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From National Cheese Pizza Day to International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September is packed with quirky, lesser-known, unique holidays that offer a chance to explore new traditions and create …

Members of the Elizabeth Crockett Daughters of the American Revolution, joined by the Sons of the American Revolution and volunteers, invite the public to join them for Constitution Day, Sept. 17 …

The five-day, 40-hour workweek is a standard that many workers take for granted today. However, this system resulted from decades of struggle, advocacy and change, driven by labor movements and …

“It’s been a long wait to get to this point,” City Manager Chris Coffman remarked, acknowledging the patience of the meeting attendees, who had been sitting and waiting for three and a half hours.

The David Crockett Chapter is highly active in the community, organizing events like the annual Texas Independence Day celebration. In 2023, this event coincided with March 2—the day Texas declared its independence in 1836.

While the nation is still reeling from former President Donald Trump’s attempted assassination during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania Saturday, July 13, former Secret Service agent and Hood County resident Mark Lowery urges the community to remain patient and understanding as the investigation unfolds.

The city recently emailed museum volunteer Karen Nace a 30-day lease termination notice, bringing this long-standing tension to the forefront. Both parties have concerns about parking access, historical preservation and community needs.

“My step-grandfather had cancer at the time and lost a bunch of weight, and he lost his Masonic ring somewhere out in the yard,” Krueger said. “He went down to the local electronics store in 1982 and bought a metal detector and struggled with it. Frustrated, he handed it to me, saying, ‘Figure this out.’”

It’s hard to imagine what it would be like to have your life turned upside down by war. Even the most empathetic among us struggle to imagine what being displaced would feel like. So much of our identities come from where we call home.

Established in 1997, the Foxtrotters officially retired in 2017, but the bonds of camaraderie and the spirit of competition they forged remain strong. Reflecting on their journey, Glynes Foster noted, “We played together for 20 years, competing all over the U.S. in senior tournaments and the Senior Olympics. Our medals attest to our reputation.”

Fifty-five years ago, the world held its breath as astronaut Neil Armstrong took humanity's first steps on the moon. The Apollo 11 moon landing was not just a triumph of science and engineering but also a testament to human determination and imagination. On July 20, 1969, at 3:17 p.m. Texas time, the "Eagle" had landed, and the world would never be the same.

At 102 years young, Granbury’s own Charles Baldwin is living proof that age is just a number — especially when it comes to reliving epic adventures! In his most recent experience of a lifetime, the spirited World War II Air Force veteran dusted off his military boots and journeyed back to the shores of Normandy, France, where he once stormed the beaches on D-Day.

“Granbury is a tight-knit community with great recreational appeal,” Grable said. “It’s everything we were looking for, and we want to be good stewards of the community. Exposing people to not only Granbury but the Texas culture is something we’re passionate about.”

National Ugly Truck Contest Day, observed July 20, is a quirky holiday celebrating the character and stories of unique, well-worn trucks. While its origin remains undocumented, the day likely began as a grassroots celebration that gained popularity over time. Communities can mark the occasion by organizing ugly truck contests with prizes for the most “distinctive” vehicles and sharing photos and stories on social media using a dedicated hashtag.

Chuckwagon cook-offs are now famous throughout the Southwest, especially in Texas. “We’ll have wagons from Texas, Oklahoma — all over — coming in for this event,” Robertson explained. Chuckwagon cooking offers a unique, historically authentic experience unlike typical BBQ or catering. He added, “These cook-offs are two-part events.

His journey began with a stint in the Texas oilfields, working alongside his older brother, Mac. In the 1950s, inspired by Mac’s service in the 7th Cavalry Division of the U.S. Army, McCrae joined the National Guard while Sister (Carol) McCrae was working in the surplus line insurance business in Dallas.

From humble beginnings to a beloved tradition, Granbury’s annual Fourth of July celebration has continuously brought the community together in a shared display of love and local pride.

In addition to bowling, Pins serves delicious food with a diverse menu ranging from appetizers to gourmet sandwiches to pizza. There is live music on Thursday nights and various digital games like archery and castle destruction, appealing to both kids and adults.

As we honored those who gave all this past Memorial Day, no one feels the solemnity of this day more than those who did return from combat to join their families.

The Texas Heroes Foundation held its 14th annual Stroll Thru Texas History event at the historic Acton Cemetery off Fall Creek Highway May 17-19.

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