Somervell County Sheriff's Office report
Weekly Jail LogMay 12 – 18
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State Board of Education rep discusses curriculum oversight
GLEN ROSE — State Board of Education District 11 Representative Brandon Hall spoke to members of the Somervell County Republican Club on May 8, providing an update on the board's recent actions and outlining his stance on key issues related to public education in Texas. The meeting was held at Rooster's, located inside the Squaw Valley Golf Course and drew a crowd of residents interested in education policy.
Three Glen Rose students awarded Wasilchak Scholarships
FORT WORTH – Three Glen Rose High School graduates are the 2025 recipients of the John and Frances Wasilchak Scholarship. The Wasilchak Scholarship Fund was established in 2006 at North Texas Community Foundation and has awarded more than $900,000 to 52 Glen Rose High School graduates.
Tarleton speaker advocates for first-generation college students
GLEN ROSE — Education advocate and Tarleton State University administrator Sherri Benn, Ph.D., addressed the Glen Rose Somervell County Chamber of Commerce at its May luncheon, calling attention to the needs and potential of first-generation college students. Chamber president Brian Thomas recruited Benn to speak at the event, revealing he was a former beneficiary of the school's programs.
Willa Boutique closing on Glen Rose square
GLEN ROSE — Local business owner Tricia Sexton announced this week that her boutique Willa at the White Buffalo will close, citing the increasing demands of her schedule and the need to refocus her energy.
County honors fallen deputy by 'paying forward' tribute
GLEN ROSE — Family, friends and local law enforcement gathered recently to honor the memory of Capt. Stephen Gibson, a 26-year veteran of the Somervell County Sheriff's Office, who died in the line of duty in December 2023 in a motor vehicle accident.
Glen Rose ISD reaffirms mission during fourth Big Event
GLEN ROSE — With record participation by students and community members alike, Glen Rose ISD celebrated its 4th Annual Big Event on May 7.
Glen Rose Cheerleaders cancel their largest annual fundraiser
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose Cheerleading program announced it canceled the second annual Spirit of Glen Rose Car Show Fundraiser, scheduled for May 31 at Glen Rose High School.
Medicinal plant expert hosts lecture at Citizen's Center
GLEN ROSE — The Prairie Rose Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas brings an educational program to the public on May 19 that breaks down the historic medicinal uses of native Texas plants by Native American tribes.
Baked! soft launches in Glen Rose to warm reviews
GLEN ROSE — Baked!, the popular Granbury-based bakery owned by Kris Trawick, quietly opened the doors of its new Glen Rose location during a soft opening phase that began in April and was quickly uncovered by locals and publicized on Facebook.