The success of the annual Boots ’N Bling fundraiser held by the Parker County Health Foundation earlier this year was evident in the size of the checks handed out, both figuratively and literally. …
Monday afternoon (April 13) I received three emails from attorney Ed Huddleston in Weatherford. The emails were identical except one contained the name Marcy Galle, one contained the name Houston …
In the April 10, 2026 issue of The Community News , reference was made to a political banner supporting Roy Kurban, Marcy Galle, and Houston Wingard. It was stated that the banner did not contain the …
The City of Willow Park further expanded its boundaries at its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 14, with the voluntary annexation of 7.29 acres in the southern portion of the city. The land, …
All of those political signs popping up in Willow Park cost money, and recent campaign finance reports reveal where that money is coming from. There are three seats on the Willow Park City …
On March 23, Parker County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Officers responded to a residence in north central Parker County for an animal welfare check. What they discovered was an elaborate …
1 Thessalonians 2:8 “So we cared for you. Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well,” is the core strength behind Young …
Melanie Allen, an almost two-decade resident of Aledo, claimed place 4 on the Aledo City Council after winning a special election with more than 61 percent of the vote. Allen beat out two …
The City of Willow Park grew by another 61.4 acres at its city council meeting on March 24. The council approved the annexation of that acreage which is connected to another 20.3 acres already in the …
The Parker County Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding businesses, organizations, and community leaders during its 2026 Annual Awards Gala held at Dove Ridge Vineyard on Feb. 26. This year’s …
The Willow Park Comprehensive Plan is the community’s long-range roadmap. This guiding document shapes how the city grows, develops, and makes decisions through clearly stated goals and policies. …
Baylor Scott & White Health this week marked a major milestone for Parker County, breaking ground on a new hospital in Willow Park designed to bring high quality, timely care closer to home for …
The Aledo City Council voted to create a Library Advisory Board and establish regulations regarding members' term of office, duties, and responsibilities at its regular meeting on Thursday, March 5. …
The plans for a potentially five-phase revamp of Gene L. Voyles Park in Hudson Oaks were revealed Feb. 26 so the hunt for funding can now begin. Initially presented late last year as only four …
For the second time in as many meetings, Mayor Teresa Palmer kicked a person out during the public comments portion of the Willow Park City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 10. And it was …
Parker County incumbents fared well in Republican Primary voting, which culminated on Tuesday, March 3. County Judge Pat Deen outpolled challenger Tim Galbreaith, receiving 15,036 votes …
Weatherford College honored 49 of the finest teachers from across the region at the annual Jack Harvey Academy of Exemplary Teachers celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the Doss Heritage and …
The City of Aledo adopted an ordinance to increase the impact fees charged to developers for new water and wastewater connections at its regular city council meeting on Feb. 19. The fee …
Business Toastique opening in Willow Park Health-focused restaurant includes vegan and gluten-free options By Madilyn Kopec The Community News Located at 270 Willow …
Moments after opening the Willow Park City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 with a call for unity, even citing a Bible verse (Psalm 133:1), Mayor Teresa Palmer had speaker Amy Fennell escorted out …
Tuesday, March 3 will be the final opportunity for voters to express their preferences in the Republican and Democratic primary elections. Voting locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. …
In addition to the Party Primary elections now under way (for a full list of candidates, visit bit.ly/4aDd88G ; for a list of early voting times and locations, visit bit.ly/4aJ8Ifr ), the filing …
Patrons cheered as the cutting of the maroon ribbon marked the grand opening of the Weatherford Job Resource Center. Reverend Edgar J. Helms, a Methodist minister and social innovator, …
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) welcomed the City of Aledo and 23 other Texas communities into the THC’s First Street initiative at its January meeting in Houston. First Street enables …
The Aledo Soccer Club broke ground on its future home late last January and is on track for completion this spring. With most competitive soccer facilities located in North Dallas, the …
