Count rebate up nearly 20 percent over 2020
Local sales during the first month of 2021 have Emory, Point and Rains County receiving around 20 percent more in sales tax allocations than March of last year. […]
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Historic storm produces unforeseen problems for county
Rains County saw historic snowfall and freezing temperatures last week, causing power outages and water problems throughout the county. […]
Council hears from citizens, take steps to improve
The Point City Council heard concerns from citizens, purchased a new excavator and entered into a contract with Red Alert during the regular meeting on Tuesday, February 9. […]
Ladies’ civic club
On the first Thursday in February, the Point Ladies’ Civic club met for the first time this year at the Point Community Center. Eighteen members were present to meet the new board of directors. […]
VFD to host blood drive
The Point Volunteer Fire Department will host a drive from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 30, at 123 Locust St. in the parking lot on the Carter BloodCare bus. To receive more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Chief Justin Lollar at 903-269-5777. […]
Santa’s helpers parade through Point
Santa’s helpers Mia Jackson (top) and Bryson Lollar participate in Point’s Christmas parade held Saturday morning, December 19. […]
Point City Council bans gaming machines
The Point City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, December 8, to ban gaming machines in the city limits and amend the housing ordinance. […]
Civic club’s Dec. meeting
The Point Ladies Civic Club met on Thursday, December 3, to celebrate the ending of another successful year, even with COVID-19 affecting our routines. […]
Council hears from citizen; holds executive session
The Point City Council heard public comments from a citizen, approved the consent agenda and held an executive session during the regular meeting on Monday, November 10. […]
Civic Club elects new officers
The Point Ladies Civic Club met Thursday, November 5, at the Point Community Center. Eighteen ladies were present to enjoy a fabulous Thanksgiving dinner hosted by Karen Johnson, Pat Smith, Joanna Wilkinson, Alice Wenzel and Minda Painter. […]