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Parker County Center of Hope.
Center of Hope announces new location in Springtown
SPRINGTOWN — Parker County Center of Hope announces the opening of its new location at 112 Optimist Road at the Springtown square. The newly renovated facility will provide a range of services …
(L-R): Miller Language Academy Principal Jennifer Smith, Lucyle Collins Middle School Principal Antonio Tijerina, Marine Creek Leadership Academy Principal Cedrick Miller, DAEP and Student Services Administrator Gary Dix, Effie Morris Early Learning Academy Principal Robbin Church, Howry STEAM Academy Assistant Principal Mark McAlister and Lake Worth High School Assistant Principal Alaina Dearman.
Lake Worth ISD adds new recognition that supports students
LAKE WORTH — The Lake Worth ISD school board recognized lots of teachers, coaches and principals during its Oct. 21 meeting. Board President Armando Velazquez presented a new recognition …
Mayor Pro Tem Randa Goode, A.J. Thibodeaux, council member Stacy Peek and city Director of Economic Planning David Hawkins.
City of Azle gives away celebrity inspired trees for Arbor Day
AZLE — For the third year in a row, the City of Azle has given away trees to its citizens for free. The city continues this tradition as part of its Tree City USA designation which it earned …
Sports
James Kingrea as a linebacker his senior year.
Springtown ISD inducts James L. Kingrea into the Wall of Honor
SPRINGTOWN — Springtown Independent School District inducted James L. Kingrea into its distinguished Wall of Honor Sept. 6, 2024. Kingrea was inducted onto the Wall of Honor for his …
Azle band top contender in popularity contest
AZLE — The Azle High School band has been riding high in the polls. A website keeping track of Texas High School football teams, texashsfootball.com, has seen the school’s band, the …
Azle sports superstars
AZLE — Azle High School 2012 graduate Cara Hoover McKenzie and 2009 graduate Sarah Mendez were inducted into the district’s Athletic Hall of Fame during a ceremony Saturday, Oct. 5. The …
The buzz on Buzzy
AZLE — The Azle High School mascot has been hitting the gym and soon even the football team may start asking for tips. Buzzy unveiled a strong new look at a Sept. 20 pep rally and home game. …
Azle High School Football 9-20-2024
The Azle Hornets took on the Denton Broncos on Sept. 20 at Hornet Stadium, securing a 52-14 victory.
Education
Goshen Creek Elementary School Principal Wendy Ashley is pictured with student Raylen Hays.
Reno, Goshen Creek principals talk National Principals Month
SPRINGTOWN — October is National Principals Month and in Springtown ISD, two principals reflect on the challenges and rewards of school leadership. With a deep commitment to their students …
Landen Jones surprises his younger sister Kyra Peninger at school after being in stationed in an Army base in Georgia.
Army soldier surprises sister in emotional reunion
SPRINGTOWN — Springtown Intermediate School student Kyra Peninger was surprised by an unexpected visitor that showed up to her class Friday, Oct 25. Army Soldier Landen Jones surprised his …
Seniors Nickolas McCabe and Lyndsey Shotwell were given student of the month award by Springtown High School Principal Andrew Hohman and Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce President Kim Ware.
Springtown chamber honors students of the month
SPRINGTOWN — The Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce honored its students of the month during its October luncheon. Springtown High School Principal Andrew Hohman presented the student of …
Business
Local Government
Photo Galleries
Cross Timbers students learn listening through Academy 4
AZLE — Azle schools are making leaps in learning by connecting mentors and mentees. Mentor Jamie Westbrook and fourth grader Max Lombardi spoke and played games at Cross Timbers Elementary …
AML, nature center have turtle-y terrific time
AZLE — One of nature’s slower animals had Azleites rushing to the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. Azle Memorial Library children’s librarian Ava Bryant partnered with the …
Columnist
Newspapers have an important role in maintaining America’s freedom
Newspapers have had an important role in our country since the very inception of our nation. One of the biggest political issues in colonial America was free speech and the right of citizens to speak …
My opinions on computer gaming and some of my favorite games. I’ve been playing games on the home computer since the days of the Trash 80. I love indie, open-world, unique, puzzle, and resource games. The cake is a lie.
Fun games with real-world physics
Here are a couple of quick-to-play physics games that will keep you entertained for a few of hours. 'Physics games' usually assign physical properties to objects in the game, and the puzzle is learning how to manipulate those physical properties to manipulate the object.
My opinions on computer gaming and some of my favorite games. I’ve been playing games on the home computer since the days of the Trash 80. I love indie, open-world, unique, puzzle, and resource games. The cake is a lie.
We Happy Few
We Happy Few is set in 1964 Britain, in an alternate timeline in which the nation lost the war with Germany. The citizens take a drug they call Joy that keeps them happy and causes memory loss, which is a bonus for many of these people. They have a lot of memories they’d like to suppress. But the drugs just aren’t working as well as they used to.
Sam Houston is a syndicated columnist and newspaper executive. He is also an actor, author, playwright and entertainment producer/promoter.
Which side of the coin does your candidate fall on?
As time has passed, the leaders in education have adjusted and altered curriculums to align with the perceived needs of contemporary society. Two generations ago, a traditional education included a healthy dose of the sciences, civics, mathematics and traditional languages like Latin.
Jennifer Harrison - My opinions on computer gaming and some of my favorite games. I’ve been playing games on the home computer since the days of the Trash 80. I love indie, open-world, unique, puzzle, and resource games. The cake is a lie.
Chuchel
Chuchel, from Amanita Designs, is another lighthearted game from Jaromír Plachý. He started work on Chuchel shortly after finishing Botanicula in 2012.
Obituaries
Obituaries
Ronald David Thomas 1940-2024
Ronald David Thomas, 84, passed away, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Azle. A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Deer Cove. He was born June 20, 1940 in Waco to Bran and …
Kimberly Ann Sutton 1962 – 2024
From the first breath of Kimberly Ann Sutton’s life Feb. 1, 1962, adventure was in her blood. From a very young age, bicycles, minibikes, football, baseball and any other physical activity were …
Sydney Lauren Davis 1995-2024
Sydney Lauren Davis went to be with her Lord and Savior Oct. 21, 2024 in Fort Worth. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. at Ash …
Wade Allen Rittenbury 1985-2024
Wade Allen Rittenbury, aged 39, passed away Oct. 26, 2024, in Burleson. Born April 19, 1985, Wade grew up in Azle, where he attended Azle Elementary and Azle High School. Known for his …
Stephen Douglas Spikes 1962-2024
Stephen Douglas Spikes, 61, was united with his savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 at his home in Springtown. He was born Oct. 27, 1962 to Henry David and Sara Dean Flynt Spikes in Fort …
Around the web
Horror movies are as much a mainstay of Halloween as trick or treat − but why are they so bloody?
The preferences of horror audiences change over time, much like the ebb and flow of the blood depicted in these movies.
Now the Electoral College votes for president – 4 essential reads
Voters have cast their ballots. Now the 2024 US presidential election comes down to the Electoral College.
You can soon be on the road to more fun with your powersports vehicle with the help of the Synchrony Outdoors Credit Card.
Riders: Don’t Put Your Powersports Passions on Hold
(NAPSI)—Outdoor enthusiasts around the country are passionate about hopping on their ATVs, SxS (side by sides), dirt bikes, and snowmobiles to hit their local trails. But keeping these vehicles …
What is an ICHRA? A guide to individual coverage HRAs
Thatch explains what an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement is and how it compares to other healthcare plans.
La familia Towler se hace un retrato en Fort Cavazos (anteriormente Fort Hood) pocos meses antes de un cambio permanente de destino a Alemania. (Fotos crédito: Betty Towler)
Una voluntaria de la Cruz Roja encuentra una comunidad en la Red de Cuidadores de Militares y Veteranos Betty Towler cuida de su marido tras dos despliegues en Irak. La Red de Cuidadores de Militares y Veteranos le brindó apoyo y también le ayudó a cuida
(NAPSI)—Betty Towler conoció a su marido, el sargento de primera clase del ejército de los Estados Unidos Nigel Towler, hace más de 20 años mientras estaba destinado en Corea. Cuando regresaron …