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Weatherford history, heritage on display

Few things can match the joy that comes from a home filled with holiday cheer. Add a little history and heritage - well actually, a lot of all of the above - and you've got a season to remember. …

Deportation vow alarms construction industry

The state’s construction industry is voicing concern that President-elect Trump’s vow to deport millions of undocumented immigrants would cause major labor shortfalls, according to …

Reduce Winter Water Use for Year-Round Benefits

The City of Aledo reminds residents that winter is the perfect time to save water and lower utility bills. With the implementation of the Winter Averaging method, sewer charges for residential …
Weatherford Police Chief Lance Arnold and the Weatherford Police Department were honored by Chief Steve Stanford Bridport Texas Police Department, who is also the Accreditation Committee Chairman of the Police Chiefs Association Foundation.

Dickey honored for 35 years of service

Limiting meetings to once a month during November and December because of the holidays made for a slightly larger agenda and a much larger crowd for the Weatherford City Council on Nov. 19. That made …

Board prepares legislative pitch

As 2024 winds to a close, the bi-annual state legislative session in Austin will get underway shortly after the new year. With public school districts across Texas still feeling the squeeze after the …

Mail scam

A letter with the headline, "Weatherford City Council members need to hear from you!" visible through the envelope window could get any citizen’s attention. However, according to various …
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Eagles soar to victory over NCA

WILLOW PARK – The 2024-25 basketball campaign is off to a solid start for the Trinity Christian Academy varsity Eagles. They started off slow, but quickly found their way while hosting Nazarene …

Ladycats complete stellar volleyball season

The Aledo Ladycats volleyball team recently completed arguably its best season in almost a decade and did so in dominant fashion.   The Ladycats (35-8) held a top-5 spot in the state …

Aledo vs. Ryan, Round 2

There's an old saying in football. It's hard to beat a team twice in the same season. The Aledo Bearcats (12-1) are about to put that theory to a test again Saturday when they face the Denton …

Aledo splits doubleheader at Brock 

BROCK – Both the Aledo boys and girls basketball teams took the court Tuesday night, Dec. 3 with a pre-district doubleheader at Brock High School.   Aledo’s hoops programs had …
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Obituaries
Bobby Ray France was born on July 1, 1932 in Hewitt, OK.   He was the son of William Hulen and Ethel France and was one of four children, Hulen Lee, Carl Dewayne and Norman Dale and a sister, …
The year 1956 was known for two very important reasons: the mega hit, ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ and the birth of Leland DuWayne Walker. Born on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 1956, Leland …
Carol Pendley Ozee, 81, of Weatherford,   passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, in Burleson, Texas, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. She was born on June 4, 1943, in Crowell, …
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Weatherford College
To show his appreciation for the attention to detail and care the ambassadors consistently display to campus guests, President Tod Allen Farmer recently honored the student ambassadors by inviting them to dine as VIP guests in the Presidential Dining Suite, where he individually served each student their meal. 

Student Ambassadors lead through service 

Weatherford College student ambassadors are more than just friendly faces; they are the embodiment of the college’s values, serving as dedicated representatives and leaders both on and off …

Board honors veterans

It only seemed fitting that at the Weatherford School Board meeting, which was on Nov. 11 - also Veteran’s Day - that the board recognized the veterans who are part of the Weatherford ISD …

WC signs transfer agreement

Weatherford College and Sam Houston State University entered a new partnership this week designed to create seamless transfer pathways for WC students.   The agreement, signed by WC …

Aledo High School Bearcat Regiment fifth at UIL State

In its 50-year history, never has the Aledo Bearcat Regiment performed such an intricate and challenging show as their 2024 show “On the Throttle.” And, consequently, never in a half …
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A couple of good ‘uns

They are a lovable couple--Dr. Chris Liebrum and his wife, Cindy--known for quickly-triggered smiles, positive attitudes, deep faith and commitment to close-knit families. Married for 52 years, …

Postmaster's Report

Postmaster's Report - Recommended Holiday Shipping and Mailing Dates As the Postmaster for the City of Aledo, I want to assure you that the U.S. Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver …

When ‘tangs’ get ‘tongueled’

Errors committed when speaking sometimes, sadly, result in word entanglements that are simply beyond repair. None of us is immune. And, getting out of verbal messes can be as difficult as …

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