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An Azle firefighter and AFD Engine 52 control traffic near the suburbs while a CareFlite helicopter makes its way to Texas Health Fort Worth.
Man airlifted from JPS Azle after falling 30 feet
AZLE — An unidentified man was evacuated from Azle by an air medical helicopter after falling from a tree around noon Jan. 31. According to Azle Fire Department Chief Will Scott, the individual …
Springtown ISD approves ‘23-‘24 financial audit
SPRINGTOWN — On Jan. 21, the Springtown Independent School District board of trustees approved the district's financial audit for the 2023-2024 school year, with positive results for the …
The Lions Club presents a donation of $1,000 to Springtown Librarian Velvet Barker.
Springtown Lions Club: A legacy of service and community
SPRINGTOWN — The Springtown Lions Club was founded Dec. 3, 1959, and has been a pillar of service in the community ever since. Jaclyn Taylor is the secretary for the Lions Club and explained …
Sports
The city hopes to prevent winterkill damage, shown from last year, at the Cross Timbers Golf Course.
Cross Timbers Golf Course closes for weather
AZLE — Starting Jan. 5, Cross Timbers Golf Course will be temporarily closed until stated otherwise due to cold weather. The Pro Shop and Roadrunner grill at 1181 South Stewart Street will …
Azle volleyball recognized by school board
AZLE — This year’s volleyball team was among the best in Azle history, head coach Kenley Buckholt said at a Dec. 16 board of trustees meeting. While introducing the team and …
Azle wrestlers have strong tourney showing
The Azle Hornets and Lady Hornets each had strong showings at the prestigious War Games competition at Frisco Memorial High School recently. The Hornets won the tournament, defeating Southlake …
Five metal welded chickens the team had previously built.
Springtown HS FFA hosts second ‘build-off’ at Porcupine stadium
SPRINGTOWN — Springtown High School’s Future Farmers of America chapter held its second annual welding competition in the Porcupine stadium parking lot. North Texas FFA chapters and …
Student leadership of Azle High School’s Marching Green Pride at a Nov. 18 school board meeting.
Students honored at Nov. 18 school board meeting
Azle students, teachers and coaches were recognized at a recent Azle Independent School District board of trustees meeting. The meeting Nov. 18 highlighted the achievements of the Azle High School …
Education
Lake Worth ISD superintendent announces retirement
LAKE WORTH — At the Jan. 21 Lake Worth ISD board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Rose Mary Neshyba announced her retirement from public education which will be effective June 30. In a press …
AISD addresses drop in unofficial accountability ratings
AZLE — Azle Independent School District can now be counted among the many Texas school districts unhappy with its unofficial accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency. Texas …
The room was packed, as over 200 attendees filled the Orchard Event Venue Jan. 25.
AEF awards standout grads, raises money with banquet
AZLE — The Azle Education Foundation celebrated community and raised money for local schools at Saturday’s 13 th annual Red Solo Cup BBQ Bash fundraiser. Attendees bid on auction items, …
Business
Local Government
Photo Galleries
Pelican Bay holds Christmas parade
PELICAN BAY — On the afternoon of Dec. 14, Pelican Bay residents were greeted with a Christmas parade just feet from their doorsteps. The annual event saw nearly a dozen entries with many area …
Wreaths Across America pays respects at Azleland
RENO — Wreaths Across America Day is an annual day of respect for U.S. military service members across the nation. During this year’s Dec. 14 event around 3 million wreaths were placed on …
Columnist
The tree that stands watch at the Alamo
This past weekend I traveled to San Antonio to take in an event I had long wanted to attend. Since the event was Friday night, there was a concern about my working Friday and still managing to get to …
Portrait of Hull Deaf Smith
Deaf Smith: Rancher, Ranger, scout, San Jacinto hero
EDITOR’S NOTE: The story of Deaf Smith is told by his great-great-great-great-grandson Christopher Hull. He is a member of the Ephraim Daggett Chapter of The Sons of the Republic of Texas in …
‘The Cold Case Foundation: How a Team of Experts Solves Murders and Missing Persons Cases’
And there you were, at a dead end. Your GPS sent you there, didn’t it? Or it looked like an interesting road, an adventure in the middle of an otherwise normal day but it simply … …
“The Word of Dog: What Our Canine Companions Can Teach Us About Living a Good Life”
Your dog has it pretty good. You feed him nutritious food tailored to his needs, and you’re generous with snacks. She has her own bed, but she prefers yours and you don’t mind. You …
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A hat that stays put …
My aged Uncle Mort admitted the other day that he feels like it’s time for him to re-enter the stock market, and this time, “brimming with confidence.” He swore off trying to …
Obituaries
Obituaries
Harold Eugene Durham 1942 — 2025
Harold Eugene Durham, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born Jan. 6, 1942, in Albany to Howard and Greydelle Durham. Visitation was 6-8 p.m. …
Robert “Bobby” Ray Nobles 1944 — 2025
Robert “Bobby” Ray Nobles II, 80, beloved husband, father and grandfather of Granbury, formerly of Abilene, passed away Saturday evening, Feb. 1, 2025, in his Granbury home. …
James Robert McNew 1942 — 2025
James Robert McNew passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Jan. 31, 2025, at the age of 82. Jim was born in Owensboro, Kentucky Sept. 6, 1942, to George J. McNew Jr. and Margaret Virginia …
Clarence Vincent Simpson 1937 — 2025
Clarence Vincent Simpson, known to all as “Larry,” was born Feb. 26, 1937, in Bellaire, Ohio, and passed away Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025. He spent his last 54 years in Texas, and the …
Margaret A. "Peggy" Helm 1951 — 2025
Margaret “Peggy” Anne Helm passed away Friday morning, Jan. 24, 2025. A Celebration of Life memorial service was at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, at First Methodist Church of Azle, 200 …
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