Listening to Don Collins describe his experience with migrants moving westward in the 1930s is like reading a passage from The Grapes of Wrath. This should not be surprising since Collins, 94, …
If you see Davhon Keys lost in thought, he might be contemplating the best way to get around an opponent's offensive line. Or the Aledo Bearcats senior linebacker could be thinking about which …
A building rich with history, fame and architecture, Steve Bolton bought the El Chico Club House in 1979. A single guy at the time, Bolton wanted a property he could work on himself. Starting in …
Grace House Ministries is celebrating its 30th Anniversary in Parker County this month and Executive Director Charley Rickey said the plan is to continue to expand and provide more services to people …
Amanda Lollar still remembers the day in 1988 when she happened upon an injured bat. The Parker County woman was well aware of the negative stereotypes associated with the furry little …
Long before he was leading junior college baseball programs to world series, Jeff Lightfoot was a standout athlete at Weatherford High School. His honors across two sports included being an …
For Bill McAdams, Jr., it's important to tell both sides of a story. The local actor/writer/director decided to write and direct his most recent film based on an incident that reminded him …
Movies aren’t just about visuals. When the message is good, it’s just as important to listen. Such is the case with the latest production from Bill McAdams Jr. and the Aledo Film …
Many people who have hung around Aledo and Annetta for a while have referred to Gay Larson as “Mother Nature.” But Catherine (Cat) Miller and the Parker County Master Gardeners …
On Aug. 5, 1957, American Bandstand, a show catering to teenage baby boomers and featuring popular songs and dances of the time, made its television debut. That was also the day that …
From the time she was a young girl, Hailey Bailey knew she wanted to be in show business. Originally from Fort Worth, Bailey and her family moved to the Willow Park area when she was …
Since 1878 Aledo United Methodist Church has opened its doors open to the community, giving people a safe place to go. The church has grown immensely …
From Pete’s to Jake’s With an anticipated opening in mid-August, Jake’s Burgers is hoping to bring life back into an old building off of FM 1187, a community hot spot during …
If you think going to the Bahamas is going to be a break from the Texas heat, well, sorry. The temperature while the lovely Mrs. Junell and I were there …
Constable Scott Jones has a tagline, and it can be seen in proud silver letters on the back of two of his three constable vehicles for Precinct 4. “Proudly Serving Our Courts and …
By Rick Mauch The Community News Hannah Baker has found the love of her life — theatre. If early results are an indication, she and the stage look to have a long and healthy …
Beatrice Marron took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and let her nostrils absorb the aroma around her. While silence wasn't necessary, those around her nonetheless said nothing in the moment. …
With the “dog” days of summer right around the corner, it is important to remember that our four-legged friends rely on us to help them keep cool. City of Weatherford …
Nov. 29, 2010, was the worst day of Kaye Jordan's life. Her only son, Austin Staggs, a 19-year old private first class in the Army, was killed by an Afghan soldier during his first and …
In a century of living, Jean Buford has clearly seen a lot. But even she was overwhelmed by the turnout for her 100th birthday party Thursday, May 11, at the Parker County Senior Center. A crowd …
Tom Fitzpatrick is a man with a vision. By the time the self-proclaimed “Army brat” was elected Mayor of Hudson Oaks in May of 2022 and following his 21-year tenure as a city council …
A child's imagination is an amazing thing. Six students from Stuard Elementary School are proof. Working together, their Destination Imagination team finished eighth in the state at the recent …
Described as a "rising tide couple," Lance and Julie Turner of Aledo were recently honored by Express Employment Professionals as Franchisee of the Year at the company’s recent International …
The Weatherford College Foundation welcomed nearly 700 attendees to the 13th annual Taste of Parker County held at Heritage Park on April 20. “This fun, community event …
Former Aledo Bearcat Chuck Filiaga has earned a chance to shine at the highest level of football there is. Filiaga signed a three-year free agent contract with the Green Bay Packers on Monday, May …
