https://www.theazlenews.com/author/4,cynthia-garcia en Mon, 11 May 2026 09:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1676,hornets-with-heartAzle ISD held its annual Heart of a Hornet event Friday, May 8 at Hornet Stadium, bringing students with special needs from across the district together for a morning full of games, activities, music,...]]> Mon, 11 May 2026 09:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1676,hornets-with-heart https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1654,a-century-of-strengthThe wood inside Ivanell McBryde’s house still shows the work of her hands. After the home was built in 1959, she stained it — board-by-board — herself.On April 23, she turned 100 years old in the same...]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 10:14:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1654,a-century-of-strength https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1653,town-treasuresMartha Fowler grew up in Reno surrounded by a community that was always willing to help others. Her grandfather always helped the neighbors and shared what he could with them.She attended Springtown s...]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 10:08:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1653,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1652,barnes-reflects-on-journey-to-become-salutatorianNathan Barnes has claimed the salutatorian spot for the Azle High School Class of 2026.He has attended Azle ISD schools his entire life, starting at Cross Timbers Elementary and then Hoover Elementary...]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 10:05:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1652,barnes-reflects-on-journey-to-become-salutatorian https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1651,o-neill-ready-for-what-s-nextThe top academic spot at Azle High School has been claimed by Emily O’Neill, valedictorian of the class of 2026.O’Neill has attended Azle schools for her entire life, starting at Silver Creek Ele...]]> Mon, 04 May 2026 10:01:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1651,o-neill-ready-for-what-s-next https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1635,town-treasuresDebra Moore grew up in Perrin and spent some time in Lubbock, Mineral Wells and Fort Worth before moving to Azle in 1988. After moving to Azle, she quickly found a church — Azle Church of Christ — to...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:36:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1635,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1634,schs-celebrates-america-250-theme-with-historic-exhibits-at-tucker-houseThe Silver Creek Heritage Society hosted its annual come-and-go spring gathering April 19 from 1-4 p.m. at the historic Tucker House.The community tradition began in 1999 when Ann Tucker Moody donated...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:03:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1634,schs-celebrates-america-250-theme-with-historic-exhibits-at-tucker-house https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1631,life-on-the-lineAs the month of April — also Lineman Appreciation Month — winds down, the story of Lewis Ansley highlights the danger tied to the job. Ansley, who worked for Tri-County Electric Cooperative, died in 1...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:28:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1631,life-on-the-line https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1581,primaveral-health-fair-returnsThe Hispanic Wellness Coalition will host its annual Primaveral Health Fair Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 404 Main Place, 404 Main St. in Azle.At this year’s health fair, families can t...]]> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:10:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1581,primaveral-health-fair-returns https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1580,town-treasuresRenee Ball has deep roots in Azle, with five generations of her family connected to Azle schools. Her great-grandfather, Dr. James Cozby, was a doctor in the early days of the Azle community, her gran...]]> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:05:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1580,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1574,servolution-hits-400th-home-milestoneVolunteers gathered bright and early at the Servolution Network’s Dream Center Friday and Saturday, April 10-11 for the organization’s Good Neighbor Spring Blitz before heading out across the communit...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:41:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1574,servolution-hits-400th-home-milestone https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1552,dorado-builds-community-through-marketing-salesKimmy Dorado is the marketing and ad sales representative for The Azle News / Springtown Epigraph, where she helps drive revenue and build strong client relationships.Dorado was born in Pasadena, Cali...]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:40:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1552,dorado-builds-community-through-marketing-sales https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1551,ahs-criminal-justice-club-competes-at-stateThe Azle High School Criminal Justice Club competed at the Texas Public Safety Association State Conference in Galveston March 30-April 2. TPSA is a nonprofit career technical student organization tha...]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1551,ahs-criminal-justice-club-competes-at-state https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1550,community-invited-to-say-goodbye-to-historic-ajh-buildingAzle ISD invites the public to honor the legacy of Azle Junior High from 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, April 27 at 201 School St. during the Azle Junior High Campus Tour & Walk Down Memory Lane. Walk down t...]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1550,community-invited-to-say-goodbye-to-historic-ajh-building https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1513,an-afternoon-with-the-easter-bunnyThe city of Reno hosted its annual Easter egg hunt March 28 from 1-3 p.m. at Reno Elementary. The event began with families gathering to enjoy a delicious lunch of hotdogs and chips. Afterward, childr...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1513,an-afternoon-with-the-easter-bunny https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1512,town-treasuresJamie Westbrook and her husband settled in outside the Azle city limits in 1994. Westbrook is from Arlington and graduated from James Martin High School in 1986. She earned a Bachelor of Science degre...]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:14:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1512,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1478,town-treasuresTerri Bartlett has been a part of Good N.E.W.S. Living at Home/Block Nurse Program since 2000. After working at a State Farm Insurance agency, she took a few years off to care for her baby. She was re...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:42:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1478,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1440,ahs-fccla-students-advance-to-stateThe AHS chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America competed at the Texas FCCLA Region II Leadership Conference in Waco March 6-8. Several teams of students placed in the top five of th...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:29:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1440,ahs-fccla-students-advance-to-state https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1439,town-treasuresRoddy Murr moved to Azle when he was 6 months old in 1946. Murr graduated from Azle High School in 1964, and from the University of Texas College Pharmacy in 1971. He opened Murr’s Main Street Drug in...]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1439,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1431,double-take-physical-vs-digital-plannersFrom packed schedules to nonstop responsibilities, people rely on different tools to stay organized and productive. Two of the most popular options for planning are physical planners and digital plann...]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:59:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1431,double-take-physical-vs-digital-planners https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1408,aml-wins-2025-achievement-of-excellence-in-libraries-awardThe Azle Memorial Library has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award. Each year, the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association recognizes libraries for outs...]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:57:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1408,aml-wins-2025-achievement-of-excellence-in-libraries-award https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1407,town-treasuresIf you’d like to nominate someone to be a Town Treasure, please scan the QR code and fill out the Google Form. It’s easy, and we want to shine a light on these Town Treasures!Hogye Hogle is originally...]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:47:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1407,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1378,laura-s-pharmacy-2025-business-of-the-yearWhen the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual awards banquet Feb. 19 at the Wild Wonder Event Center, Business of the Year was one of the most anticipated awards.Shane Wall, owner of Northw...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:38:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1378,laura-s-pharmacy-2025-business-of-the-year https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1377,wright-receives-director-s-award-at-chamber-banquetAzle Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jennifer Parnell awarded the Director’s Award to Michael Wright during the chamber’s annual awards banquet Feb. 19 at Wild Wonder Event Center.“The Dir...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:33:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1377,wright-receives-director-s-award-at-chamber-banquet https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1375,isd-drivers-wheel-into-competition-steer-iously-determinedAzle ISD Transportation will kick off its Bus Road-eo competition season at the Region 11 North Texas Association for Pupil Transportation Saturday, March 28 at Summit High School in Arlington.Last ye...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:20:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1375,isd-drivers-wheel-into-competition-steer-iously-determined https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1374,town-treasuresIf you’d like to nominate someone to be a Town Treasure, please scan the QR code and fill out the Google Form. It’s easy, and we want to shine a light on these Town Treasures!Victor Gonzalez first cam...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:02:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1374,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1317,town-treasuresIf you’d like to nominate someone to be a Town Treasure, please scan the QR code and fill out the Google Form. It’s easy, and we want to shine a light on these Town Treasures!Larry Nix grew up in both...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:21:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1317,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1309,double-take-the-caffeine-clashFrom early mornings to late nights, people rely on different sources for an energy boost. Two of the most popular options for an energy boost, coffee and energy drinks, often divide opinions. For this...]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:34:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1309,double-take-the-caffeine-clash https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1290,town-treasuresIf you know a Town Treasure you’d like to nominate, please scan the QR code and fill out the Google Form. It’s easy, and we want to shine a light on these Town Treasures!For Dena Hall, Azle has always...]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:16:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1290,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1270,town-treasuresIf you know a Town Treasure you’d like to nominate, please scan the QR code and fill out the Google Form. It’s easy, and we want to shine a light on these Town Treasures!Holly Killough took on the rol...]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1270,town-treasures https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1234,double-take-pineapple-on-pizzaIt’s the age-old debate that everyone has very strong opinions on. There’s simply not an in between when talking about whether pineapple belongs on pizza. For this edition of “Double Take,” the pro po...]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:43:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1234,double-take-pineapple-on-pizza https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1184,driven-to-tell-storiesFor Myriam Gonzalez, the reporter who covers just about everything for the Springtown Epigraph, pursuing journalism was something she always knew she wanted to do.“It was the only thing I was good at....]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:18:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1184,driven-to-tell-stories https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1168,aisd-pd-hosts-first-annual-coffee-cocoa-with-santaThe ISD Police Department hosted its first annual Coffee & Cocoa with Santa Dec. 16 from 5-8 p.m. in the Azle High School Commons Area. The event featured photos with Santa for a donation, along w...]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:48:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1168,aisd-pd-hosts-first-annual-coffee-cocoa-with-santa https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1167,bettis-leaves-a-legacy-of-loveFor Joni Bettis, education was never simply a career path; it was a calling. Early experiences teaching Vacation Bible School and Sunday school helped shape her desire to work with children, eventuall...]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:45:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1167,bettis-leaves-a-legacy-of-love https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1166,isd-hosts-second-annual-holiday-open-houseAzle ISD hosted its second annual Holiday Open House Dec. 12 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the district’s administration building. The come-and-go event featured performances by the Azle High School wind ens...]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:40:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1166,isd-hosts-second-annual-holiday-open-house https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1165,reno-council-reviews-budget-water-billing-and-staffing-issuesThe city of Reno held a budget workshop Monday, Dec. 8 to review its budgets for fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 followed by a regular city council meeting.During the budget workshop, city counci...]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:37:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1165,reno-council-reviews-budget-water-billing-and-staffing-issues https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1065,runnin-for-fun-and-charityIndividuals, business teams, families and even their pets came from across the metroplex Saturday, Nov. 8 to run in the 44th annual Azle Lake Run, a charity race that benefits local organizations. The...]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:59:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1065,runnin-for-fun-and-charity https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1064,first-methodist-church-hosts-free-thanksgiving-dinnerFirst Methodist Church invites the community to its annual Azle Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone, with no restrictions on who...]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:40:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1064,first-methodist-church-hosts-free-thanksgiving-dinner https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1063,optimist-club-s-annual-bike-giveaway-returnsDuring Christmas on Main Street Dec. 6, the Optimist Club of Azle will host a bicycle giveaway from 3-4 p.m. at 404 Main Place. This year a total of 120 bikes will be raffled off, ranging in size from...]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:27:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1063,optimist-club-s-annual-bike-giveaway-returns https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1032,karisa-jackson-a-life-transformed-by-serviceWhen Karisa Jackson enlisted in the Army in 2023, she knew she was choosing a path few others her age would dare to take. Armed with a bachelor’s degree and nearly a decade of professional experience,...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:38:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1032,karisa-jackson-a-life-transformed-by-service https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1031,matt-morgan-reflects-on-a-life-of-serviceFor Matt Morgan, joining the military wasn’t part of a lifelong plan. It was a choice born out of necessity and love for his growing family.“It was really for my family. I was still kind of in college...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:35:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1031,matt-morgan-reflects-on-a-life-of-service https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1030,local-business-opens-doors-to-post-secondary-students-with-disabilitiesThe owner of Custom Thread Arts, Karin Joiner, works with both the Azle ISD Transition Center and the Springtown ISD Transition Center to help teach job skills to post-secondary students with disabili...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:55:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1030,local-business-opens-doors-to-post-secondary-students-with-disabilities https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1029,fmc-azle-celebrates-130-years-of-faith-and-fellowshipFirst Methodist Church of Azle invited the community to its annual fall festival, which was combined with its 130th anniversary celebration. The free event featured bingo with prizes, train rides, a s...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:37:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1029,fmc-azle-celebrates-130-years-of-faith-and-fellowship https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1028,hoover-elementary-rolls-into-homecoming-with-chair-paradeOn Friday, Oct. 24, Hoover Elementary hosted its first annual Rolling Chair Parade to celebrate homecoming, giving fifth and sixth graders the chance to show off their creativity, teamwork and school...]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:01:00 -0600 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1028,hoover-elementary-rolls-into-homecoming-with-chair-parade https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1004,mary-sue-s-secret-to-a-long-life-faith-kindness-and-never-giving-upMary Sue Dunn Turnipseed was born Oct. 13, 1930, at home in the Annetta community of Parker County. Raised on a farm during the Great Depression, she grew up with limited means and had little access t...]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:54:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1004,mary-sue-s-secret-to-a-long-life-faith-kindness-and-never-giving-up https://www.theazlenews.com/article/991,hands-that-craft-heart-that-givesDavid Vaughan learned early that life is about showing up for family, for friends, and for strangers in need.Raised in a bustling household where love and loyalty were constants, Vaughan has spent dec...]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:20:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/991,hands-that-craft-heart-that-gives https://www.theazlenews.com/article/954,dygert-juggles-tasks-leads-with-confidenceSara Dygert is the operations manager at The Azle News and Springtown Epigraph, where she plays a key role in keeping the newsroom organized, efficient and on track.Born in Japan to Air Force parents,...]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:43:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/954,dygert-juggles-tasks-leads-with-confidence https://www.theazlenews.com/article/953,first-methodist-church-celebrates-130-years-of-ministryOn Sunday, Oct. 26, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., First Methodist Church of Azle will host its annual fall festival with a special twist this year, combining the event with its 130th anniversary celebration...]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:53:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/953,first-methodist-church-celebrates-130-years-of-ministry https://www.theazlenews.com/article/927,lord-s-acre-blends-tradition-community-and-generosityOn Saturday, Oct. 4, the First Methodist Church Azle held its beloved annual Lord’s Acre celebration, a long-standing tradition that brought together food, fellowship and fundraising for a good cause....]]> Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/927,lord-s-acre-blends-tradition-community-and-generosity https://www.theazlenews.com/article/922,serving-up-smiles-and-friendshipsFor almost 30 years, Francisco Javier Gomez Gonzalez — affectionately known as “Pancho” by the community — has served up more than food at El Paseo Mexican Restaurant. His presence is a constant, his...]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:14:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/922,serving-up-smiles-and-friendships https://www.theazlenews.com/article/888,hispanic-heritage-month-celebrates-culture-and-identityHispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Each fall, it becomes a vibrant celebration of color. Bright flags, festive music, bold art and rich traditions fill communities...]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/888,hispanic-heritage-month-celebrates-culture-and-identity https://www.theazlenews.com/article/871,natalie-s-snow-shack-wraps-up-another-summer-of-sweet-traditionsOwner Natalie Brister reflects on the joy of serving the community with handcrafted syrups and friendly smilesAs summer winds down, so does the season at Natalie’s Snow Shack — a warm, welcoming spot...]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/871,natalie-s-snow-shack-wraps-up-another-summer-of-sweet-traditions https://www.theazlenews.com/article/864,meet-the-smile-behind-the-front-desk Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/864,meet-the-smile-behind-the-front-desk https://www.theazlenews.com/article/859,stay-tomorrow-needs-youRaising awareness, breaking stigma, and reminding young people: you are not alone.CYNTHIA GARCIAcynthia@burtnettmedia.com Content warning: This story addresses the topic of suicide.Editor’s note: This...]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/859,stay-tomorrow-needs-you https://www.theazlenews.com/article/753,rooted-in-values-ready-for-change-watson-guides-esd-1-through-growthWith trust and teamwork at the core, Watson’s leadership helps Parker County’s fire services evolve with its fast-growing communitiesGrowing up in Gorman, Emergency Services District 1 Fire Chief Step...]]> Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/753,rooted-in-values-ready-for-change-watson-guides-esd-1-through-growth https://www.theazlenews.com/article/738,language-and-learning-thrive-in-azle-isd-s-bilingual-and-esl-programsOne-Way Dual Language and ESL instruction support emergent bilingual students’ cultural pride, academic achievementAzle ISD serves more than 800 emergent bilingual students in grades pre-K through 12...]]> Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/738,language-and-learning-thrive-in-azle-isd-s-bilingual-and-esl-programs https://www.theazlenews.com/article/649,ellis-returns-as-intern-for-the-azle-news-springtown-epigraphHailey Ellis has returned to The Azle News and Springtown Epigraph for the second consecutive year as a summer graphic design intern.Ellis grew up in Saginaw before moving to Azle in eighth grade and...]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/649,ellis-returns-as-intern-for-the-azle-news-springtown-epigraph