Friday, May 23, 2025
Community
Mayor Jim Jarratt instructs Granbury’s honorary Mayor of the Day, 9-year-old Abigail Junkins, how to use a gavel at the dais before the Granbury City Council meeting May 20.
Little leader, big day | Granbury council welcomes ‘Mayor for the Day’ to the dais
Granbury's youngest mayor may not have been able to see over the dais — but she had no problem stealing the show during Tuesday’s council meeting.
The Granbury ISD school board approved an attendance day waiver and rescinded the proposal relating to extending trustee term lengths, during the two-hour board meeting May 19.
GISD board approves attendance day waiver; rescinds term extension proposal
The Granbury Independent School District Board of Trustees’ monthly meeting May 19 was filled with student achievements and board approvals, as the district prepared to wrap up another successful year.
The Co-Ed Kinder through second grade camp will be hosted by Coach McFerrin and new girls basketball coach Brad Blalock as well to give an opportunity for this age to participate and fall in love with the game.
Granbury ISD schedules athletic summer camps
This summer, Granbury ISD will be having multiple athletic summer camps for the youth, middle school and high school students. All grades listed for camps will be a student’s incoming grade. …
“Granbury ISD Athletics officially announced at the May 19 school board meeting the appointment of Brad Blalock as the Granbury Lady Pirate Basketball head coach at Granbury High School. Blalock comes to Granbury ISD from Christoval High School where he held the same role since 2023.”
Sustaining success: The goal for Brad Blalock
Granbury ISD athletics selected its new high school girls basketball coach May 19. Brad Blalock is filling a “Thorpe-Ing” hole in Pirates basketball fans' hearts. Blalock will be leaving …
Hood County was presented with the 2024 Safety Achievement Award by Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool, during a regular meeting May 13. This award highlights the county’s commitment to safety and saving taxpayer dollars.
Hood County earns 2024 Safety Achievement Award
At a regular meeting of the Hood County Commissioners Court on May 13, the county was presented with the 2024 Safety Achievement Award from the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Pool (RMP).
The Hood County Commissioners Court voted unanimously last week to request proposals to repair the windows of the historic courthouse — several of which had sustained damage from a recent hailstorm.
County seeks bids for courthouse window repairs
The Hood County Commissioners voted unanimously last week to request proposals to repair the windows of the historic courthouse — several of which had sustained damage from a recent hailstorm.
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Business
Business
The new Executive Editor for the Hood County News, Richard Nelson.

A new ‘edition’

Richard Nelson began his long affair with print news more than 40 years ago. With varied experience at seven publications and operating as the publisher of five of them, Nelson is excited to bring his garnered expertise to the HCN as its new executive editor.
Visit Granbury is blazing a tourism trail
With a hearty “yee-haw,” Hood County is leaving its red-hot brand on Texas’ “Cowboy Tourism” trail.
The more you know...
The world of school districts, board meetings and superintendents can be mystifying for those who don’t engage daily in the education sector of the community. To bridge the gap and strengthen ties between Granbury residents and GISD, new Superintendent Dr. Courtney Morawski has launched the Ambassador Program in hopes of educating the community about the district’s inner workings.
GISD Superintendent Dr. Courtney Morawski spoke at the quarterly Leaders in Government luncheon.
Lunching with leaders
Last Tuesday, the leaders of Hood County gathered together in the David Southern Lake Granbury Conference Center for their quarterly Leaders in Government luncheon. Courtney Morawski, who was recently selected as the new superintendent for Granbury Independent School District, was the keynote speaker. She surveyed community leaders in attendance for the best ways to improve the practices of the district under her new administration.
Lemonade Day returns to Hood County on May 17th.
When life gives kids lemons...
Just about everyone can agree that nothing is more American than lemonade or capitalism. On May 17, hundreds of local children will flock to the curb loaded down with lemons, sugar, and water to demonstrate this idea and usher in Hood County’s third annual Lemonade Day. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., make it your goal to stuff your bladders and the pockets of local fifth graders by hitting the streets and supporting as many of the young entrepreneurs stands as possible.
PowerPoints for Post-grad Parties
Got a pathetic single friend you’re tired of seeing mope around? Well, fate’s dealt you a lucky opportunity. You don’t need to nab cupids' arrow to get your amigo some game this weekend, all you need are mediocre graphic design skills and a dream. Take matters into your own hands May 8 from seven to ten at Warren’s backyard through the medium of the all-powerful PowerPoint.
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How tinnitus treatments have improved for the better

Struggling with the constant buzz of tinnitus or the frustration of hearing loss? You’re not alone—and you’re not without hope. According to the American Tinnitus Association , …
Sports
Tolar ISD has opened registration for its 2025 athletic camps. There are camps for a variety of high school sports and for all skill levels. “These camps offer students a fantastic …
Boys basketball in Granbury was led by a new Pirate for the 2024-25 season. Head coach Jeremy McFerrin put up his sail in his first year at Granbury High School and steered them through some rough …
Granbury Youth Football Association's fall registration is open to those 5 to 12 years old. GYFA is a non-profit sports association that allows children the opportunity to play football, but also …

GHS Cheer is going double AA

GHS Cheer team will be giving a pre-game performance May 9 at the Cleburne Railroaders game against the Winnipeg Goldeyes at La Moderna field.

Granbury High cheer fans will be able to get a sneak peek at the 2025-26 team May 9. The pirate cheer team will be giving a pregame performance at the Cleburne Railroaders game against the Winnipeg …

Coach Croft is getting the Pirates name back out there

Coach Croft enjoyed his first year as a Pirate and is proud that Granbury soccer is getting its name out there.

The 2024-25 school year brought a handful of new faces to the athletic department at Granbury High School. One of those new faces is boys’ head soccer coach Joshua Croft. The Sam Houston State …

Granbury Baseball 4-15-2025

The Granbury Pirates took on the Aledo Bearcats Tuesday April 15, at home. Aledo took the lead early and the Pirates weren't able to close the lead and ended up having their first loss in district …

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Columnists
“A Living: Working-Class Americans Talk to Their Doctor” by Michael D. Stein, M.D.
c.2025, Melville House $26.99 202 pages
'A Living'
The pain is right between your shoulders. It wraps around your spine and crawls up your neck to sit on your head, making it hard to lift, bend, walk, think and carry — in short, it makes …
Diane Long

A Mississippi native who has been a Texas transplant for 29 years, Diane Long is a wife, mother, and former English teacher who has written Pecan Plantation Bits for 16 years cumulatively. She spends her time both gathering neighborhood news and collecting new books to read.
Mother's Day Weekend is full of activity in Pecan Plantation
With spring weather upon us and Mother’s Day weekend here, Pecan Plantation offers numerous opportunities for its residents. GROWING GREEN First, Pecan’s Community Gardens Club …
Dr. Don Newbury is a long-time public speaker and former university president who writes weekly.
Nitpicks and toothpicks
When one nitpicks, there’s no end to it. We’re all frequently guilty, and I admit to being among chief sinners, particularly since the term’s initial usage began in 1956, the same …
Monica Hays, Executive Director at Forward Training Center.
Weathering the storm, celebrating the journey: community rallies as graduates step into new directions
The skies may have poured rain, but the spirit of our supporters shone brightly at Forward Training Center’s 7 th annual "Shoot for a Cause — Break the Cycle" clay shoot fundraiser. Teams …
Michael Acosta- As a licensed professional fishing guide, Michael Acosta shows you how to find them. The Granbury resident of 30 years has been fishing all of his life and has been a licensed guide since 1998.
HOOD OUTDOORS: Common courtesy on the water
The weather is warming up fast, and the number of boats on our area lakes is forever increasing. We need to be courteous and safe on the water. Every year, there are many unnecessary deaths on the …
Photo Galleries

Sculpture Debut and Butterfly Release

Lake Granbury Master Gardeners were delighted Saturday, May 3, to finally present the art sculpture "LIFE CYCLE" to the Hood County Library. The sculpture has been five years in the making, with …

Keller Williams Brazos West hosts Annual RED Day in Granbury

The Granbury Keller Williams Brazos West office May 8 participated in Keller Williams’ annual RED Day — an initiative standing for Renew, Energize and Donate. This event happens each year on the …

Recycled Art, the art gallery of the Hood County Collection Station

They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Nowhere is this more evident than the Hood County Citizens Collection Station, where a carefully curated art exhibit hides in plain sight. The …

Raise your glass to the Granbury Wine Celebration!

Raise Your Glass to the Granbury Wine Celebration! The two-day Granbury Wine Celebration, a premier showcase of Texas wine, cuisine, and culture, took place Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April …

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Lifestyles
Outdoor Activities

Weather aware: Planning ahead for when nature turns ugly

Knowing the local weather patterns is your first line of defense.

If you have lived in this area for any length of time, you know that spring in North Central Texas can be unpredictable, bringing a blend of warm sunshine and sudden, severe weather changes. Staying …

Entertainment

The glorious chaos of Saturday morning cartoons

I am an unapologetic child of the late 1960s and early 1970s. For all the turmoil and social upheaval of the period, it was still, by and large, a time of innocence and simpler pleasures. Take …

Local Events

A ‘ghoul’ time had by all

Fifteen years later and the Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour is still raising spirits — both figuratively and literally. Since 2010, the Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour has been the perfect evening activity for both residents and tourists eager to get their spook on.

Community Calendar Dec. 14, 2024

Information should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event for consideration. The Community Calendar is a free listing in the Hood County News to inform readers of programs, special meetings and nonprofit events. The event should be open to the public and free to attend. Email the who, what, when and where. Include the meeting location and a street address for the location. The topic for the meeting, program or guest speaker must be included. Email to: calendar@hcnews.com. Calendar information runs in chronological order as space is available.

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