Ashley Terry

The Hood County Democratic Party has officially announced the nomination of Jon Back as its candidate for district clerk in the upcoming November election. COURTESY PHOTO Posted Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:42 am By ASHLEY TERRY Staff Writer The Hood County Democratic Party has officially announced the nomination of Jon Back as its candidate for district clerk in the upcoming November election.

In a unanimous vote, the Granbury City Council approved the creation of a tax abatement reinvestment zone at the Granbury Regional Airport, during a regularly scheduled meeting July 2.

Acton Place Park came alive with cheers and laughter July 10, as the ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official opening of two brand new playgrounds: one for toddlers and one for bigger kids. COURTESY OF GRANBURY OPTIMIST CLUB

City Manager Chris Coffman recognizes city employees July 2, for their efforts in resolving two serious incidents: a major traffic disruption and a critical infrastructure repair. SCREENSHOT COURTESY YOUTUBE Posted Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:38 am By ASHLEY TERRY Staff Writer

Posted Wednesday, July 17, 2024 2:18 pm By ASHLEY TERRY Staff Writer Members of the Hood County Commissioners Court engaged in a lively discussion last week regarding the potential implementation of a daily reporting process for IT personnel.

Local artist Reagan Deming was asked by Acton Elementary Principal Maggie Walton to paint a mural inside the school to celebrate learning and encourage young minds. One section of the mural depicts the words, “Smile, you’re at Acton Elementary School,” in colorful, bold letters. MARY VINSON | HOOD COUNTY NEWS

Precinct 2 Commissioner Nannette Samuelson reads a resolution seeking legislative action to address the acoustical and noise pollution from the bitcoin mining plant during a regularly scheduled Hood County Commissioners Court meeting July 23.

The Hood County Commissioners Court recently voted 3:2 to commission an engineering firm for a sound study on the bitcoin data center. Following an hour-long discussion, the court declared HGC Engineering: Noise, Vibration & Acoustical Consulting Services to be the most qualified firm to conduct the study, with expenses from the study not to exceed $6,500.

A chuckwagon in the 2024 July 4th parade passing the Hood County historic courthouse. MARY VINSON | HOOD COUNTY NEWS

Posted Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:01 pm By ASHLEY TERRY Staff Writer Hood County residents may soon experience a new way of viewing Hood County Commissioners Court meetings, as officials move forward with potential plans to change how these sessions are broadcasted.