GLEN ROSE — During a June meeting, the Glen Rose City Council discussed the viability and necessity of adding crossing guards at intersections near Glen Rose ISD campuses in response to increased foot traffic from new sidewalks connecting schools and neighborhoods ahead of the school year. Mayor Joe Boles led the discussion, with input from Mayor Pro Tem Stuart Mann and council members.
GLEN ROSE — A Tolar family is calling on the Glen Rose community for support as it plans a benefit for a young boy, Miles, born with spina bifida and in need of intensive therapy.
Weekly Jail LogJune 16 – 22
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose City Council unanimously approved the renewal of the city's annual transit system grant during its regular meeting on June 24, continuing its support for the regional transportation service, The Transit System Inc., that assists residents with mobility across the area. Mayor Joe Boles presided over the meeting, with Mayor Pro Tem Stuart Mann and council members voting 5-0 in favor of contributing $15,000 toward the program.
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose community is coming together Sunday, June 29, for an afternoon of music and games in support of longtime resident Larry Mann, who is currently undergoing treatment for colon cancer.
GLEN ROSE — Residents and local officials from Somervell and Hood counties have raised formal objections to permit requests for two power plants within their joint jurisdiction after learning about possible environmental and public health concerns that could impact their communities. In Hood County, grassroots organization Protect Hood County submitted a letter on June 21 to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), requesting a public meeting and contested case hearing regarding the proposed renewal of TPDES Permit No.
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose ISD school board meeting held June 19 opened with a prayer led by newly elected board president Clint Staples, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Texas Pledge.
GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose chapter of All Pro Dad recently completed its first year, earning statewide recognition for its efforts in fortifying father-child relationships within the community.
GLEN ROSE — During a special meeting on June 20, Somervell County Commissioners unanimously approved a $290,726.80 payment to L3Harris Technologies for work completed on the county's new emergency radio system.
GLEN ROSE — Community members gathered at Barnard's Mill and Art Museum on June 19 for the Glen Rose-Somervell County Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon, sponsored by Glen Rose Nursing and Rehab, to learn about the local Senior Center's work supporting aging residents. Kim McDonald and Juhree McCain, the new director of the Somervell County Committee on Aging, gave a presentation during lunch, describing the committee's mission and the services offered at the Senior Center.