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County Adopts Lower Property Tax Rate

Thu, 08/28/2025 - 11:51pm

Young County Commissioners approved a $19.4 million budget and lowered the property tax rate during their Aug. 25 meeting, adopting a financial plan that balances employee pay raises, infrastructure improvements, and public safety needs with a modest increase in property tax revenue.

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The OHS 2026 Seniors kept a much-loved student tradition alive with the painting of the intersection of Hwy 114 and Hwy 79. This years Seniors are: Joseth Acuna, Payton Hembree, Addison Agraz, Alyson Hernandez, Patrice Allen, Savannah Jones, Allison Alvar

With the help of the Olney Police Department the OHS Seniors were able to safely make their mark on Hwy 114. Photo by Will Sadler

Senior Cubs Paint the Town Red

Thu, 08/28/2025 - 11:51pm

Senior Cubs Paint the Town Red

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Former Texas Senator Drew Springer joined former Blackwater contractors Dustin Heard of Olney and Paul Slough of Sanger, Texas at an Aug. 17 book signing sponsored by the Olney Enterprise at Hudson’s on Main, celebrating the release of Raven 23: How the

(Left): Former Texas Senator Drew Springer described how he organized a bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers to sign a letter to a Washington D.C. judge advocating for the release of the wrongfully convicted Raven 23 men. Mr. Springer and his fellow signer

(Right): Family members, supporters and friends of Dustin Heard, Paul Slough, Nick Slatten and Evan Liberty lined up to get books signed at the Aug. 17 event at Hudson’s on Main in Olney, sponsored by the Olney Enterprise. (L-R): Dustin Heard’s sister

Military and Blackwater veterans came to Olney from all over Texas to support the men of Raven 23 at an Aug. 17 book signing sponsored by the Olney Enterprise at Hudson’s on Main. (L-R): Olney American Legion Vice Commander Eric Loggins, District Zone C

Heritage Museum docents Ann Cumpton and Barbara Larimore helped organize the Raven 23 book signing at Hudson’s on Main. Docents Lisa Lunsford, Anna Rogers, Trudy Capps, and Syndal McClatchy were not able to attend. Photo by Will Sadler

Former Olney Police Chief Dan Birbeck took time out of his schedule as police chief for the City of Vernon to attend the Aug. 17 book signing at Hudson’s on Main, sponsored by the Olney Enterprise. (L-R): Author Gina Keating, Dan Birbeck. Photo by Will

Olney Turns Out For Raven 23 Book Signing at Hudson’s on Main

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 4:00am

Olney Turns Out For Raven 23 Book Signing at Hudson’s on Main

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Coach Dustin Altmiller is tapped for the OISD Athletic Director and Head Cub Football Coach position. Shown here giving notes over the scrimmage against Windthorst Trojans. Photo by Will Sadler

Coming Home: Coach Dustin Altmiller Takes the Helm at Olney ISD

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 4:00am

For Dustin Altmiller, the return to Olney isn’t just about football. It’s about coming home.

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Chef and owner/operator of Traviesos is ready for business and brings upscale flavors for small town prices to Olney. Photo by Will Sadler

Traviesos Restaurant Opens in Olney

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 12:00am

Traviesos restaurant opened last week with a deep menu of Italian fare, and quickly was inundated with business, owner-operator Terrance Klande said.

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The Olney Enterprise

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 Olney, Texas 76374

 Phone: (940) 564-5558 
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