Weatherford Democrat

02/14/2025

Angel Morales is currently wanted for capital murder after a shooting in Hood County Wednesday, per Texas DPS. Morales was last known to live in Palmer, Texas. Morales is considered to be armed and dangerous. If seen contact local law enforcement.

Crime Stoppers will award up to $1,000 for tips leading to Morales’ arrest. Tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at (972) 937-PAYS or https://gov.texas.gov/organization/crime-stoppers/homepage.

02/14/2025

Brock’s playoff game details 👇🏼👇🏼

🏀 Playoff Info (Bi-District) 🏀

📅 Monday, Feb 17
⏰ 6pm
📍 Stamford High School

Brock (26-8)
Levelland (16-19)

Come out and support your Eagles!!

02/14/2025

Win and we're in.

District Tie Breaker 🏀 Game!
Garner (Home) vs Newcastle (Away)
📅Friday, February 14th
🕖6:00pm
📍Bryson High School

Winner advances to the UIL Playoffs!

02/14/2025

Graford announces its bi-district round matchup 👇👇👇

02/14/2025

02/14/2025

In the other area playoff game, the Gordon Lady Longhorns drop a heartbreaker to Aspermont, 43-42.

Per Gordon AD Mike Reed

The loss ends their season with a 23-12 record and bi-district title.

Congratulations to head coach Benita Carlton and the Lady Longhorns on a great season🙌

Gordon Longhorn Athletics

02/14/2025

🏆 Area Champs 🏆

The Aledo Ladycats advance to the regional tournament after a convincing 46-24 win over Mansfield Timberview🙌🏽

This is the program’s first appearance in the regional tourney since 2015. They’ll play the winner of Tascosa/Chapin.

Read more about the win and hear from head coach Donny Ott, guard Elizabeth Griffin and forward Tiara Butler in Saturday’s edition.

Aledo Independent School District

02/14/2025

From North Crowley High School, the Aledo Ladycats will try to keep their playoff run going with an area round matchup against Mansfield Timberview.

Aledo Ladycats (22-11) vs Mansfield Timberview Lady Wolves (20-15)

Aledo took the first meeting, 43-41, between the two teams back on Nov. 12, 2024.

Aledo Independent School District

For LIVE score updates, go to the COMMENTS SECTION DOWN BELOW (view our replies). 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

02/13/2025

Millsap Tennis doesn't let anything stop them from winning medals🥇

02/13/2025

The second round of the girls basketball playoffs get underway tonight with a pair of matchups:

1A-Region II Area Championship (Thursday, Feb. 13)
Gordon vs Aspermont
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
📍 Jim Ned High School

5A-Div. I Region I Area Championship (Thursday, Feb. 13)
Aledo Ladycats vs Mansfield Timberview Lady Wolves
⏰ Time: 6:30 p.m.
📍 North Crowley High School

Gordon Longhorn Athletics
Aledo Independent School District

We'll be at North Crowley High School for the Ladycats game so stay tuned for live coverage later tonight.

02/13/2025

The City of Weatherford is pleased to announce the promotion of Eric Shumar to Director of Municipal and Community Services, effective immediately.

Shumar has been a dedicated member of the City of Weatherford team since 2019, initially serving as Operations Manager for the Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter before advancing to Assistant Director of Municipal and Community Services in 2021. In his new role, he will oversee the Animal Shelter as well as the Solid Waste and Recycling Department, ensuring high-quality services for the community.

"We are excited to have Eric step into this greater leadership role," said City Manager James Hotopp. "His experience, dedication, and commitment to service make him an excellent fit to guide our Municipal and Community Services team. We look forward to the positive impact he will continue to have on our city and residents."

Shumar holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Business from Colorado State University. He is a member of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) and a Certified Manager of Collection Systems. Additionally, he is a certified Animal Control Officer through the state of Texas. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Shumar is actively involved in the Weatherford and Parker County communities, including his service on the Peaster ISD Education Foundation.

"I’m honored and grateful for this opportunity and excited for the new challenges ahead. This achievement reflects our collective efforts, and I look forward to embracing new responsibilities and contributing even more to our team's success,” said Shumar.

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02/13/2025

Lady Longhorns Area playoff matchup details below👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

Area playoff game info
1A-Division 2 - Region 2

Gordon Lady Horns
🆚Aspermont Lady Hornets
●Thurs. February 13th
● 6:30 pm
●Jim Ned High School
Tuscola, TX
●Gate: $5 adults/$3 students
All passes accepted
🎟️Tickets are online only:
https://www.jimned.esc14.net/page/Tickets
●Gordon will be home team

LADY LONGHORNS ARE ON TO THE NEXT ROUND!!!
Come out to Jim Ned this Thursday to cheer on our Lady Horns!!

🤘🏽🏀✨ 🤘🏽🏀✨ 🤘🏽🏀✨ 🤘🏽

02/13/2025

Poolville's bi-district playoff game details 👇👇👇

BASKETBALL INFORMATION

Date: 2-18-25

Time: 6:00 PM

Place: Midlothian HS
100 Walter Stephenson RD.
Midlothian, TX 76065

Poolville vs Waco Meyer
Poolville Home Team
Tickets $6.00 Adult & $4.00 Student

Passes: District 11 & 12, TABC, THSCA, TGCA, TCA

02/13/2025

Confirmed by Aledo head coach Brian Blackburn:

5A-Region I Bi-District Championship (Tuesday, Feb. 18)

Denton vs Aledo
Time: 7 p.m.
📍 Keller Central High School

Aledo Independent School District

02/13/2025

🎟 punched

Weatherford make back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time in 17 years.

Check out Saturday's edition to read about the program's journey throughout the season and a preview of their opening playoff game vs Southlake.

Weatherford Athletics