William “Allen” Hardin — known for his service as Hood County sheriff and his longtime dedication to the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department — passed away Sept. 29, at the age of 81.

Wake-Up Juice, Java, Liquid Energy, Rocket Fuel, or Morning Jolt are just a few of the endearing nicknames coffee has acquired over the years, but where did this beguiling, bold brew begin? …

For the Thomases, restoring the Nutt House Hotel is a way to give back to their community while preserving a piece of its history. “We didn’t plan to operate a hotel or restaurant, but sometimes life takes you in unexpected directions,” Ike Thomas reflected.

“The show takes listeners through 140 years of history and five generations of the Lomax family, all of which have been devoted to finding, preserving and presenting American music and cultural expression,” Lomax said.

Oktoberfest is one of the most famous cultural festivals in the world, celebrated for its lively atmosphere, traditional German customs, and, of course, its beer. While the festival originated in …

Southern and Ullom addressed all the wood rot on the exterior and, to ensure a uniform appearance, stripped the house down before repainting it. Throughout the restoration, the home’s historical integrity has been a priority, and efforts have been made to maintain its original paint colors and architectural features.

During the Granbury City Council meeting Tuesday, Sept. 3, Mayor Jim Jarratt issued two significant proclamations, honoring key moments in American history. Before making the first proclamation, …

From National Cheese Pizza Day to International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September is packed with quirky, lesser-known, unique holidays that offer a chance to explore new traditions and create …

Members of the Elizabeth Crockett Daughters of the American Revolution, joined by the Sons of the American Revolution and volunteers, invite the public to join them for Constitution Day, Sept. 17 …

The five-day, 40-hour workweek is a standard that many workers take for granted today. However, this system resulted from decades of struggle, advocacy and change, driven by labor movements and …

“It’s been a long wait to get to this point,” City Manager Chris Coffman remarked, acknowledging the patience of the meeting attendees, who had been sitting and waiting for three and a half hours.

The David Crockett Chapter is highly active in the community, organizing events like the annual Texas Independence Day celebration. In 2023, this event coincided with March 2—the day Texas declared its independence in 1836.

While the nation is still reeling from former President Donald Trump’s attempted assassination during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania Saturday, July 13, former Secret Service agent and Hood County resident Mark Lowery urges the community to remain patient and understanding as the investigation unfolds.

The city recently emailed museum volunteer Karen Nace a 30-day lease termination notice, bringing this long-standing tension to the forefront. Both parties have concerns about parking access, historical preservation and community needs.

“My step-grandfather had cancer at the time and lost a bunch of weight, and he lost his Masonic ring somewhere out in the yard,” Krueger said. “He went down to the local electronics store in 1982 and bought a metal detector and struggled with it. Frustrated, he handed it to me, saying, ‘Figure this out.’”

It’s hard to imagine what it would be like to have your life turned upside down by war. Even the most empathetic among us struggle to imagine what being displaced would feel like. So much of our identities come from where we call home.

Established in 1997, the Foxtrotters officially retired in 2017, but the bonds of camaraderie and the spirit of competition they forged remain strong. Reflecting on their journey, Glynes Foster noted, “We played together for 20 years, competing all over the U.S. in senior tournaments and the Senior Olympics. Our medals attest to our reputation.”

Fifty-five years ago, the world held its breath as astronaut Neil Armstrong took humanity's first steps on the moon. The Apollo 11 moon landing was not just a triumph of science and engineering but also a testament to human determination and imagination. On July 20, 1969, at 3:17 p.m. Texas time, the "Eagle" had landed, and the world would never be the same.

At 102 years young, Granbury’s own Charles Baldwin is living proof that age is just a number — especially when it comes to reliving epic adventures! In his most recent experience of a lifetime, the spirited World War II Air Force veteran dusted off his military boots and journeyed back to the shores of Normandy, France, where he once stormed the beaches on D-Day.

“Granbury is a tight-knit community with great recreational appeal,” Grable said. “It’s everything we were looking for, and we want to be good stewards of the community. Exposing people to not only Granbury but the Texas culture is something we’re passionate about.”