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Fourth grade mentors celebrate successful Azle introduction
AZLE — Academy 4 highlighted a successful Azle launch of its fourth-grade mentoring program with an Oct 3 gala and fundraiser at the One Azle building. The Azle Rotary Club played a role in …
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 …
Lake Worth City Council approves budget for 2024-25 fiscal year and raises property taxes
LAKE WORTH — Lake Worth City Council approved the city’s fiscal year budget at its Sept. 17 meeting. The city’s 2024-2025 fiscal year begins Oct. 1, 2024, and ends Sept. 30, 2025. …
Sports
Azle High School Tennis 09-17-2024
The Azle Hornet Tennis team took on the Aledo Bearcats on Sept. 17 at Azle High School. 
Springtown Volleyball 9-17-2024
  Springtown Lady Porcupines volleyball team defeated the Krum Lady Bobcats in a 3-1 victory on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Springtown.
Lake Worth High School athletic director Nyja Rushing and senior Daniela Pio.
Lake Worth high school sports medicine program sees massive growth in numbers
Athletic director and student talk about growth and goals within program
Springtown Football Vs Graham 9-6-2024
On Friday, Sep 6, 2024, the Springtown Varsity Boys Football team won their Springtown High School game against Graham  High School by a score of 35-21.
Springtown Vs Brewer 9-10-2024
On Tuesday, Sep 10, 2024, the Springtown Varsity Girls Volleyball team won their Springtown High School match against brewer High School by a score of 3-1.
Education
An instructor speaks with attendees of a similar workshop concerning creeks and streams last spring.
Library to hold water quality workshop
AZLE — For those wanting to learn more about water quality in Azle, free resources are soon to come. Last week, TRWD sprayed for weeds near Eagle Mountain Dam, prompting one citizen to …
Principal Nate Driver with Klaire Carlson, Dylan Maines and Azle Optimist Club President Tyler Harden.
Azle Optimist Club showcases September students
AZLE — At a Sept. 20 meeting, the Optimist Club of Azle recognized two Azle High School seniors, Dylan Maines and Klaire Carlson, as its Young Texan and Young Texanne for the month of …
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Lake worth Football Vs Brock 9-6-2024
The Lake Worth Bullfrogs took on the Brock Eagles on Sep. 6 at Lake worth high school.  
Azle Tennis Vs Granbury 9-10-2024
The  Azle Hornets took on the Granbury High School pirates in a district doubles tennis match Sept. 10 at the Granbury High School tennis courts.
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
Gary Wayne Rogers 1959-2024
Gary Wayne Rogers, 65, of Emory, passed away Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  The family requests no flowers, but to always keep his memory close …
Janelle K. (Carter) Johnson 1952-2024
Janelle K. (Carter) Johnson, 72, entered her heavenly home Monday evening, Sept. 30, 2024, at her home in Azle. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 14, at Ash Creek Cemetery. …
Darrel Earp 1942-2024
Darrel Earp, 82, of Azle, passed peacefully at home Sept. 30, 2024, into the loving arms of his loved ones waiting at heaven's gate. He was surrounded by his wife June and family. Darrel was …
Susan K. Bryan 1945-2024
Susan K. Bryan, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, greeted her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Oct. 4, 2024. A memorial service will be Oct. 12 at Silver Creek Baptist Church in Azle, with …
Perry Joseph Arnspiger 1937-2024
Perry Joseph Arnspiger passed away peacefully Sept. 28, 2024, at the age of 87, surrounded by family. Born in a log cabin in Caney, Oklahoma, to Clifton and Lorene Arnspiger, he was the oldest of …
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Evacuating in disasters like Hurricane Milton isn’t simple – there are reasons people stay in harm’s way, and it’s not just stubbornness
Evacuation is more difficult for people with health and mobility issues. Ted Richardson/For The Washington Post via Getty Images As Hurricane Milton roared ashore near Sarasota, Florida, tens of …
Hope amid the chaos: Good neighbors rebuild and support each other after hurricanes
(BPT) - Recent natural disasters have affected people across the United States. For some, dangerous storms have significantly impacted their lives and property. The greatest concern is …
The top burger restaurant chains in America
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Is your pet part of your disaster plan?
Pettable created a guide to help pet parents prepare for an emergency situation using guidance from the ASPCA, American National Red Cross, and AVMA.
23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest
Hers ranked 23 of the most popular Halloween candies in the U.S. based on the pounds sold in each state and their nutrition content.