GLEN ROSE — The Glen Rose Planning and Zoning Commission held its first meeting with new members Tony Gosdin and Mehgan Schuelke, alongside existing members President Pam Streeter, Rex Miller and Greg Clanton.
GLEN ROSE — In late January 2025, a significant surge in flu cases led to the temporary closure of several school districts across North Texas. Districts such as Godley ISD in Johnson County reported that approximately 650 out of their 3,000 students were absent due to illness, prompting the district to close its campuses until Feb.
GLEN ROSE– The Glen Rose Field of Flags will again grace the community this Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-26, 2025, at the Glen Rose High School, offering the community an opportunity to pay tribute to its local heroes at the installation of hundreds of high-quality American flags. Following a successful inaugural year under the current leadership of military and nonmilitary members dedicated to education and charity, the nonprofit organization introduced a new feature to families honoring loved ones.
WASHINGTON, D.C.- In her most significant appointment of her political career, Brooke Rollins, daughter of Glen Rose local and Texas District 58 Representative Helen Kerwin, has been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.
GLEN ROSE — At its latest meeting, the Somervell County Commissioners Court approved two agreements with AJ Real Estate Investments concerning the use of county-owned properties.
GLEN ROSE- Helen Kerwin of Glen Rose has officially taken her seat as the District 58 representative in the Texas House of Representatives, beginning her term surrounded by family, friends and a deep sense of responsibility. Sitting at Desk 83 in the House Chamber, Kerwin reflected on the legacy of those before her.
GLEN ROSE- In a unanimous decision during its recent meeting, the Glen Rose City Council approved waiving its first right of refusal for a 0.53-acre tract adjacent to the Expo property, contingent on the future owners granting a utility easement. Council said the motion ensures the city retains access to utilities on the property after Somervell County sells it to the Macias family, owners of AJ Realty.
GLEN ROSE- City Councilman Stuart Mann recently made a surprising discovery—he is distantly related to the newly inaugurated Vice President of the United States, JD Vance. The revelation came to light through genealogical research conducted by Mary Ann Moore-Million.
GLEN ROSE- At the December 2024 Glen Rose City Council meeting, a unanimous decision was made to convert Mesquite Street into a one-way street between Live Oak Street and Hill Street. This change, recommended by Police Chief Martin and supported by City Council members, aims to address growing safety concerns in the area, particularly at the intersection of Mesquite and Live Oak.
GLEN ROSE– The Glen Rose Preservation Commission held its monthly meeting at City Hall, presided over by Commission President Ann Carver. Key topics included a restoration proposal for the historic Sycamore Grove, also known as Outlaw Station and an overview of incentive programs for preservation projects in the downtown district.