GLEN ROSE — Somervell County Commissioners Court formalized a pipeline permit policy during a special session on July 30, establishing clear rules for companies installing pipelines across county-maintained roads.
GLEN ROSE — The city of Glen Rose Planning and Zoning Commission heard from residents last week about the proposed Downtown Overlay District, with several property owners voicing concerns over how the plan could affect the character of the city’s historic square. The July 23 meeting at City Hall drew attention after property owners within 200 feet of the proposed district received official notices about the public hearing.
GLEN ROSE — Glen Rose First Methodist Church continues to serve the community through its Nourish Food Pantry, a weekly drive-thru distribution program launched in partnership with the Tarrant Area Food Bank.
GLEN ROSE — Somervell County Precinct 3 Commissioner Chip Joslin voiced strong opposition to the proposed Wolf Hollow Unit 3 gas plant expansion during a contested case hearing before the State Office of Administrative Hearings, warning of cumulative health and environmental impacts on both Somervell and Hood counties. Joslin submitted written testimony on July 27 as part of the ongoing case over Constellation Energy Generation’s request for Air Quality Permit No.
AUSTIN – As students begin heading back to school, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This includes tips on how to safely drop off and pick up your child from school, drive cautiously through school zones and talk to your family and loved ones about staying safe this school year and beyond.
AUSTIN — The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking information on the 2019 murder of 37-year-old Courtney Allan Sholar. The reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for his death is now increased to $6,000 if the tip is received before the next featured Texas Rangers cold case is announced.
Weekly Jail LogJuly 28 – Aug. 4
GLEN ROSE — Grace Community Church claims to have struck gold this summer with its 2025 Vacation Bible School theme, bringing an Old West adventure to local youth through the “Gold Rush: Finding Hidden Treasure in God’s Word” program.
GLEN ROSE — Riley Bollin, a local teen known for his leadership in FFA and his musical contributions during worship services at church, has officially earned the rank of Eagle Scout — the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America.
GRANBURY — Two Glen Rose teens join elite company after earning the Civil Air Patrol's highest cadet honor, the General Carl A. Spaatz Award, whose recipients make up less than 0.5% of all cadets nationwide and throughout the program’s history.