In his youth, the thrill of street racing once landed Chad Marbut in trouble, but the Weatherford Assistant City Manager channeled that “need for speed” by joining the U.S. Air Force. …
Needing a change and structure, Weatherford’s Robert Hartmann had no idea how joining the Army National Guard in October 2000 would shape his life. Now, 26 years later, Hartmann does his best …
For most people, tackling 110 flights of stairs sounds daunting, if not impossible. But for Weatherford firefighter Jacob Diaz, it is an honor and a privilege. Diaz, and …
A tale of romance and self-discovery set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars comes to the stage this fall as Weatherford College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department presents …
An old saying goes, “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” The Parker County Center of Hope certainly resembles that …
Aledo Police Chief Carol Riddle had this to say about the inaugural East Parker County National Night Out: The purpose of National Night Out is to bring everyone together, police and the …
There are moments that change our lives that, at first, seem as normal as brushing our teeth or driving a car. That was the case for Weatherford’s Nikki Smith. …
Kangaroo Stadium may host many sporting events throughout the year but no competitions are as delicious as the Taste of Education held there Saturday, Sept. 19. More than 30 chef teams …
A walk through the Doss Heritage and Culture Center is like traveling through time. When you go through the front doors, you enter a world of imagination and wonder, a place where education and …
Sanctified Hope, a Christ-centered transitional program for women who have been incarcerated, held its Light the World Fashion Show on Aug. 28 at Northside Baptist Church in Weatherford. The models …
The 15th annual Marcia Walters Memorial Thanksgiving Trot has named Andy Gonzalez as the 2026 recipient. Andy was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in 2024. He is a dedicated father, …
Editor’s note: This story was originally published Sept. 20, 2001, in The Community News. The subject, Cindy Bartlett, a former Aledo resident, passed away in 2025.
When Danny Griego, of Weatherford, was in college, he went fishing along the eastern New Mexico border, unaware his life was about to change forever. Lightning struck Griego and blew him …
Attending summer camp is a beloved tradition in many households. It provides a myriad of fun outdoor activities for kids, as well as opportunities to build lasting friendships and learn independence. …
Editor's note: This article originally appeared in the Summer 2026 issue of The Hilltop , a magazine for alumni and friends of Weatherford College. Having established itself as a leader in many …
Hannah Beth Baker and Emily Farmer-Smith have a friendship that is super … califragilisticexpialidocious. Like many best friends, Baker and Farmer-Smith share a love for many things, most …
Travel has long been viewed as a positive hobby that can pay short- and long-term dividends. Some of those benefits may surprise even the most devoted jet-setters. For example, a joint study from the …
Retirement provides individuals with ample time to engage in activities they enjoy. Many seniors spend that newfound free time relaxing and seeing the sights. Seniors are a …
The adage, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” may be true, but for seniors, enjoying that apple at a hotel or on a cruise may be even more healthy than having it at home. Travel can be …
Initially, Weatherford Art Association was a very small art group who met at Weatherford College without a plan or a home base. Enter Weatherford architect Mike McCarty, who knew all the …
Garrett Bradford, a traditional country music artist and songwriter, discovered his love of music when he was just a boy, performing for the children’s choir at First Baptist Church of Weatherford. …
Once again folks from all over the state, and some even from outside of Texas, made their way to Weatherford for the renowned Parker County Peach Festival. They were rewarded with a plethora of …
The Weatherford Art Association (WAA) announced the winners of its July Artist of the Month competition, highlighting the creativity and talent of its local artist members. The monthly …
Hudson Oaks' July 4 celebration.
Willow Park's July 4 celebration.
