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Palo Pinto County commissioners approved new water-leak sensors for the courthouse Monday as officials continue assessing damage and navigating insurance and repair decisions following last month’s flooding.
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City Council on Dec. 2 opened discussions on regulating vape shops, approved a storage tank inspection contract, adopted a capital asset policy, and authorized notices for up to $70 million in water-system improvements.
Former state representative Glenn Rogers warns about the growing influence of far-right dominionist theology in Texas politics, describing his concerns after hearing Seven Mountains Mandate rhetoric at a local Easter service. In his Dallas Morning News column, he outlines the rise of the New Apostolic Reformation, its ties to Trump-era politics, and how he believes the movement is reshaping the state’s political landscape.
Reporting By Amy Meyer | Mineral Wells Area News A burst plumbing line in the attic of the Palo Pinto County Courthouse caused multi-floor water damage and forced temporary closure of court operations, according to County Judge Shane Long. During the weekend before the Thanksgiving holiday, a leak occurred above
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Mineral Wells has hired Nathan Buschow as its new contracted Assistant Public Works Director, focusing on infrastructure planning and project management.
City Council approved a new city logo, updated the Master Fee Schedule, adopted an airport fuel pricing formula, and appointed members to multiple boards and commissions during its Nov. 18 meeting.
Texas is back to using its 2025 congressional map, at least temporarily.
The U.S. Supreme Court not yet decided what map Texas should use while the court battle over the legality of the map plays out over the coming weeks and months; Friday’s ruling is a short-term pause while they make that decision.
Court order striking down Texas redistricting map upends plans for candidates across the state.
Republicans may need to rethink plans for new districts, while Democrats could regain a path to Congress.
Realtor Christy Dorr shares an inside look at today’s Mineral Wells housing market and why updated and new homes are driving steady growth.
