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In this issue

  • Council approves tax rate and budget

    Wednesday, September 18

    The Weatherford City Council went through a short but weighty agenda at its Sept. 10 meeting, approving a budget and tax rate for the coming year, and authorizing a major development agreement. …

  • New bank HQ to sport Parker County’s first office tower

    Tuesday, September 17

    Commercial growth in Parker County opened a new chapter recently with the announcement that Worthington Bank has acquired land for its new corporate headquarters, to be located on the southwest …

  • New student center to elevate education

    Tuesday, September 17

    The occasion was large and the announcement absolutely enormous when Weatherford College president Dr. Todd Farmer took the stage following his annual president’s luncheon. Farmer announced the …

  • Bearcats playing twice within a week

    Tuesday, September 17

    Editor’s note: Because the Bearcats are playing on Friday, Sept. 20 and then again on Sept. 26 before our Sept. 27 issue comes out, the advance for both games is included in this story. …

  • Aledo Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally Photo Gallery

    Tuesday, September 17

    Aledo ISD hosted its annual homecoming parade and pep rally on Sept. 16. The tradition is a community favorite! …

  • Trinity Christian homecoming festivities planned

    Tuesday, September 17

    Trinity Christian Academy will celebrate homecoming with a parade and pep rally on Thursday, Sept. 19, and the varsity football team will compete against TK Gorman at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at …

  • Aledo competes in elite longer course meet

    Tuesday, September 17

    While it wasn’t an extra mile, never let it be said Aledo cross country teams won’t go a little more distance if called upon — and that was the case at the Texas A&M …

  • Roos, Lady Roos compete at Paschal Invite

    Tuesday, September 17

    The Weatherford Kangaroos and Lady Roos cross country teams competed in the Paschal Invitational at Athletic Performance Ranch on Friday, Sept. 13. The Kangaroos were led by Erick Ibarra, who …

  • Ladycats cruise past Brewer

    Tuesday, September 17

    The Aledo Ladycats volleyball team started off District 5-5A play on the right foot with an impressive performance Friday night. Before the Bearcats football team finished off their 64-0 …

  • Grace First Presbyterian Church celebrates 150 years

    Tuesday, September 17

    Friendship is contagious at Grace First Presbyterian Church of Weatherford. Guests are showered with greetings, smiles, and conversation while walking the halls or attending a service. Warm …

  • Ranch Rodeo events thrill fans

    Monday, September 16

    One does not have to be a rodeo fan to enjoy the different events experienced only at a ranch rodeo, and the annual Parker County Sheriff’s Posse Ranch Rodeo did not disappoint fans Sept. …

  • Racquet Cats blank Saginaw

    Monday, September 16

    Aledo varsity tennis is undefeated in District 5-5A play after traveling to Saginaw High School on Sept. 10 and winning all matches in a 19-0 victory. Bearcat tennis is standing strong at 3-0 in …

  • Stuard mud day is a splash

    Monday, September 16

    Typical playground activities were abandoned for Stuard Elementary School’s Mudventure on Sept. 12, where students and young siblings frolic, slide, and roll in mud, sand, and sludge. The …

  • Board surprised by proposed Runaway Bay donation

    Monday, September 16

    The Weatherford College Board of Trustees made waves during its September meeting on Thursday, Sept. 13. From adding a new board member to hearing of a proposed multi-million dollar donation to …

  • Border Patrol faulted in Uvalde school shooting

    Monday, September 16

    A 200-page report from the Department of Homeland Security faulted U.S. Border Patrol agents who rushed to the Uvalde school shooting in 2022, concluding they “failed to establish command and …

  • On becoming a year older

    Monday, September 16

    I have probably made this claim previously, but most friends know that my respect for redundancy has never been more than trivial. So, here I go again, certain that there finally are but two groups …

  • Trio represents Aledo in elite event

    Monday, September 16

    Madison Haynes is shown during a session at Girls State. Three Aledo High School students received a special honor this summer when they were invited to participate in Texas Girls …

  • Bearcats bash Bears in dominant district opener

    Saturday, September 14

    WHITE SETTLEMENT – The Aledo Bearcats started off district play in dominant form Friday night, Sept. 13, at Brewer High School. The Bearcats scored a barrage of points early, the stingy defense …

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