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Shanley House unveiling - Folks packed into the 120- plus year-old Shanley Center for the Arts building on Monday for an open house celebrating a major remodeling. New flooring, painting and repairs will enable better showcasing of the art on display. Mary Vinson/Hood County News
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Update
Administrator contracts extended
(Posted Today 10:55 pm)
School administrator contracts were extended Monday night by the Granbury School Board in a 7-0 vote. They include principals, assistant principals, directors and coordinators who have been with GISD more than a year. Administrators such as high school principal Donna Jefferies hired at the start of this school year are under probationary contracts that will be considered in April.
(Posted Today 10:55 pm)
School administrator contracts were extended Monday night by the Granbury School Board in a 7-0 vote. They include principals, assistant principals, directors and coordinators who have been with GISD more than a year. Administrators such as high school principal Donna Jefferies hired at the start of this school year are under probationary contracts that will be considered in April.
Brawner doesn't plan to file
(Posted Today 10:45 pm)
Granbury School Board member Bo Brawner will likely retire from the board this spring, he indicated Monday night. "I was hoping B.J. (Wallace) would run. He's honest and smart and tells you what he thinks," Brawner said. Wallace and banker Mark Jackson filed Monday for Brawner's place in the May 8 election. Others filing on the first day were former Granbury School Board member Mark Graves and youth coach Tad Timmons for retiring Jerry Campbell's place. Charlie Cloud filed for re-election.
(Posted Today 10:45 pm)
Granbury School Board member Bo Brawner will likely retire from the board this spring, he indicated Monday night. "I was hoping B.J. (Wallace) would run. He's honest and smart and tells you what he thinks," Brawner said. Wallace and banker Mark Jackson filed Monday for Brawner's place in the May 8 election. Others filing on the first day were former Granbury School Board member Mark Graves and youth coach Tad Timmons for retiring Jerry Campbell's place. Charlie Cloud filed for re-election.
Hoffbrau steaks in Hood County's future?
(Posted Today 02:17 pm)
Seems the Hoffbrau Steaks chain is eyeing the possibility of opening a restaurant here. Charlie McIlvain, director of the Granbury Resort Conference Center, said company reps are considering the building that housed the Mexican Inn, off Highway 377 near the lake bridge.
(Posted Today 02:17 pm)
Seems the Hoffbrau Steaks chain is eyeing the possibility of opening a restaurant here. Charlie McIlvain, director of the Granbury Resort Conference Center, said company reps are considering the building that housed the Mexican Inn, off Highway 377 near the lake bridge.
No injuries in two-vehicle accident on Highway 144 Monday morning
(Posted Today 01:37 pm)
A 2002 Toyota driven by a 24-year-old Granbury woman struck a 2002 Chevrolet sport utility vehicle driven by a 36-year-old Granbury man Monday morning on Highway 144 at the intersection with Spanish Trail Drive, but no injuries were reported from the accident, according to Granbury police captain Alan HInes.
(Posted Today 01:37 pm)
A 2002 Toyota driven by a 24-year-old Granbury woman struck a 2002 Chevrolet sport utility vehicle driven by a 36-year-old Granbury man Monday morning on Highway 144 at the intersection with Spanish Trail Drive, but no injuries were reported from the accident, according to Granbury police captain Alan HInes.
Help Haitians move around
(Posted Today 10:52 am)
Jamie Temple will conduct a drive to collect clean, in good condition, non-motorized wheel chairs, folding walkers and crutches for Haiti earthquake aid. The items may be dropped off from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Acton Methodist Church. Volunteers are also needed to pick up items from those unable to do so themselves. Call Temple at 817-219-3729 to help or to get more information.
(Posted Today 10:52 am)
Jamie Temple will conduct a drive to collect clean, in good condition, non-motorized wheel chairs, folding walkers and crutches for Haiti earthquake aid. The items may be dropped off from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Acton Methodist Church. Volunteers are also needed to pick up items from those unable to do so themselves. Call Temple at 817-219-3729 to help or to get more information.
Scholarship for prospective reporters
(Posted Today 09:51 am)
The North and East Texas Press Association (NETPA), of which the Hood County News is a member, will present two $1,500 scholarships this spring for graduating high school seniors and actively enrolled college students pursuing an education in print journalism. Applications are due by postmark of March 12. Applications are available at the Hood County News, 1501 S. Morgan, or from the Web site, www.NETPA.us. They should be mailed to Randy Keck, The Community News, Box 1031, Aledo, Texas 76008. For more information, contact HCN editor Roger Enlow, 817-573-7066.
(Posted Today 09:51 am)
The North and East Texas Press Association (NETPA), of which the Hood County News is a member, will present two $1,500 scholarships this spring for graduating high school seniors and actively enrolled college students pursuing an education in print journalism. Applications are due by postmark of March 12. Applications are available at the Hood County News, 1501 S. Morgan, or from the Web site, www.NETPA.us. They should be mailed to Randy Keck, The Community News, Box 1031, Aledo, Texas 76008. For more information, contact HCN editor Roger Enlow, 817-573-7066.
Mayor, challenger file with city secretary
(Posted Today 09:05 am)
Granbury mayor David Southern and a challenger - Rickie Pratt of Pratt's Stereo & Video - filed for the May city elections bright and early Monday morning. Though the filing period officially opened Saturday, city offices were closed, so filing actually started at 8 a.m. Monday.
(Posted Today 09:05 am)
Granbury mayor David Southern and a challenger - Rickie Pratt of Pratt's Stereo & Video - filed for the May city elections bright and early Monday morning. Though the filing period officially opened Saturday, city offices were closed, so filing actually started at 8 a.m. Monday.
How many birds did you see?
(Posted Today 07:57 am)
Join the Acton Nature Center bird walk to support the Annual Great Backyard Bird Count this weekend. Participants are urged to bring binoculars and field guides and dress appropriately for the occasion. Hiking boots or other sturdy outdoor shoes are also recommended. Both Saturday and Sunday participants will meet at the Nature Center’s parking lot at 7 a.m. After a brief introduction on procedures for counting birds, the group will walk several of the center’s trails to identify and tally bird species.
(Posted Today 07:57 am)
Join the Acton Nature Center bird walk to support the Annual Great Backyard Bird Count this weekend. Participants are urged to bring binoculars and field guides and dress appropriately for the occasion. Hiking boots or other sturdy outdoor shoes are also recommended. Both Saturday and Sunday participants will meet at the Nature Center’s parking lot at 7 a.m. After a brief introduction on procedures for counting birds, the group will walk several of the center’s trails to identify and tally bird species.
School counselors honored
(Posted Sun 09:19 pm)
School counselors provide guidance lessons on building good character and other topics like bullying prevention. Granbury school district counselors were honored last week during National School Counselors' Week.
(Posted Sun 09:19 pm)
School counselors provide guidance lessons on building good character and other topics like bullying prevention. Granbury school district counselors were honored last week during National School Counselors' Week.
Volkssport leaders announced
(Posted Sun 07:57 pm)
New officers have been elected for the Hood County Hummers. Officers are treasurer Irene Smith, vice president Jerry Lowe, president Arlene Miller and secretary Carol Lake. The group is part of the American Volkssporting Association. The German word “volkssport” translates to “people's sport.” The local group meets for 5K walks on the fourth Tuesday each month.
New officers have been elected for the Hood County Hummers. Officers are treasurer Irene Smith, vice president Jerry Lowe, president Arlene Miller and secretary Carol Lake. The group is part of the American Volkssporting Association. The German word “volkssport” translates to “people's sport.” The local group meets for 5K walks on the fourth Tuesday each month.
Extension clubs presention book review Friday
(Posted Sun 07:57 am)
The Hood County Extension Education Clubs present retired Lt. Col.Brian Birdwell, author of "Refined by Fire," at a luncheon meeting Friday. Birdwell will speak on his thought-provoking book about survival and recovery after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon.
The luncheon is a fund-raiser for scholarship and community projects of The Hood County Extension Clubs. Reservations are suggested, so call 817-579-3280 by Monday, Feb. 8.
The Hood County Extension Education Clubs present retired Lt. Col.Brian Birdwell, author of "Refined by Fire," at a luncheon meeting Friday. Birdwell will speak on his thought-provoking book about survival and recovery after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon.
The luncheon is a fund-raiser for scholarship and community projects of The Hood County Extension Clubs. Reservations are suggested, so call 817-579-3280 by Monday, Feb. 8.
Lipan youth to help Haiti
(Posted Sat 07:57 pm)
Friday, Feb. 12, the Lipan National Honor Society will be having a bake sale starting at 4 p.m. in front of the First National Bank. All proceeds will be sent to help with earthquake disaster relief in Haiti.
Friday, Feb. 12, the Lipan National Honor Society will be having a bake sale starting at 4 p.m. in front of the First National Bank. All proceeds will be sent to help with earthquake disaster relief in Haiti.
Acton group will meet
(Posted Sat 07:18 am)
The Acton Community Association luncheon meeting at DCBE will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Lake Granbury Medical Center updates will be presented. To reserve a seat, call Tammy at 817-326-1375 by noon Monday.
The Acton Community Association luncheon meeting at DCBE will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Lake Granbury Medical Center updates will be presented. To reserve a seat, call Tammy at 817-326-1375 by noon Monday.
Sports
Lady Pirates clinch playoff berth
(Posted Fri 10:10 pm)
Girls basketball
Granbury 47, Legacy 31
Lady Pirates (16-15, 7-6 in 8-4A) clinch fourth and final playoff berth from district, thanks also to a 42-40 Seguin loss at Crowley. In her final home game, Tina Doughty scores 21 points with 15 rebounds, four assists, three steals and a blocked shot.
(Posted Fri 10:10 pm)
Girls basketball
Granbury 47, Legacy 31
Lady Pirates (16-15, 7-6 in 8-4A) clinch fourth and final playoff berth from district, thanks also to a 42-40 Seguin loss at Crowley. In her final home game, Tina Doughty scores 21 points with 15 rebounds, four assists, three steals and a blocked shot.
Friday soccer
(Posted Fri 10:00 pm)
Boys
Granbury 1, Brownwood 0
Dylan Slaughter scores on penalty kick in 25th minute for Pirates (7-2-1) in nondistrict game.
Girls
Abilene Wylie 3, Granbury 2
Lady Pirates (4-6) get goals from Gentry Railsback and Alex Grossman, but Wylie gets three straight in between.
(Posted Fri 10:00 pm)
Boys
Granbury 1, Brownwood 0
Dylan Slaughter scores on penalty kick in 25th minute for Pirates (7-2-1) in nondistrict game.
Girls
Abilene Wylie 3, Granbury 2
Lady Pirates (4-6) get goals from Gentry Railsback and Alex Grossman, but Wylie gets three straight in between.
Pirates' playoff hopes take hit
(Posted Fri 10:00 pm)
Mansfield Legacy 56, Granbury 41
Pirates (13-16, 4-7 in 8-4A), battling for first playoff berth in a decade, fall for third straight time Friday as Legacy had game-changing runs of 10-0 and 9-0. Kevin Keating led Granbury with 12 points on four 3-pointers.
(Posted Fri 10:00 pm)
Mansfield Legacy 56, Granbury 41
Pirates (13-16, 4-7 in 8-4A), battling for first playoff berth in a decade, fall for third straight time Friday as Legacy had game-changing runs of 10-0 and 9-0. Kevin Keating led Granbury with 12 points on four 3-pointers.
Friday area boys basketball
(Posted Fri 09:44 pm)
Tolar 82, Ranger 28
Rattlers (17-8, 7-1 in 12-A) clinch no worse than second in district, retain hopes of catching league-leading Poolville.
Lipan 52, Strawn 31
Indians (20-7, 11-0 in 15-A) post lowest score in district, get 22 points from Ryan Drake.
(Posted Fri 09:44 pm)
Tolar 82, Ranger 28
Rattlers (17-8, 7-1 in 12-A) clinch no worse than second in district, retain hopes of catching league-leading Poolville.
Lipan 52, Strawn 31
Indians (20-7, 11-0 in 15-A) post lowest score in district, get 22 points from Ryan Drake.
Friday area girls basketball
(Posted Fri 07:55 pm)
Tolar 48, Ranger 25
Lady Rattlers (19-7, 9-0 in 12-A) clinch district title outright as Sarah Nelson leads with 13 points.
Strawn 44, Lipan 33
Lady Indians (16-14, 7-6 in 15-A) fall on road despite solid defensive effort.
(Posted Fri 07:55 pm)
Tolar 48, Ranger 25
Lady Rattlers (19-7, 9-0 in 12-A) clinch district title outright as Sarah Nelson leads with 13 points.
Strawn 44, Lipan 33
Lady Indians (16-14, 7-6 in 15-A) fall on road despite solid defensive effort.
Area basketball schedules
(Posted Fri 11:50 pm)
GIRLS
Granbury Lady Pirates
Nov. 10 Cleburne L 39-49
Nov. 13 at FW Christian W 58-38
Nov. 19-21 NW Tournament W L L
Nov. 23 at Burleson W 41-33
Nov. 24 at Mansfield L 57-59
Dec. 1 Aledo W 50-36
Dec. 3-5 Cowtown Classic W L W L
Dec. More...
(Posted Fri 11:50 pm)
GIRLS
Granbury Lady Pirates
Nov. 10 Cleburne L 39-49
Nov. 13 at FW Christian W 58-38
Nov. 19-21 NW Tournament W L L
Nov. 23 at Burleson W 41-33
Nov. 24 at Mansfield L 57-59
Dec. 1 Aledo W 50-36
Dec. 3-5 Cowtown Classic W L W L
Dec. More...
Entertainment
Death Notices
Deaths
(Posted Today 03:16 pm)
Lily Irene Facer, 95, Acton -- A memorial service will be held at a future date.
Dovie M. Leonard, 96, Granbury -- Service Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., Mount Olivet Chapel, Fort Worth. Visitation Monday evening, 6-8, Mount Olivet Funeral Home.
James Eldridge, 77, Benbrook -- Service Tuesday, 2 p.m., Wiley Funeral Home. Visitation Monday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Lee Fotter, 72, Granbury -- Rosary Thursday, 10:45 a.m., St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church with funeral mass to follow.
Iona Faye Cone, 88, Granbury -- Service Thursday, 11 a.m., Acton Baptist Church. Visitation Wednesday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Jeff Jones, 51, Abilene -- Service Friday, 11 a.m., Acton United Methodist Church.
(Posted Today 03:16 pm)
Lily Irene Facer, 95, Acton -- A memorial service will be held at a future date.
Dovie M. Leonard, 96, Granbury -- Service Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., Mount Olivet Chapel, Fort Worth. Visitation Monday evening, 6-8, Mount Olivet Funeral Home.
James Eldridge, 77, Benbrook -- Service Tuesday, 2 p.m., Wiley Funeral Home. Visitation Monday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Lee Fotter, 72, Granbury -- Rosary Thursday, 10:45 a.m., St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church with funeral mass to follow.
Iona Faye Cone, 88, Granbury -- Service Thursday, 11 a.m., Acton Baptist Church. Visitation Wednesday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Jeff Jones, 51, Abilene -- Service Friday, 11 a.m., Acton United Methodist Church.
