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Athletes from Graham and Newcastle were selected for the Academic All-State and Fall Sports All-State teams from the Texas Girls Coaches Association in cross country and volleyball.
Giving back: GJHS Hot Chocolicious teams donate to local nonprofits
11 hours ago · Though the season of giving just passed, local sixth graders this week presented over $4,500 to local nonprofits from funds raised during the annual Hot Chocolicious competition.During the event held in December, two teams of Graham Junior High School students were set up with booths downtown selling hot chocolate and other various goodies in support of nonprofits.
Filing period opens for local elections | The Graham Leader
11 hours ago · The opportunity opened this week for candidates to file for area positions in the upcoming May election.City council and school board seats in Graham, Olney and Newcastle are up for election with applications available at each individual entity. Additionally, there will be open seats for the Olney Hamilton Hospital Board of Directors.
City to apply for TxDOT grants in early 2025 | The Graham Leader
Dec 20, 2024 · Following over a year of planning, the city of Graham is gearing up to apply for grants in 2025 for a proposed sidewalk project and a Salt Creek hike and bike trail. The Transportation Improvements Committee met Thursday, Dec. 12 and spoke about applying for the Texas Department of Transportation grants through …
News | The Graham Leader
It was community support and a pursuit of a passion that kept Vineyard Branch as an iconic downtown location in Graham, and after over 25 years owner Sherry Massey has made her last sale and moved on to a new pursuit.
Year in Review: The Leader looks back at highlights in 2024 news
Jan 3, 2025 · As we wrap up 2024 and are venturing into the new year, The Graham Leader is taking a look back at the local news that happened during the past 12 months. January• An accident in December 2023 at Firemen’s Park sent a 5-year-old Throckmorton girl to the hospital, after her fingers were caught in a new piece of playground equipment. The Inclusive Orbit was a piece of accessible playground ...
About Us | The Graham Leader
The Graham Leader's founding on Aug. 16, 1876 predated the city of Graham's incorporation by 16 years. Former Confederate Army Col. J.W. Graves came to Young County in 1876 to launch the newspaper. By October of the following year, the newspaper had grown to serve 700 readers. In 1944, Mr. and Mrs. E.B. Harris Sr. bought The Leader. Their son, E.B. Harris Jr., who saw The Leader through its ...
City public hearing upcoming for Texas Street waterline project
Feb 2, 2024 · After completing a replacement project for the Texas Street waterline in September 2023, the city of Graham will hold a public hearing next week for citizens to voice their thoughts regarding the construction phase. The public hearing will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at Graham City Hall at 608 Elm St. The project was funded partially through the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA ...
Steers 'not a finished product' but complete strong first half
Oct 7, 2024 · After Graham completed a 55-0 beatdown of Lake Worth to wrap up the non-district portion of the Steers’ 2024 schedule, head coach Clay McChristian smiled when asked what one thing he would like his team to focus on as they move into district games.“I can't name one thing. I'm always the one that's always going to say we got 1,000 things,” the first-year head coach said.
Salary, rate increases headline city budget | The Graham Leader
Sep 3, 2024 · With increases to the tax, sewer and water rates along with employees salary raises through various funds, the city of Graham is hoping to continue to be able to provide services and enhance and expand existing infrastructure.Before the third reading and adoption of the budget Thursday, Aug. 29, Graham Mayor Alex Heartfield spoke on prioritizing community needs such as public safety, street ...