News
City approves ordinance restricting use of electric scooters
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (127+ words) Following a public hearing and discussion with amendments, the Graham City Council voted to enact an ordinance that would add electric scooter restrictions, primarily for those under 16 years old. A public hearing was held Thursday, April 2 alongside the city council…...
Lady Blues first, Steers fifth at Brock HS Invitational
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (100+ words) With the postseason beginning this week for Graham track and field, both Graham High School teams took part in their final tuneups last week. Brock High School hosted its annual Brock High School Invitational with 12 girls" varsity teams and 13 boys…...
City of Graham responds to RKJ lawsuit
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (113+ words) The city of Graham responded in March to a lawsuit filed by RKJ Adventures, LLC seeking over $1 million in relief for an alleged breach of contract regarding a 2022 lease agreement for Lake Eddleman Park. The city of Graham submitted an…...
Lady Blues stung by Honeybees
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (119+ words) While the Lady Blues were able to make solid contact, the team's struggles continued in a matinee softball game against Stephenville. Despite 10 hits and combined nine drawn walks, the Lady Blues fell 20-6 against the Honeybees. Ruby Shaffer, Hudson Wright and…...
Steers earn first district win
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (122+ words) The Steers bounced back to earn their first win of the district season with an 8-2 win Thursday, April 2, on the road at Brownwood. Looking to find their first win since March 6, the Steers entered the district matchup, trying to earn…...
Early voting upcoming for May election
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (127+ words) In a little over two weeks, early voting will begin for the May local election which has contested races across the county. On the ballot in May will be local elections for the Graham Hospital District, Newcastle ISD, Olney ISD…...
Graham hosting police K-9 certification trials next week
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (121+ words) Around 25 police canines and their handlers will be visiting Graham next week to participate in the United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) Region 25 certification trials. The certification trials will be held from April 7-9 at the Young County Arena as well…...
Reese hits the bench at state powerlifting
1+ week, 2+ day ago (108+ words) Mc Crae Reese was the solo Steer who represented his community during Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Championships held last week in Abilene. Reese competed in the Division 2 competition that was held Friday, March 27 at the Taylor County Expo…...
NISD students heading to UIL regional academic competition
1+ week, 2+ day ago (47+ words) The Graham Leader NISD students heading to UIL regional academic competition Eighteen Newcastle High School students will be advancing to the UIL regional competition after their success at the district academic meet last week where they were named overall champions....
DSHS launches state low-cost spay, neuter program
1+ week, 2+ day ago (37+ words) The Graham Leader DSHS launches state low-cost spay, neuter program The Texas Department of State Health Services is providing grant funding for a sterilization program for dogs and cats....