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Season finale - Granbury Pirate football players gather as head coach Scotty Pugh rallies his team after Friday night's game at Pirate Stadium. The Pirates finished the season at home against Everman with a 42-21 loss. Mary Vinson/Hood County News
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Update
She's determined
(Posted Today 07:00 am)
Friends and supporters of Jeanette Alexander turned out in force for the Breast Your Cards bridge tournament at Harbor Lakes Golf Club last week. The benefit tournament was organized for Alexander's participation in the Breast Cancer 3-Day walk. Three-time cancer survivor Alexander, 67, is participating in the breast cancer walk in Dallas this weekend with her daughter and son-in-law.
(Posted Today 07:00 am)
Friends and supporters of Jeanette Alexander turned out in force for the Breast Your Cards bridge tournament at Harbor Lakes Golf Club last week. The benefit tournament was organized for Alexander's participation in the Breast Cancer 3-Day walk. Three-time cancer survivor Alexander, 67, is participating in the breast cancer walk in Dallas this weekend with her daughter and son-in-law.
Motorcycle accident claims life of Weatherford man
(Posted Fri 06:20 pm)
A 61-year-old Weatherford man was pronounced dead at the scene Friday afternoon by justice of the peace Danny Tuggle after the northbound 2000 Harley-Davidson motorcycle the man was riding on Tin Top Highway northwest of Granbury apparently failed to make a curve, according to DPS trooper Mark McNiel. The man's motorcycle crashed after going into a bar ditch, then came to rest in a culvert, McNiel said. The man's name could not be released because next-of-kin had not been notified.
(Posted Fri 06:20 pm)
A 61-year-old Weatherford man was pronounced dead at the scene Friday afternoon by justice of the peace Danny Tuggle after the northbound 2000 Harley-Davidson motorcycle the man was riding on Tin Top Highway northwest of Granbury apparently failed to make a curve, according to DPS trooper Mark McNiel. The man's motorcycle crashed after going into a bar ditch, then came to rest in a culvert, McNiel said. The man's name could not be released because next-of-kin had not been notified.
Three arrested on marijuana state jail felony charge
(Posted Fri 06:07 pm)
Dustin Matthew Taylor, Brittany Renea Johnson-Taylor and Cody Lee Ames, all age 20, were arrested early Thursday evening at their residence on Second Street in Granbury and each was charged with possession of marijuana, more than 4 ounces and less than 5 pounds, according to Granbury Police captain Alan Hines. The amount -- roughly 17 ounces, including packaging -- ranks as a state jail felony charge, Hines said. All three were released after posting $10,000 bond, according to Hood County Jail records.
(Posted Fri 06:07 pm)
Dustin Matthew Taylor, Brittany Renea Johnson-Taylor and Cody Lee Ames, all age 20, were arrested early Thursday evening at their residence on Second Street in Granbury and each was charged with possession of marijuana, more than 4 ounces and less than 5 pounds, according to Granbury Police captain Alan Hines. The amount -- roughly 17 ounces, including packaging -- ranks as a state jail felony charge, Hines said. All three were released after posting $10,000 bond, according to Hood County Jail records.
Lions helping children who need glasses
(Posted Fri 04:49 pm)
The Lions Club is giving free eye exams to children and will be furnishing glasses to the ones needing them at 8:30 Saturday morning at the community center at 3701 Sundown Trail in Rio Brazos. (just off of Davis Road).
(Posted Fri 04:49 pm)
The Lions Club is giving free eye exams to children and will be furnishing glasses to the ones needing them at 8:30 Saturday morning at the community center at 3701 Sundown Trail in Rio Brazos. (just off of Davis Road).
Time to gear up for Relay
(Posted Fri 03:00 pm)
The Relay for Life kick-off party is at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9 at Stonewall Title Company, 1840 Acton Highway. Snacks, drinks and desserts will be provided. For more information contact chairwoman Marcie Cherry at 817-776-7735.
(Posted Fri 03:00 pm)
The Relay for Life kick-off party is at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9 at Stonewall Title Company, 1840 Acton Highway. Snacks, drinks and desserts will be provided. For more information contact chairwoman Marcie Cherry at 817-776-7735.
Man in Ford pickup disregards red light, ending in two-vehicle collision
(Posted Fri 02:23 pm)
Two pickups collided early Friday afternoon at the intersection of Lipan Highway at Loop 567, but there were no injuries according to a Granbury police officer on the scene. A southbound 1994 Ford Ranger pickup driven by a Granbury man disregarded a red light and struck a 1997 Chevrolet pickup containing two Granbury men headed north, the officer said. The Chevrolet had to be towed from the scene.
(Posted Fri 02:23 pm)
Two pickups collided early Friday afternoon at the intersection of Lipan Highway at Loop 567, but there were no injuries according to a Granbury police officer on the scene. A southbound 1994 Ford Ranger pickup driven by a Granbury man disregarded a red light and struck a 1997 Chevrolet pickup containing two Granbury men headed north, the officer said. The Chevrolet had to be towed from the scene.
Aging Center can help with questions
(Posted Fri 11:59 am)
The North Central Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center (NCTADRC) of Hood and Somervell Counties recently celebrated its grand opening at 104 Pirate Drive. The center helps people find and apply for human services. The center provides assistance at no charge to consumers of all ages. The Aging and Disability Center will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information call 817-695-9195.
(Posted Fri 11:59 am)
The North Central Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center (NCTADRC) of Hood and Somervell Counties recently celebrated its grand opening at 104 Pirate Drive. The center helps people find and apply for human services. The center provides assistance at no charge to consumers of all ages. The Aging and Disability Center will be open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information call 817-695-9195.
Band percussionists perform at Lone Star Classic
(Posted Fri 11:48 am)
The Granbury High School band's percussion unit is set to perform at the Lone Star Classic Drum Line competition at 11:48 a.m. Saturday. The event is at Flower Mound Marcus High School. Take I-35W or Highway 377 north from Fort Worth to FM 407, then head east. Turn right at Morriss Road and the event is at Goldsmith Stadium on the right.
(Posted Fri 11:48 am)
The Granbury High School band's percussion unit is set to perform at the Lone Star Classic Drum Line competition at 11:48 a.m. Saturday. The event is at Flower Mound Marcus High School. Take I-35W or Highway 377 north from Fort Worth to FM 407, then head east. Turn right at Morriss Road and the event is at Goldsmith Stadium on the right.
Three taken for medical treatment after three-vehicle crash on Highway 377
(Posted Thu 04:51 pm)
Three people were transported to area hospitals following a collision involving three vehicles Thursday morning on Highway 377 about two miles west of the Granbury city limit. A Granbury woman driving a Chevrolet pickup turning from Sunset Acres Court onto Highway 377 failed to yield right of way to oncoming traffic, according to DPS trooper Rynn Sappington. A 1995 Ford Mustang with two female passengers from Granbury then collided with the pickup. A Dodge pickup driven by a Stephenville man struck the Chevrolet and sustained minor damage.
(Posted Thu 04:51 pm)
Three people were transported to area hospitals following a collision involving three vehicles Thursday morning on Highway 377 about two miles west of the Granbury city limit. A Granbury woman driving a Chevrolet pickup turning from Sunset Acres Court onto Highway 377 failed to yield right of way to oncoming traffic, according to DPS trooper Rynn Sappington. A 1995 Ford Mustang with two female passengers from Granbury then collided with the pickup. A Dodge pickup driven by a Stephenville man struck the Chevrolet and sustained minor damage.
TSU dinged for violations in campus crime reporting
(Posted Thu 04:19 pm)
Tarleton State University in Stephenville - a campus that includes 370 students from Hood County - has been cited by the Department of Education for alleged inaccurate reporting of campus crime statistics and may have to pay a fine of $137,500. TSU spokeswoman Liza Benedict said the university will appeal the ruling, and said the mistakes were unintentional. In 2007, TSU journalism students studied campus police reports dating back to 2001 and found discrepancies in stats filed by the PD to the DOE. The DOE's imposed fine is for alleged violations by the university of the Clery Act, which pertains to the disclosure of campus crime statistics.
Tarleton State University in Stephenville - a campus that includes 370 students from Hood County - has been cited by the Department of Education for alleged inaccurate reporting of campus crime statistics and may have to pay a fine of $137,500. TSU spokeswoman Liza Benedict said the university will appeal the ruling, and said the mistakes were unintentional. In 2007, TSU journalism students studied campus police reports dating back to 2001 and found discrepancies in stats filed by the PD to the DOE. The DOE's imposed fine is for alleged violations by the university of the Clery Act, which pertains to the disclosure of campus crime statistics.
Keffer receives cancer foundation award
(Posted Thu 10:37 am)
State rep. Jim Keffer (R-Eastland) has received the Champion Award from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute Foundation. Keffer was honored for his work with various cancer-related organizations to fund grants for cancer research and prevention.
State rep. Jim Keffer (R-Eastland) has received the Champion Award from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute Foundation. Keffer was honored for his work with various cancer-related organizations to fund grants for cancer research and prevention.
Glen Rose woman dies in Somervell County collision on Highway 144
(Posted Thu 10:02 am)
Kara Myers, 22, of Glen Rose, died as a result of a two-vehicle car crash Thursday morning on Highway 144 in Somervell County near Happy Hill Farm school just south of the Hood County line, according to DPS trooper Mitchell Best. Myers' daugher, a female infant, apparently was uninjured and was released from the Glen Rose Medical Center into the care of her father after being examined, Best said. Clint Mathews of Waskom, Texas, the 18-year-old driver of the pickup involved in the accident, was airlifted to a Fort Worth hospital and believed to be in stable condition.
Kara Myers, 22, of Glen Rose, died as a result of a two-vehicle car crash Thursday morning on Highway 144 in Somervell County near Happy Hill Farm school just south of the Hood County line, according to DPS trooper Mitchell Best. Myers' daugher, a female infant, apparently was uninjured and was released from the Glen Rose Medical Center into the care of her father after being examined, Best said. Clint Mathews of Waskom, Texas, the 18-year-old driver of the pickup involved in the accident, was airlifted to a Fort Worth hospital and believed to be in stable condition.
Sports
Rattlers roll
(Posted Fri 10:50 pm)
Tolar 55, Ranger 0
Rattler quarterback Tanner Gilliam threw three touchdown passes and ran for another. Two of Gilliam's TD throws went to Miles Thetford. Tolar (8-2, 5-0 in District 15-A) finishes on top of its district, gets a bye in bidistrict and awaits an area-round playoff game the weekend of Nov. More...
(Posted Fri 10:50 pm)
Tolar 55, Ranger 0
Rattler quarterback Tanner Gilliam threw three touchdown passes and ran for another. Two of Gilliam's TD throws went to Miles Thetford. Tolar (8-2, 5-0 in District 15-A) finishes on top of its district, gets a bye in bidistrict and awaits an area-round playoff game the weekend of Nov. More...
Pirates drop season finale
(Posted Fri 10:47 pm)
Everman 42, Granbury 21
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Bulldog quarterback Barry Browning threw three touchdowns passes and Cory Franklin ran for a pair of scores and caught a touchdown for Everman (8-2 overall, 6-1 in More...
(Posted Fri 10:47 pm)
Everman 42, Granbury 21
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Bulldog quarterback Barry Browning threw three touchdowns passes and Cory Franklin ran for a pair of scores and caught a touchdown for Everman (8-2 overall, 6-1 in More...
Next round of volleyball playoffs set
(Posted Fri 06:20 pm)
Class 4A Region I quarterfinals
Granbury Lady Pirates (26-20) vs. Denton Ryan Lady Raiders (31-6)
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Aledo High School
Winner advances to Region I Tournament Friday and Saturday, Angelo State University
Class A Region II quarterfinals
Tolar Lady Rattlers (21-16) vs. Evant Lady Elks (24-6)
Tuesday, 7 p.m., De More...
(Posted Fri 06:20 pm)
Class 4A Region I quarterfinals
Granbury Lady Pirates (26-20) vs. Denton Ryan Lady Raiders (31-6)
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Aledo High School
Winner advances to Region I Tournament Friday and Saturday, Angelo State University
Class A Region II quarterfinals
Tolar Lady Rattlers (21-16) vs. Evant Lady Elks (24-6)
Tuesday, 7 p.m., De More...
Granbury, Tolar win area volleyball playoffs
(Posted Thu 09:10 pm)
Area round
Class 4A
Granbury defeated The Colony 25-21, 23-25, 29-27, 16-25, 15-13
Lady Pirates (26-20) advance to regional quarterfinals Monday or Tuesday to face Denton Ryan. The Colony ends its season 26-14.
Class A
Tolar defeated Red Oak Life 25-16, 25-14, 25-18
Lady Rattlers (21-16) advance to regional More...
(Posted Thu 09:10 pm)
Area round
Class 4A
Granbury defeated The Colony 25-21, 23-25, 29-27, 16-25, 15-13
Lady Pirates (26-20) advance to regional quarterfinals Monday or Tuesday to face Denton Ryan. The Colony ends its season 26-14.
Class A
Tolar defeated Red Oak Life 25-16, 25-14, 25-18
Lady Rattlers (21-16) advance to regional More...
Regional cross country Saturday
(Posted Fri 01:30 pm)
Top three teams and top 10 individuals from each region advance to state in Round Rock Nov. 14
Class A Region II in Arlington
Tolar boys and girls teams
Rattlers' Caleb Williams seeks his third consecutive trip to state, finishing sixth last season as a junior.
Class A Region More...
(Posted Fri 01:30 pm)
Top three teams and top 10 individuals from each region advance to state in Round Rock Nov. 14
Class A Region II in Arlington
Tolar boys and girls teams
Rattlers' Caleb Williams seeks his third consecutive trip to state, finishing sixth last season as a junior.
Class A Region More...
Doughty preseason all-state
(Posted Thu 10:59 am)
Granbury Lady Pirate senior guard/forward Tina Doughty has been named a Class 4A Preseason All-State selection by “Texas Basketball” magazine. The four-year varsity player averaged 17.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.1 steals last season and made 40 percent of her 3-point shots. She has verbally committed to play for the University More...
(Posted Thu 10:59 am)
Granbury Lady Pirate senior guard/forward Tina Doughty has been named a Class 4A Preseason All-State selection by “Texas Basketball” magazine. The four-year varsity player averaged 17.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.1 steals last season and made 40 percent of her 3-point shots. She has verbally committed to play for the University More...
Entertainment
Death Notices
Deaths
(Posted Fri 01:40 pm)
Elton Holland, Granbury -- Service Saturday, 3 p.m., Holly Hills Memorial Park.
Lance Phillips, 47 -- Service Sunday, Nov. 15, 2-4 p.m., Tejas Club, Acton.
(Posted Fri 01:40 pm)
Elton Holland, Granbury -- Service Saturday, 3 p.m., Holly Hills Memorial Park.
Lance Phillips, 47 -- Service Sunday, Nov. 15, 2-4 p.m., Tejas Club, Acton.
