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September 4, 2026

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In this issue

  • Taking the bull by the horns

    Friday, September 4

    The Fightin’ Roo Band is preparing to perform strongly this 2026 football season for competition and the halftime show. “What excites me the most is the motivation that the students have to …

  • Aledo Dance team ready to jam

    Friday, September 4

    The Aledo Dance team in no particular order: Corie Catlin, Ella Johnson, Ava Massacci, Claire Nelson, Bleu Taylor, Lilly May, Lyla Cook, Bella Garcia, Saylor Russell, Jaycie Carr, Olivia Flores, Eden …

  • Lady Roos look to rebuild fast in new district

    Friday, September 4

    The Weatherford Lady Roos head into this season with a new district and a lot of new faces for Coach Courtney Hammett. The Lady Roos graduated most of their starting lineup from last year. …

  • Young netters look for another postseason trip

    Friday, September 4

    Weatherford Kangaroos/Lady Roos head tennis coach Wesley Kidd entered the 2026 season with a young team. However, he believes the returning varsity experience will lead the way as his team challenges …

  • Kangaroos/Lady Roos look to continue success

    Friday, September 4

    The Weatherford High School golf program has made itself a regular in the postseason in recent years, and with a slew of talented players returning there's no reason to think they won't be contending …

  • Roos look to lay foundation for new era

    Friday, September 4

    The Weatherford Kangaroo football team is looking to kick off this new era on a good note as it welcomes into the fold some new faces in charge. Coach Marshall Williams takes over a program …

  • Weatherford Blue Belles ready for fall

    Friday, September 4

    Weatherford High School Blue Belles in no particular order are: Ni’Keasha Adams, Monica Aguilera, Avery Ausbern, Bree Bennett, Arianna Callie Blaylock, Emma Britton, Fatima Castaneda, Gabby Coley, …

  • Boone chasing another state berth

    Friday, September 4

    The Weatherford Lady Kangaroos are poised for another strong cross country season, which includes defense of their back-to-back District 3-6A championships. It all starts with senior Remington …

  • Weatherford cheerleading team ready to cheer on the Roos

    Friday, September 4

    The Weatherford cheerleading team in no particular order: Kayla Heimlich, Karmyn Taylor, Sofia Soliz, Macie Hull, Samantha Vice, Alexia Kim, Jaedin Jernigan, Paris McCrory, Presley Aguirre, Selah …

  • Lady Eagles look to build under new coach

    Friday, September 4

    The Trinity Christian Academy Lady Eagles are looking to continue its strong tradition this season despite a new coach stepping into to lead the program. Dora Sigala will lead the Lady Eagles …

  • Eagles look to soar in second season with Coach Campbell

    Friday, September 4

    The Trinity Christian Academy Eagles are looking for their breakthrough season as they head into the second season of their new era. Coach Scott Campbell enters his second season as head of the …

  • Eagles return state talent

    Friday, September 4

    Continuing a running tradition, the Trinity Christian Academy Eagles and Lady Eagles are looking to once again make a run to the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools State Meet. …

  • Trinity Christian Academy cheer team ready for new year

    Friday, September 4

    The Trinity Christian Academy High School cheer team (alphabetical order by last name): Ava Allen, Kate Barnett, Pressly Boehm, Caroline Brown, Emmarae Dildy, Aspen Frank, Charity Gables, Jill …

  • ‘Reload … not rebuild’

    Friday, September 4

    The Aledo Ladycats are moving on up to Class 6A, but as many coaches in the district are repeating: It’s just a bigger number for Aledo. The Ladycats volleyball team lost to the eventual state …

  • ’Cats set for move to 6A

    Friday, September 4

    As with many sports at Aledo, the Bearcats/Ladycats tennis program has a long history of success. And now that they have moved up to Class 6A for the first time, they aren't planning to let up. …

  • Bearcats look to go back to championship-winning ways in 2026

    Friday, September 4

    The Aledo Bearcats have been nothing short of a powerhouse program in Texas high school football. They’ve amassed 12 state championships, good for the most in Texas history. Entering this season …

  • Aledo cross country

    Friday, September 4

    After leaving Class 5A in dominant fashion with a pair of top-five finishes at state by the Ladycats (third) and Bearcats (fourth), Aledo now moves into Class 6A with high expectations. Last …

  • Cheering on the 'Cats

    Friday, September 4

    The Aledo varsity cheer team in alphabetical order by last name: Audrey Addington, Sydney Alexander, Rylee Apetz, Henley Aucoin, Kinley Bates, Quinn Becera, Leighton Bratcher, Maddie Bullion, Sophie …

  • A transforming halftime show

    Friday, September 4

    The Bearcat Regiment is working hard as it prepares for its first 6A season. “We're competing in the 6A realm, and we need to change. We need to transform. We need to be stronger and more at …

  • Sports Briefs for Sept. 4

    Thursday, September 3

    CROSS COUNTRY Area runners among state leaders Several runners from the area are among the leaders in the state in their respective divisions. Aledo sophomore Holland Gladchuk is …

  • Lady Roos down Azle 3-1

    Thursday, September 3

    The Weatherford Lady Roos earned a 3-1win Tuesday, Sept. 1, on the road at Azle. Weatherford started the match on fire, dominating Azle in its 25-11 win in the first set. That result might …

  • Roos tennis wins 12-7 at Arlington Lamar

    Thursday, September 3

    The Weatherford tennis team was able to improve to 2-1 in district with a 12-7 win at Arlington Lamar on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The Lady Roos won all but one of their matches to help carry the team. …

  • Road test

    Thursday, September 3

    The Weatherford Kangaroos will face a different kind of test in Week 2 when they travel to Azle.

  • Lions kick off season with 47-22 win

    Thursday, September 3

    The Weatherford Christian Lions opened the football season with a 47-22 win on the road at Providence Academy on Saturday, Aug. 29.

  • Lady Eagles take third in Keene tournament

    Thursday, September 3

    The Trinity Christian Lady Eagles finished third in the Keene High School volleyball tournament Aug. 20-22. The Lady Eagles swept their pool, defeating Bishop Louis Reicher in two sets (25-7, …

  • Midway brings quality run game to Tim Buchanan Stadium

    Thursday, September 3

    Prior to Week 1, it was business as usual for the Aledo Bearcats, even after a move up to Class 6A. However, in unusual fashion, the Bearcats not only lost the season opener to North Crowley but …

  • Ladycats sweep Paschal

    Thursday, September 3

    The Aledo Ladycats improved to 20-6 Tuesday, Sept. 1, following a sweep of the Paschal Lady Panthers in three sets (25-23, 25-7, 25-15). Outside hitter Kaelee Berkley led the team in kills with …

  • Ladycats compete in Grapevine Colleyville Showcase

    Thursday, September 3

    The Aledo Ladycats competed in the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Showcase on Aug. 28-29. The Ladycats lost the first match against Coppell in three sets (22-25, 20-25, 22-25). Outside hitter Brynlee …

  • Bearcats dominate Martin, improve to 2-0 in district play

    Thursday, September 3

    The Aledo tennis team defeated Martin 14-5 Aug. 25, improving to 2-0 in district play and 10-4 overall. In girls doubles play, Lila Satterfield and Kjersten Loy took …

  • Board approves budget, property tax rate for 2026-27 fiscal year

    Thursday, September 3

    The Weatherford College Board of Trustees approved a $117 million budget and a property tax rate of 11.4716 cents for the 2026-27 fiscal year at a special meeting Thursday. The meeting included …

  • Road rage leads to arrest

    Thursday, September 3

    A man faces a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon stemming from a road rage incident Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 1, in northwest Parker County. Parker County Sheriff’s Office …

  • County manager

    Thursday, September 3

    Parker County Commissioners Court appointed Bryan Grimes as county manager Tuesday, Sept. 2, according to a press release. Grimes, who previously served as the county's director of Strategic …

  • Council commends Eagle Scout candidate

    Thursday, September 3

    Hudson Oaks Mayor Tom Fitzpatrick commended Eagle Scout candidate Preston Fought for improvements Fought and his crew made to the city’s public safety building as an Eagle Scout …

  • Industry warns of blackouts if data center opposition overreacts

    Wednesday, September 2

    The pushback against booming data center construction continues to grow, even as the state’s grid operator warns of rolling blackouts in West Texas if new transmission lines aren’t built, the …

  • Better safe than sorry

    Wednesday, September 2

    The Aledo Police Department is investigating a financial scam that occurred Aug. 11 and is asking the community for help identifying a potential suspect. 

  • Aledo resident earns spot on ‘50 Next Gen Advisors to Watch’ list

    Wednesday, September 2

    Christopher Roberts has been named to AdvisorHub’s 2026 “50 Next Gen Advisors to Watch” list, a national recognition honoring rising leaders in the wealth management …

  • Wood celebrates 103rd birthday

    Wednesday, September 2

    Lifelong Aledo resident Loweda Wood recently celebrated her 103rd birthday. She is one of only two living persons to have signed the charter that made Aledo an incorporated city. Pictured with her …

  • Bring an appetite for the food truck championship

    Wednesday, September 2

    The first-ever Taste of Texas Food Truck Championship is making a pit stop Sept. 12 in Aledo.

  • Big city amenities, small town feeling

    Wednesday, September 2

    From a business meeting at Kings Gate to Dinner at Cork & Pig Tavern, and a concert that night, The District has something for everyone.

  • A Manna Storehouse makeover

    Wednesday, September 2

    Manna Storehouse, one of Parker County’s oldest volunteer-run nonprofit organizations, has been at 129 E. Spring St. in Weatherford since the 1990s and recently experienced a …

  • Time at The Community News comes to a close

    Wednesday, September 2

    As of Aug. 28 my time as a reporter for The Community News has come to a close. Working at TCN was my first job after graduating from Texas Christian University in December 2025, and …

  • Tom Vick

    Wednesday, September 2

    The former mayor of Weatherford, Gabe Thomas “Tom” Vick Jr., a dedicated leader, esteemed attorney, and cornerstone of the Parker County community, passed away on Sunday, Aug. …

  • Motivation Grows

    Saturday, August 29

    The Fightin’ Roo Band is preparing to perform strongly this 2026 football season for competition and the halftime show. “What excites me the most is the motivation that the students have to …

  • ’Cats set for move to 6A

    Saturday, August 29

    As with many sports at Aledo, the Bearcats/Ladycats tennis program has a long history of success. And now that they have moved up to Class 6A for the first time, they aren't planning to let up. …

  • A transforming halftime show

    Saturday, August 29

    The Bearcat Regiment is working hard as it prepares for its first 6A season. “We're competing in the 6A realm, and we need to change. We need to transform. We need to be stronger and more at …

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