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  • Peaster concert to raise money for Senior Center

    The Weatherford Democrat – Fri Dec 4, 5:40 am ET  

    It will be the second year for the Western Swing Concert at The Church in Peaster, but a first for the performance to raise money for the Parker County Senior Center. Full Story »

  • Performers highlighted at Christmas on the Square

    The Weatherford Democrat – Fri Dec 4, 5:40 am ET  

    Saturday’s Christmas on the Square in downtown Weatherford will feature numerous performances by local singers and dancers. Full Story »

  • Local Bikers ride in parade for needy kids

    The Weatherford Democrat – Thu Dec 3, 5:40 am ET  

    WEATHERFORD — Local motorcyclists will be coming together for the ninth annual Parker County Toy Run Saturday, Dec. 12. Full Story »

  • Not many weather-related wrecks

    The Weatherford Democrat – Thu Dec 3, 5:40 am ET  

    Weatherford police responded to several accidents during the snowy weather Wednesday morning, but Cpl. Wendy Field said it was a below average day taking the weather into consideration. Full Story »

  • More snow?

    The Weatherford Democrat – Thu Dec 3, 5:40 am ET  

    The dusting of snow that greeted Weatherford residents Wednesday morning may be repeated Friday. Full Story »

  • Local man arrested in stabbing

    The Weatherford Democrat – Thu Dec 3, 5:40 am ET  

    Joshua Ryan Gause, 25, of Weatherford was arrested early Wednesday morning in connection with the stabbing of his roommate. Full Story »

  • Fourth victim dies

    The Weatherford Democrat – Wed Dec 2, 11:25 am ET  

    An elderly northeast Kansas woman has died from injuries in a weekend shooting that also claimed her granddaughter and two great-granddaughters.Kansas’ attorney general announced on Wednesday the death of 89-year-old Dorothy Wight of Osage County. Full Story »

  • Surprise snowfall hits Weatherford

    The Weatherford Democrat – Wed Dec 2, 5:40 am ET  

    The slight chance of snow forecast Tuesday turned into a reality Wednesday morning as a light dusting of the white stuff greeted Weatherford residents. Full Story »

  • County to benefit from state funding

    The Weatherford Democrat – Wed Dec 2, 5:40 am ET  

    AUSTIN - Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) announced Tuesday Texas Transportation Commission has approved two new highway projects significantly impacting Parker County. Full Story »

  • Santa set for W’ford appearances

    The Weatherford Democrat – Wed Dec 2, 5:40 am ET  

    WEATHERFORD - Santa is making a stop in downtown Weatherford. In fact, he’ll be stopping by three times between now and Christmas. Full Story »

  • Ready. Aim. File.

    The Weatherford Democrat – Wed Dec 2, 5:40 am ET  

    Local politicians and wanna-be office holders may make their election wishes official as filing for spots in the March 2 party primary ballots opens Thursday. Full Story »

  • Community in shock

    The Weatherford Democrat – Tue Dec 1, 8:55 am ET  

    Information is still forthcoming as members of the community begin to deal with the shock of the deaths of former Weatherford residents 44-year-old Karen Kahler, and daughters, 18-year-old Emily and 16-year-old Lauren. Full Story »

  • New utility rates for Aledo

    The Weatherford Democrat – Tue Dec 1, 8:55 am ET  

    After holding three separate public hearings, Aledo City Council voted last night in a special agenda meeting on new water and sewer rates and approved a wastewater master plan designed by Freese and Nichols. Full Story »

  • Chilly, wet forecast for next few days

    The Weatherford Democrat – Tue Dec 1, 5:40 am ET  

    Chilly fall weather and rain is in the offing for the next couple of days as a cool front dips into North Texas. Full Story »

  • Businesses thank community through a ‘Classic Christmas’

    The Weatherford Democrat – Tue Dec 1, 5:40 am ET  

    Since 1988, Christmas on the Square has been celebrated as a way for businesses to give back to the community. Full Story »

  • Kahler accused of triple murder

    The Weatherford Democrat – Mon Nov 30, 9:40 am ET  

    Kraig Kahler, the former head of Weatherford’s municipal utilities department, is in custody in Kansas following the shooting deaths of his wife and two children Saturday. Full Story »

  • Holiday events set

    The Weatherford Democrat – Mon Nov 30, 9:40 am ET  

    As November winds down, Christmas events are piling up around Parker County. Full Story »

  • CASA hosts Breakfast with Santa

    The Weatherford Democrat – Mon Nov 30, 9:25 am ET  

    WEATHERFORD — CASA of Parker County is hosting its fourth annual Breakfast With Santa Saturday at Central Christian Church. Full Story »

  • Weatherford Police Department kicks off annual Angel Tree

    The Weatherford Democrat – Sun Nov 29, 5:55 am ET  

    WEATHERFORD — A lot of Parker County children will wake up Christmas morning and see gifts under their trees, thanks to generous community members filled with the giving spirit. Full Story »

  • City and downtown partner to bring Weatherford “Home for the Holidays”

    The Weatherford Democrat – Sun Nov 29, 5:55 am ET  

    WEATHERFORD — The City of Weatherford Main Street Program is partnering with historic downtown merchants and businesses to launch the first annual “Home for the Holidays: Shop and Experience Historic Downtown Weatherford.” Full Story »

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