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Crew from Texas-New Mexico Power and Brazos Communications hung new banners created by Keep Olney Beautiful to honor the City’s military veterans along Main Street. Photo by Kyle Turner

Main St. Banners Honor Olney Vets

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

Main St. Banners Honor Olney Vets

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Chris Garcia Named District Commander

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

Chris Garcia, commander of American Legion Post 414 in Olney, has been elected as the new District Commander for the American Legion’s District 13, marking a significant achievement for him and promising new opportunities for Olney and the surrounding communities.

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The annual Newcastle Volunteer Fire Departments Fish Fry and Auction had community members lining up in droves for a delicious catfish dinner and a chance to outbid neighbors for some great items in the silent auction. Photo by Will Sadler

Fire Chief Kris Brice and Assistant Fire Chief Aaron Gowens, with the help of friends, family and volunteer firefighters, fed countless attendees during the Newcastle Fire Department’s only fundraiser of the year. Photo by Will Sadler

Newcastle Volunteer Firefighters Annual Fish Fry

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

Newcastle Volunteer Firefighters Annual Fish Fry

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Chief Warns of Vape Pens, Wrong Way Parking

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

Olney Police Chief Dan Birbeck is urging parents to keep a closer eye on their teens following a recent uptick in arrests involving THC vape pens at Olney High School—offenses that could lead to felony charges and lasting consequences for young people.