With the exception of their loss to Aledo, the Granbury Lady Pirates are undefeated in District 7-4A volleyball.

Literally.

The Lady Pirates have not only not dropped a match, they haven’t even lost a game within those matches.

This includes Tuesday’s 25-14, 25-19, 25-11 thrashing of Fort Worth Southwest Tuesday at the James Wann Sports Center.

The victory left the Lady Pirates (15-15 overall) alone in second place in district with a 5-1 record.… Read the rest

Acton Elementary fourth-grade student Raegan Brown was the winner in the women’s division of the 10th Annual Granbury High Project Graduation 5K/1-Mile Fun Run Saturday morning at the Hood County YMCA. Raegan’s mother Jennifer Brown ensures she’s cooled down and hydrated after the grueling 5K (3.1-mile) race. Project Graduation fundraisers pay for an all-night party where graduating seniors can celebrate in a fun and safe environment free of charge.… Read the rest

Lambda Pi members Ann Schmidt and Bobbie Brownlee were recognized for their years of service at the recent Area X Luncheon meeting of Delta Kappa Gamma at the Fort Worth Woman’s Club. Ann has been a member for 35 years and Bobbie for 25 years. Both women, past presidents of Lambda Pi, currently serve on committees at the state level. Pictured at the meeting are (from left) Linda Somervill, Suzan Watson, Ann Schmidt, Ann Lockard, Bobbie Brownlee and Lynn Smith.… Read the rest

H-E-B recently presented its grand opening Community Gift of $10,000 to Hood County Committee on Aging (HCCOA). Presenting the check on behalf of H-E-B is Pat Wilson, Granbury store director. HCCOA Board President Angel Krzeminski accepted the gift that was made possible by community votes on behalf of HCCOA/Meals on Wheels during H-E-B’s grand opening week. From left: HCCOA board members Jennifer Krone, Brian Thomas, Jim Schmidt, Krzeminski, Wayne McKethan, Marilyn Luton, Wilson, and HCCOA Executive Director Emily Burks.… Read the rest

Two freshmen from Crossland Ninth Grade Center, Colten Bison (left) and Sam Spradlin, won vouchers to purchase breeding animals during a calf scramble at the recent San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. 4-H and FFA members compete with one another to catch, halter and coax one of the calves across the winner’s line. The successful scramblers receive a certificate to aid in the purchase of a breeding animal to be raised and shown in the competition the following year.… Read the rest

Over 21 senior models stepped up to a challenge by stepping out in the finest of attire for the recent Runway 2012 GHS Senior Fashion Show Project Graduation fundraiser at the Bagby-McMahan Performing Arts Center. Above: Revealing the super hero within, John Finn struts his stuff while sharing the limelight on stage with Kathryn Middlebrook. Below: Austin Farrar and Emilye Cullison had a wonderful time modeling their choice formal prom attire.… Read the rest

Hood County Sheriff Roger Deeds (left) and Chief Deputy Biff Temple pose with this unusual pink “traveling potty” before delivering it to the Hood County News office last week. It’s being delivered to various offices and elected county officials to promote Hood County Relay for Life fund-raising, featuring the slogan “Flush out cancer.” Those who receive the toilet donate to the cause in order to have the toilet taken away.… Read the rest

The new, larger site for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hood County’s Resale Shop has opened its doors to the public. It didn’t take long for 7-year-old Frankie Rodriquez and his 9-year-old sister Alexis to find the toy department while shopping with their family Saturday afternoon. Located near James Road at 4322 East Highway 377, the new space offers better visibility, more parking and a lot more storage space than the old Eastridge Road location.… Read the rest

Pets will be pampered in luxury at the new Purrfect Paws Pet Resort. Dr. Don Miller, in center cutting the ribbon, is the facility owner. The pet spa and boarding complex is located at 1851 Acton Highway, next to Animal Care Centers. A variety of accommodations cater to pets of all shapes and sizes. Some of the boarding suites come complete with television sets.… Read the rest