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August 9, 2024

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In this issue

  • Weatherford College launches new department to meet demand for business leaders

    Wednesday, August 7

    In response to the increasing needs of businesses in Parker and Wise counties and the surrounding areas, Weatherford College is adding a Department of Business and Behavioral Science.    …

  • Bearcats’ Jones named TSWA All-State

    Wednesday, August 7

    Ryan Jones, a recent graduate of Aledo High School, has been named Class 5A honorable mention all-state by the Texas Sports Writers Association. Jones, a third baseman, has committed to play in …

  • Dorothy Jane "Dotti" Smith Doss

    Wednesday, August 7

    Dorothy Jane Smith Doss died peacefully on July 27, 2024, at the age of 101.  Dotti was born in Weatherford on September 19, 1922 to John Edgar Smith and Lillie Bell Brown Smith. She …

  • Gus Tom Bates III

    Wednesday, August 7

    Gus Bates passed away peacefully Sunday evening, August 4th, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 81. Gus was born on November 3, 1942 and raised in Fort Worth. He was a beacon of …

  • Fink brothers make history with national titles

    Wednesday, August 7

    It’s not uncommon for folks to do some running around with excitement as they celebrate. For the Fink family, they have a lot to celebrate — because of their running. Competing …

  • Racquet Cats off to strong start

    Tuesday, August 6

    The Aledo varsity tennis team started their season with a 17-2 win against Arlington Martin on Aug. 1. They continued a winning streak with a doubleheader sweep the following day, defeating Boswell …

  • Weatherford ISD board recognizes FFA accomplishments

    Tuesday, August 6

    In front of a standing room-only audience at its recent meeting, the Weatherford School Board recognized the district's Future Farmers of America program and their accomplishments at the 96th Annual …

  • Weatherford College receives second financial transparency star

    Tuesday, August 6

    Weatherford College has earned a Debt Obligations Transparency Star by the Texas Comptroller’s Office, making it one of only two community colleges in the state to receive this distinction. …

  • Curtis Jefferson honored with Earl King Award

    Tuesday, August 6

    Christian Men’s Fellowship of Parker County and Senator Phil King honored Rev. Curtis Jefferson with the Earl King Award at CMF’s monthly meeting on Monday, Aug. 5. Jefferson is the …

  • The Squirrel Round

    Tuesday, August 6

    Nothing comes between a man and his golf game. My best friend and longtime golfing buddy Mark and I have played in pretty much any condition imaginable - and we both have vivid imaginations. The …

  • Local leaders express enthusiasm for planned UTA campus at Walsh

    Tuesday, August 6

    The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) announced a proposed plan to purchase 51 acres of property in west Fort Worth within the Walsh Ranch development for the purpose of building a new campus …

  • Two Aledo students call Boys State event great experience

    Tuesday, August 6

    Two students from Aledo High School were recently selected to participate in what has been described as “one of the most selective educational programs of government instruction for high school …

  • Olympics and a Shrewd Frenchman

    Monday, August 5

    Critics swear that the French successfully smeared “lipstick on a pig” for a big chunk of the 2024 Olympic Games. The French, though, are used to sloughing off jokes and insults. …

  • Pattern of abuse at Texas juvenile facilities

    Monday, August 5

    A federal investigation into five state facilities concluded children in custody face excessive force, sexual abuse and a lack of vital services,  The Dallas Morning News  reported. At …

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