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In the years before oil dominated the Texas economy, farmers and ranchers made the state’s reputation through the hard days of tilling the soil and driving countless herds of cattle.
After fighting for nearly a decade for control of the Olney Savings and Loan building, the City finally acquired it “as-is” for “ten dollars and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged.” The City released the estate of Majid Hemassi from a lawsuit filed in 2014 in exchange for ownership of the prime 2.1-acre property
The Texas Senate recently honored Olney philanthropist Carla Perry with a resolution that expressed its high regard for her work benefiting the citizens of Young County through her family foundation and long record of service to the community. Sen. Drew Springer brought the proclamation to the Senate floor on Feb. 21, designated Young County Day. Mayor Rue Rogers presented
Voting concluded Saturday in the general and special elections held in Young County, with the passing of a $22 million bond measure from Newcastle ISD and the failing of a $49.4 million bond measure from Graham ISD. Election day was held Saturday, May 6, with voting available at five locations throughout the county. Early voting was held from Monday, April 24 through Tuesday, May 2 at two county locations.
Today is the final opportunity to vote in general and special Young County elections. Election day voting is being held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 6 at five locations around the county. Voting will be held at Newcastle First Baptist Church, at 501 Graham St.; First United Methodist Church of Graham, at 700 Third St.; Loving Volunteer Fire Department, at 8891 Hwy. 114; North Central Texas College, at 928 Cherry St.; and Olney Community Library, at 907 W. Hamilton St.