Granbury saw a busy weekend of community events and local government actions that affect residents across the city.
In District 3‑6A football, the Granbury Pirates fell short after the Arlington Lamar Vikings built a 21‑point lead in the first half of the Friday, Oct. 30 game in Arlington. The early scoring gap proved decisive, and the Pirates could not recover in the second half.
Entrepreneurial flavor entered downtown when Shad and Katie Turner celebrated eight months of popping and flavoring corn at their store located at 1509 W. Pearl St. The couple’s popcorn shop has become a local snack spot, offering a variety of seasoned kernels to passersby.
Community service was highlighted at the Hood County Senior Center, where 79‑year‑old Diane Jackson received praise from civic leaders for her organization and dedication as a volunteer. Leaders noted her long‑standing commitment to seniors in the area.
The Granbury Association of Realtors teamed up with DT Roofing for the ninth consecutive year to collect food donations. Together they gathered 4,179 items for nine local food pantries, marking a continued effort to combat hunger in the region.
On the fiscal side, the Hood County Commissioners Court approved budget expenditures exceeding $1.7 million for fiscal years 2025‑26 and 2026‑27. The approval covers a range of county services, though the specific allocations were not detailed in the report.
Meanwhile, the Granbury City Council voted 3‑2 in favor of a proposal for a Casey’s convenience store location. The narrow majority indicates council support for the new retail development, though further details about the site were not provided.
What’s next? Residents can look forward to the upcoming Granbury Pirates football season, continue supporting the local popcorn shop, and stay informed about the Casey’s store development as the city council moves forward with permitting. The senior center will honor volunteers like Diane Jackson at its next event, and the annual food‑pantry drive will begin again later this year.
Sources: southtexasnews.com
