Across House District 68, I have heard from many constituents, county officials, landowners, and community leaders who are concerned about the rapid growth of data centers in rural Texas.
The Olney Chamber of Commerce’s “Music in May” series opened Saturday with a strong turnout at Tom Griffin Park, where the band Playing Possum performed under clear skies and mild spring weather.
The Olney City Council gave final approval needed to establish Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 (TIRZ-1) at the April 27 meeting, opening the gate for Olney Development to start work on several shovel-ready projects..
The City of Olney’s department heads reported steady activity across city operations during the April 27 council meeting, with officials also announcing that the municipal swimming pool is scheduled to open May 26.
After multiple Olney residents reported being placed on hold while trying to reach 911 during an April 14 incident involving a reckless driver, Police Chief Bryan Barrett said the city may need to look at adding layers of backup — even as he cautioned there is no simple fix.
213 E. Main St.
PO Box 577
Olney, Texas 76374
Phone: (940) 564-5558
Fax: (940) 564-3992