After more than a century without an official name, Young County Commissioners voted unanimously on April 14 to formally designate the historic Black cemetery on the U.S. 380 bypass as the William P. Johnston Cemetery, in honor of the man who cared for the burial ground for decades without compensation.
Restoration work on the century-old Sub Courthouse annex building on South Grand Avenue is proving more extensive than originally expected, but the project remains on track financially, Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Tom Parker told the Olney City Council on April 14.
Young County Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution at their April 14 meeting supporting state legislation that would boost funding for rural emergency medical services, a move they hope will send a strong message to lawmakers in Austin.
Congressman Roger Williams Addresses Tariffs, Budget Cuts, and Small Business Regulation in Olney Visit U.S. Congressman Roger Williams toured Tower Extrusions on April 22 and fielded questions from local officials, business leaders, and journalists, speaking about federal tariff policy, proposed budget cuts, and economic challenges facing rural Texas communities.
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