing for primary election underway
Four incumbents have already filed to run for re-election in the Republican Primary on “Super Tuesday” in March. […]
Council denies variance; police to join task force
The Point City Council upheld a city ordinance, heard presentations from internet providers and agreed to be part of a mutual aid task force during the regular meeting on Tuesday, November 12. […]
Court proclaims November Veterans Appreciation Month
At the regular meeting of the Rains County Commissioners Court on Thursday, November 14, commissioners dealt with surplus equipment, approved plats, canvassed votes, heard reports and proclaimed November to be Veteran’s Appreciation Month. […]
November meeting
The Rains Garden Club held its regular monthly meeting on November 4 at the Emory United Methodist Church. There were 16 members and visitor Becky Cash present. The club welcomed long-term member and former president Mary Gene Cash. Hostesses Bonnie Conner and Nancy White provided refreshments. […]
County selected for broadband initiative
Connected Nation Texas discussed the “Connected Nation Broadband Initiative” during a special meeting of the Rains County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, November 5, in the county courtroom of the Rains County Courthouse. […]