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County bridge historical designation creates TxDOT hurdle
County bridge historical designation creates TxDOT hurdle News Staff Tue, 01/09/2024 - 1:04 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Zach Husen, Graham Area Engineer Texas Department of Transportation, speaks with the Young County Commissioners Court regarding the County Road 237 bridge at the Clear Fork of the Brazos River. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The County Road 237 bridge at the Clear Fork of the Brazos River...
Construction starting this month on new Firemen’s Park features
Construction starting this month on new Firemen’s Park features News Staff Tue, 01/09/2024 - 1:04 pm (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Jacob & Martin Project Manager Tristan King speaks with the Graham Parks Department Board of Directors during their meeting held Wednesday, Jan. 3. (TRISTAN KING | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The area where the small and large dog park will be constructed in Firemen’s Park in Graham. Construction on the...
Steers soccer earns first win of season over Sweetwater
Steers soccer earns first win of season over Sweetwater News Staff Tue, 01/09/2024 - 1:04 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham senior Holton Weatherman takes a penalty kick for the Steers and scores their first goal of the match in a 7-0 win Friday, Jan. 5 over Sweetwater. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham freshman Damian Nora (8) passes to a teammate to get the ball up...
Steers lose final contest with Wichita Falls Coyotes
Steers lose final contest with Wichita Falls Coyotes News Staff Tue, 01/09/2024 - 1:04 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Samuel Rodgers (35) passes out of the key to a teammate for an open shot during the team’s 58-48 loss Saturday, Jan. 6 to Wichita Falls. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Tyson Weaver (3) sets his feet to shoot a 3-pointer during Graham’s final match-up ever...
Lady Blues finish second at Gainesville tournament
Lady Blues finish second at Gainesville tournament News Staff Tue, 01/09/2024 - 1:04 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Sophomore Mai Bara (5) crosses a pass to one of her teammates during one of Graham’s games at the Gainesville tournament over the weekend. The Lady Blues took 2nd place overall and finished with a 3-1 record. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Lady Blues head coach Casey Weil talks...
5-year-old injured on new Firemen's Park playground
5-year-old injured on new Firemen's Park playground News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:59 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The 'Inclusive Orbit' which is part of the new playground equipment at Firemen's Park. The new feature is currently inoperable after an accident occurred Thursday, Dec. 28 where a 5-year-old Throckmorton girl was injured. ...
GFD makes donation for local breast cancer patients
GFD makes donation for local breast cancer patients News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:46 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Members of Graham Fire Department presented a check Tuesday, Jan. 2 for $1,000 to Graham Regional Medical Center to be used for local breast cancer patients. Shown from left to right are Brandon Thomas, Cole Carlin, Daniel Webb, Cole Epperson and Shane Kernell. ...
Taking the stage: GRT announces 2024 season
Taking the stage: GRT announces 2024 season News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:46 am (ARCHIVE PHOTO | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The Graham Regional Theater 2023 summer musical production of 'The Wizard of Oz' at the Memorial Auditorium in Graham. The summer musical for the upcoming season will be 'Young Frankenstein.' ...
Year in Review: Looking back at news highlights
Year in Review: Looking back at news highlights News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:46 am (ARCHIVE PHOTO | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham Fire Department Chief Jim Don Laurent and Texas Division of Emergency Management Young County Liaison Jarod Cook examine a truck which rolled over Tuesday, Nov. 14 in the 2900 block of Rocky Mound Road. (ARCHIVE PHOTO | THE GRAHAM LEADER) An Air Tractor Fire Boss scoops water out...
No. 2 Ladycats take down No. 1 Throckmorton in district clash
No. 2 Ladycats take down No. 1 Throckmorton in district clash News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:46 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Newcastle’s Mattie Dollar shoots a jump shot over a Throckmorton defender during the Ladycats’ 54-30 win over the Lady Hounds this past Tuesday, Jan. 2. Dollar recorded a double-double and scored 33 of her team’s 54 points in the win. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER)...
Bobcats chase away Greyhounds in 72-19 victory
Bobcats chase away Greyhounds in 72-19 victory News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:45 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Sophomore Tristan Clemons looks for a teammate to pass to during Newcastle’s district match-up against Throckmorton. The Bobcats handled the Greyhounds with ease as they won 72-19. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Newcastle junior Ben Burk eyes a Throckmorton ball handler as he sets to play defense during the...
Williams, Thompson named Athletes of the Week
Williams, Thompson named Athletes of the Week News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:45 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Junior Ty Thompson is the point guard for a strong Steers squad this year. His play has improved throughout the season and he makes an impact everywhere on the floor — offense or defense. For his play recently, Thompson was named as one of The Leader’s Athletes of the Week. ...
Steers, Lady Blues bring home wins from Castleberry
Steers, Lady Blues bring home wins from Castleberry News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:45 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Cash Bowen elevates over a defender for a post jump shot during one of the team’s games earlier this season. On Tuesday, Jan. 2, the Steers traveled to Castleberry and defeated the Lions 74-46. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) The Lady Blues’ Fayth Bryer (5) catches the...
Steers soccer takes loss in season-opener
Steers soccer takes loss in season-opener News Staff Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:38 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham junior Easton Hedge (99) brings the ball across midfield during the Steers’ 4-3 season-opening loss to the Carter-Riverside Eagles. Hedge had the first of the Steers’ three goals in the match. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Jesus Lucio (9) ties the game 3-3 on a penalty kick goal...
Steers win big over Millsap in final 2023 game
Steers win big over Millsap in final 2023 game News Staff Wed, 01/03/2024 - 2:05 pm (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Keion Shead elevates for a shot at the rim over Millsap defenders during Graham’s 66-38 win last Saturday, Dec. 30. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham’s Ty Thompson jumps against a Millsap player as the two fight for a rebound during the Steers’ 66-38 win over...
Steers face tough competition at Fredericksburg tourney
Steers face tough competition at Fredericksburg tourney News Staff Tue, 01/02/2024 - 11:29 am (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Senior Tyson Weaver shoots a 3-pointer during one of the team’s games earlier this season. Weaver made the All-Tournament team at the Fredericksburg tournament for his performances during Graham’s four games. (TC GORDON | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Junior Ty Thompson drives with the ball past a defender during one of...
Browning returns as OPOMAC director
Browning returns as OPOMAC director News Staff Tue, 01/02/2024 - 9:15 am (ARCHIVE PHOTO | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Old Post Office Museum and Art Center Director Lynsey Browning poses next to winners in the 2019 Art at the OPOMAC national juried art show. Shown from left to right are Browning, Award of Excellence winner Hollan Holmes, Best in Show winner Stuart Roper and Judge’s Choice winner Steve Miller. ...
GCA closing out season with two 2024 performances
GCA closing out season with two 2024 performances News Staff Tue, 01/02/2024 - 9:15 am (GRANT INGRAM | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) Lee Roy Parnell performs Sunday, Dec. 3 at the Memorial Auditorium in Graham as part of the 78th season for the Graham Concert Association. The organization has two more shows left in its season. ...
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