The Olney City Council has narrowed its search for a new police chief to three finalists, including two local candidates and one from outside the area, Mayor Rue Rogers said.
Olney residents packed Stewart’s Food Store on Saturday to help celebrate the hometown grocer’s 50th anniversary, marking a half-century of service, smiles, and community spirit.
Olney’s own Isabel Piegat, 14, is making waves—literally. The young swimmer recently competed in a USA Swim meet hosted by an Oklahoma-based team and came home with her first-ever “A” time in the 100yard freestyle, marking a major milestone in her swimming journey.
Main Street in Olney was transformed into a scene straight out of a storybook Friday night as hundreds of costumed children, parents, and even a few festively dressed dogs packed downtown for the Olney Chamber of Commerce’s annual Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat event. Witches, superheroes, pi- rates, and princesses darted between decorated trunks as local businesses and organizations handed out candy and showed off their creative Halloween displays. The smell of popcorn and the sound of laughter filled the cool autumn air as families from Olney, Megargel, and Archer City joined in the fun.
GRAHAM — Graham resident Ryan Mote opened his family property off FM 61 to neighbors on Saturday, inviting Young County residents to see firsthand the land he says will be directly impacted by a proposed multi-billion-dollar data center project.
213 E. Main St.
PO Box 577
Olney, Texas 76374
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