If you have lived in this area for any length of time, you know that spring in North Central Texas can be unpredictable, bringing a blend of warm sunshine and sudden, severe weather changes. Staying …

A walk down memory lane becomes even more enthralling when you’re accompanied by the enigmatic revolutionaries, indigenous forefathers and descendants of Texians who shaped our proud state’s history. Talk with these famed characters as you together take Hood County’s 14th annual “Stroll thru Texas History,” and see for yourself exactly how Granbury became known as the city “Where Texas History Lives.”

It's a well-known fact that most veterans share the love of two things — hot rods and collectible weaponry. These two passions collide on May 17 through Stars, Stripes and Sacrifice's first annual “Cars and ARs” event, the proceeds of which go to providing lifesaving supplies to the metroplex’s homeless veteran population.

Just about everyone can agree that nothing is more American than lemonade or capitalism. On May 17, hundreds of local children will flock to the curb loaded down with lemons, sugar, and water to demonstrate this idea and usher in Hood County’s third annual Lemonade Day. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., make it your goal to stuff your bladders and the pockets of local fifth graders by hitting the streets and supporting as many of the young entrepreneurs stands as possible.

Got a pathetic single friend you’re tired of seeing mope around? Well, fate’s dealt you a lucky opportunity. You don’t need to nab cupids' arrow to get your amigo some game this weekend, all you need are mediocre graphic design skills and a dream. Take matters into your own hands May 8 from seven to ten at Warren’s backyard through the medium of the all-powerful PowerPoint.

Imagine walking up to the front entrance of the Hood County Library, where one can see visitors relax as they sit on the butterfly bench to enjoy butterflies and hummingbirds as they swoop in for a …

Many folks have a hard stance on catch and release, however, many prefer to keep their catch for the table.

Nothing says celebrating the resurrected Christian Lord like watching 40 toddlers in smocking fight over pastel plastic eggs in a random field. It's a tradition as old as time, and one that the Hood County YMCA will be perpetuating on April 18 at 11 a.m. with feature guest crafter and Granbury bunny connoisseur Nancy Banks Marstiller.

Nothing in this life beats a good old-fashioned hometown fish fry. Starting as a Lenten tradition, a fish fry on a spring Friday has become commonplace with all demographics, and is now considered as heartily American as apple pie. This year, Hood County’s biggest fish fry, called the ‘Taste of Tolar,’ is going to be hosted by the Tolar Education Foundation at LC Ranch April 26 at 6 p.m.

The Granbury Athletic Association recently issued a check in the amount of $7,180 to the city of Granbury to help fund a new scoreboard, which will be installed at the Granbury City Park Baseball and Softball Complex.

No matter what side of the fence you may find yourself on, most everyone seems to be in agreement that the world is going to heck in a handbasket. Sure, the world has seen its fair share of ups and downs, but the modern citizen is not nearly as equipped to deal with this turbulence as our ancestors who came before.

Nothing will carry the winter blues into the hazy days of summer like you or a loved one experiencing a senseless roadside accident. However, each year, as the weather gets warmer and people once again start to get active outdoors, pedestrian and cycling incidents increase exponentially. To raise awareness for these dangers and hopefully protect some of Texas’ roadway users, TxDOT has launched their new campaign, “Be Safe. Drive Smart.”