https://www.springtownepigraph.com/author/9,jose-jj-balderas en Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1688,city-clarifies-emergency-alert-optionsThe Springtown City Council discussed concerns Thursday, July 23 about whether residents could unintentionally stop receiving severe weather warnings when opting out of other messages from the city’s...]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1688,city-clarifies-emergency-alert-options https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1684,cease-and-desistThe Reno City Council voted unanimously to pursue legal action, beginning with a cease-and-desist letter, against former City Administrator and Police Chief Paul Lilly after council members alleged he...]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1684,cease-and-desist https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1669,food-trucks-get-a-breakBeginning July 1, food truck vendors can operate across Texas with a license from the Texas Department of State Health Services instead of receiving separate health permits from each local health depa...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:35:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1669,food-trucks-get-a-break https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1666,first-responder-camp-answers-the-call-in-successful-debutThe city of Springtown, in collaboration with the Springtown Independent School District, held its inaugural First Responder Camp last week, giving local teenagers a hands-on look at careers that prot...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:50:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1666,first-responder-camp-answers-the-call-in-successful-debut https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1664,a-big-familyThe community blessing box that has been located outside Alvin Ord’s Sandwich Shop has moved to 3-W’s Smoke Shack, 150 Eastwood Road, where it will continue providing food to residents in need.Toby Wo...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1664,a-big-family https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1663,cooking-up-opportunitySpringtown resident Angela Jack first became connected with Neighbor to Neighbors by donating food, especially eggs, to help the local pantry serve families in need.Jack and her husband operate a bed-...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1663,cooking-up-opportunity https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1662,stitched-together-by-friendship-and-traditionMembers of the First United Methodist Church of Springtown’s quilting club gather every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m. to hand stitch quilts to be auctioned during the church’s annual Lord...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1662,stitched-together-by-friendship-and-tradition https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1661,praise-worship-puts-soles-into-serviceNewly formed nonprofit PRAISE Worship is collecting shoes through Sept. 12 to help fund food deliveries, a planned free clothing store and quarterly worship events.The organization is collecting new,...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1661,praise-worship-puts-soles-into-service https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1649,sharks-alligators-and-piranhas-oh-myI hate to admit this, but I can’t swim.Well, I can swim for about five minutes, and my personal record for being underwater is about 2 minutes and 30 seconds.I have to give myself some kind of credit,...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1649,sharks-alligators-and-piranhas-oh-my https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1648,lions-club-keeps-dolly-books-goingWhen Autumn Reed joined the Springtown Lions Club, she thought of the organization as something tied mostly to sports. Her perspective changed when she learned the club had taken on a program that res...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1648,lions-club-keeps-dolly-books-going https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1647,family-resource-center-relocates-to-main-streetAfter four years of steady growth, the Family Resource Center has settled into a new home on Main Street in Springtown. The move gives the center a more visible and accessible location for parents whi...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1647,family-resource-center-relocates-to-main-street https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1646,children-learn-the-language-of-morse-codeChildren learned about the history of the telegraph and Morse code Wednesday, June 8 during a STEM activity at the Springtown Legends Museum.Participants learned how the electric telegraph changed com...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:43:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1646,children-learn-the-language-of-morse-code https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1645,it-s-time-for-a-fiestaThe Springtown Education Foundation will host its fourth annual gala Friday, July 31 at The Orchard Event Venue and Retreat in Azle. The gala is the foundation’s signature fundraiser, helping provide...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1645,it-s-time-for-a-fiesta https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1644,the-legend-of-the-hill-family-gangBefore Springtown became an established city, lawlessness was rampant throughout Parker County and gave rise to the infamous Hill Family Gang.According to research documents by late Springtown histori...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:31:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1644,the-legend-of-the-hill-family-gang https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1643,sid-miller-advocates-for-ivermectin-pet-experts-urge-vigilance-amid-nws-outbreakAs New World screwworm continues to spread across parts of South Texas, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to approve ivermectin in medicated...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:27:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1643,sid-miller-advocates-for-ivermectin-pet-experts-urge-vigilance-amid-nws-outbreak https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1622,cacpc-launches-springtown-abuse-awareness-effortA $22,000 Texas Bar Foundation grant will allow the Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County to offer free one-hour child abuse education seminars aimed at helping adults recognize signs of abuse a...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1622,cacpc-launches-springtown-abuse-awareness-effort https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1621,officers-helping-officers-springtown-pd-receives-27-299-grantThe Springtown Police Department received $27,299.95 in grant funding from the Law Enforcement Charitable Foundation to purchase protective shields for officers to use as they protect and serve all se...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1621,officers-helping-officers-springtown-pd-receives-27-299-grant https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1620,long-term-recovery-program-launches-for-storm-survivorsUnited Way of Parker County has launched a long-term recovery program to help residents continue recovering from the April 25 EF-1 tornado through partnerships with local agencies, churches, nonprofit...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1620,long-term-recovery-program-launches-for-storm-survivors https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1619,a-star-spangled-bash-for-america-s-250th-birthdayDecorated cars rolled down Main Street Saturday, July 4 as residents gathered along the sidewalks to cheer during Springtown’s Star-Spangled Bash celebrating America’s 250th birthday.The event continu...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:31:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1619,a-star-spangled-bash-for-america-s-250th-birthday https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1618,crickets-under-the-sunset-and-neon-lightsAs I step outside the final meeting of the day, my mind tries to process all the information it has received.The sound of my footsteps creating a soothing crunch against the gravel begins to take my f...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1618,crickets-under-the-sunset-and-neon-lights https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1617,never-too-early-or-too-lateMany families have loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, while others may have relatives who remain undiagnosed, making it important to recognize changes early and know when to se...]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:11:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1617,never-too-early-or-too-late https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1610,reno-cancels-special-council-meeting-due-to-lack-of-quorumA special meeting of the Reno City Council scheduled for Monday, June 29 was canceled after two council members became ill, leaving the council without enough members present to establish a quorum.Ite...]]> Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1610,reno-cancels-special-council-meeting-due-to-lack-of-quorum https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1609,news-digestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why a...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:21:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1609,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1602,fourth-of-july-butterflyEvery year as the Fourth of July nears, I am reminded of one of my greatest blunders as a child.Like many kids, I loved fireworks.I loved the thrill of somehow getting my hands on them and sneaking of...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1602,fourth-of-july-butterfly https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1601,camp-hope-continues-into-julyCamp Hope will continue throughout July, providing healthy meals and life-skills education to children and families in neighborhoods across Parker County.Carrie Jackson, director of Career and Adult L...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1601,camp-hope-continues-into-july https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1600,council-hears-parker-county-pua-proposalParker County Precinct 3 Commissioner Larry Walden and Jessica Brown, principal and vice president of infrastructure and engineering firm Freese and Nichols, presented a proposal Thursday, June 25 enc...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1600,council-hears-parker-county-pua-proposal https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1599,utgcd-announces-2026-rainwater-harvesting-grant-recipientsThe Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District has announced the recipients of its 2026 Rainwater Harvesting Grant Program: the Central Community Volunteer Fire Department in Weatherford, the Cit...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:42:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1599,utgcd-announces-2026-rainwater-harvesting-grant-recipients https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1598,the-starter-of-someting-goodFamilies gathered at the Springtown Legends Museum Wednesday, June 24 to learn the traditional process of making bread with sourdough starter.Museum Coordinator Amy Hedges said the 5,000-year-old prac...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:38:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1598,the-starter-of-someting-good https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1597,mayor-delivers-2026-state-of-the-city-addressThe Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce dedicated its Thursday, June 25, luncheon to Mayor Mike Kelley’s State of the City address, during which Kelley highlighted the city’s financial stability, infr...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:34:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1597,mayor-delivers-2026-state-of-the-city-address https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1589,kings-of-the-roadFather’s Day has passed and summer continues, and families across America will spend the coming weeks packing vehicles and heading down highways to visit families, national parks or amusement parks.I...]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1589,kings-of-the-road https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1572,reno-p-z-fills-seats-selects-chairpersonNewly appointed members of the Reno Planning and Zoning Commission took the oath of office during a June 15 meeting, including Place 3 member Jesse LaForest, Place 5 member Steve Streiffert, Place 6 A...]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1572,reno-p-z-fills-seats-selects-chairperson https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1571,storm-relief-concert-raises-9-545The Springtown community raised $9,545 during a Fink’s Backyard storm relief concert that occurred Sunday, May 17. The concert raised funds to provide financial assistance for residents affected by th...]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:53:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1571,storm-relief-concert-raises-9-545 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1570,come-or-go-snack-pack-program-open-to-allFirst United Methodist Church, 109 W. Third St., will continue its Snack Pack program through Aug. 5, offering free take-home snack bags every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.The program was able to e...]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1570,come-or-go-snack-pack-program-open-to-all https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1569,built-by-the-processLong before he became store director at Brookshire’s in Springtown, Kendall Jamison learned lessons about leadership, discipline and teamwork on the basketball court.Originally from Miami, Florida, Ja...]]> Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1569,built-by-the-process https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1556,springtown-prepares-for-historic-america-250-paradeSpringtown’s America 250th Celebration Parade is set for Saturday, July 4 beginning at 10 a.m. Event Coordinator Rachele Ortega said the city invites businesses, schools, churches, civic groups, veter...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1556,springtown-prepares-for-historic-america-250-parade https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1555,america-250-celebration-brings-texas-display-to-springtownIn celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission has provided a historical banner exhibit at the Springtown Public Library.The free display, available inside...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1555,america-250-celebration-brings-texas-display-to-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1554,legends-museum-lights-up-summer-with-pioneer-craftParents and children gathered at the Springtown Legends Museum Wednesday, June 10 for one of the museum’s first free educational summer activities — creating a tin punch lantern.The hands-on activity...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1554,legends-museum-lights-up-summer-with-pioneer-craft https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1553,museum-remembers-sang-kerby-a-springtown-heroIn honor of Juneteenth, coming up Friday, June 19, Springtown Legends Museum Coordinator Amy Hedges shares local unsung hero Sang Kerby’s story.Born into slavery in Kentucky, Kerby arrived in Texas wi...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:55:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1553,museum-remembers-sang-kerby-a-springtown-hero https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1550,new-world-screwworm-reaches-texas-usWith new cases of New World screwworm confirmed in a dog in Lea County, New Mexico and a goat in Gillespie County Monday, June 8, USDA officials are emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance and r...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:52:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1550,new-world-screwworm-reaches-texas-us https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1549,tri-county-amateur-radio-club-hosts-field-day-june-27-28The Tri-County Amateur Radio Club will welcome the public to its annual amateur radio Field Day June 27-28 at the Azle Fire Station, offering residents an opportunity to learn how amateur radio operat...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1549,tri-county-amateur-radio-club-hosts-field-day-june-27-28 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1548,parker-county-approves-resolution-opposing-data-centersA special Parker County Commissioner’s Court meeting was held Tuesday, June 9 during which commissioners unanimously approved a resolution formally opposing large-scale data center developments and ca...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1548,parker-county-approves-resolution-opposing-data-centers https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1543,news-digestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why as wel...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:28:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1543,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1542,springtown-to-launch-free-first-responder-camp-for-teensLocal teenagers interested in emergency services, public safety, or learning valuable life-saving skills will have an opportunity to learn directly from first responders through a new summer program o...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:25:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1542,springtown-to-launch-free-first-responder-camp-for-teens https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1541,reno-council-hears-update-on-infrastructure-effortsReno City Council received updates Monday, June 8 about several infrastructure and public safety efforts led by council member Darrin Talley.During council comments, Talley reported progress on discus...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1541,reno-council-hears-update-on-infrastructure-efforts https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1535,y-all-squad-brings-storm-relief-to-parker-county-locals“Weather weenies” — those who follow “Ryan Hall, Y’all” on social media — will want to know that the channel’s nonprofit foundation, The Y’all Squad, flew in under the radar to help a few local people...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1535,y-all-squad-brings-storm-relief-to-parker-county-locals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1534,sef-hosts-25th-annual-golf-tournament-june-11The Springtown Education Foundation will celebrate a milestone June 11 as local businesses and community supporters gather for the foundation’s 25th annual golf tournament at Cross Timbers Golf Course...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1534,sef-hosts-25th-annual-golf-tournament-june-11 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1533,the-welman-project-where-teachers-shop-for-freeCreating a welcoming and effective learning environment often requires teachers to gather classroom supplies, educational materials and creative resources before the school year begins.The Welman Proj...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:27:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1533,the-welman-project-where-teachers-shop-for-free https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1532,always-there-always-behind-the-scenesBy the end of May, Springtown Independent School District reported more than 365 backpacks with school supplies had been donated in memory of longtime educator and administrator Dale Cleveland. The do...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:22:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1532,always-there-always-behind-the-scenes https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1531,meet-the-artist-carly-haynieD-FW-based mural artist Carly Haynie was recently selected by the city of Springtown to create the downtown mural project. While the official design process is still underway, Haynie brings more than...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:19:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1531,meet-the-artist-carly-haynie https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1530,artist-brings-collaborative-vision-to-library-muralAfter her proposal was selected by the city of Springtown, mural artist Lauren Fails is spending the summer transforming the Springtown Public Library’s exterior wall into an inspirational homage to r...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:16:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1530,artist-brings-collaborative-vision-to-library-mural https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1529,summer-fun-kicks-off-with-rock-painting-at-springtown-libraryChildren and parents filled the Springtown Public Library parking lot Wednesday, June 3 for one of the library’s most popular summer activities — rock painting.The event served as an early kickoff to...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1529,summer-fun-kicks-off-with-rock-painting-at-springtown-library https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1523,news-digestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why a...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:52:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1523,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1522,tri-county-amateur-radio-club-recognized-ahead-of-june-22-28-amateur-radio-weekThe city of Springtown recognized local amateur radio operators during its city council meeting Thursday, May 28, proclaiming June 22-28 Amateur Radio Week in Springtown. During the proclamation, the...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1522,tri-county-amateur-radio-club-recognized-ahead-of-june-22-28-amateur-radio-week https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1521,locals-win-big-at-2026-ronnie-coleman-classicAfter months of strict dieting, intense training and balancing family responsibilities, local trainers at Trident Fitness Tyler Jones and Jesse Iglesias recently stepped on a bodybuilding stage for th...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1521,locals-win-big-at-2026-ronnie-coleman-classic https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1520,center-of-hope-launches-58th-jobs-for-life-cohort-june-8The Center of Hope in Weatherford will continue its 58th Jobs for Life cohort June 8 to July 29. The eight-week program is designed to help unemployed and underemployed individuals, as well as recent...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1520,center-of-hope-launches-58th-jobs-for-life-cohort-june-8 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1519,utgcd-shares-free-well-resourcesUpper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District field technician and education specialist Zane Bearden encouraged residents to take advantage of free programs and resources available to private well o...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1519,utgcd-shares-free-well-resources https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1518,sisd-summer-feeding-program-runs-june-1-25Springtown ISD will provide free breakfast and lunch throughout June as part of its Summer Feeding Program. The program is open to all children under 18 who are accompanied by an adult.No registration...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1518,sisd-summer-feeding-program-runs-june-1-25 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1516,the-state-of-the-countyParker County Judge Pat Deen and Precinct 1 Commissioner George Conley provided updates on county growth, infrastructure and ongoing projects during the Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon Th...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:33:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1516,the-state-of-the-county https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1515,council-discusses-parker-county-pua-ahead-of-june-25-presentationIn anticipation of a presentation from the Parker County Public Utility Agency at its June 25 meeting, Springtown city council discussed the city’s strong water infrastructure and the potential benefi...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:31:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1515,council-discusses-parker-county-pua-ahead-of-june-25-presentation https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1500,best-wishes-to-the-shs-class-of-2026.]]> Thu, 28 May 2026 09:50:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1500,best-wishes-to-the-shs-class-of-2026 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1499,reno-repeals-resubmits-voluntary-annexation-requestsAt its Monday, May 18 meeting, the Reno City Council voted to repeal several annexations approved in December 2025 after officials determined the annexations had been improperly completed by former Ci...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 13:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1499,reno-repeals-resubmits-voluntary-annexation-requests https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1491,still-learning-still-teaching-the-artistic-journey-of-malone-samuelsThe communities of Azle and Springtown are home to many hidden gems — residents whose life stories, talents and experiences are quietly kept within area. One of those residents is Malone Samuels, a pr...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 17:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1491,still-learning-still-teaching-the-artistic-journey-of-malone-samuels https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1490,fmcsa-art-contest-open-to-k-12-students-through-june-5 Tue, 26 May 2026 17:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1490,fmcsa-art-contest-open-to-k-12-students-through-june-5 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1489,memorial-day-ceremony-honors-gold-star-families-veteransLocals gathered at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Springtown Saturday, May 23 to honor fallen service members and veterans during Springtown’s annual Memorial Day ceremony.Mayor Mike Kelley opened the cer...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:59:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1489,memorial-day-ceremony-honors-gold-star-families-veterans https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1488,no-action-regarding-proposed-data-center Tue, 26 May 2026 16:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1488,no-action-regarding-proposed-data-center https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1487,wcsud-approves-grant-pursuit-for-future-water-plantThe Walnut Creek Special Utility District approved a proposal at its Monday, May 18 board meeting authorizing Quiddity Engineering LLC to pursue a state grant application which funds future water infr...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1487,wcsud-approves-grant-pursuit-for-future-water-plant https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1486,county-officials-encourage-wcsud-to-join-proposed-puaParker County Precinct 3 Commissioner Larry Walden, along with other Parker County officials including County Judge Pat Deen, attended the Walnut Creek Special Utility District’s Monday, May 18 board...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1486,county-officials-encourage-wcsud-to-join-proposed-pua https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1485,porcupine-magic-celebrated-at-sisd-end-of-year-staff-rallySpringtown Independent School District leaders and staff gathered Friday, May 22 in the Springtown High School auditorium to celebrate years of service, retirements and employee recognitions during th...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:52:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1485,porcupine-magic-celebrated-at-sisd-end-of-year-staff-rally https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1484,vietnam-vet-grateful-after-volunteer-storm-cleanupSpringtown Vietnam veteran David Hawkins shared his experience during the April 25 storm that generated an EF-1 tornado while expressing gratitude for the volunteers who helped clear debris from his h...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1484,vietnam-vet-grateful-after-volunteer-storm-cleanup https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1483,optimist-food-truck-park-adds-texas-style-charmThe city of Springtown has added cosmetic upgrades to Optimist Food Truck Park as part of its ongoing effort to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors attending the city’...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1483,optimist-food-truck-park-adds-texas-style-charm https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1482,news-digestNews DigestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 16:40:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1482,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1475,reno-receives-clean-2024-audit-reportThe city of Reno received a clean, unmodified opinion on its 2024 audit during the Monday, May 18 city council meeting.“We’ve been doing the city’s audit since fiscal year 2021 and I believe this is t...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1475,reno-receives-clean-2024-audit-report https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1474,springtown-woman-shares-her-experience-after-ef-1-tornado-damageLike many Springtown residents impacted by the April 25 EF-1 tornado, Tammy Patterson is continuing to struggle through the recovery process after a large pine tree crashed through her mobile home dur...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:45:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1474,springtown-woman-shares-her-experience-after-ef-1-tornado-damage https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1472,the-history-of-the-springtown-tabernacleThe Springtown Tabernacle has stood in the center of downtown for nearly nine decades and has served as a gathering place where residents hold picnics, forums, markets, elections and celebrations.Spri...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:36:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1472,the-history-of-the-springtown-tabernacle https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1471,volunteers-unite-for-community-clean-up-shred-dayResidents and volunteers gathered Saturday, May 16, for the Community Clean Up and Shred Day, spending the late morning and early afternoon tackling beautification projects across Springtown Park. The...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:34:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1471,volunteers-unite-for-community-clean-up-shred-day https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1470,sba-disaster-relief-for-homeowners-renters-businessesResidents seeking financial assistance to recover damaged homes, personal property or businesses from the April 25 EF-1 tornado and severe storms have until July 6 to apply for physical damage disaste...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1470,sba-disaster-relief-for-homeowners-renters-businesses https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1469,storm-benefit-at-fink-s-backyard-supports-recovery-effortsLocal musicians, businesses and residents came together Sunday, May 17 for a storm benefit concert at Fink’s Backyard aimed at helping families facing long-term recovery needs.The idea for the benefit...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 15:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1469,storm-benefit-at-fink-s-backyard-supports-recovery-efforts https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1447,reno-approves-short-term-financial-measuresThe Reno City Council approved two temporary measures during its Monday, May 11 meeting as officials continue addressing the city’s financial situation.After presenting the city’s current budget, Mayo...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1447,reno-approves-short-term-financial-measures https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1446,reno-council-elects-vandenberg-to-be-mayor-pro-temThe Reno City Council, during its Monday, May 12 meeting, elected Place 1 council member Kevin Vandenberg to serve as mayor pro tem following a failed nomination for Place 2 council member Jennifer Vo...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1446,reno-council-elects-vandenberg-to-be-mayor-pro-tem https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1445,encore-performanceSISD has once again earned national recognition for its commitment to music access and education to all students, receiving the 2026 Best Communities for Music Education award from The National Associ...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:35:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1445,encore-performance https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1444,sisd-names-thompson-principal-of-reno-elementarySISD has announced Candie Thompson will be the new principal of Reno Elementary School. The Springtown High School graduate will now lead her elementary alma mater after years spent building her caree...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1444,sisd-names-thompson-principal-of-reno-elementary https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1443,porcupine-academy-graduates-11-in-class-of-2026Andrew Horis, principal of Springtown Independent School District’s Porcupine Academy, led the class of 2026 graduation ceremony Monday, May 11, recognizing students for their dedication and persevera...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:30:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1443,porcupine-academy-graduates-11-in-class-of-2026 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1442,from-bangs-to-springtown-a-drive-to-give-backAs the city begins its second week to recover after the devastation of the EF-1 tornado that ripped through the area the evening of April 25, Chipster’s Grill, a west-central Texas food truck, drove t...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:27:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1442,from-bangs-to-springtown-a-drive-to-give-back https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1441,littleton-springs-elementary-remains-on-trackRepresentatives from Huckabee and CORE Construction — the architectural firm and construction company, respectively, selected to construct a new elementary school — provided the Springtown Independent...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1441,littleton-springs-elementary-remains-on-track https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1440,graduating-seniors-honored-in-ceremonySpringtown High School recognized the Class of 2026 during its annual Senior Awards Ceremony, highlighting scholarship recipients, academic achievements and postsecondary plans for graduating seniors....]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:20:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1440,graduating-seniors-honored-in-ceremony https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1439,new-ranch-technology-could-help-detect-screwworm-earlyAs the New World screwworm heads northward from Mexico to the Texas border, Ranchbot, a remote monitoring and control company for ranchers in the United States and Australia, said the use of remote mo...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 16:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1439,new-ranch-technology-could-help-detect-screwworm-early https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1438,rvs-housing-sought-for-families-displaced-by-ef-1-tornadoAs Springtown residents continue to recover from the severe storms and an EF-1 tornado that tore through the area April 25, Operation Texas Strong founder Bobby Crutsinger said the organization is see...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 15:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1438,rvs-housing-sought-for-families-displaced-by-ef-1-tornado https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1437,news-digestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why a...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 15:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1437,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1413,news-digestPlease email information about your event to info@burtnettmedia.com no later than noon Friday to be included in the following week’s paper. Be sure to include the who, what, when, where and why as wel...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 09:20:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1413,news-digest https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1412,may-29-deadline-nears-for-community-impact-grant-proposalsNonprofits and other community-based organizations have until May 29 to submit proposals for community impact grants through Texas Health Resources with up to $5 million available across nine counties...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 09:17:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1412,may-29-deadline-nears-for-community-impact-grant-proposals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1411,north-texas-churches-unite-to-deliver-storm-relief-in-springtownLegacy Church partnered with several North Texas faith-based groups during the week of May 26 to distribute meal kits to residents impacted by the EF-1 tornado that struck Springtown April 25.Working...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 09:11:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1411,north-texas-churches-unite-to-deliver-storm-relief-in-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1410,volunteers-help-clear-debris-at-covered-bridge-venueVolunteers from Springtown and other neighboring communities throughout North Texas came together Saturday, May 2, to clear debris at the Covered Bridge Venue after severe storms tore through the 150-...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 09:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1410,volunteers-help-clear-debris-at-covered-bridge-venue https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1408,what-a-jobReno resident Lynda Foley did not set out to work in the airline industry where she broke through workforce barriers and earned extensive college degrees.She originally became a hairdresser after high...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 08:50:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1408,what-a-job https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1407,local-businesses-organizations-unite-to-feed-locals-after-stormLocal food trucks, restaurants and community groups have mobilized across Springtown in the days following the recent severe weather to provide free meals throughout the week to residents, volunteers...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 08:43:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1407,local-businesses-organizations-unite-to-feed-locals-after-storm https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1405,texas-ag-commissioner-declares-agricultural-disasterTexas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has declared an agricultural disaster for Parker, Palo Pinto and Wise counties following severe storms that damaged crops, fencing, pastures and rural infrast...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 08:35:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1405,texas-ag-commissioner-declares-agricultural-disaster https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1403,pc-commissioners-discuss-debris-removal-recovery-efforts-after-stormsParker County officials said the region is unlikely to qualify for federal disaster assistance following recent severe storms, leaving local governments and nonprofit groups to lead recovery efforts.D...]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 09:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1403,pc-commissioners-discuss-debris-removal-recovery-efforts-after-storms https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1398,city-opens-relief-supply-center-following-stormThe city of Springtown has announced that its public works facility, located at 501 Martin Ave., will provide relief supplies to assist residents affected by the recent storms. Officials anticipate th...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 11:33:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1398,city-opens-relief-supply-center-following-storm https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1397,ef-1-tornado-strikes-springtownAn EF-1 tornado packing winds of 105 mph touched down in Springtown in the late evening of April 25. Residential and commercial properties were damaged, and debris — largely from extensive tree destru...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1397,ef-1-tornado-strikes-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1396,abbott-declares-disaster-in-3-ntx-counties-after-stormsGov. Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for Parker, Lamar, and Wise counties Wednesday, April 28, in response to the severe weather that occurred over the past weekend and continues to move...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:28:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1396,abbott-declares-disaster-in-3-ntx-counties-after-storms https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1395,brookshire-s-extends-ice-donations-to-springtown-residents-following-tornadoBrookshire’s, located at 501 E. Highway 199, continues its support for the Springtown community following storms and an EF-1 tornado that moved through the area Saturday evening, April 25.The grocer w...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1395,brookshire-s-extends-ice-donations-to-springtown-residents-following-tornado