FROM MY FRONT PORCH   Happy new year to all!   SAM HOUSTON Sam Houston is the publisher of the Hood County News. He is also an actor, author, playwright, performer and entertainment …

In December, ladies of the Morris Federation met at the Feed Mill for a Christmas luncheon. The program, titled “Legends, Symbols, and Traditions of Christmas,” was directed by Marsha Lee and was …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of Dec. 22-25. While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more significant …

It was just over 50 years ago — Nov. 14, 1972 — that the Cotton Belt train whistle blew, and the train slowly pulled away from the depot in Gatesville for the last time. This would leave …

Disaster Assistance for 2022 Livestock Forage Losses Producers in Coryell County are eligible to apply for 2022 Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) benefits on short and long season small …

“Who dares to teach must never cease to learn” was a statement made by John Cotton Dana over a century ago, but today his words seem as appropriate as they were in 1912. The explosion of …

The 2022 Winter Wonderland Walkthrough recently collected a massive number of toys and monetary funds for the Hidden Gem Family Care Center. Admission to the walkthrough event, which was held on …

Santa Claus stopped by the Boys and Girls Club of Gatesville recently for a pancake breakfast. He visited with club members who were more than willing to share their breakfast with …

Jefferson was once one of the largest inland ports in the United States.  Riverboats brought merchandise and people to town. “They came from New Orleans up through Shreveport and they would hit …

Pearl Church of Christ members enjoyed a time of caroling, visiting, and fellowship last Sunday when a group of 14 young and young at heart went to The Oaks, The Meadows, Hillside Manor, and then …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of December 20 - 21.  While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more …

Centex Crime Stoppers can use your help in solving a case of burglary of a habitation. On Dec. 16, 2022, between the hours of 8 p.m. and 11:15 p.m., an unknown person(s) made entry to a residence …

Peyton Berry of Gatesville recently received a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Sam Houston State University during the 2022 Fall graduation.  Named for a Texas hero, Sam Houston …

Meals on Wheels is currently in need of volunteer drivers. Meals on Wheels is a federally funded program for older adults who are homebound, unable to prepare a meal, don’t drive, and have no one …

An unexpected jump of $3 million in the cost estimate of a new justice building delayed approval of financial plans to proceed with the project and also at least temporarily delayed financing …

The city of Gatesville has an ambitious list of capital improvements planned for 2023, and much of the cost of the work will be paid for by state or federal grants. The projects will be underway …

Ray Ashby has served for six years as a Coryell County commissioner for Precinct 4, but his last official day in office will be Dec. 31. While Ashby will no longer be an elected leader, he plans …

With 32 Coryell County youth competing in this year’s district quiz bowl contest, the locals led all other counties in both participation and results. The 4-H Quiz Bowl contests enable youth to …

Mother Neff State Park will be kicking off the new year and 100 years of Texas State Parks with the First Day Hike of 2023. Bring family and friends to participate in the 11th year of a national …

In observance of the Christmas holiday, many local businesses and gov­ernmental offices will be observing special hours. Closings and special hours in the immediate area …