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"Renaissance Salons" - Ridglea Willard (foreground) and fellow Granbury High School sophomores (from left) Katherine Bramlett, Racheal Rodgers and Jaden Carbonnet impress judges with their performance, research and preparation with their presentation of "Renaissance Salons" for Wednesday's History Fair at the high school. These young ladies were so prepared they actually hauled in the green antique sofa shown in the photo to use as a prop. Mary Vinson/Hood County News
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Update
Dog, 14, revived with pet oxygen mask but trauma proves too much to overcome
(Posted Fri 07:01 pm)
A 14-year-old female dachshund mix who was rescued from a burning home Tuesday evening was revived by Texas EMS shift supervisor Clint Perkins using a special pet oxygen mask, but the heat and smoke damage done was apparently too much for the elderly pet to overcome. There were no injuries among the three family members who lived there, or the firefighters, but two other dogs also died as a result of the fire.
(Posted Fri 07:01 pm)
A 14-year-old female dachshund mix who was rescued from a burning home Tuesday evening was revived by Texas EMS shift supervisor Clint Perkins using a special pet oxygen mask, but the heat and smoke damage done was apparently too much for the elderly pet to overcome. There were no injuries among the three family members who lived there, or the firefighters, but two other dogs also died as a result of the fire.
Granbury Police statistics show mixed results for 2011
(Posted Fri 06:49 pm)
The crime statistics released by the Granbury Police Department for 2011 show a slight rise in sexual assaults and vehicle thefts, but the categories of aggravated assault, burglary and theft show downward trends.
(Posted Fri 06:49 pm)
The crime statistics released by the Granbury Police Department for 2011 show a slight rise in sexual assaults and vehicle thefts, but the categories of aggravated assault, burglary and theft show downward trends.
Second murder suspect arrives in Hood County, arraigned
(Posted Fri 06:37 pm)
Kimberly Danielle Milwicz, 23, the second suspect in the Jan. 17 shooting death T.J.'s Private Club and Cafe owner Gene Sabin, was arraigned Friday in Granbury on a murder charge after being transported to the Hood County Jail Thursday from a jail in Las Cruces, N.M., Sheriff Roger Deeds said. Milwicz, who gave a Weatherford home address, is a former employee of the club, according to the sheriff. The first suspect arrested, Hood County resident Justin Wade Ragan, 23, was already in custody on a murder charge in connection with Sabin's death, Deeds said. The bond for both Milwicz and Ragan is $1 million.
(Posted Fri 06:37 pm)
Kimberly Danielle Milwicz, 23, the second suspect in the Jan. 17 shooting death T.J.'s Private Club and Cafe owner Gene Sabin, was arraigned Friday in Granbury on a murder charge after being transported to the Hood County Jail Thursday from a jail in Las Cruces, N.M., Sheriff Roger Deeds said. Milwicz, who gave a Weatherford home address, is a former employee of the club, according to the sheriff. The first suspect arrested, Hood County resident Justin Wade Ragan, 23, was already in custody on a murder charge in connection with Sabin's death, Deeds said. The bond for both Milwicz and Ragan is $1 million.
Granbury Citizen Police Academy has some openings
(Posted Fri 06:19 pm)
There are a few openings left for the Granbury Citizens Police Academy, according to Police Community Services Sergeant Chris Brichetto. The next class starts March 22. Anyone interested can attend an orientation class on Feb. 23. Contact Brichetto by calling the Granbury Police Department's non-emergency number at 817-573-2648. An application for the class, or more information, can be obtained online at www.granbury.org by clicking on "departments," followed by "police services" and "Citizens Police Academny."
(Posted Fri 06:19 pm)
There are a few openings left for the Granbury Citizens Police Academy, according to Police Community Services Sergeant Chris Brichetto. The next class starts March 22. Anyone interested can attend an orientation class on Feb. 23. Contact Brichetto by calling the Granbury Police Department's non-emergency number at 817-573-2648. An application for the class, or more information, can be obtained online at www.granbury.org by clicking on "departments," followed by "police services" and "Citizens Police Academny."
Still time if you want to serve
(Posted Fri 05:32 pm)
The city of Granbury will continue to take applications through next Friday from anyone wishing to serve on a city board. For a listing of the boards, go to www.granbury.org.
(Posted Fri 05:32 pm)
The city of Granbury will continue to take applications through next Friday from anyone wishing to serve on a city board. For a listing of the boards, go to www.granbury.org.
Lake is full, let the debris removal begin
(Posted Fri 01:24 pm)
After heavy rains filled the lake this week, many waterfront owners are now clearing logs and floating debris from around their docks. The current created with gates open at the dam brings all kinds of floating objects downstream. Logs and other debris becomes lodged in and around boat docks and canals on the lake.
(Posted Fri 01:24 pm)
After heavy rains filled the lake this week, many waterfront owners are now clearing logs and floating debris from around their docks. The current created with gates open at the dam brings all kinds of floating objects downstream. Logs and other debris becomes lodged in and around boat docks and canals on the lake.
Raffa offers fire safety tips
(Posted Fri 12:34 pm)
Fire Chief Dave Raffa of the Pecan Plantation Volunteer Fire Department has some important safety reminders as we head into February. If you utilize your fireplace, dispose of the embers and ashes in metal pails and place them away from your house. Never place them in a trash container or paper sack in or near your home or garage. They stay dangerously hot for a lot longer than you would think, and often cause house fires during the winter months. Also, check your smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly and change the batteries at least once a year.
(Posted Fri 12:34 pm)
Fire Chief Dave Raffa of the Pecan Plantation Volunteer Fire Department has some important safety reminders as we head into February. If you utilize your fireplace, dispose of the embers and ashes in metal pails and place them away from your house. Never place them in a trash container or paper sack in or near your home or garage. They stay dangerously hot for a lot longer than you would think, and often cause house fires during the winter months. Also, check your smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly and change the batteries at least once a year.
Hood County Junior Livestock Show
by HCNvideo
(Posted 1/12/2012 04:43 pm)
Scenes from opening days of the Hood County Junior Livestock Show
(Posted 1/12/2012 04:43 pm)
Scenes from opening days of the Hood County Junior Livestock Show
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(Posted Fri 10:27 am)
Shudder speed: HCN photographer Mary Vinson wins awards for a reason. She was on the scene when first responders successfully pulled off a dramatic high water rescue this week of Tolar school cafeteria worker Cathy Fisher.
(Posted Fri 10:27 am)
Shudder speed: HCN photographer Mary Vinson wins awards for a reason. She was on the scene when first responders successfully pulled off a dramatic high water rescue this week of Tolar school cafeteria worker Cathy Fisher.
Sports
Pirates remain in playoff chase
(Posted Fri 10:29 pm)
Boys basketball
Friday
Granbury 58, oshua 48
Pirates (16-12, 5-4 in 7-4A) move to within a game of fourth place by holding off Owls (0-24, 0-9). Connor Adams posted a double-double for Pirates with 19 points and 15 rebounds.
(Posted Fri 10:29 pm)
Boys basketball
Friday
Granbury 58, oshua 48
Pirates (16-12, 5-4 in 7-4A) move to within a game of fourth place by holding off Owls (0-24, 0-9). Connor Adams posted a double-double for Pirates with 19 points and 15 rebounds.
Lady Pirates secure playoff berth
(Posted Fri 08:44 pm)
Girls basketball
Friday
Granbury 51, Joshua 21
Lady Pirates (23-7, 9-2 in 7-4A) wrap up a postseason berth with a win over the Lady Owls (5-20, 1-10), combined with Everman's 58-28 loss to Arlington Seguin. Granbury also remains a game up on Seguin for second place in district, two games behind behind Mansfield More...
(Posted Fri 08:44 pm)
Girls basketball
Friday
Granbury 51, Joshua 21
Lady Pirates (23-7, 9-2 in 7-4A) wrap up a postseason berth with a win over the Lady Owls (5-20, 1-10), combined with Everman's 58-28 loss to Arlington Seguin. Granbury also remains a game up on Seguin for second place in district, two games behind behind Mansfield More...
Area boys basketball
(Posted Fri 11:45 pm)
Thursday
Waco Methodist Children's Home 96, Happy Hill 57
Pioneers 15-9
Friday
Brock 84, Tolar 51
Rattlers 11-14, 3-6 in 10-2A; Eagles 20-6, 9-0, No. 7 in state
Lipan 60, Bryson 35
Indians 16-10, 4-1 in 16-A, No. 21 in state
(Posted Fri 11:45 pm)
Thursday
Waco Methodist Children's Home 96, Happy Hill 57
Pioneers 15-9
Friday
Brock 84, Tolar 51
Rattlers 11-14, 3-6 in 10-2A; Eagles 20-6, 9-0, No. 7 in state
Lipan 60, Bryson 35
Indians 16-10, 4-1 in 16-A, No. 21 in state
Area girls basketball
(Posted Fri 08:03 pm)
Thursday
Happy Hill 66, E. Texas Christian 48
Lady Pioneers 18-5, No. 1 in state in TAPPS A
Friday
Lipan 71, Bryson 16
Lady Indians 26-2, 7-0 in 16-A, No. 3 in state
Brock 59, Tolar 27
Lady Rattlers 23-6, 7-4; Lady Eagles 25-5, 11-0, No. 3 in state
(Posted Fri 08:03 pm)
Thursday
Happy Hill 66, E. Texas Christian 48
Lady Pioneers 18-5, No. 1 in state in TAPPS A
Friday
Lipan 71, Bryson 16
Lady Indians 26-2, 7-0 in 16-A, No. 3 in state
Brock 59, Tolar 27
Lady Rattlers 23-6, 7-4; Lady Eagles 25-5, 11-0, No. 3 in state
Pirates make short work of Legacy
(Posted Fri 10:35 pm)
Boys soccer
Friday
Granbury 8, Mansfield Legacy 1
Pirates (8-0) have outscored opponents 27-4
(Posted Fri 10:35 pm)
Boys soccer
Friday
Granbury 8, Mansfield Legacy 1
Pirates (8-0) have outscored opponents 27-4
Granbury swimmers seek regionals
(Posted Thu 03:30 pm)
District 15-4A Meet
Friday-Saturday, Mansfield Natatorium
Top six in each event advance to Region IV Meet, also in Mansfield, Feb. 9-11
(Posted Thu 03:30 pm)
District 15-4A Meet
Friday-Saturday, Mansfield Natatorium
Top six in each event advance to Region IV Meet, also in Mansfield, Feb. 9-11
Entertainment
Death Notices
Deaths
(Posted Fri 12:50 pm)
Ann Janette Southern, 77, Granbury -- Service Saturday, 2 p.m., Wiley Funeral Home, Glen Rose.
Irene Peters Arwine, 86, Weatherford -- Service Saturday, 2 p.m., Lipan First Baptist Church. Visitation Friday evening, 6-8, Wiley Chapel in Lipan.
Linda Fitzgerald, 74, Granbury -- Service Sunday, 2 p.m., Triple Cross Cowboy Church. Visitation Saturday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Don Wesley Campbell, 75, Granbury -- Service Wednesday, 2 p.m., Couts Memorial United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Weatherford.
(Posted Fri 12:50 pm)
Ann Janette Southern, 77, Granbury -- Service Saturday, 2 p.m., Wiley Funeral Home, Glen Rose.
Irene Peters Arwine, 86, Weatherford -- Service Saturday, 2 p.m., Lipan First Baptist Church. Visitation Friday evening, 6-8, Wiley Chapel in Lipan.
Linda Fitzgerald, 74, Granbury -- Service Sunday, 2 p.m., Triple Cross Cowboy Church. Visitation Saturday evening, 6-8, Wiley Funeral Home.
Don Wesley Campbell, 75, Granbury -- Service Wednesday, 2 p.m., Couts Memorial United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Weatherford.
