Rains County

Colby Crawford, an eighth grader at Rains Junior High, received a Happy Birthday serenade by Rains County’s first responders on his 14th birthday, April 13. See the related story on page 3 of this week’s Rains County Leader. Learn how to make a child’s birthday special during this time of social distancing. […]

Rains County Judge Wayne Wolfe addressed the citizens of Rains County about a possible shelter-in-place order with a brief written statement he read on Thursday afternoon, April 2, in the courtroom of the Rains County Courthouse. […]

Easter festivities have not been canceled at Shady Grove Baptist Church. After spending many months preparing for its biggest annual Easter Egg hunt and Easter festivities, the event has been modified, not canceled. On Saturday, April 11, from 11:00 a.m. until supplies are gone, the church will host a Drive-thru Easter Egg Hunt. […]

A two-vehicle accident two miles west of Emory on Saturday morning, March 28, left one person dead and another in serious condition. […]

Several Rains County residents proved they have a heart of gold by lending a helping hand during a difficult time. […]

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. […]

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. […]

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. […]