https://www.theazlenews.com/author/1,ashley-terry en Fri, 08 May 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1674,it-s-all-about-safetyEditor’s note: This story ran in the Eagle Mountain Lake special section produced by The Azle News and Springtown Epigraph in February. With boating season upon us, we are running it again in the inte...]]> Fri, 08 May 2026 15:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1674,it-s-all-about-safety https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1661,from-sidelines-to-bylinesEddy Prather never imagined retirement would place him right back on the sidelines, but this former coach is proving you don’t always have to stray far from where your passion truly lies.Since June 20...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 10:05:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1661,from-sidelines-to-bylines https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1660,from-2-way-service-roads-to-high-tech-to-the-appalachian-trailWhen Patrick Bovea and his wife Machele moved to Azle in 1994, no one knew a horse pasture on the west side of Boyd Road would become a Walmart one day, or that the Texas Department of Transportation...]]> Tue, 05 May 2026 09:59:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1660,from-2-way-service-roads-to-high-tech-to-the-appalachian-trail https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1644,dishin-out-improvementsThree elementary campuses at the Azle Independent School District are now serving up faster, more efficient cafeteria service with new lunch line upgrades at Silver Creek, Hoover and Eagle Heights ele...]]> Sat, 02 May 2026 11:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1644,dishin-out-improvements https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1642,in-sad-shapePelican Bay is hitting the brakes on unreliable vehicles, with officials already starting the process to replace the city’s aging police and animal control fleet.Brad Anderson, chief of police for Pel...]]> Sat, 02 May 2026 11:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1642,in-sad-shape https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1620,the-final-call-for-chief-hall“Chief Hall, thank you for everything you’ve given, for who you are and for the legacy you leave behind. On behalf of dispatch and the entire department, you will be missed. You’re officially 10-42.”W...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:53:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1620,the-final-call-for-chief-hall https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1619,bay-council-approves-transition-to-smart-water-meters-increases-deposit-feePelican Bay residents will start to see some new technology making its way to up-and-coming developments after city council members voted unanimously April 13 to convert 10 mechanical water meters to...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:51:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1619,bay-council-approves-transition-to-smart-water-meters-increases-deposit-fee https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1618,there-is-a-place-for-you-hereIt can seem rather intimidating to visit a church you’ve never been to before — even more so if you’re new to the area — but the Azle Church of Christ has come up with a way to make that experience a...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:48:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1618,there-is-a-place-for-you-here https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1616,a-golden-opportunity-to-serveWith our busy lives, it’s not always easy to find the time to volunteer — but what if we could give back to our community without having to leave our home?JustServe, a free, user-friendly website and...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:45:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1616,a-golden-opportunity-to-serve https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1615,it-will-not-be-the-sameMost city managers never get the chance to see their name on a street sign, but for Tom Muir, this sweet gesture served as a sign — literally — of just how much he means to the city of Azle.During Mui...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:40:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1615,it-will-not-be-the-same https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1611,azle-back-to-normal-after-weekend-storm-rocks-nearby-communitiesNorth Texas communities are reeling from the effects of a severe storm this past weekend that left six people injured and two dead, including one in Springtown and another in Runaway Bay.According to...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1611,azle-back-to-normal-after-weekend-storm-rocks-nearby-communities https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1609,election-day-is-may-2-for-azle-pelican-bay-renoVoters in the cities of Azle, Pelican Bay and Reno will be tasked with casting their ballots for the general election Saturday, May 2.AZLEAzle’s general election was canceled as each candidate was uno...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1609,election-day-is-may-2-for-azle-pelican-bay-reno https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1608,former-ahs-special-education-teacher-arrested-after-alleged-assault-on-studentA former special education teacher at Azle High School has been arrested and charged with assault of a disabled student.According to a statement from Azle Independent School District that was sent to...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1608,former-ahs-special-education-teacher-arrested-after-alleged-assault-on-student https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1607,walnut-creek-sud-director-charged-with-filing-false-child-abuse-reportA board member and director of Walnut Creek’s Special Utility District is now facing a state jail felony charge in violation of the Texas Family Code Section 261.107.Stephen James Rorai II, 43, of Spr...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1607,walnut-creek-sud-director-charged-with-filing-false-child-abuse-report https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1598,guns-golf-and-getaways-oh-myThose who enjoy golfing, guns and wine will soon have a “shot” at experiencing all three — though not at the same time.During the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon April 7, President Chris Wynn a...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:33:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1598,guns-golf-and-getaways-oh-my https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1596,it-s-all-about-the-lordIt’s almost the “merry, merry month of May,” which means warmer weather, blooming flowers and a special day dedicated to unity and faith.This day, known as the National Day of Prayer, is recognized on...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:28:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1596,it-s-all-about-the-lord https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1595,near-misses-lead-to-quick-fixesParents will no longer be able to drop off or pick up their children using the east shoulder of Boyd Road, following the adoption of a new ordinance by Azle City Council April 7.During Ben Hall’s last...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1595,near-misses-lead-to-quick-fixes https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1593,aisd-staff-climate-survey-reveals-predominantly-positive-resultsThe results from Azle Independent School District’s Instructional Staff Climate Survey are in, with findings showing a mostly positive response from staff while also revealing specific areas for impro...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:23:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1593,aisd-staff-climate-survey-reveals-predominantly-positive-results https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1592,q-a-candidate-forumThe May general election is almost here, with five candidates vying for their spot on the Pelican Bay City Council.Contested positions on the ballot include mayor and Place 2, with Place 1 only having...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:59:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1592,q-a-candidate-forum https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1567,god-led-us-it-s-all-himAt 90 years old, many grandmothers and great-grandmothers would prefer to slow down and read a nice book — but Georgia Lamont would rather write one.The Legacy Oaks of Azle resident recently published...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:43:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1567,god-led-us-it-s-all-him https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1558,cool-for-the-summerShady Grove Park is now living up to its name with the recent installation of metal shade structures over the area’s picnic tables — a change that was made just in time for the Texas summer heat.Const...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:19:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1558,cool-for-the-summer https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1557,early-voting-begins-april-20-in-pelican-bay-council-raceEarly voting is just around the corner for local races, as voters gear up to cast their ballots starting April 20 in two contested Pelican Bay City Council races.Five candidates are seeking either ele...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:16:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1557,early-voting-begins-april-20-in-pelican-bay-council-race https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1554,mayor-goode-declares-april-sexual-assault-awareness-monthAzle Mayor Randa Goode showed solidarity for a nationwide campaign during an Azle City Council meeting April 7, when she issued a proclamation declaring the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:04:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1554,mayor-goode-declares-april-sexual-assault-awareness-month https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1532,here-we-go-egg-ainThis year’s Azle Easter Eggstravaganza didn’t “eggactly” go according to plan, but there was still a “hoppy” ending for every egg hunter in attendance.For the second year in a row, the annual egg hunt...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:10:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1532,here-we-go-egg-ain https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1517,aisd-board-buckles-up-for-costly-bus-seat-belt-mandateSchool districts across the state of Texas are bracing for a costly ride under a new school bus safety requirement — and Azle Independent School District is one of them.In June 2025, Texas Senate Bill...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:52:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1517,aisd-board-buckles-up-for-costly-bus-seat-belt-mandate https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1516,aisd-responds-to-state-denial-of-teacher-incentive-allotment-designationsSixty teachers at Azle Independent School District will not receive new or higher bonuses this year following the state’s denial of the district’s Teacher Incentive Allotment designations.Since the 20...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1516,aisd-responds-to-state-denial-of-teacher-incentive-allotment-designations https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1515,i-wanted-to-spark-changeChelsea Paden has officially traded in her lesson plans for leadership plans, as the former instructional coach at Santo J. Forte Junior High School is now settling into her new position as seventh-gr...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1515,i-wanted-to-spark-change https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1514,help-keep-our-city-beautifulNothing says “community” like neighbors coming together to clean up their city — and that’s exactly what Azle’s Cleanup Day aims to accomplish.As part of Azle’s Keep Texas Beautiful efforts, Mayor Ran...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:34:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1514,help-keep-our-city-beautiful https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1511,a-legacy-of-clowning-aroundThe Cottage looked like a scene straight out of the children’s television show, “The Big Comfy Couch” March 24 when Legacy Oaks of Azle resident Susan Mayberry showed fellow residents what it truly me...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:10:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1511,a-legacy-of-clowning-around https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1510,a-slice-of-appreciationNo matter which way you slice it, the Azle Police Department is always there on the front lines to serve the community — a dedication that was recently recognized in the cheesiest way.On Wednesday, Ma...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:04:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1510,a-slice-of-appreciation https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1492,building-community-togetherServolution Network’s Good Neighbors Spring Blitz is just around the corner — and with it comes a brand-new milestone: the nonprofit organization’s 400th home restoration.In a two-day event Friday, Ap...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1492,building-community-together https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1490,aisd-near-market-average-in-staff-teacher-compensationAzle Independent School District is right on track with its compensation plan, measuring close to market averages for both staff and teachers — but officials are now considering raises in order to sta...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1490,aisd-near-market-average-in-staff-teacher-compensation https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1489,this-is-where-god-wants-meSanto J. Forte Junior High School’s Annie Pinion may have accepted a new job, but she won’t be straying too far from the Hornets’ nest.Pinion — who served as the seventh-grade assistant principal at F...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:24:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1489,this-is-where-god-wants-me https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1466,holt-takes-oath-as-bay-municipal-judge.]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:06:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1466,holt-takes-oath-as-bay-municipal-judge https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1465,he-loved-his-countryNot many Azle High School students can say their last name is forever etched on a U.S. Navy ship — but 15-year-old Emily Cafferata can.In a two-day ceremony March 6-7, Cafferata joined her aunt, Jessi...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:54:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1465,he-loved-his-country https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1463,eggstra-eggstraIf any organization knows how to host an “eggciting” Easter egg hunt, it’s the Azle Police Officer’s Association.After last year’s inaugural Easter event got rained out, members decided to “crack” int...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:45:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1463,eggstra-eggstra https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1461,crystal-clarity-leads-to-rock-solid-careerAfter leaving the corporate world and saying goodbye to her career as an accountant, Tammy Brugger has no plans to take her newly created business — and passion — for “granite” anytime soon.Brugger —...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:38:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1461,crystal-clarity-leads-to-rock-solid-career https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1459,city-of-azle-adopts-sex-offender-residency-ordinanceAfter first broaching the idea back in January, members of the Azle City Council have officially adopted an ordinance that will restrict registered sex offenders from living within 1,000 feet of where...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1459,city-of-azle-adopts-sex-offender-residency-ordinance https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1458,bay-council-raises-front-yard-fence-height-limit-to-4-feetPelican Bay residents will need to adhere to new fencing requirements in their front yards — at least those who plan to replace their existing fences or install new ones.During the last Pelican Bay Ci...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:28:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1458,bay-council-raises-front-yard-fence-height-limit-to-4-feet https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1457,big-gains-lead-to-big-resultsStudents in Azle Independent School District are making history in terms of their academic success, with every grade level now outperforming the nation in math, reading and science — a first for the d...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1457,big-gains-lead-to-big-results https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1438,show-and-tell-rings-the-bellIf you think Azle High School is busy during a typical evening of after-school activities, you haven’t seen anything like the district’s biennial Showcase March 12.Even at 5 p.m. — before the event of...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:35:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1438,show-and-tell-rings-the-bell https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1437,news-digestVirtual Bible study underwayEagle Mountain Pregnancy Help Center invites the public to join its Foundation For Life Cohort, a free seven-week virtual Bible study. Virtual classes will be held from noo...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1437,news-digest https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1436,full-force-full-heartEditor’s note: A story in the March 11 edition of The Azle News quoted Police Chief Ben Hall correctly when he told the Azle City Council “We even had an elderly couple who went for a drive, and we we...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:23:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1436,full-force-full-heart https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1435,4-ahs-seniors-honored-at-march-rotary-meetingAzle High School seniors Brianna Ayala, Sean Ollan Crager, Wyatt Jackson and Keagan Stuart were recognized for their academic excellence and extracurricular activities during the Rotary Club of Azle m...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1435,4-ahs-seniors-honored-at-march-rotary-meeting https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1434,texas-health-identifies-azle-as-high-need-communityAzle nonprofit organizations will soon be able to band together and develop innovative solutions to the city’s most pressing health concerns — ideas that could become reality through grant funding fro...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:16:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1434,texas-health-identifies-azle-as-high-need-community https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1433,bay-announces-candidates-for-mayor-council-in-may-electionThe candidate filing period has officially closed for Pelican Bay City Council, with five candidates seeking election or re-election to the positions of mayor, Place 1 and Place 2 this May.Mayor Tamra...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:15:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1433,bay-announces-candidates-for-mayor-council-in-may-election https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1432,it-s-absolutely-asinineThe Azle Independent School District could be facing a revenue loss in the form of millions of dollars within the next couple of years — a move that’s contingent on how property values will be assesse...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1432,it-s-absolutely-asinine https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1415,all-fired-upThe rainy weather may not have been ideal Saturday afternoon, but it didn’t stop grillmasters from showing up to cook some of the most delicious steaks and hot dogs at the Rotary Club of Azle’s third...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:22:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1415,all-fired-up https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1414,protecting-with-a-purposeFrom locating an elderly couple to rescuing a malnourished dog named Bella, Azle’s police and animal control divisions put the “serve” in service in 2025.At the Azle City Council meeting Feb. 17, Chie...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:15:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1414,protecting-with-a-purpose https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1413,eureka-they-ve-got-itSome of Azle Independent School District’s brightest are proving that when it comes to science, they don’t just talk the talk; they walk the walk — and then some.After being declared the science fair...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:13:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1413,eureka-they-ve-got-it https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1412,teaching-for-tomorrowAzle High School will soon offer juniors and seniors a new option for learning: hybrid instruction.During the Azle Independent School District board of trustees meeting Feb. 23, Director of Secondary...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:10:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1412,teaching-for-tomorrow https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1411,off-to-the-racesAfter more than five years of construction, the Lake Worth bridge project is picking up momentum, with drivers expected to shift onto the new main lanes as soon as this week.Brady Wright, project mana...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:08:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1411,off-to-the-races https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1410,azle-city-council-cancels-may-general-electionOn the heels of Azle Independent School District canceling its May general election, the city of Azle followed suit with its own cancelation during a regular Azle City Council meeting March 3.As the f...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:04:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1410,azle-city-council-cancels-may-general-election https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1388,prom-misses-to-promisesWhoever said senior citizens are too old for prom has clearly never seen a second-chance dance quite like the Forever Young Senior Prom held at Legacy Oaks of Azle Feb. 26.As the afternoon festivities...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1388,prom-misses-to-promises https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1386,the-write-timeWhile it normally doesn’t take authors a full 45 years to write a novel, David Perkins is proving that when it comes to Texas, everything truly is bigger — even the writing process.Perkins, an Azle na...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:56:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1386,the-write-time https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1385,bffs-to-beauty-queensBest friends always share a little bit of everything — from makeup to secrets and, of course, crushes — but now, two Azle High School seniors are sharing something even bigger: pageant titles.Lillee M...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:54:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1385,bffs-to-beauty-queens https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1384,we-re-not-set-up-for-thatThe normally near-vacant council chambers at Pelican Bay City Hall was nearly filled to capacity Feb. 10 as residents showed up in droves to protest the approval of a special use permit to convert a r...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:51:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1384,we-re-not-set-up-for-that https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1383,raising-the-steaksThe Rotary Club of Azle will be turning up the heat once again for its third annual steak cookoff beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 7, at Lakeside Plaza, 8401 Jacksboro Highway in Lakeside.For the...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:05:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1383,raising-the-steaks https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1382,peach-perfectFor the first time in 24 years, Parker County has renewed its own symbol of “I do” after it unveiled an updated marriage license showcasing the county’s rich culture at the Parker County Commissioners...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:58:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1382,peach-perfect https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1381,living-with-purposeThe Azle Senior Activity Center is coming in hot with a new vision for 2026 — proving the facility is “more than just a senior center.”At the heart of that vision is Amanda Scott, the center’s special...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:53:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1381,living-with-purpose https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1380,aisd-trustees-unanimously-decline-sb-11-prayer-policyAzle Independent School District is aligning with many other school districts across the state after trustees voted against adopting a separate prayer policy during its Feb. 23 board meeting.The vote...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:52:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1380,aisd-trustees-unanimously-decline-sb-11-prayer-policy https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1379,azle-isd-cancels-may-electionAzle Independent School District has voted to formally cancel its May trustee election, as both incumbents will be running unopposed.During the AISD board of trustees meeting Feb. 23, Superintendent T...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:48:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1379,azle-isd-cancels-may-election https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1357,all-in-the-familyGlitter was sparkling and dresses were twirling during Azle’s annual Ties and Tiaras dance Feb. 21 — but this year, the lights were twinkling just a tad brighter in celebration of all the newcomers to...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:54:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1357,all-in-the-family https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1356,a-legacy-of-loveA shining light in the Azle and Springtown communities earned her wings this month — leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and overwhelming generosity in her wake.Azle resident Hannah Baker, 29, p...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:49:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1356,a-legacy-of-love https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1355,a-love-that-became-a-lifetimeThey say when you meet “the one,” you’ll know. For Harold Ray Wright, that moment came as soon as he saw a freshman walking up the gym steps at Azle Junior High — then Azle High School — even if she h...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:39:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1355,a-love-that-became-a-lifetime https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1354,a-long-pine-comingAfter seven years of delays, 57 new homes are now close to “taking root” in Pelican Bay’s up-and-coming subdivision, Pine Cone Meadows.On Feb. 10, Pelican Bay City Council members celebrated with chee...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:36:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1354,a-long-pine-coming https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1353,a-promise-of-re-leafCommunity Waste Disposal is officially turning over a new leaf with Azle residents, as plans have now been put in place to efficiently tackle the next surge of leaves this fall — just in case another...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:32:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1353,a-promise-of-re-leaf https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1352,bay-welcomes-new-city-marshal-appoints-municipal-judgeAfter reeling from the loss of two integral city figures the past couple of months, Pelican Bay has now appointed replacements for both roles — city marshal and municipal court judge.CITY MARSHALPelic...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1352,bay-welcomes-new-city-marshal-appoints-municipal-judge https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1351,food-for-thoughtAzle City Council members received a large helping of information Feb. 3, when Community and Marketing Specialist Kristen Pegues announced the city will need to update its food truck ordinance within...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:27:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1351,food-for-thought https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1350,two-texas-health-clinics-to-transition-to-palm-primary-care-march-1Patients with Texas Health Family Care and Texas Health Internal Medicine will soon see the effects of two brand-new changes — both in ownership and name — starting Sunday, March 1.According to a lett...]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:24:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1350,two-texas-health-clinics-to-transition-to-palm-primary-care-march-1 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1339,a-blessed-yesFor many with disabilities, life is a revolving door of “NOs” — but for one special event every year, it’s all about the word “YES.”On Friday evening Feb. 13, teens and adults from all over the area d...]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:02:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1339,a-blessed-yes https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1338,plot-twist-azle-library-s-2025-stats-reveal-print-books-are-bound-to-lastWhile e-readers like the Kindle and Nook may still be on the rise for tech-savvy book lovers eager to get their “Fourth Wing” or “Harry Potter” fix, recent statistics from the Azle Memorial Library pr...]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1338,plot-twist-azle-library-s-2025-stats-reveal-print-books-are-bound-to-last https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1337,rotary-honors-four-ahs-seniors-at-february-meetingAzle High School seniors Brandon Zhao, Azucena Neri, Mariposa Montes and Lorena Ortiz were the special guests at a Rotary Club of Azle weekly meeting Feb. 5.BRANDON ZHAOBrandon Zhao, the son of Stepha...]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:57:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1337,rotary-honors-four-ahs-seniors-at-february-meeting https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1336,forever-youngLegacy Oaks of Azle is giving a brand-new meaning to the phrase “senior prom.”For the first time ever, senior citizens from all across the Azle area will be invited to attend LOOA’s Forever Young Seni...]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:55:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1336,forever-young https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1330,it-s-all-about-safetyBoaters and water crafters who frequent Eagle Mountain Lake will have to pay a bit more attention to how close they get to the shoreline, docks and other boats this summer.Lt. Chris Akers and Sgt. Ric...]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:10:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1330,it-s-all-about-safety https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1329,52-years-through-and-still-more-to-doRobert “Alan” Thomas may have been “making waves” at Tarrant Regional Water District since he was 17 years old, but now, this deputy general manager is ready to “tap” out from his 52-year career.Thoma...]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:07:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1329,52-years-through-and-still-more-to-do https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1319,struttin-for-strengthAzle High School fashion students were dressed to the nines and struttin’ with confidence Saturday, Feb. 7, as the third annual Hope’s Bazaar Fashion Show kicked off with both flair and purpose.Every...]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:13:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1319,struttin-for-strength https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1315,udderly-adorableAzle resident Jamie Torgesen may not consider herself to be a tried-and-true country gal, but she knew enough to know that the birth of five Nigerian dwarf goats was nothing to “kid” about.While the e...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:28:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1315,udderly-adorable https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1314,what-s-cookin-at-the-feedlotAzle’s food truck park may have been served a dish of various obstacles and challenges in 2025, but this year’s plans are chock full of ideas and a new recipe for success.Amanda Scott, special events...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:24:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1314,what-s-cookin-at-the-feedlot https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1313,an-emerald-affairAll that glitters may not be gold, but it just might be emerald — at least, that will be the case for the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce’s 64th annual awards banquet Thursday, Feb. 19.From 6-9 p.m., at...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:05:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1313,an-emerald-affair https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1312,down-to-a-science-literallyStudents competing in the Azle Independent School District Science Fair may have used cardboard boxes for their project displays, but their ideas were completely outside of the box in terms of creativ...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:41:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1312,down-to-a-science-literally https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1311,feeding-a-future-growing-a-generationThe Community Caring Center may look a lot different than its inception in 1990, but the heart and soul that still lives inside those four walls is part of what keeps its mission alive — even 36 years...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:39:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1311,feeding-a-future-growing-a-generation https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1301,a-toast-to-teachers“Where else can you drink a beer and help education but Azle, Texas?”That rhetorical question, posed by longtime Azle Education Foundation member Andy Rector, hit the nail on the head when describing...]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:55:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1301,a-toast-to-teachers https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1298,optimists-laud-schluter-harden-at-january-meetingAzle High School students Mason Schluter and Lila Harden were recently in the spotlight when they were named the Azle Optimist Club’s Young Texan and Texanne for December during the club’s monthly bre...]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:44:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1298,optimists-laud-schluter-harden-at-january-meeting https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1297,tap-pay-doneAfter more than 10 years of using the same online billing system, the city of Azle is launching an upgrade — 2026 style.According to a social media announcement posted Jan. 29, the city has partnered...]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:42:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1297,tap-pay-done https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1296,waste-deep-in-trash-troublesMembers of the Azle City Council recently found themselves navigating a “landfill” of options, as they discussed whether to approve an increase to Community Waste Disposal’s garbage rates and recyclin...]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:21:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1296,waste-deep-in-trash-troubles https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1295,council-ponders-new-sex-offender-ordinanceRegistered sex offenders can currently live anywhere they want in the city of Azle — including across the street from a school or directly next door to a daycare — but officials are now contemplating...]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:19:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1295,council-ponders-new-sex-offender-ordinance https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1294,pondering-a-public-period-of-prayerThe Azle Independent School District board of trustees will both lead the prayer and discuss its role in schools during the next board meeting Monday, Feb. 23.Since Texas Senate Bill 11 was officially...]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:15:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1294,pondering-a-public-period-of-prayer https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1279,a-leaf-of-good-faithAs social media complaints continue to “pile up” over the city of Azle’s Stormwater Leaf Abatement program, city officials are now hoping a more detailed explanation about the ordinance will help resi...]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:14:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1279,a-leaf-of-good-faith https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1278,a-tiny-bit-o-heavenWhen it comes to housing, bigger doesn’t always mean better — at least, that’s the belief of home builder Jeff Kalbfleisch, who will soon offer a tiny solution to one of the nation’s biggest housing p...]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:35:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1278,a-tiny-bit-o-heaven https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1277,whoa-babyMarkie Smith experienced the gift of a lifetime when she welcomed her baby to the world just days before Christmas — but imagine her surprise when her little bundle of joy turned out to be anything bu...]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:21:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1277,whoa-baby https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1276,heavy-hearts-aboundThe city of Pelican Bay has experienced an unprecedented amount of loss these past two months, with the recent passing of — not just one — but two integral city figures.In November 2025, Pelican Bay C...]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:19:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1276,heavy-hearts-abound https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1275,lettuce-celebrateIf you’ve heard the rumors, it’s no baloney — Jersey Mike’s Subs is officially coming to Azle.David Hawkins, the city’s director of planning and development, confirmed to The Azle News Jan. 23 that th...]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:14:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1275,lettuce-celebrate https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1269,extra-dough-to-fund-cfoThe city of Pelican Bay has never been able to afford a chief financial officer — until now.After two years of trying to sell the properties at 1525 and 1529 Pelican Drive, city council members unanim...]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:28:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1269,extra-dough-to-fund-cfo https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1268,rotary-recognizes-four-ahs-studentsAzle High School seniors Brady Danford, Amy Mesta, Caleb Scoggins and Madison Thomas were recognized by the Rotary Club of Azle for being January’s students of the month during its weekly meeting Jan....]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:26:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1268,rotary-recognizes-four-ahs-students https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1255,azle-chamber-a-room-full-of-vision-and-shared-effortsWhile outgoing Azle Area Chamber of Commerce President David Shaffer may miss giving his hilarious luncheon commentary — and constantly ribbing Executive Director Jennifer Parnell for not stirring the...]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:23:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1255,azle-chamber-a-room-full-of-vision-and-shared-efforts https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1254,passion-for-fashionAzle High School students will soon be strutting their stuff and slaying the runway as they let their inner fashionistas shine — and it’s all for a great cause.In conjunction with the Future, Hope &am...]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:20:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1254,passion-for-fashion https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1253,azle-education-foundation-gears-up-for-red-solo-cupThe Azle Education Foundation may be hosting its Red Solo Cup BBQ Bash fundraiser for the 14th year this month — but unlike the party cup made famous by Toby Keith’s popular song, this event is anythi...]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:16:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1253,azle-education-foundation-gears-up-for-red-solo-cup https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1252,city-officials-to-consider-new-ordinances-to-address-homelessness-issuesAzle city leaders and officials are now debating the best way to tackle one of Texas’ hottest topics in their own backyard: homelessness.Late last year, the cities of Houston and McKinney made headlin...]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:12:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1252,city-officials-to-consider-new-ordinances-to-address-homelessness-issues https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1251,new-sign-ordinance-aheadAll signs point to a potential ordinance change for the city of Azle after officials launched a discussion Jan. 6 addressing the many real estate directional signs that are constantly placed in the ci...]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:09:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1251,new-sign-ordinance-ahead