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Inmate escapes from Parker County
(Posted Fri 07:07 pm)
Parker County sheriff’s deputies and investigators are seeking an inmate who was performing outdoor work at Precinct 1 this afternoon shortly after 2 p.m. and left the job detail near Veal Station Road.
Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler said the inmate is identified as Donald McFaden Orange II, 29, originally from Connecticut but has no known local address.
Officials believe Orange stole a set of keys off a key board from the precinct and then stole a white Ford pickup truck. Orange was spotted shortly afterward by a Jack County deputy when he abandoned the truck and More...
(Posted Fri 07:07 pm)
Parker County sheriff’s deputies and investigators are seeking an inmate who was performing outdoor work at Precinct 1 this afternoon shortly after 2 p.m. and left the job detail near Veal Station Road.
Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler said the inmate is identified as Donald McFaden Orange II, 29, originally from Connecticut but has no known local address.
Officials believe Orange stole a set of keys off a key board from the precinct and then stole a white Ford pickup truck. Orange was spotted shortly afterward by a Jack County deputy when he abandoned the truck and More...
Parker County deputies seize animals (Internet exclusive)
(Posted 5/10/2012 10:45 am)
Parker County Sheriff’s Animal Control and Criminal Investigations Divisions are investigation a cruelty to animals case, where 58 dogs were seized Wednesday afternoon, May 9.
Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler said a concerned citizen reported the poor environment and health conditions, which led to the investigation in the 900 block of Lynch Bend Road in Parker County.
Parker County Animal Control Supervisor Karen Kessler said animal control officers conducted an animal welfare check Wednesday at the residence and discovered unhealthy and unsanitary living conditions.
“A total of 58 dogs were seized,” Kessler said. “Their health and living conditions were More...
(Posted 5/10/2012 10:45 am)
Parker County Sheriff’s Animal Control and Criminal Investigations Divisions are investigation a cruelty to animals case, where 58 dogs were seized Wednesday afternoon, May 9.
Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler said a concerned citizen reported the poor environment and health conditions, which led to the investigation in the 900 block of Lynch Bend Road in Parker County.
Parker County Animal Control Supervisor Karen Kessler said animal control officers conducted an animal welfare check Wednesday at the residence and discovered unhealthy and unsanitary living conditions.
“A total of 58 dogs were seized,” Kessler said. “Their health and living conditions were More...
News
Interstate 20 accident (Internet exclusive)
by Sandra Miller
(Posted Wed 04:05 pm)
Several vehicles are involved in an accident on Interstate 20 last week which closed eastbound lanes for a period of time around the 378 mile marker. No serious injuries were reported.
by Sandra Miller
(Posted Wed 04:05 pm)
Several vehicles are involved in an accident on Interstate 20 last week which closed eastbound lanes for a period of time around the 378 mile marker. No serious injuries were reported.
Allen, Lively win Mineral Wells election
by Jacolyn Moore
(Posted Wed 03:44 pm)
In Mineral Wells Saturday, the City Annex was ground zero for tension and anticipation as candidates waited for vote results.
“They are finally here,” Juanita Formby, Mineral Wells city clerk, announced shortly after 9:30 p.m. Saturday.
Mayor Mike Allen received 926 votes to the 352 Rick Bennett garnered. In the Ward 1 race, Thomas Lively received 134 to Ray Madrigal’s 114 to secure the city council spot; and John Upham, unopposed, will be the city council member for Ward 3.
Two proposition’s were also passed.
by Jacolyn Moore
(Posted Wed 03:44 pm)
In Mineral Wells Saturday, the City Annex was ground zero for tension and anticipation as candidates waited for vote results.
“They are finally here,” Juanita Formby, Mineral Wells city clerk, announced shortly after 9:30 p.m. Saturday.
Mayor Mike Allen received 926 votes to the 352 Rick Bennett garnered. In the Ward 1 race, Thomas Lively received 134 to Ray Madrigal’s 114 to secure the city council spot; and John Upham, unopposed, will be the city council member for Ward 3.
Two proposition’s were also passed.
West Side garage sale opens today
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:43 pm)
Sue Tolleson shows furniture just delivered this week to the PK West Side Emergency Services Garage Sale that will be held 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, at the station located at the intersection of FM 1148 and Green Acres Road. The Possum Kingdom West Side Emergency Services Auxiliary is holding its Garage Sale 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, at the station located at the intersection of FM 1148 and Green Acres Road.
The sale will feature the usual assortment of items for the home, outdoors and on the water.
“We have furniture, TVs — lots of electronics,” said Sue Tolleson, one of the organizers.
There is a wide selection of furniture — couches, chairs, tables, an electric stove and a sewing machine among other items.
There are also pillows, linens, books, life jackets, knickknacks and clothes.
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by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:43 pm)
Sue Tolleson shows furniture just delivered this week to the PK West Side Emergency Services Garage Sale that will be held 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, at the station located at the intersection of FM 1148 and Green Acres Road. The Possum Kingdom West Side Emergency Services Auxiliary is holding its Garage Sale 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, at the station located at the intersection of FM 1148 and Green Acres Road.
The sale will feature the usual assortment of items for the home, outdoors and on the water.
“We have furniture, TVs — lots of electronics,” said Sue Tolleson, one of the organizers.
There is a wide selection of furniture — couches, chairs, tables, an electric stove and a sewing machine among other items.
There are also pillows, linens, books, life jackets, knickknacks and clothes.
Early voting continues
(Posted Wed 03:43 pm)
Polling places in Palo Pinto County for the Tuesday, May 29, primary election have changed a little with some locations now consolidated with others.
Early voting will continue through Friday, May 25.
Early voting will be held at both the Palo Pinto County Courthouse and the Courthouse Annex in Mineral Wells.
Early voting in Palo Pinto will be:
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, May 21-25.
• 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 20.
Courthouse Annex, Mineral Wells:
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Friday, May 18.
• 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 19.
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Read Some More...
(Posted Wed 03:43 pm)
Polling places in Palo Pinto County for the Tuesday, May 29, primary election have changed a little with some locations now consolidated with others.
Early voting will continue through Friday, May 25.
Early voting will be held at both the Palo Pinto County Courthouse and the Courthouse Annex in Mineral Wells.
Early voting in Palo Pinto will be:
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, May 21-25.
• 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 20.
Courthouse Annex, Mineral Wells:
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Friday, May 18.
• 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, May 19.
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Read Some More...
Sales tax rebates fall in Graford
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:40 pm)
With the exception of Graford, sales tax rebates sent to communities in Palo Pinto County were again higher in May.
Graford received nearly 20 percent less in its rebate. The May check was $6,517 compared to the $8,124 received in 2011. So far this year, Graford has received $35,112, more than 12.5 percent higher than the $31,162 received last year.
Mineral Wells received more, having gotten $361,767, 18 percent more compared to last year’s May rebate of $306,566. Through May, the city has received almost $1.75 million, up over 14.5 percent compared to last year’s total at this time of Read Some More...
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:40 pm)
With the exception of Graford, sales tax rebates sent to communities in Palo Pinto County were again higher in May.
Graford received nearly 20 percent less in its rebate. The May check was $6,517 compared to the $8,124 received in 2011. So far this year, Graford has received $35,112, more than 12.5 percent higher than the $31,162 received last year.
Mineral Wells received more, having gotten $361,767, 18 percent more compared to last year’s May rebate of $306,566. Through May, the city has received almost $1.75 million, up over 14.5 percent compared to last year’s total at this time of Read Some More...
Sports
NFL honors
by Courtesy
(Posted Wed 03:37 pm)
Last week, a representative from the NFL Past Player’s Association was at the Mineral Wells High School library to notify senior Eli Weathers, right, that he will receive the first scholarship from this group in this area. Sylvia Overton, left, from the Cliffs, whose husband is a former NFL player, was on hand to tell Eli and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Weathers, about this scholarship.
by Courtesy
(Posted Wed 03:37 pm)
Last week, a representative from the NFL Past Player’s Association was at the Mineral Wells High School library to notify senior Eli Weathers, right, that he will receive the first scholarship from this group in this area. Sylvia Overton, left, from the Cliffs, whose husband is a former NFL player, was on hand to tell Eli and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Weathers, about this scholarship.
Wildcats heading to regional quarter finals
by Jacolyn Moore
(Posted Wed 03:34 pm)
The Santo Wildcats are heading to the regional quarter finals after clenching a win over Goldthwaite.
The Wildcats started the three-game series, at home, slowly, losing the first game by three runs, 5-2.
Neither team scored until Goldthwaite struck in the top of the fifth, securing three runs. The Wildcats answered in the bottom of the fifth with two runs by Brent Bezio and Zane Mauney.
The Wildcats stayed behind by one until the bottom of the sixth when Dylan Swinney advanced home as Bezio was walked to first.
In the top of the seventh, it was Goldthwaite that managed two more runs to clench the win, 5-2.
by Jacolyn Moore
(Posted Wed 03:34 pm)
The Santo Wildcats are heading to the regional quarter finals after clenching a win over Goldthwaite.
The Wildcats started the three-game series, at home, slowly, losing the first game by three runs, 5-2.
Neither team scored until Goldthwaite struck in the top of the fifth, securing three runs. The Wildcats answered in the bottom of the fifth with two runs by Brent Bezio and Zane Mauney.
The Wildcats stayed behind by one until the bottom of the sixth when Dylan Swinney advanced home as Bezio was walked to first.
In the top of the seventh, it was Goldthwaite that managed two more runs to clench the win, 5-2.
Smith, Ford among nine inducted into Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:29 pm)
Dean Smith, left, and Kenneth Ford show the medallions they were presented as inductees in the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame Monday evening in Abilene. The two were among nine new members inducted during the ceremony. The Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame inducted nine new members Monday, including Graham’s own, Dean Smith.
“Our selection committee, that was your first nomination,” board member George Nichols told Smith before the ceremony. “You got every vote.”
Also inducted were Ken and the late John T. Ford and Joe Crousen — all inducted as Breckenridge athletes.
During the induction ceremony, a short video was shown to the more than 600 people attending.
Smith’s accomplishments were highlighted including his 1952 Olympic Gold Medal and his accomplishments at the University of Texas, finishing with his film career.
“I’m lucky I had a grandmother who believed in me,” Smith said during his acceptance speech. “Thank God for my grandmother raising me.”
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:29 pm)
Dean Smith, left, and Kenneth Ford show the medallions they were presented as inductees in the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame Monday evening in Abilene. The two were among nine new members inducted during the ceremony. The Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame inducted nine new members Monday, including Graham’s own, Dean Smith.
“Our selection committee, that was your first nomination,” board member George Nichols told Smith before the ceremony. “You got every vote.”
Also inducted were Ken and the late John T. Ford and Joe Crousen — all inducted as Breckenridge athletes.
During the induction ceremony, a short video was shown to the more than 600 people attending.
Smith’s accomplishments were highlighted including his 1952 Olympic Gold Medal and his accomplishments at the University of Texas, finishing with his film career.
“I’m lucky I had a grandmother who believed in me,” Smith said during his acceptance speech. “Thank God for my grandmother raising me.”
Hicks wins club's April event at PK
by Ric Hayward
(Posted 5/3/2012 09:32 am)
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Hell's Gate Bass Club member Johnny Hicks shows two of the four bass he caught that were enough to win the April tournament at Possum Kingdom Lake. Hell’s Gate Bass Club fished its April Tournament at Possum Kingdom Lake April 15 under near perfect conditions.
Johnny Hicks of Mineral Wells captured first place with four fish weighing 15.60 pounds, including one that weighed 6.4 pounds. Don Welch, also from Mineral Wells, netted five fish weighing 14.78 pounds for second place and Bobbie Koncak, of PK, boated three for 12.1 pounds, including the big bass of 6.8 pounds. Bill Pillans and Eddie McCracken, of Graham, rounded out the top five.
by Ric Hayward
(Posted 5/3/2012 09:32 am)
Hell's Gate Bass Club member Johnny Hicks shows two of the four bass he caught that were enough to win the April tournament at Possum Kingdom Lake. Hell’s Gate Bass Club fished its April Tournament at Possum Kingdom Lake April 15 under near perfect conditions.
Johnny Hicks of Mineral Wells captured first place with four fish weighing 15.60 pounds, including one that weighed 6.4 pounds. Don Welch, also from Mineral Wells, netted five fish weighing 14.78 pounds for second place and Bobbie Koncak, of PK, boated three for 12.1 pounds, including the big bass of 6.8 pounds. Bill Pillans and Eddie McCracken, of Graham, rounded out the top five.
Lifestyles
Officers
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:38 pm)
Officers for 2012-13 of the Palo Pinto County Retired Teachers and School Employees Association are, left to right, Ernestine Stevenson, parliamentarian; Benita Smiddy, treasurer; Susan West, secretary; Frana Patterson, second vice president; Linda Medlin, first vice president; and Kay Brown, president.
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:38 pm)
Officers for 2012-13 of the Palo Pinto County Retired Teachers and School Employees Association are, left to right, Ernestine Stevenson, parliamentarian; Benita Smiddy, treasurer; Susan West, secretary; Frana Patterson, second vice president; Linda Medlin, first vice president; and Kay Brown, president.
Smith recalls start of PK fires
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:32 pm)
Smoke turns the sky an eerie yellow as fire races through The Hills Above PK last year during the PK Complex fire. (Editor’s note: This is the third in a series about the firefighters involved in the 2011 fires.)
Possum Kingdom East Volunteer Fire Department member Mike Smith recounted his memories of last year’s PK Complex fire.
“My days on the complex actually started a couple days before on the Upper Brad Road,” he recalled.
The Hohertz Fire started when electrical lines arced in high winds and spread from northwest of Strawn through the Palo Pinto Mountains to Highway 180 and into Stephens County.
“My daughter (Elizabeth) and I went out on mutual aid and ended up staying all night long,” he Complete Story
by Mark Engebretson
(Posted Wed 03:32 pm)
Smoke turns the sky an eerie yellow as fire races through The Hills Above PK last year during the PK Complex fire. (Editor’s note: This is the third in a series about the firefighters involved in the 2011 fires.)
Possum Kingdom East Volunteer Fire Department member Mike Smith recounted his memories of last year’s PK Complex fire.
“My days on the complex actually started a couple days before on the Upper Brad Road,” he recalled.
The Hohertz Fire started when electrical lines arced in high winds and spread from northwest of Strawn through the Palo Pinto Mountains to Highway 180 and into Stephens County.
“My daughter (Elizabeth) and I went out on mutual aid and ended up staying all night long,” he Complete Story
Cowtown society holds annual event
by Sandra Miller
(Posted Wed 03:30 pm)
Jimmy Fincher, of Perrin, enjoys the moment of his induction into the Cowtown Society of Western Music on May 5 at the Holiday Hills Country Club. The 14th annual Cowtown Society of Western Music held its event at the Holiday Hills Country Club May 5 and inducted 13 living heroes, three posthumous heros, three living legends, two disc jockeys and six more into the Swing Hall of Fame.
The all-day event, honoring those who have strived to make and keep western swing alive, was witnessed by a packed house that stayed for the entire 10 hours of music and dancing.
This year’s living hero inductees included two from Perrin, Jimmy Fincher and Johnny Johnson; and Stephenville’s Ceburn Sutton, known as a “Mingus Tradition.”
Fincher, born in Complete Story
by Sandra Miller
(Posted Wed 03:30 pm)
Jimmy Fincher, of Perrin, enjoys the moment of his induction into the Cowtown Society of Western Music on May 5 at the Holiday Hills Country Club. The 14th annual Cowtown Society of Western Music held its event at the Holiday Hills Country Club May 5 and inducted 13 living heroes, three posthumous heros, three living legends, two disc jockeys and six more into the Swing Hall of Fame.
The all-day event, honoring those who have strived to make and keep western swing alive, was witnessed by a packed house that stayed for the entire 10 hours of music and dancing.
This year’s living hero inductees included two from Perrin, Jimmy Fincher and Johnny Johnson; and Stephenville’s Ceburn Sutton, known as a “Mingus Tradition.”
Fincher, born in Complete Story
Cantrell selected for Lone Star Academy
(Posted Wed 03:28 pm)
Montana Cantrell, daughter of Wade Cantrell and Renee’ Cantrell and a student at Graham Junior High School, has been selected to travel to the Austin/San Antonio area as a participant in Education in Action’s Lone Star Leadership Academy, June 17-22.
Montana’s selection for the academy was based on her outstanding academic success; demonstrated leadership ability; a nomination from her teacher, Julie Bell; and her involvement in school and community activities. Education in Action, dedicated to empowering young people to be informed and active leaders in their communities, hosts the Lone Star Leadership Academy.
State Rep. Jim Keffer and Complete Story
(Posted Wed 03:28 pm)
Montana Cantrell, daughter of Wade Cantrell and Renee’ Cantrell and a student at Graham Junior High School, has been selected to travel to the Austin/San Antonio area as a participant in Education in Action’s Lone Star Leadership Academy, June 17-22. Montana’s selection for the academy was based on her outstanding academic success; demonstrated leadership ability; a nomination from her teacher, Julie Bell; and her involvement in school and community activities. Education in Action, dedicated to empowering young people to be informed and active leaders in their communities, hosts the Lone Star Leadership Academy.
State Rep. Jim Keffer and Complete Story
Kelley graduates with honors
(Posted Wed 03:28 pm)
Kyle Kelley, of Mineral Wells, has been awarded a bachelor of business administration degree in management Magna Cum Laude at McMurry University.
Kelley was one of 181 graduates receiving degrees during the commencement at Radford Auditorium on Saturday, May 12.
Offering a diverse academic curriculum to more than 1,400 students, McMurry University is a small Christian liberal arts school in Abilene. Students choose from 41 majors; education and business are popular as are the school’s pre-professional programs in medicine, dentistry, law and physical therapy. The three-week May term gives students an opportunity to explore a subject outside their major. Complete Story
(Posted Wed 03:28 pm)
Kyle Kelley, of Mineral Wells, has been awarded a bachelor of business administration degree in management Magna Cum Laude at McMurry University.
Kelley was one of 181 graduates receiving degrees during the commencement at Radford Auditorium on Saturday, May 12.
Offering a diverse academic curriculum to more than 1,400 students, McMurry University is a small Christian liberal arts school in Abilene. Students choose from 41 majors; education and business are popular as are the school’s pre-professional programs in medicine, dentistry, law and physical therapy. The three-week May term gives students an opportunity to explore a subject outside their major. Complete Story
Blair graduates from training
(Posted Wed 03:26 pm)
Pfc. Nicholas J. Blair, of the United States Marines, graduated May 11 from basic marine training in San Diego, Calif.
He is the son of Don and Marily Blair of Possum Kingdom Lake.
He received an award in physical fitness training, is a riffle expert and was a leader of Platoon 1035. After a 10 day leave, he will go to of infantry school and then will attend air traffic control school.
He will be in the Reserves until he completes his college education and will then he commissioned as an officer status and continue his career in the Marines.
(Posted Wed 03:26 pm)
Pfc. Nicholas J. Blair, of the United States Marines, graduated May 11 from basic marine training in San Diego, Calif.He is the son of Don and Marily Blair of Possum Kingdom Lake.
He received an award in physical fitness training, is a riffle expert and was a leader of Platoon 1035. After a 10 day leave, he will go to of infantry school and then will attend air traffic control school.
He will be in the Reserves until he completes his college education and will then he commissioned as an officer status and continue his career in the Marines.
TSCRA to host ranch gathering
(Posted Wed 03:25 pm)
The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association will hold a ranch gathering Thursday, May 24, at Holt River Ranch in Graford.
A reception will kick off the gathering at 5:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary barbecue dinner courtesy of Pfizer Animal Health catered by Hard Eight Bar-B-Que.
State Senator Craig Estes and State Rep. Jim Keffer will update the group on the upcoming Texas legislative session and specifically discuss the issues that will affect Texas ranchers and landowners. Estes currently serves as chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and vice chairman of the Senate Natural Resources Complete Story
(Posted Wed 03:25 pm)
The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association will hold a ranch gathering Thursday, May 24, at Holt River Ranch in Graford.
A reception will kick off the gathering at 5:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary barbecue dinner courtesy of Pfizer Animal Health catered by Hard Eight Bar-B-Que.
State Senator Craig Estes and State Rep. Jim Keffer will update the group on the upcoming Texas legislative session and specifically discuss the issues that will affect Texas ranchers and landowners. Estes currently serves as chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and vice chairman of the Senate Natural Resources Complete Story
Death Notices
Sheila Rae Tuck Liles
(Posted Wed 07:52 am)
Sheila Rae Tuck Liles, 57, of Mineral Wells, died Monday, May 14, 2012. A graveside service is set for 3 p.m. Wednesday May 16, at Woodland Park Cemetery.
(Posted Wed 07:52 am)
Sheila Rae Tuck Liles, 57, of Mineral Wells, died Monday, May 14, 2012. A graveside service is set for 3 p.m. Wednesday May 16, at Woodland Park Cemetery.
Addie Lee Chenault
(Posted Mon 03:26 pm)
Addie Lee Chenault, 88, of Mineral Wells, died Monday, May 14, 2012. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the Lone Camp Community Center.
(Posted Mon 03:26 pm)
Addie Lee Chenault, 88, of Mineral Wells, died Monday, May 14, 2012. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the Lone Camp Community Center.
Sandra Sue Glover
(Posted 5/11/2012 08:13 am)
Sandra Sue Glover, 64, of Mineral Wells, died Thursday, May 10, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home chapel.
(Posted 5/11/2012 08:13 am)
Sandra Sue Glover, 64, of Mineral Wells, died Thursday, May 10, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home chapel.
Oliver King Diggs
(Posted 5/9/2012 06:29 am)
Oliver King Diggs, 71, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Posted 5/9/2012 06:29 am)
Oliver King Diggs, 71, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.