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Olney High School seniors participate in Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Real World event. The event is a simulation of what it will be like once living on their own, paying bills and making financial choices that will affect their day-to-day living and

OHS seniors received several lectures from local businesses on the importance and best practices of financial planning. Photo by Will Sadler

Olney Police Department’s Chief Dan Birbeck hosted a table where seniors could spin a wheel and receive a non-planned bill or hardship, prompting discussions of how to adjust a monthly financial plan. Photo by Will Sadler

Olney High School Seniors take a traditional stroll down Olney Elementary School’s Hall in cap & gown before graduating. The children really enjoy the high fives and hugs. Photo by Will Sadler

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension puts graduating seniors through a live simulation of what they can expect financially after living on their own. Photo by Will Sadler

Olney High School Seniors take the stage prior to their 2025 graduation ceremony. Congratulations to the graduates! Photo by Julie Lane

OHS Seniors at Real World, Cap & Gown

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 11:00pm

OHS Seniors at Real World, Cap & Gown

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At the May 12 meeting, the Olney Independent School District Board of Trustees administered the oath of office to two returning Trustees, Hannah Stewart and Summer Branum, and two new members, Reid Miller and Kelly Mahler. Mrs. Branum was re-elected as bo

OISD Board Swears In New Trustees

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 11:00pm

OISD Board Swears In New Trustees

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City Sets May 24 Splash Day at Pool

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 11:00pm

The City of Olney is holding a Splash Day at the municipal swimming pool on Memorial Day, City Secretary Tammy Hourigan said last week.

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Singer-songwriter Aaron Watson, the Top 10 Billboard Country artist, will headline the Olney Chamber of Commerce’s Independence Day celebration, Olney in America on July 3. Photo courtesy of Aaron Watson

Aaron Watson to Headline Olney in America

Wed, 05/14/2025 - 11:00pm

Country music star Aaron Watson will headline this year’s Olney in America celebration on July 3, Chamber of Commerce Director Kimberly Smith announced last week.

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The Olney High School Class of 2025 received more than $80,000 in scholarships from the community at their May 8 Senior Night ceremony. See story and more photos on Page 8. Photo by Will Sadler

OHS Seniors Awarded $80K in Scholarships on Senior Night

Wed, 05/14/2025 - 11:00pm

OHS Seniors Awarded $80K in Scholarships on Senior Night

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OHS Seniors at Real World, Cap & Gown

OISD Board Swears In New Trustees

City Sets May 24 Splash Day at Pool

Aaron Watson to Headline Olney in America

OHS Seniors Awarded $80K in Scholarships on Senior Night

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