Reagen Deming, a Granbury native and former student of Acton Elementary School, was recently asked by Acton Elementary School Principal Maggie Walton to create a mural inside the school to celebrate learning and encourage young minds.

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.

Members of the Hood County Commissioners Court engaged in a lively discussion last week regarding the potential implementation of a daily reporting process for IT personnel.

Glenn presented the consideration for the approval of a warranty deed for 10.05 acres from the City of Granbury to the board of trustees for Granbury ISD. He provided background information about the property’s history, including its use by the school district and the city’s plans, which ultimately did not move forward. Due to a recall provision in the contract, the property is being reverted back to GISD.

“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.”

National Ugly Truck Contest Day, observed July 20, is a quirky holiday celebrating the character and stories of unique, well-worn trucks. While its origin remains undocumented, the day likely began as a grassroots celebration that gained popularity over time. Communities can mark the occasion by organizing ugly truck contests with prizes for the most “distinctive” vehicles and sharing photos and stories on social media using a dedicated hashtag.

Chuckwagon cook-offs are now famous throughout the Southwest, especially in Texas. “We’ll have wagons from Texas, Oklahoma — all over — coming in for this event,” Robertson explained. Chuckwagon cooking offers a unique, historically authentic experience unlike typical BBQ or catering. He added, “These cook-offs are two-part events.

Before class participants created their version of the drink, Sledge conducted a ‘dry run,’ explaining the recipe, ingredients and techniques used to make the cocktail. The Old Fashioned lesson, crafted with Sledge’s Rocky Branch Bourbon, included a tutorial with a kitchen blow torch to smoke flavored wood chips. This technique added a hint of smokiness to the drink, enhancing its flavor profile.

In a unanimous vote, the Granbury City Council approved the creation of a tax abatement reinvestment zone at the Granbury Regional Airport, during a regularly scheduled meeting July 2.

After several years in the making, Hood County children can now enjoy a playtime paradise at Acton Place Park — complete with sliding, climbing, and endless amounts of fun!

The Hood County Democratic Party has officially announced the nomination of Jon Back as its candidate for district clerk in the upcoming November election.

During a Granbury City Council meeting July 2, City Manager Chris Coffman recognized public works employees for their efforts in resolving two serious incidents: a major traffic disruption and a critical infrastructure repair.

The Hood County Commissioners Court voted 3:2 to adopt a tax abatement policy during a regularly scheduled meeting July 9. The policy — which aims to offer reduced property taxes to eligible businesses — was implemented by the court with the goal of potentially bolstering economic growth in the county.

The Hood County Commissioners Court implemented a pipeline permit policy during a regularly scheduled meeting July 9.

The Hood County Commissioners Court unanimously voted to allow Hood County Judge Ron Massingill to sign a memorandum of understanding with two local organizations, officially designating them as emergency animal shelters.

July 13’s event marked the first RC boat show in Granbury, aiming to bring together RC boat enthusiasts who typically race or run their boats with a small group of friends. “We wanted to get together; this was a first of its kind in Granbury. We’re planning on hosting it two or three times a year from now on out,” said Bogle.

The Hood County Commissioners Court recently approved a $400,000 transfer from Fund 55 to address the escalating costs of housing out-of-county inmates.

Members of Acton Middle School’s Varsity Treble Choir will be tuning up this fall as students prepare for a pitch-perfect performance at the Texas Music Educator Association Clinic/Convention in February 2025.

The Hood County Commissioners Court officially designated the week of July 21-27 as Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week during a regularly scheduled meeting July 9.

The Hood County Sheriff’s Office was awarded a shiny new trophy Tuesday for its exemplary participation in the county’s annual Battle of the Badges blood drive.