After multiple meetings and discussions, Hood County officials are now finalizing a resolution outlining safety requirements for Battery Energy Storage Systems. Shortened to BESS, these devices enable renewable energy sources, like solar and wind, to be stored and released when the power is needed most.

One upcoming event is promising “A Little Less Conversation” and a lot more rock n’ roll when Elvis tribute artist Hunter Cole graces the stage from 4-7 p.m. at Oasis Tranquilo, 950 Williamson Road, Sunday, Aug. 17.

Despite the development boom of North Texas, the Native Prairies Association of Texas made yet another major leap into protecting Texas’ precarious prairies in Somervell County through Drake Ranch’s recent acquisition of a conservation easement. The association now looks hopefully toward Hood County.

GISD is rolling out new procedures for the use of campus libraries for the 2025-26 school year. These procedures are being implemented to align the district with the new state policies that were adopted as a result of Texas Senate Bill 13, passed during the 89th legislative session.

Granbury High School’s new principal Duane Fish is no stranger to school administration, but he is a stranger to Granbury ISD. Aug 14, Fish will take his place at the helm of the pirate ship, beginning his first year as GHS’s principal — and he’s got some lofty goals for the pirate crew.

Classes in the Granbury Independent School District begin Thursday, Aug. 14, but there’s lots to do — both before and after the official first day of school.

The 2025-26 school year will have Lipan’s first-ever varsity volleyball program. A new page in Lipan history will start Aug. 11 when the Lipan plays Weatherford Christian at home, with JV …

Tolar Independent School District is amid providing a new roof overhead. The administration building and old junior high gymnasium are benefiting from some roof reconstruction. Materials arrived June …

The city of Granbury has now “turned the tide” on a major water crisis, following more than a week of intense repairs and non-stop efforts from city staff.

After two July meetings and a full hour-and-a-half discussion later, officials still are no closer to reaching a decision regarding one of Hood County’s biggest current controversies — the proposal to join a local Foreign-Trade Zone.

The Hood County District Clerk’s Office is now on a direct path toward implementing a new investment tool that could serve as a huge benefit for the county’s assets.

Granbury Independent School District’s Board of Trustees, following new state law, approved June 21 a new bathroom facility policy based on biological gender.