It was a joyous day of celebration for many Hood County Republicans Jan. 20, following the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

On Tuesday, Granbury City Council unanimously approved a contract with engineering firm Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd to relocate water and sewer lines along the rights-of-way on U.S. Highway 377 and U.S. Highway 144.

Residents and visitors alike will be shaking their maracas next month, as eight local hunks bring the spice and the charm to compete for one of the most coveted titles in Hood County: the next Handsome Hunk.

George Freeman, an attorney at the Hyde Law Firm, presented a preliminary request to the Hood County Commissioners Court last week to use the second-floor courtroom in the historical courthouse for the Granbury Miracle Project.

Antarctica is the largest desert in the world. It also holds most of Earth’s fresh water — 90% of the earth’s ice. Antarctica is visually quiet but on average is the windiest …

With district play in season for Granbury ISD, the high school boys basketball team is under new management with Jeremy McFerrin Leading the Pirates this 2024-2025 season. The Cotton Center …

A ndy Atkins is the newest Tolar boys basketball coach in his 21st year of coaching coming from the DFW metroplex. His previous jobs include times at Flower Mound High School, Lewisville Independent …

The powerlifting season is underway and the Granbury Lady Pirates, despite a short roster, had a standout showing at Saginaw recently. “We had a great meet. The ladies competed hard, and I …

The Granbury City Council recognized Place 2 councilman Eddie Rodriquez Tuesday night for his recent accomplishment of being elected president of the Texas Municipal League Region 8.

The AV equipment upgrade at the Hood County Emergency Operations Center is taking a little longer than initially expected.

Granbury Independent School District officially has a new leader at the helm of its Pirate ship, as the board of trustees announced last week Dr. Courtney Morawski will serve as the district’s new superintendent.

The Granbury Independent School District is making strides in its academic performance, according to a report released by the Texas Education Agency.

Registrations are now being accepted by the Hood County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office for horticulture training to become a master gardener. The classes will meet every Tuesday beginning March 25 and concluding on May 27. Class locations locate between Hood, Somervell and Johnson County. Deadline to apply is Jan. 31.

This year marked 70 years for the Hood County Junior Livestock Show and Sale. Events ran from Tuesday, Jan. 7 through Saturday, Jan. 11. As is often the case for the Hood County Junior Livestock Show, the week was cold and wet, but that didn’t stop the excitement emanating from the Reunion grounds as young contenders both from Granbury, Lipan and Tolar FFA groups and Hood County area 4-H groups gathered to show their animals, their skills and their wares.

Granbury Civic Chorus Monday evening rehearsals will restart Jan. 20 from 7-9 p.m. to prepare for the Spring “Seasons” concert. The organization is pleased to announce a new artistic …

The following is a breakdown of activity that occurred through the Granbury Police Department during the period of Jan 6-12. While there were many incidents, this is a partial list of more …

The Hood County Commissioners Court voted to adopt a resolution Tuesday that, if approved by the Texas Legislature, would change how members of the Hood County Hospital District board become appointment.

With their reindeer hitched and the sleigh all packed, Mr. and Mrs. Claus have officially closed Santa House for the holidays, spreading cheer to a total of 6,761 guests — setting a new record for the Hood County duo.

The Hood County Commissioners Court approved an additional $6,600 in emergency repairs to the jail intercom system during a special meeting Jan. 14.

The city of Granbury is making headway on its Comprehensive Plan, with adoption set to take place as early as March.