The much-anticipated Goosebump Jump will return to Granbury Jan. 18 and registration has opened for this popular event. This fun event marks its fifth year after more than 300 participants faced the frigid Lake Granbury waters last year.

On Monday, Nov. 18 People Helping People distributed Thanksgiving meals to members of the community. Yearly, Hood County residents are provided these free Thanksgiving meals, and typically the nonprofit serves between 400 and 500 people on this day alone.

The following is a breakdown of activity that occurred through the Granbury Police Department during the period of Nov. 12-18. While there were many incidents, this is a partial list of more significant activity.

Information should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event for consideration. The Community Calendar is a free listing in the Hood County News to inform readers of programs, special meetings and nonprofit events. The event should be open to the public and free to attend. Email the who, what, when and where. Include the meeting location and a street address for the location. The topic for the meeting, program or guest speaker must be included. Email to: calendar@hcnews.com. Calendar information runs in chronological order as space is available.

Located at 1840 N. Plaza Drive in Suite C, Vampire Penguin offers a unique dessert experience that you can’t get anywhere else — at least in Texas anyway.

The Hood County Commissioners Court voted 3:2 to pass a resolution that will limit government power to both the U.S. and Texas Constitutions during a regularly scheduled meeting Nov. 12.

The Granbury Independent School District has officially entered into an agreement with StoneWater Church to establish an additional emergency site in the event of a mass evacuation.

The Hood County Commissioners Court reviewed its rules of procedure, conduct and decorum Nov. 12, following a recent public dispute with a resident.

The Hood County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution Nov. 12 in support of a county motor fuel tax exemption.

Granbury’s three-story clock tower, located on top of the historic courthouse, will soon receive quarterly inspections — at no cost to the county.

The Granbury Independent School District board of trustees elected a new president and vice president during its meeting Monday, Nov. 18.

Hood County residents will soon be able to tell if any fraudulent activity is detected on their county property records.

The Tolar Rattlers (10-1) won their 10th consecutive football game and advanced to the second round of the Class 3A Division II playoffs with their second victory against Millsap (4-7) this season. …

On Nov. 2, 37 new firefighters graduated from the Granbury Fire Academy. The diverse group of men and women represent fire departments from Granbury, DeCordova, Cresson, Pecan Plantation, Indian Harbor, Tolar, Brazos, Bluff Dale, Somervell County and Morgan Mill.

On Sunday, Nov. 10, local Hood County firefighters and EMS successfully rescued a 2-year-old from a burning apartment building — a lifesaving effort that made national news. In a striking coincidence, however, the same lifesaving techniques that enabled the dramatic rescue were honed at the very fire training facility now slated for much-needed repairs.

Last week, parents and community members alike gathered for a community discussion forum regarding the search for a new GISD superintendent.

Frustration has reached a boiling point at the Lake Granbury Harbor Owners Association as members plan to take a stand Saturday, Nov. 23, to remove the current board of directors. Elizabeth …

Granbury ISD is known for its exceptional teachers, but one stands out for his unique combination of talents and dedication. Meet Ryan Payne — last year’s Granbury ISD Teacher of the Year …

There’s an old saying that "cookies are just hugs you can eat." Never has that been more true than at Perfectly Printed Cookies! Perfectly Printed Cookies is redefining the art of baking and …

This holiday season, the historic Granbury Opera House will come alive with the enchanting sights and sounds of The Nutcracker, performed by the acclaimed Ballet Frontier of Fort Worth. From November …