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Two local businesses affected by Graham phone scam, Graham Police warn
YOUNG CO. (KFDX/KJTL) — Targeting local businesses, officers with the Graham Police Department are warning business owners of new financial scams. Graham Police have investigated two scams at two separate businesses, they announced in a Facebook post on April 30. Police alerted that with this new scam, the clerk on duty will receive a call […]
City in talks with administrator candidate
The Olney City Council entered into contract negotiations with Simon Dwyer with the intent to hire him as the new City Administrator, Mayor Rue Rogers said. Mr. Dwyer has served with the Olney Police Department for several years, attaining the rank of corporal last year. The Council selected Cpl. Dwyer from at least four candidates to fill the position left open by the firing of former City Administrator Arpegea Pagsuberon.
Search continues for 19-year-old missing since last Monday
Search continues for 19-year-old missing since last Monday News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:18 am (GPD | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The family of Ashton Broderick Castle and Graham Police Department are continuing their search for the 19-year-old who went missing last Monday in Graham. ...
OJH competes at State TMSCA
Thirty-two Olney Junior High students represented OISD at the Texas Math and Science Coaches Association Middle School State Championship Meet in San Antonio on Saturday, April 13. Students were up against the best in Texas showcasing their skills in Number Sense, Calculator Applications, Mathematics and Science. OJH brought home 4th...
City discusses amended park camping ordinance
City discusses amended park camping ordinance News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:18 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Kindley Park which has been part of a discussion recently by the Graham City Council to prohibit camping. The city made significant changes which were presented Thursday, April 25 during a second reading of the ordinance amendment. ...
Letter to the Editor
As the owner of The Pipeliner Inn, I am requesting that all candidates running for City Council and Mayor in the upcoming May 4 election repeal the water surcharge. This $35-per-month, per-tap surcharge costs my business $1,470 per month just to have water at the motel. It is a very...
Policy for food trucks downtown closer to completion
Policy for food trucks downtown closer to completion News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:17 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham City Council Member Jack Little speaks to the council regarding a draft policy for food trucks on the downtown square. The council approved a 90-day trial period for the draft policy which still must be presented to the council for approval at a later meeting. ...
National Day of Prayer set for Thursday, May 2
National Day of Prayer set for Thursday, May 2 News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 8:38 pm Jack County Commissioners presented Sharon Van Baale with a proclamation remembering Thursday, May 2 as a National Day of Prayer. Ceremonies will be held outside the Jack County Courthouse as well as both Perrin and Bryson beginning at noon. The public is invited and encouraged to attend as prayers will be sent honoring the military, the family, law enforcement and other entities. Contributed photo
City of Jacksboro looking forward to new Water Treatment Plant
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The City of Jacksboro has spent the past 12 years trying to make progress on building a new Water Treatment Plant. The current water treatment facility is 80 years old. “It’s very labor intensive, very high maintenance and it’s just kind of falling down around...
All-Cub Little League game in Olney
The Little League Cub 12U and 11U had a rare chance to play each other for an exhibition game at Cub Field. Almost all Little League games, with very few exceptions, are played in Wichita Falls. When the Cubs had a chance to put on a show for family and...
Cubs celebrate Senior Night with 2nd place win
The Olney Cubs hosted district rivals the Seymour Panthers for the second game of a double header, with second place in District on the line. To add to the pressure, it was also Cub Senior Night and what student athlete doesn’t want to have a win on Senior Night?
American Legion Post 34 installs officers, looks to future
American Legion Post 34 installs officers, looks to future News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:12 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) American Legion Post 34 had its officers installed Saturday, April 27 at the Young County Warrior Ranch by American Legion District 13 Vice Commander Chris Garcia (at right). Shown from left to right are Jim Dorgan, David Gann, Chris Hunnewell, Stan Burnett, Sarah Curd and Bud Lowrance. (THOMAS...
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