The Commissioners Court of Hood County presented a formal proclamation declaring April as “Child Abuse Prevention Month” at a meeting on March 11.

Dr. Calvin Lawrence has achieved a feat many dream of accomplishing, yet few attempt. On January 25, Lawerence published his first book — “The Happy Leader,” an autobiographical narrative cataloging his life’s experiences revolving around themes of leadership, perseverance, and inspiration.

The pecan has played a pivotal role in the culture and livelihoods of Hood County residents for well over a century now, but recent developments in Pecan Plantation may come to show the decline of the nut’s influence over this humble community

Grace Classical Christian Academy presents “Ville du Havre” at Granbury Live Thursday, March 27 and Friday, March 28. Chartered in 2012, this will be the fifth year for GCCA to produce a play.

Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at midnight, completely awake, but then feeling like a zombie when your alarm goes off? Yeah, me too. It’s like my body thinks I’m a night owl, …

Ladies and gentlemen, it’s baseball time in America! The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and the smell of freshly cut grass. Hot dogs, nachos, and ice-cold beer! If you're anything …

Regina Morrison never set out to own a fitness studio. In fact, for most of her life, working out wasn’t even on her radar. But life has a funny way of leading people exactly where they need to …

For nearly a decade, Ashlyn Gomez made a name for herself in front of the camera, appearing in films, commercials, and even scoring a role in a Taylor Sheridan production. But this spring, she traded …

The seventh annual Feather Fest returns to Hood County Saturday, March 22. The free come-and-go event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Acton Nature Center. A celebration of spring, Feather …

On May 29, it will have been 18 years since the twofold tragedy struck the Paluxy River. Though many years have passed, the legacy of three heroes from that fateful event has only grown stronger, serving as a reminder to Hood and Somervell county residents of the heavy weight of the call to duty, and what it means to be a truly selfless friend.

The Acton Nature Center won’t have to break out their duck whistles to call in attendees for this one. On April 6 at 2 p.m., ANC’s lecture series returns with guest speaker Dr. Billy Teels, who will discuss the nesting ecology of the Wood duck.

Despite 100 years spent galivanting around the globe, earning medals of valor, and maintaining Midland through its oil boom, centenarian Wendell Brown is still most known for two things — his enduring optimism and dedication.