Palo Pinto ESD 1 receives 8 automatic chest compression devices
The Palo Pinto County Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 is now equipped with devices that could improve survivor outcomes for individuals experiencing cardiac arrest.
August 2025
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Local teen swimmers compete at state level
BRYAN — A few local teens represented Mineral Wells at the TAAF State Swim Meet last weekend in Bryan, TX.
Area teams hit the field as football is officially back for the fall
PALO PINTO COUNTY AREA — The season of “Friday Night Lights” is upon us, as teams across the state have begun their official practices as a team in preparation for the fall season which kicks off for Palo Pinto County teams in just three weeks.
Former Ram stays close at WC after flipping commitment
In big news out of Weatherford, TX, the former Ram, Holden Hering has flipped his decision to play for Texas Tech to Weatherford College.
Summer track competitors shine at State Meet
COLLEGE STATION — Summer often means slowing down, relaxing, and maybe vacation for many, but for these young athletes, there was no slowing down.
Gordon Longhorn makes future plans with Air Force
LEWISVILLE — The Gordon Longhorns now have two NCAA Division 1 athletes that will suit up for them this school year, as Stryker Reed makes his commitment to play football and run track and Air Force.
Mineral Wells ISD hosts New Teacher Academy
The Mineral Wells Independent School District (MWISD) hosted a New Teacher Academy on Friday. This event was designed to “equip our first-year teachers with the tools and confidence they need for a successful school year,” according to a social media post made by the district.
Once a highway, now a city street
A well-trafficked and prominent east-west thoroughfare in Mineral Wells is an anomaly in Texas’ colossal highway inventory — and a throwback to an earlier age of roadbuilding in the Lone Star State. MH 379 is one of the last visible vestiges of a program by the Texas Department of Transportation that, in its modern form, is actually quite widespread.
The NFL steps in to show support for the Longhorns rebuilding season
GORDON - After the destruction from the spring tornado that wreaked havoc through Gordon, destroying their athletic facilities, including their field house, baseball field, and causing major damage to the football field and track, the Longhorns look ahead to rebuilding with some big help from the pro's. The Longhorns baseball team was in the midst of a historic playoff run when the tornado ripped through but didn't stop them from dominating and finishing second in the 1A state tournament.