From the Mayor's Desk
Has the world gone crazy or do I have a case of old man syndrome? You know you get older and long for the “Good Ole Days.” I realize things change, but shouldn’t it be for the better?
LeAnda Staebner
Ansell: We need to heed the call of discipleship
Every church has a goal and the goal is to: Love God, love people and make disciples. The methodology of each church might be different but the initial goal is the same.
American Legion hosts JROTC in special event
GLEN ROSE — The American Legion Post 462 hosted a special patriotism event on July 23, at the Century 21 office at 1305 NE Big Bend Trail to celebrate the Lake Ridge High School JROTC, a program led by retired First Sgt. Dan Purdom.
Glen Rose prepares for annual Wine and Art Festival
GLEN ROSE — Glen Rose is gearing up for its annual Wine and Art Festival, set to take place in early October.
Lowe: Changing our culture . . .
I’ve always believed that success isn’t what you have, but who you are at heart. The very qualities that I admire in people are often dismissed or overlooked these days.
Local talent takes Major League leap
GLEN ROSE — The St. Louis Cardinals organization recently signed pitching standout Michael Watson to the delight of his family and hometown, who expressed excitement through various Facebook posts.
Philomena's ribbon cutting followed by Lady's Night on the Square
GLEN ROSE — The team behind Philomena's on the Glen Rose Historic Square, including long-time Glen Rose business owner Donia Gill, also from the Barnard Street Mercantile, officially joined the Glen Rose Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week.
Somervell County Sheriff's Office Report
Weekly Jail Log
Commission accepts deal to sell amphitheater
GLEN ROSE — During a special session of the Somervell County Commissioners Court, the commissioners unanimously accepted, but have not finalized, an offer from AJ Real Estate Investments to buy the Texas Amphitheater for $1 million, currently owned by the county and managed by The Promise, a non-profit ministry.
Glen Rose Lions hatch new dinosaurs for community fundraising
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose Lions Club delivered five more dinosaurs to businesses and individuals within Somervell County after receiving them last July 17 at the high school parking lot.