Facing off against COVID-19
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and its network of volunteers are responding to the shortage of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing badly needed face masks. […]
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Saturday morning accident leaves one dead, injures another
A two-vehicle accident two miles west of Emory on Saturday morning, March 28, left one person dead and another in serious condition. […]
Helping out in time of need
Several Rains County residents proved they have a heart of gold by lending a helping hand during a difficult time. […]
Disaster declaration issued for county
Rains County Judge Wayne Wolfe issued a local disaster declaration and the commissioners extended the declaration through May during the regular meeting of the Rains County Commissioners Court on Thursday, March 26. […]
The Pegasus Project reimaged
Due to the coronavirus crisis, the Pegasus Project’s live event, scheduled for April 11 has been canceled. Wings Over Pegasus is the largest annual fundraiser held by The Pegasus Project, and the horses depend upon the $60,000 in revenue typically generated each year. As a result, Pegasus has refocused its efforts into an online event. […]
Chamber welcomes new business
Turquoise Boutique & Resale was honored with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Rains County Chamber of Commerce at its location on Locust Street in Point on Wednesday, March 11. […]
Presents Miss Rains County portrait
Miss Rains County, Katie Thurman, presented her portrait to the commissioners court during their meeting on March 26. The portrait will be on display in the Rains County Courthouse Annex. […]
Council adds reinvestment zones on Hwy. 69
The Emory City Council re-adopted tax abatement policy, added areas to the reinvestment zone and approved Rains ISD to use the Rains Child Safety Fund during the regular meeting on Tuesday, March 17. […]
Community unites in face of COVID-19
In the interest of the safety and well-being of the residents of Rains County and surrounding areas, many local agencies, organizations and businesses have responded to those in need, especially seniors and other vulnerable citizens. […]
Health officials offer tips during health crisis
Information regarding COVID-19 is flowing at a rapid pace and the outbreak continues to evolve. Northeast Texas (NET) Health Preparedness Director Russell Hopkins met with representatives from the cities, county, EDCs, emergency services and business owners to discuss the coronavirus, its impact on the population and preventative measures. […]