On May 17, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced two new grants established toward its goal of ending veterans homelessness by 2015. Under these new programs, homeless providers can apply for funding to enhance the facilities used to serve homeless veterans and acquire vans to facilitate transportation of this population.   Read more

Mark Engebretson

Graford FFA held its annual banquet at the Graford Lions Club Saturday evening. A number of awards were presented including recognition of community members who supported the organization through the year.   Read more

During Memorial Day weekend, Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales and use taxes on purchases of certain energy efficient products. The 2013 ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.   Read more

There is a quote written by an unknown author that reads, "I've learned that it takes years to build up trust, and it only takes suspicion, not proof, to destroy it.   Read more

As summer kicks off, the Brazos River Authority reminded swimmers and water sports enthusiasts to be aware of the potential health risks of swimming in or around stagnant water.   Read more

Senate Bill 918 is headed to Gov. Rick Perry for signature. "The Senate concurred and it is on its way to the governor," said Ky Ash, chief of staff for District 60 Rep.   Read more

Mark Engebretson

By Mark Engebretson editor@lakecountrysun.com Wednesday morning, Brandon Roach, 18, listed as being from Strawn, was taken by helicopter to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth following an accident on Highway 180 near Ross Watson Road.   Read more

Assessed values for property were recently sent to property owners by the Palo Pinto County Appraisal District. Donna Rhoades, chief appraiser, said by and large, protests to the assessed value can be protested until Thursday, May 30.   Read more

The wind might have contributed to some hard shots to the green, but one lucky golfer walked away with two crisp $100 bills during the Possum Kingdom Women's Club annual Closest to the Pin Competition May 4 at The Cliff's Golf Course.   Read more