Gary and Marilynn Raines moved to Grapeland in the latter part of 1978 from Beaver, Oklahoma, a small town in the panhandle. They have three daughters: Heather (16), Morrell (8), and Crystal (5).

Mr. and Mrs. Raines purchased Gra-Tex Colorvision from V.E. “Bubba” Murray and Johnny Johnson and changed the name to Grapeland Cable TV Co.

The cable system was installed in 1972 and turned on in 1974. The original system offered channels 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 13. 

In August of 1979, a new tower and headend equipment were installed. They now offer 15 channels and have upgraded the system by adding microwave and two satellite receivers.

Mr. and Mrs. Raines purchased the office building at 122 South Oak from the Pat Taylor estate and have completed extensive remodeling.