https://www.springtownepigraph.com/author/9,jose-jj-balderas en Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1366,sped-driver-monitor-advance-to-state-bus-transportation-competitionWendy Haynes and Jennifer Reyna proudly represented SISD’s SPED transportation team by earning second-place finish at the March 28 regional Bus Road-eo in Mansfield, signifying their progress made fro...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1366,sped-driver-monitor-advance-to-state-bus-transportation-competition https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1365,sisd-a-semifinalist-for-h-e-b-excellence-awardsSISD has been named a semifinalist in the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, placing in the top 25 among 2,000 districts that applied across Texas.The H-E-B Excellence in Education Award aims...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1365,sisd-a-semifinalist-for-h-e-b-excellence-awards https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1364,mayfest-returns-to-hilltop-fca-may-2Hilltop Family Christian Academy invites the community to its second annual Mayfest, a free family-friendly festival designed to bring residents together for a day of activities, local vendors and ent...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:53:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1364,mayfest-returns-to-hilltop-fca-may-2 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1363,out-of-her-comfort-zoneSydney Arnold earned first place in fingerprint collection and analysis at the Texas Public Safety Association Conference and Competition, a weekend-long competition held in Galveston March 30 through...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1363,out-of-her-comfort-zone https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1361,good-neighborsA local construction company is giving back to the community by helping restore a home as part of a volunteer effort through Servolution Network’s Good Neighbors Spring Blitz in April.The Blitz initia...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1361,good-neighbors https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1360,cream-of-the-cropThe Texas Department of Agriculture has recognized SISD’s Child Nutrition Department at the highest level of Commissioner Sid Miller’s Farm Fresh Challenge by awarding the department with the Cream of...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1360,cream-of-the-crop https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1359,new-screwworm-case-confirmed-60-miles-from-u-s-mexico-borderAs the New World Screwworm continues to migrate northward from south of the border, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is urging state officials and local livestock producers to remain vigilant...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:59:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1359,new-screwworm-case-confirmed-60-miles-from-u-s-mexico-border https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1335,early-voting-begins-april-20-in-reno-council-electionEarly voting begins April 20 for the May 2 general election. Residents of Reno will cast their vote in the race for the City Council Place 5 seat, which is the only contested race on the ballot.Incumb...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1335,early-voting-begins-april-20-in-reno-council-election https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1332,sisd-bands-earn-superior-ratings-at-uil-contestThe SISD music program celebrated a significant milestone as all four concert bands earned “Superior” ratings from every judge at the recent UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest.Scot McPhetrige, dire...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:21:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1332,sisd-bands-earn-superior-ratings-at-uil-contest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1329,snack-pack-ministry-provides-weekend-food-for-springtown-studentsFirst United Methodist Church in Springtown has been running the Snack Pack Ministry program since 2013, offering packaged food items and goods to local students in need through a volunteer-driven eff...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1329,snack-pack-ministry-provides-weekend-food-for-springtown-students https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1328,national-animal-control-officer-appreciation-week-in-springtownThe Springtown City Council recognized local animal control officers with a proclamation observing National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week in the city the week of April 12, highlighting the...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1328,national-animal-control-officer-appreciation-week-in-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1327,springtown-museum-quilts-spark-new-community-projectA collection of handmade quilts preserved at the Springtown Legends Museum offers a glimpse into the city’s early community life, where community gatherings to create quilts served as a social traditi...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:06:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1327,springtown-museum-quilts-spark-new-community-project https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1326,pchd-adds-helipad-at-springtown-ems-stationA new helicopter landing pad at the Parker County Hospital District EMS Station 2 in Springtown is now operational and provides a significant upgrade in how critical patients are transported from the...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:04:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1326,pchd-adds-helipad-at-springtown-ems-station https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1324,shs-student-returns-to-vaseKatelyn Duncan of Springtown High School is heading to Austin to present her latest artwork titled “Night in Bloom” with the hope of earning a Gold Seal Award at the Visual Arts Scholastic Event April...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1324,shs-student-returns-to-vase https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1313,news-digestExcel courses continue for AprilThe Center of Hope in Springtown offers a four-week beginner-level Microsoft Excel course from March 31 through April 21. Classes will be held Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-noo...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1313,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1312,sisd-gets-approval-for-landscaping-adjustmentThe Springtown City Council approved a landscaping revision for a new elementary school during its March 26 meeting. The agenda item, previously discussed at the February city council meeting, centere...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1312,sisd-gets-approval-for-landscaping-adjustment https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1311,sisd-weighs-sb-546-costsThe SISD board of trustees discussed the financial impact of retrofitting school buses to meet state safety requirements during its Monday, March 30 meeting.The discussion focused on Senate Bill 546,...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1311,sisd-weighs-sb-546-costs https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1310,springtown-students-gain-ems-career-opportunitiesThe Parker County EMT program, based in Weatherford, is helping students across the county become eligible for hire immediately after high school by graduating as certified emergency medical technicia...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1310,springtown-students-gain-ems-career-opportunities https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1309,city-approves-drainage-ordinance-for-future-developmentThe Springtown City Council voted to approve an amendment to its subdivision regulations Thursday, March 26, when it adopted Ordinance No. 2026-O-1104, Option B. Discussion during the council meeting...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1309,city-approves-drainage-ordinance-for-future-development https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1308,shs-cheerleaders-head-to-new-york-for-macy-s-paradeThe SISD board of trustees voted to approve an out-of-state trip for the Springtown High School varsity cheer squad during its March 30 meeting, clearing the way for the team to travel to New York Cit...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:35:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1308,shs-cheerleaders-head-to-new-york-for-macy-s-parade https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1307,springtown-cowgirl-balances-rodeo-career-with-growing-podcastSpringtown resident Jordan Jo Hollabaugh has spent nearly her entire life in the rodeo arena since she was born from parents who also competed.Hollabaugh said she began riding horses as early as 3 or...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1307,springtown-cowgirl-balances-rodeo-career-with-growing-podcast https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1305,springtown-masonic-lodge-absorbs-boyd-lodgeThe Springtown Masonic Lodge, formally known as Eureka Lodge No. 371, is constructing a storage building as it absorbs the Masonic Lodge in Boyd. It has also absorbed a lodge that was in Joplin, and t...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:12:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1305,springtown-masonic-lodge-absorbs-boyd-lodge https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1301,april-is-sexual-assault-awareness-monthThe city of Springtown has proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the city following a proclamation by Mayor Mike Kelley during the March 26 city council meeting. “And whereas 2026...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:11:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1301,april-is-sexual-assault-awareness-month https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1300,grant-boosts-local-mental-health-effort-in-springtownTo close the gap of a variety of health disparities across communities in Texas, Texas Health Resources has awarded $23 million in grant funding to community-based organizations since 2019.For the 202...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1300,grant-boosts-local-mental-health-effort-in-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1299,volunteers-needed-for-community-clean-up-dayThe city of Springtown encourages residents to show their hometown pride by participating in its Clean Sweep Community Clean-Up Day Saturday, April 11.Volunteers should meet from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1299,volunteers-needed-for-community-clean-up-day https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1294,hop-shop-fills-downtown-squareThe annual Hop & Shop at the Springtown Square drew residents and families Saturday afternoon, March 28. Chilly weather did not deter attendance for the highly anticipated community event.“We come...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:21:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1294,hop-shop-fills-downtown-square https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1293,bluebonnets-return-to-springtown-area-roadwaysBluebonnets are beginning to bloom across roadways in Springtown, signifying the arrival of spring and also reflecting the Texas Department of Transportation’s roadside management and wildflower progr...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:18:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1293,bluebonnets-return-to-springtown-area-roadways https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1267,city-hosts-first-comprehensive-plan-town-hallCity officials hosted the first Comprehensive Plan Town Hall Monday, March 23, inviting residents and local stakeholders to share input into the city’s long-term vision.The meeting was held at the mun...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1267,city-hosts-first-comprehensive-plan-town-hall https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1266,city-announces-sponsor-driven-july-4th-celebrationThe city of Springtown is planning a Fourth of July celebration that aims to mark a historic milestone for the nation, announcing a sponsor-driven festival in recognition of the country’s 250th birthd...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1266,city-announces-sponsor-driven-july-4th-celebration https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1265,connectedness-plays-role-in-behavioral-healthKnowing the needs of the communities it serves is crucial to providing health care — something Texas Health Resources takes seriously.In order to provide programs for the issues of utmost concern in t...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1265,connectedness-plays-role-in-behavioral-health https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1264,springtown-to-launch-new-city-calendarThe city of Springtown plans to launch a new centralized calendar system on its website this year to improve how residents access information about local events and activities.“We’re going to replace...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1264,springtown-to-launch-new-city-calendar https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1263,sisd-student-enrollment-begins-april-1SISD has announced open enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year will begin April 1 for both new and returning students. The district has also announced that all registrations must be completed throug...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1263,sisd-student-enrollment-begins-april-1 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1262,all-inclusive-playground-coming-to-springtown-parkThe city of Springtown will use $300,000 in grant funding approved by Texas Parks and Wildlife to enhance its public park system, with a large portion dedicated to updating Springtown Park to include...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:40:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1262,all-inclusive-playground-coming-to-springtown-park https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1261,springtown-water-upgrades-underwayThe city of Springtown continues to work on major improvements to its water treatment system while moving forward with plans to replace a key water transmission line. Upgrades to the city’s water...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1261,springtown-water-upgrades-underway https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1255,more-patrols-less-crime-in-springtownWith the addition of new roles within the Springtown Police Department — specifically two patrol corporals, eight patrol officers, two dispatchers, four communications officers and an evidence technic...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1255,more-patrols-less-crime-in-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1254,sisd-construction-projects-remain-under-budgetThe Springtown Independent School District recently shared updates about several construction projects funded through the district’s voter-approved 2025 bond program. The projects include a new elemen...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1254,sisd-construction-projects-remain-under-budget https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1253,fixing-it-for-the-futureIn an effort to promote responsible pet ownership and help reduce the number of unwanted animals in the community, the city of Springtown has introduced the “Fix it for the Future” voucher program. Fu...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1253,fixing-it-for-the-future https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1252,turning-tickets-into-treatsNo one enjoys receiving a traffic violation, just as much as no one likes seeing an animal go without adequate food, comfort or shelter.In an effort to turn a negative experience into a positive outco...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:31:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1252,turning-tickets-into-treats https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1244,reno-council-advances-police-chief-search-sets-hearing-reviews-billing-systemFollowing a lengthy executive session during its March 16 city council meeting, the City of Reno voted to post the position of police chief. The job will be posted for up to 30 days but may close earl...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:15:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1244,reno-council-advances-police-chief-search-sets-hearing-reviews-billing-system https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1243,reno-city-council-candidates-set-for-may-2-electionThree seats on the Reno City Council will be filled as part of the May 2 general election. While most area cities have canceled elections since all candidates are running unopposed, Reno has one conte...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:05:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1243,reno-city-council-candidates-set-for-may-2-election https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1242,dungeons-dragons-and-a-quest-to-forge-friendshipsAndie D’Avignon, library director at the Springtown Public Library, is the opposite of the traditional librarian often portrayed as quiet and reserved. D’Avignon’s outgoing personality helps create a...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1242,dungeons-dragons-and-a-quest-to-forge-friendships https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1239,paid-to-grow-agtexas-to-disperse-35-million-to-local-agricultural-patronsFarmers and ranchers in Parker and Wise counties who participate in the patronage program offered by AgTexas Farm Credit Services can expect a reimbursement check in the mail as the agency distributes...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:40:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1239,paid-to-grow-agtexas-to-disperse-35-million-to-local-agricultural-patrons https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1233,city-of-reno-to-host-easter-egg-huntThe City of Reno invites friends and families from across the surrounding communities to attend its annual Easter Egg Hunt festival at Reno Elementary School on March 28 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Th...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:04:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1233,city-of-reno-to-host-easter-egg-hunt https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1232,springtown-seeks-artists-for-first-ever-downtown-muralThe city of Springtown is inviting professional artists to submit proposals for what will become the city’s first public mural. The proposed mural is a part of the city’s Downtown Enhancement Program...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1232,springtown-seeks-artists-for-first-ever-downtown-mural https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1230,goshen-creek-educator-recognized-for-excellenceGoshen Creek Elementary school teacher Heather Herring has been named a recipient of the Jack Harvey Academy of Exemplary Teachers Award for the 2025–26 school year. Each year, Weatherford College sel...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1230,goshen-creek-educator-recognized-for-excellence https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1229,city-wide-100-golden-easter-egg-huntLegacy Church invites all families and friends across Springtown to participate in its Golden Easter Egg Hunt after the success of last year’s community-wide event.Beginning this week, the church will...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:55:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1229,city-wide-100-golden-easter-egg-hunt https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1226,cowboy-renaissance-manFor Chuck Cusimano, who has frequently performed at the Springtown Event Center, the dream of becoming a country western musician began as a child as he heard Biff Colley sing a rendition of Bill Ande...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1226,cowboy-renaissance-man https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1223,new-world-screwworm-fly-remains-behind-u-s-borderAs the New World Screwworm fly continued to spread throughout cattle and wildlife in Central America and into Mexico last year, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide disaster declaration Jan. 29 a...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1223,new-world-screwworm-fly-remains-behind-u-s-border https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1203,local-church-youth-groups-give-backLocal youth spearheaded a spring-cleaning effort this past Saturday, Feb. 28. A joint youth ministry project included four local churches: Springtown Community Fellowship, First Baptist Church of Spri...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:29:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1203,local-church-youth-groups-give-back https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1202,porcupine-pride-saves-a-life“Never, ever would I have thought in a million years that I would intentionally hit someone with my car, much less the person I’ve devoted my life with. And it’s shocking,” said high school English te...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:23:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1202,porcupine-pride-saves-a-life https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1201,optimist-food-truck-park-to-open-april-2026The city of Springtown has announced that Optimist Food Truck Park will be open Fridays from 11 a.m.-7. p.m. beginning in April.“We hope that residents can expect a welcoming and family friendly atmos...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:10:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1201,optimist-food-truck-park-to-open-april-2026 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1199,annual-academic-report-echoes-student-progressAssistant Superintendent of Academics Tiffany Cano presented positive results from the 2024-25 Texas Academic Performance Report at the Feb. 23 school board meeting.Across Texas, the rate of seniors g...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:06:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1199,annual-academic-report-echoes-student-progress https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1198,city-isd-cancel-may-2026-elections Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:03:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1198,city-isd-cancel-may-2026-elections https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1197,mustang-sally-rides-away-with-win-at-westminsterAs a child, Elizabeth Alvarez Johnson had a natural love to care for the stray dogs that would come up to her at the local park.“I was a Girl Scout a long, long time ago. When we would go to the park,...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:49:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1197,mustang-sally-rides-away-with-win-at-westminster https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1196,weather-wiseAs all Texans know, springtime’s beautiful weather is often deterred by storms — often packing high winds, hail and even tornadoes — and knowing about impending danger is crucial for the safety of eve...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:40:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1196,weather-wise