West City Park in Mineral Wells will soon receive some improvements, and the city wants to know what kind of upgrades and amenities local residents would like to see. The city recently opened a survey to solicit feedback on possible park improvements.
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.
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.
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.
JACKSBORO - A group of Rams are celebrating a summer football win after topping opponents in the Jacksboro Youth Sports Association 7v7 flag football tournament.
GORDON - A couple of Gordon Longhorns baseball players have earned recognition from the Texas Sports Writers Association by Blue Bell, continuing to rack up the honors well after the season ended.
The “Let’s Grow Crazy” Farmers' Market in Mineral Wells has been a monthly fixture on the schedule for almost five years now. Next month, the market will debut something new — a Kids Only Farmers Market.
PERRIN - More schedules have been released for the upcoming fall sports season, including Perrin Volleyball.
VFW Post 2399 in Mineral Wells is hosting an event to raise money for Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) Animal Rescue. The event is set for 11 a.m.