After serving at the helm of the Weatherford Police Department since 2017, Lance Arnold is stepping down as its chief, effective Dec. 20. He is leaving to become the police chief in Broken Arrow, …
Parker County Sheriff Russ Authier has announced the expansion of the Sheriff’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID) with the creation of a financial crimes investigator position. Former …
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is seeking a $300 million transfusion of funds to bolster the state’s Medicaid application process, The Texas Tribune reported. The …
No one at the Willow Park City Council meeting could be happier than Candice Scott Jock, and it showed in the way she laughed loudly in the cluster of people visiting her before the meeting. …
With what would typically be the second meeting of the month scheduled to fall the day after Christmas, the Aledo City Council packed an entire 31 days worth of business into their only meeting of …
The convictions and sentences totaling 65 years a would-be Willow Park RV thief was given by a Parker County jury last January were affirmed in an appellate ruling last week. In the trial, Lori …
Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Government-in-Action Youth Tour Program in Washington, D.C. From June 15-23, 2025, four students selected from …
House Speaker Dade Phelan withdrew last week from seeking another term leading that chamber. After three rounds of voting on Saturday, state Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield emerged as the preference of …
It was superb weather for participants of the 2024 Aledo Thanksgiving Trot. However, runners did not see pre-dawn complications such as high winds, runaway banners and frustratingly stubborn power …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
With just a few days left until Thanksgiving, Annetta Mayor Sandy Roberts announced a pardon for Gomez the turkey during the most recent town council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21. Gomez, as much …
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 …
Gov. Greg Abbott issued three executive orders last week targeting the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, The Dallas Morning News reported Abbott said the orders were …
Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of …
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 …
The Weatherford College Board of Trustees approved the sale of 5.063 acres on the northwest corner of BB Fielder Road and South Main Street for $2.25 million at their November meeting. …
The City of Aledo announced that, as of Nov. 18, Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has elevated its bond credit rating from AA to AA+, with a stable outlook. This upgrade represents a substantial …
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 …
The Weatherford Chamber of Commerce held their 2024 Awards Ceremony at the Dove Ridge Vinyard on Tuesday, Oct. 29. Weatherford Mayor and owner of Paschall Insurance Group, Paul Paschall received the …
The City of Weatherford announced the promotion of Ashley Seiler to director of economic development. She has served as assistant director of economic development since July 2023. In her …
