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Letter to the Editor
Thank you to all Olneyites for their kind support. I think it was a good run and campaign. I came to know too many good folks. I sincerely thank everyone who helped me. It’s over now. Congratulations to ALL WINNERS at all posts. I hope they all work together...
No injuries reported in Senate propane tank fire
No injuries reported in Senate propane tank fire News Staff Wed, 05/22/2024 - 10:15 am Alt Text for Image A bolt of lightning struck a liquid propane tank Thursday, May 16 on Marley Road in Senate. Resident Richard Godfrey said the fire started around 7:15 a.m. and burned for a couple of hours. Two other nearby tanks were protected and no injuries were reported. Courtesy photo
High school baseball: Jacksboro vs Shallowater – May 23, 2024
Jacksboro battled Shallowater in game two of the class 3A regional semifinal round playoff series on the campus of McMurry University. The Tigers won 7-5, forcing a decisive game three to be played on Saturday, May 25 at 1 p.m. at Walt Driggers field.
Legion to mark Veteran graves for Memorial Day
American Legion Post 414 and the Olney Sons of the American Legion are gathering the names of deceased veterans and raising a team of volunteers to mount a special celebration of vets on Memorial Day, May 27, Post Commander Chris Garcia said. He asked for information about veterans who are...
Steers qualify for state 7on7 in first competition
Steers qualify for state 7on7 in first competition News Staff Mon, 05/20/2024 - 2:52 pm (GRAHAM STEERS 7ON7 | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The Graham Steers 7on7 team qualified for the state tournament at their first qualifying event of the season in Justin last weekend. The Steers went 3-0 in pool play to reach the championship game and they pulled out a 14-12 win...
Extension service offers summer camps
Extension service offers summer camps Brian Smith Wed, 05/22/2024 - 10:15 am Youth summer camps are being offered by the Jack County Ag Extension office. Last year’s science camp was very well attended. File photo Youth summer camps are being offered by the...
OHH briefs Council on planned street closures
Olney Hamilton Hospital briefed the new City Administrator and Councilmembers on a plan to close part of Avenue L to make way for a new hospital plaza, OHH board president Dale Lovett told the City Council on May 13. The Hospital is “working on the design and implementation of the...
City turns down state grant funding
City turns down state grant funding Brian Smith Wed, 05/22/2024 - 10:15 am Jacksboro officials will be working on sidewalks, like this one on N. Archer Street, with city funding, following the city’s decision to reject state grant funding. Photo/Brian Smith ...
City begins budget planning process
With full-on budget preparation just around the corner, Jacksboro City Manager Mike Smith is asking aldermen to look at the city’s strategic plan. City Manager Mike Smith told aldermen at the Monday, May 13 meeting that fiscal year budget discussions began late last week with department heads. …
Newcastle’s tennis duo finishes year at state
Newcastle’s tennis duo finishes year at state News Staff Mon, 05/20/2024 - 2:52 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Newcastle’s mixed doubles pair of senior Isaac King (left) and Mattie Dollar (right) with their regional championship medals they earned. The duo competed at the state tournament last Thursday, May 16 but took a loss in their first match-up in three sets....
TxDOT seeking comments on future projects
TxDOT seeking comments on future projects News Staff Mon, 05/20/2024 - 2:52 pm (TXDOT | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The list of Young County projects on the 2025-2028 Rural Transportation Improvement Program through the Texas Department of Transportation. ...
Court approves new HVAC unit for jail
Court approves new HVAC unit for jail Brian Smith Wed, 05/22/2024 - 10:15 am After much discussion, Jack County commissioners voted 3-2 to approve the purchase of a new heating and air conditioning unit for the Jack County Jail at its Monday, May 13 meeting. The new HVAC system will cost the county $20,326, according to the estimate from Redline Heating & Air, of Decatur. Commissioners had been debating the purchase of the new unit...
Sports Spotlight: Jacksboro baseball seniors lead the way for one of the deepest playoff runs in program history – May 22, 2024
Only one local baseball team remains in the 2024 playoffs. The Jacksboro Tigers represent all of Texoma as the last team standing. Head coach Blake Belcher and his squad have cruised through the first three rounds of the postseason, making each opponent look weak with consecutive series sweeps. The success can be directly attributed to […]
Lando Belcher comes in clutch to help Jacksboro baseball force Game 3 vs. Shallowater
ABILENE — With Jacksboro's season on the brink, there was no one better to come to the plate than Lando Belcher. The senior tied the game with a home run in the fifth inning, and his last at-bat was just as crucial. Belcher belted a double to start a string of nine consecutive two-out...
Group finalizes proposed city charter amendments
Group finalizes proposed city charter amendments News Staff Sat, 05/18/2024 - 3:00 pm Amendments to be enacted following city council, public vote (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Members of the city of Graham Charter Review Working Group finalize the city charter amendments during a...
Family seeking information on missing 15-year-old
Family seeking information on missing 15-year-old News Staff Fri, 05/17/2024 - 9:20 am (CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS) The family of Cerena Pesch and the Young County Sheriff’s Office are seeking information regarding the teen who has been missing since Sunday. ...
County approves La Casa abatement amendments
County approves La Casa abatement amendments News Staff Tue, 05/21/2024 - 5:08 pm Community member Zola George addressed county commissioners Monday, May 13 during a public hearing regarding abatement amendments with La Casa Wind, LLC. Photo/Mike Williams By ...
Looking back at a year of Lady Blues sports
Looking back at a year of Lady Blues sports News Staff Mon, 05/20/2024 - 2:52 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Olivia Pettus (right) passes off the baton to teammate Kaden Atwood (left) during a running relay at a track meet earlier this season. ...
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