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Mineral Wells has dramatically improved its long-term financial outlook through new fiscal policies, stronger budget oversight, and strategic planning. Chief Financial Officer Aaron Bovos discusses the reforms that have strengthened the City’s finances, improved transparency, and positioned Mineral Wells for future growth.
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Mineral Wells City Council extended the Millsap wholesale water contract for 30 days while negotiations continue and approved another $400,000 in planning work for the Hilltop Water Treatment Plant project during its July 21 meeting.
The Mineral Wells ISD Board recognized student-athletes, accepted an $8,000 drone program donation, approved new elective courses, and authorized the sale of the former high school property during its July 13 meeting.
OP-ED: As Texas faces rapid growth in both population and data centers, former State Rep. Glenn Rogers argues the state must do more to safeguard its water resources. In this opinion piece, Rogers examines Texas groundwater laws, questions whether some data centers are avoiding water oversight, and calls for greater transparency and long-term planning to protect the state’s future.
Palo Pinto General Hospital has received several national recognitions in 2026 for patient experience, cleanliness, heart attack care and stroke treatment, highlighting its continued commitment to providing high-quality healthcare across Palo Pinto County.
After 54 years of teaching and coaching at Mineral Wells High School, Coach Jackie Harvey has announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy that has shaped generations of students, athletes and educators in Mineral Wells.
Mineral Wells City Council approved a new dangerous buildings policy, authorized FY 2027 property tax planning strategies, and purchased a downtown building for future City offices during its July 7 meeting.
Mayor Regan Johnson shares her perspective on why mandatory term limits may not be the right fit for small-town government, arguing that local voters—not charter mandates—should decide who represents them.
