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  • What a time on the diamond!

    Thursday, July 31

    To say I had an absolute blast covering Aledo High School baseball and softball this year would be an understatement. The softball team made another impressive run to the state semifinals after …

  • UTA office ribbon cutting

    Thursday, July 31

  • Aledo: No Ice Rink at Christmas Tyme

    Thursday, July 31

    During the July Aledo city council meeting, the council voted to not move forward with the ice skating rink during Christmas Tyme in Aledo following a presentation by city staff. Laura Weber, …

  • Doing what they do best — again

    Thursday, July 31

    Nearly four decades ago Mach I Track Club of Weatherford did, as Curly said in the movie “City Slickers,” found that “one thing.” Of course, the old expression is to find …

  • Numerous Bearcats receive recognition following title

    Thursday, July 31

    After capturing their second state title in program history — both under the guidance of head coach Chad Barry — the Aledo Bearcats baseball team saw the players earn their flowers with …

  • Look at it This Way: Barry one of the good guys

    Thursday, July 31

    You may or may not know Aledo Bearcats baseball head coach Chad Barry. If you don’t, let me tell you he’s a pretty good fellow to have in your corner. Of course, he’s one of …

  • Journey of a lifetime: Aledo seniors bring childhood dreams to life

    Thursday, July 31

    Water flowed out into the sky under the bright lights at Dell Diamond Field like aquatic confetti dancing across the sky in Round Rock. Accompanied by energetic celebrations, emotional outpouring, …

  • Rodeo: Friends share NHSRA experience

    Thursday, July 31

    For a second straight summer Weatherford has a national high school rodeo champion. A year after his good friend Jack Mitchell won a title in bull riding, Brodey Clemons followed by winning the …

  • Swimming: Wild qualifies plenty for TAAF state

    Thursday, July 31

    With almost half of their regional competitors moving on, the Weatherford Wild swim team will be well-represented at the upcoming Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Games of Texas July 31-Aug. 3 in …

  • Sports Briefs - August 1, 2025

    Thursday, July 31

    Volleyball workouts set to begin Friday, Aug. 1 is the first day for volleyball teams across Texas in the University Interscholastic League to begin workouts and issue equipment. The first …

  • Golf: Aledo quintet competes in FW Junior

    Thursday, July 31

    Five members of the Aledo Bearcats competed in the Fort Worth Junior Golf Association Boys Championship this past week, continuing a string of strong performances over the years. While there …

  • Supersonic set for AAU nationals debut

    Thursday, July 31

    After six seasons of competing exclusively in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF), the Supersonic Track Club in Weatherford is making its Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) debut by sending seven …

  • It’s Live from the Malt Shop

    Thursday, July 31

    The stage was set as a capacity crowd filled the Malt Shop’s site waiting for WFAA’s Paige Smith to cue them for a live segment on “Good Morning, Texas.” Breakfast was …

  • Senior Center celebrates 50 years

    Thursday, July 31

    The Parker County Senior Center/Meals on Wheels celebrated 50 years of service at a reception on Thursday, July 24. In association with that event, the center is holding a “50 for …

  • Capital Highlights: Kerr County death toll now at 108; two still missing

    Thursday, July 31

    The number of people still missing in the July 4 Kerr County flood dropped to two after another body was recovered last week, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The two still …

  • Weatherford: Council approves purchase of new fire trucks

    Thursday, July 31

    Unanimously passing the purchase of two new firetrucks for $3.7 million, the Weatherford City Council had their eyes on the future July 22. Weatherford Fire Chief Jonathan Peacock explained the …

  • Hudson Oaks: Water in, wastewater out

    Thursday, July 31

    The city council is keeping pace with Hudson Oaks’ rapid growth and the amenities it offers to residents. July’s meeting began with a comprehensive overview from Freese and Nichols …

  • Willow Park: Reasons, Resignations, and Rescindments

    Thursday, July 31

    Reporter’s note: We seldom feel the need to explain ourselves, but the ongoing story of chaos and tension at Willow Park City Hall requires, on our part, a careful, steady, and meticulous …

  • Willow Park: Fireworks at city hall

    Thursday, July 31

    It’s been a few weeks since the Fourth of July, but that didn’t stop the Willow Park City Hall from having fireworks at a special meeting of the city council on Monday, July 28. …

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