News Stories
The city of Graham and Young County did well in accruing sales tax rebates in May, continuing an upward trend seen so far this year.
By Brenda Sommer
The Library of Graham’s annual Summer Reading Program kicked off last week in Graham, with the goal of promoting continued reading and education in Graham.
By Thomas Wallner
The Graham Farmers Market began last month and at its location on the intersection of 4th and West St. business has been booming for the vendors each Saturday.
By Thomas Wallner
The Graham High School FFA program has had a tremendous 2017-18 year with multiple accolades from major shows in San Angelo, San Antonio and Houston and reaching state in multiple programs and nati
By Thomas Wallner
The May 22 Republican primary runoff election ended on Tuesday deciding the positions of Young County Commissioner of Pct. 2 and Justice of the Peace of Pct. 1.
By Thomas Wallner
The Olney acting police chief who resigned in March after being arrested by a Texas Ranger was arrested Friday on felony charges for assaults in Young and Wichita counties.
By Brenda Sommer
The Young County Jail passed its annual inspection from the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, whichwas given last month.Young County Jail Administrator Mitchell Netterville said the two-day inspe
By Thomas Wallner
Investigators are looking into the cause of a serious boat collision Sunday at Possum Kingdom Lake that sent two adults and a child to the hospital.
By Brenda Sommer
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Sports
Brownwood native Jaxon Shipley held a one-day wide receiver clinic for Graham youngsters Wednesday evening under the lights of Newton Field. Roughly 30 young athletes took part in the camp.
Graham High School Lady Blues softball players joined coaches in teaching the fundamentals of softball to young athletes, and had a little fun while they were at it.
One of 10 options on the list of athletic camps available for local youngsters this summer was the Graham High School baseball program’s threeday session this week.
Obituaries
Bobbie James Smith, 81, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018, in Graham. He was Bob, Dad, Pawpaw, Coach Smith and friend to many.
Buddy Carl Gregg, 70, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018 in Graham. A graveside service will be Wednesday, June 13, at 2 p.m. in Pioneer Cemetery.
Dock Dwayne Cawthon, 84, of Graham, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in Burleson. Graveside service will be Saturday, June 16, at 10:30 a.m. at Restland Cemetery in Olney.
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