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As we wrap up 2024 and are venturing into the new year, The Graham Leader is taking a look back at the local news that happened during the past 12 months.
Humane society seeking community support | The Graham Leader
13 hours ago · The Humane Society of Young County works to help stray and unwanted animals throughout the county and the nonprofit is currently looking to the community for support after being over capacity.Director Shelby Brogdon said the shelter’s capacity is 24 dogs and 51 cats and has been operating over that capacity almost consistently since spring.
A life of service: Graham remembers Fire Chief Dennie Covey
13 hours ago · The community and members of Graham Fire Rescue lined the streets Sunday to honor former fire chief Dennie Covey who passed away over the weekend, closing out a lifetime of service.It was in 1986 that Covey got his start at the Graham department volunteering and in 1993 was hired full time. Bill Shaklin, who was the fire chief at the time, told Covey he had the makings of a good chief.
News | The Graham Leader
The Young County Junior Livestock Show County Fair is taking off this month and registration is still open in multiple events. The fair will be held at the and Young County Arena, encompassing the Creative Arts Contest, Floral Design Contest, Ag …
Year in Review: The Leader looks back at highlights in 2024 news
4 days ago · As we wrap up 2024 and are venturing into the new year, The Graham Leader is taking a look back at the local news that happened during the past 12 months. January• An accident in December 2023 at Firemen’s Park sent a 5-year-old Throckmorton girl to the hospital, after her fingers were caught in a new piece of playground equipment. The Inclusive Orbit was a piece of accessible playground ...
Steers put up fight, fall to Abilene Cooper | The Graham Leader
13 hours ago · The beginning of the home matchup against Abilene Cooper could have been the end of the effort for the Steers, but they continued to fight and lessen the scoring gap seen throughout the game.Though the game ultimately ended in a 46-54 loss Friday, Jan. 3, the Steers never gave up and continued to be a force across the court.
Year in Review: Looking back at news highlights
Jan 5, 2024 · As 2023 has come and gone and we are venturing into the new year, The Graham Leader is taking a look back at the local news that happened during the past 12 months. January • Young County Judge Win Graham was sworn into office Sunday, Jan. 1 succeeding former Young County Judge John Bullock, who retired after holding the position since 2011.
City streets department gears up for 2024 projects
Jan 12, 2024 · With the majority of proposed projects completed for the 2023 year, the city of Graham Streets Department has a full list of planned repaving projects scheduled for 2024 across the city. Some of the highlights of projects finished in 2023 include the entirety of Pioneer Cemetery, Indiana Street from Hillcrest Drive to Fourth Street and Carolina Street from Hillcrest Drive to the roundabout.
City approves first reading of proposed FY24-25 budget
Jul 22, 2024 · A first reading of the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year was approved by the Graham City Council last week with suggested cost-of-living adjustment raises and increases to the city’s street repairs.The city has eight major operating funds which are the general fund, water and sewer fund, garbage fund and special purpose funds for the Young County Arena, Graham Municipal Airport ...
More housing options opening up in Graham | The Graham Leader
Nov 5, 2024 · Multiple projects are underway or being considered within Graham as the city looks to fill a growing need for housing in the area.Public Works Director Randall Dawson said there are currently three different builders looking at future projects …