Back in action
Kori Foster (left) and Storey Smith (right) took part in two-a-day practices Monday, August 3, in preparation for the upcoming football and volleyball seasons. […]
Rains County
Republican Chair Ratliff
The Rains County Republican Party leaders welcome newly elected chairperson Kristi Ratliff on Monday, August 3. Attending the event are (l-r) out-going chairperson Debbie Nelson, Precinct 203 chair Jenkins Franklin and Precinct 306 chair Lasaro Birdwell. […]
FNB announces new unified name
The year 2020 marks the 120th anniversary of the founding of First National Bank of Gilmer and its commitment to the banking needs of East Texas and its people. […]
Trump Floatilla
On July 25, the Trump MAGA KAG Flotillas Boat Parade was held on Lake Tawakoni with over 200 boats in attendance. A large number of spectators watched from the bridge and the shoreline. […]
August 4, 2020
Midkiff Book Signing At Hootens, Aug. 8; Good Samaritans Openings In Aug.; Pippin-Hill Cem. Meeting Canceled; Thanksgiving Day Meal Is Still Planned […]
Court sets proposed tax rate, extends declaration
Setting the proposed tax rate, an agreement with the Andrews Center for mental health services for inmates, tax abatement for a local company’s new offices and extending the local emergency declaration were items considered by the Rains County Commissioners Court at the regular meeting on Tuesday, July 23. […]
County fair canceled, livestock show to be limited
The Rains County Fair Board announced the cancellation of the 90th annual Rains County Fair on Tuesday, July 21. […]
County no longer exempt from governor’s executive order
The office of Judge Wayne Wolfe stated in a press release on Monday, July 27, that the number of active cases in Rains County remains above 20 and that the county is no longer exempt from Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s Executive Order GA-29. […]
Appellate judge killed in collision Saturday night
Fifth District Court of Appeals Justice David Bridges of Rockwall was killed Saturday night, July 25, in a three-vehicle accident on Interstate 30 in Royse City. […]
Mayor gives update on water quality, personnel, budget
The City Council of East Tawakoni held a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 21, to consider a new city logo, update citizens on personnel matters and explain past issues with the city water system. […]