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City working on safety solution for inclusive orbit at Firemen’s Park
City working on safety solution for inclusive orbit at Firemen’s Park News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 1:06 pm (THE GRAHAM LEADER | ARCHIVE PHOTO) The inclusive orbit playground equipment at Firemen’s Park which will be receiving a rubber strip along the gap as a safety measure. The Inclusive Orbit includes a spinning platform, similar to a merry-go-round, but is flush to the ground to allow for inclusive access. (THOMAS WALLNER...
Brooks, Ramos named Athletes of the Week
Brooks, Ramos named Athletes of the Week News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 1:00 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Meagan Brooks of the Lady Blues is the starting catcher for the softball team and provides quality offense and defense every game. In the last week, she had numerous hits, recorded multiple RBIs and even hit a home run during a tournament game over the weekend. (TC GORDON |...
Lady Blues hold lead for win over Peaster
Lady Blues hold lead for win over Peaster News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:58 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham shortstop Olga Morales connects with a ball for a big hit during the team’s 9-6 win over Peaster this past Monday, Feb. 26. Morales finished the game a perfect 4-for-4 in the batter’s box. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Zoey Harrell releases a pitch in relief...
Lady Blues soccer falls 6-1 against Old High
Lady Blues soccer falls 6-1 against Old High News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:56 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham junior Camden Thorne touches the ball to gain control after receiving a pass from a teammate during the team’s district game Tuesday, Feb. 27 against Wichita Falls Old High. The Lady Blues took a tough 6-1 loss. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham freshman Adi Pinkston dribbles...
Steers lose heartbreaker in PKs to Old High Coyotes
Steers lose heartbreaker in PKs to Old High Coyotes News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:53 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham defenders work together to clear the ball out to prevent Old High from scoring during a game between the two teams Tuesday, Feb. 27. The Steers and Coyotes tied 2-2 at the end of regulation, but the Steers lost 6-5 in the penalty kick shootout. (TC GORDON...
Steers golf finishes fourth in home competition
Steers golf finishes fourth in home competition News Staff Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:04 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Riley Lanham drives a shot from the tee box near the end of his round during an invitational event Monday, Feb. 26 hosted at the Graham Country Club. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Lawson Marin begins his shot looking to make it onto the green during an...
Ladycats blow out Westbrook, heading to 1A championship
Ladycats blow out Westbrook, heading to 1A championship News Staff Thu, 02/29/2024 - 11:50 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The Newcastle Ladycats pose with their state semifinal banner after defeating Westbrook 59-37 to advance to the state title game. The Ladycats will play Saturday, March 2 for the state title. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Mya Cabrera elevates over Westbrook defenders for a mid-range shot during...
Two killed in crash following pursuit
Two killed in crash following pursuit News Staff Wed, 02/28/2024 - 11:02 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) A vehicle pursuit early Saturday morning ended near the intersection of First Street and Texas Street in Graham when the vehicle went airborne, landed and struck a tree resulting in the deaths of the driver and passenger. ...
Steers lift in Decatur, five advance to regionals
Steers lift in Decatur, five advance to regionals News Staff Wed, 02/28/2024 - 10:54 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Kaleb Crawford, of Graham’s powerlifting team, sets his feet in the right position for one of his squat lifts during a meet earlier this season. The Steers recently competed at a powerlifting Last Chance Qualifier event, and five of them have qualified for the regional meet Saturday, March 2. ...
Crowning achievement: Madi Wilde named All-American Girl
Crowning achievement: Madi Wilde named All-American Girl News Staff Tue, 02/27/2024 - 12:08 pm (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Madi Wilde (left) speaks with her friends after being crowned All-American Girl in the All-American Girl Pageant held Saturday, Feb. 24 at Memorial Auditorium in Graham. Eight high school students participated in the event this year. (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Abrianna Clay sings during the talent portion of...
THLN updates shelter, public on new animal laws
THLN updates shelter, public on new animal laws News Staff Tue, 02/27/2024 - 11:43 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Texas Humane Legislation Network Executive Director Shelby Bobosky provides an overview Sunday, Feb. 25 of new laws in effect in Texas which were passed in the last legislative session. (THE GRAHAM LEADER | ARCHIVE PHOTO) A dog sits behind a kennel at the Humane Society of Young County in...
GHS track and field dominates Ram Relays
GHS track and field dominates Ram Relays News Staff Tue, 02/27/2024 - 11:10 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Rylan Monsey twists his body over the bar during the pole vault competition as part of the Ram Relays in Mineral Wells last Saturday, Feb. 24. The meet was the first of the season for track and field. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Hallie Gough begins her...
Lady Blues have strong showing at Abilene tourney
Lady Blues have strong showing at Abilene tourney News Staff Tue, 02/27/2024 - 11:01 am (MIKE WILLIAMS | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) Graham infielder Mayci Ryans lays down a bunt to try to get on base during one of the team’s games in the Abilene tournament over the weekend. (MIKE WILLIAMS | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) Graham’s Olga Morales rounds second and heads for third base during one of the team’s games in the...
Steers finish 1-3 in Clyde baseball tournament
Steers finish 1-3 in Clyde baseball tournament News Staff Tue, 02/27/2024 - 10:47 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham sophomore Tripp Mahaney connects with a pitch and drives it for a base hit during one of the team’s games in the Clyde tournament over the weekend. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Tate Loesch fields a bunt and makes an off-balance throw to first to try to...
Ladycats win Region 3, advance to state tournament
Ladycats win Region 3, advance to state tournament News Staff Sun, 02/25/2024 - 10:33 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The Newcastle Ladycats stand with their Region 3 championship trophy Saturday, Feb. 24 after they defeated Dodd City 55-26 to advance to the state tournament in San Antonio. The Ladycats will take on Westbrook in the first semifinal Thursday, Feb. 29 at 8:30 a.m. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM...
One arrested in cross-county pursuit
One arrested in cross-county pursuit News Staff Fri, 02/23/2024 - 12:45 pm (YCSO | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) Multiple area law enforcement agencies were involved in a vehicle pursuit that began on FM 209 in Young County, ended in Throckmorton County and resulted in one arrest Wednesday afternoon. Juan Diaz, 58, of Graham, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 21, on multiple charges. ...
Candidates file for Young County elections in May
Candidates file for Young County elections in May News Staff Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:38 am (THE GRAHAM LEADER | ARCHIVE PHOTO) The candidate filing period for the upcoming May election ended Friday, Feb. 16 across the state and in Young County. Local seats were up for election for city council, school board and the hospital districts in the county. ...
GRMC construction continues on schedule
GRMC construction continues on schedule News Staff Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:22 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The west side of Graham Regional Medical Center has expanded to feature a new 4,000 square foot addition to provide more space for clinics and patient care. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The ambulance bay at Graham Regional Medical Center is the item nearest to completion in GRMC’s major construction project....
Calhoun, Bowen earn Athletes of the Week
Calhoun, Bowen earn Athletes of the Week News Staff Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:20 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Reese Calhoun is a four-year starter for the Lady Blues softball team who contributes on both sides of the ball. She’s one of the team’s top pitchers and racked up the strikeouts in the last week. In Graham’s win over Rider, Calhoun smacked a grand slam to help lead her team to the win on offense and in the pitching circle. ...
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