One death and multiple injuries were the result of a two-vehicle wreck over the weekend west of Newcastle.
The wreck occurred at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 approximately 4.5 miles west of Newcastle on Hwy. 380, according to a press release from Texas Department of Public Safety Sergeant Juan Gutierrez.
A two-vehicle wreck occurred last week on Hwy. 380 East which resulted in multiple injuries and one being airlifted to Fort Worth.
According to a preliminary investigation from the Texas Department of Public Safety, the wreck occurred at 5:25 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 on Hwy. 380 East near the 516 mile marker.
As Heritage Methodist Church approaches its 150th anniversary in 2027, the church is celebrating 75 years of service to the community through its current location on Texas Street.
The church will be celebrating 75 years of ministry at 929 Texas St. with a special service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 and a catered lunch in the fellowship hall.
Actors will take the stage for a seventh year bringing to life the characters in the timeless Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol.”
Around 30 actors will be at The Perry theater on the downtown square for seven performances which will take place over two weeks this year.
The show will be held Friday, Dec. 6 though Sunday, Dec. 8 and Thursday, Dec. 12 through Sunday, Dec. 15. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
With renovations to their new facility approaching completion, the nonprofit Young County Museum of History and Culture is one step closer to being a downtown source for county history.
YCMOHC is an organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, research, retelling and exhibition of the history of Young County. The museum includes artifacts, antiques and collectibles representing the earliest recorded history of Young County.
Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of topics ranging from border security to abortion access, education and other issues.
Republicans have expanded their control of both chambers after flipping several seats during this year’s elections. State Comptroller Glenn Hegar has projected the state will have a $20 billion surplus at the start of the 2025 session.
Among the bills already filed:
It was a night of change Wednesday for Graham ISD, as the board announced the retirement of Superintendent Sonny Cruse and accepted the contract for new Superintendent Dr. Mary Johnston.
The board accepted Cruse’s resignation during a special-called meeting Tuesday, May 28. His retirement will be effective Tuesday, Dec. 31, but in the meantime he will transition into the role of superintendent emeritus and provide mentorship and guidance to GISD leadership.
The efforts of a group of students and volunteers with Texas Tech University on the Oak Grove Colored - William P. Johnston Cemetery was recognized by the Society for Historical Archaeology.
The team was selected to receive the third place Mark E. Mack Community Engagement Award.
The holiday season is right around the corner, and with it comes a spirit of giving.
The Salvation Army of Graham is getting set to begin its annual red kettle campaign in an effort to raise funds to help others.
Starting Saturday, Nov. 16 and continuing Monday through Saturday until Tuesday, Dec. 24, volunteers will be stationed at two locations in Graham, ready to receive charitable donations to support the Salvation Army’s efforts.
A pay system review of Graham ISD is set to be conducted by the Texas Association of School Boards following approval this week by the GISD Board of Trustees.
The board met Wednesday, Nov. 13 and approved a budget amendment of $10,500 for the TASB pay system review with a report estimated to be completed by March 2025.
