Wednesday, July 3, 2024
In 2022, Texas experienced one of the most severe wildfire seasons in more than a decade. The Texas A&M Forest Service and local fire departments responded to more than 11,000 wildfires across …
Marriage licenses filed during December 2022 in the Coryell County Clerk’s Office included: L.D. Doty and Gladys Hoppe; Charlie Fredrish and Ottilie Leugefeld; Branda Nicole Orians and …
During a meet the candidates session on Jan. 4, local residents had the opportunity to talk to the four finalists for Gatesville Police chief ahead of the selection of a new chief. The newly …
One of the biggest local events of the year, the annual Coryell County Youth Fair, is scheduled from Tuesday, Jan. 10 through Saturday, Jan. 14. It will showcase the talents and commitment of local …
Recently, "Buzz," Gatesville High School’s phenomenal mascot, performed in Florida at the Citrus Bowl. Only cheerleaders/mascots that made the All-American team were invited to attend this …
A man considered by many to be a hometown hero recently passed away at the age of 91. Cotton Davidson, a descendant of generations of the Davidson family who have resided in Coryell County, passed …
The Coryell County Veterans Service office has a new phone number, which is 254-248-0676. The office has two locations to serve veterans. One office is located at 312 S. Main Street in Copperas …
The past year was full of many significant events in Gatesville and Coryell County, whether good, bad or somewhere in between. Some of the memorable events for 2022 …
Looking for ways to help ensure that adequate water is available to meet growing demands, members of the Coryell County Commissioners Court met with Patrick Wagner, general manager of the Middle …
FROM MY FRONT PORCH Happy new year to all! SAM HOUSTON Sam Houston is the publisher of the Hood County News. He is also an actor, author, playwright, performer and entertainment …
In December, ladies of the Morris Federation met at the Feed Mill for a Christmas luncheon. The program, titled “Legends, Symbols, and Traditions of Christmas,” was directed by Marsha Lee and was …
It was just over 50 years ago — Nov. 14, 1972 — that the Cotton Belt train whistle blew, and the train slowly pulled away from the depot in Gatesville for the last time. This would leave …
Disaster Assistance for 2022 Livestock Forage Losses Producers in Coryell County are eligible to apply for 2022 Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) benefits on short and long season small …
The 2022 Winter Wonderland Walkthrough recently collected a massive number of toys and monetary funds for the Hidden Gem Family Care Center. Admission to the walkthrough event, which was held on …
Santa Claus stopped by the Boys and Girls Club of Gatesville recently for a pancake breakfast. He visited with club members who were more than willing to share their breakfast with …
Peyton Berry of Gatesville recently received a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Sam Houston State University during the 2022 Fall graduation. Named for a Texas hero, Sam Houston …
Meals on Wheels is currently in need of volunteer drivers. Meals on Wheels is a federally funded program for older adults who are homebound, unable to prepare a meal, don’t drive, and have no one …
Ray Ashby has served for six years as a Coryell County commissioner for Precinct 4, but his last official day in office will be Dec. 31. While Ashby will no longer be an elected leader, he plans …
Mother Neff State Park will be kicking off the new year and 100 years of Texas State Parks with the First Day Hike of 2023. Bring family and friends to participate in the 11th year of a national …
In observance of the Christmas holiday, many local businesses and governmental offices will be observing special hours. Closings and special hours in the immediate area …