Hood County News

Hood County News is a newspaper in the United States that publishes twice a week for the residents of Granbury and Hood County, Texas. It has its roots in the Granbury Vidette, which was established around 1884 by Ashley W. Crockett. Over the years, it has evolved through various mergers, ownership changes, and name updates. The newspaper took on its present form in November 1970 when it came under the ownership of Hood County News, Incorporated.

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City’s 2024 annual financial report reveals no issues, clean audit opinion

1 month ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 3/28/25The city of Granbury is continuing to receive high marks regarding its financial management — and it’s all highlighted in the latest Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This item is available in full to subscribers.
Hood County YMCA faces uncertainty as lease negotiations continue

1 month ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 3/27/25The future of the Hood County YMCA is currently hanging in the balance as county officials continue with lease negotiations — a process that has been ongoing for almost a year. In April …This item is available in full to subscribers.
MCJROTC students receive Certificates of Congratulations from U.S. Rep. Roger Williams

1 month ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 2/28/25Two Granbury High School students received an honor like never before Tuesday, when they were presented with a Certificate of Congratulations from none other than U.S. Rep. Roger Williams. James …This item is available in full to subscribers.
Stay alert: Sign up for CERT

1 month ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 2/28/25Hood County’s Community Emergency Response Team — otherwise known as CERT — is hosting a free emergency preparedness basic training class March 28-29 and April 4-5. This item is available in full to subscribers.
Granbury swim season ends with quintet at state

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Rick Mauch

Granbury swim season ends with quintet at stateTwo seniors finish competing at highest levelBy RICK MAUCH, Special to the Hood County NewsPosted 2/27/25As has become the norm, Granbury was once again well represented at the Class 5A State Swim Meet. Five competitors from the Lady Pirates were among the field at Lee & Joe Jamail Texas Swimming …
Indians one win away from state again

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Rick Mauch

Indians one win away from state againChasing third straight titleBy RICK MAUCH, Special to the Hood County NewsPosted 2/27/25Lipan Indians basketball fans have gotten used to doing some traveling this time of year and 2025 is no different. For a 10th consecutive season the team reached at least the third round of the …
GISD renews auditing contract with Snow Garrett Williams; potential auditor change in fall

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 2/27/25The Granbury Independent School District voted 6:1 to renew its auditing engagement with Snow Garrett Williams for the 2024-25 school year. This item is available in full to subscribers.
City applies for $18 million loan to fund Highway 377 utility line relocation

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

Posted 2/27/25The city of Granbury has already completed the first steps in getting water, sewer and electrical lines relocated on U.S. Highway 377 and State Highway 144 — but now the city needs to secure funding for the project. This item is available in full to subscribers.
Lady Indians’ run ends in state semis

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Rick Mauch

Lady Indians’ run ends in state semisBy RICK MAUCH, Special to the Hood County NewsPosted 2/27/25The Lipan Lady Indians’ magical turnaround came to an end in the Class 2A Division II state semifinals with a 70-49 loss to Farwell Monday, Feb. 24 at Abilene Christian University. Lipan …
GISD shares CTE’s statistics of success

2 months ago | hcnews.com | Ashley Terry

CTE, which stands for Career and Technical Education, is a program offered by GISD that teaches students a wide range of skills and knowledge they can use for different careers.