Originally published October 26, 2026. Event dates and meeting times reflect the original report.
Johnson County commissioners meet, Hood County early voting enters its last week, Great Granbury Cleanup approaches, and regional news from Cleburne, Weatherford, Palo Pinto County and Stephenville.
Today’s top 10
Johnson County court meets at 9 a.m. • Early voting runs 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Friday • Great Granbury Cleanup meets November 7 at 8:30 a.m. • Shred It Instead begins at 9 a.m. • Legion Post 50 honors veterans November 8 at 1 p.m. • Cleburne church covers school lunch debt • Christmas Feast enters its 14th year serving more than 1,000 • Weatherford College scholarships total $479,645 • Palo Pinto county clerk retiring after four terms • Tarleton hosts Eastern Kentucky October 31 at 6 p.m.
Johnson County commissioners honor veterans, review $34 million ARPA work
Johnson County commissioners meet at 9 a.m. Monday in Room 201 of the Johnson County Courthouse, 2 N. Main St. in Cleburne, Cleburne Wire reported, citing Cleburne Times-Review coverage.
The agenda includes a proclamation naming Honor Veterans in Johnson County Day ahead of Veterans Day on November 11. State Sen. Phil King is expected to help recognize Ron Russek for 30 years in law enforcement.
A workshop covers the Precinct 3 subcourthouse, county parking lots and approximately $34 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. All ARPA projects must be completed by year’s end.
Final week of early voting starts today in Hood County
Hood County voters have five more days to cast an early ballot in the November 3 general election, according to Hood County Elections.
Hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, October 26, through Friday, October 30, at the Annex 1 meeting room, 1410 W. Pearl St. in Granbury.
Friday is the last day of in-person early voting. Anyone who misses it may vote on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. Texas voters should bring an approved photo ID.
Great Granbury Cleanup set for Saturday, November 7
Volunteers will meet at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, November 7, at Granbury City Hall, 116 W. Bridge St., the City of Granbury says.
Teams need at least four people. Volunteers must be at least 7 years old and bring leather gloves. Crews will be sent to cleanup sites around town. Early signup helps organizers plan supplies and assignments.
Free shred day joins Granbury Cleanup November 7
Granbury residents can safely destroy old papers at Shred It Instead from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 7, the city says.
The drop-off is at American Town Hall, 220 N. Travis St. Each household can bring up to three Bankers Boxes of documents. The event runs the same morning as the Great Granbury Cleanup. Bills, bank statements and other personal records are good candidates.
Veterans fundraiser and tribute planned November 8 in Cleburne
A veterans fundraiser and tribute is set for 1 p.m. Sunday, November 8, at American Legion Post 50, 313 W. Chambers St. in Cleburne, Cleburne Wire reported.
The event precedes Veterans Day on November 11. Johnson County commissioners also plan to proclaim Honor Veterans in Johnson County Day.
Thread Church pays off Cleburne ISD lunch debt
Thread Church in Cleburne has launched an effort to clear outstanding student lunch debt in Cleburne ISD, according to the Cleburne Times-Review.
The church pledged to cover unpaid balances so students do not miss meals due to financial hardship. The church did not disclose a total dollar amount. Cleburne Wire also shared the report.
Cleburne Christmas Feast seeks volunteers and toys
The Cleburne Christmas Feast seeks volunteers and toy donations for its 14th year, Cleburne Wire reported.
A free dinner runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Christmas Day at the Cleburne Conference Center, 1501 W. Henderson St. Founder Michelle Moralez says the feast serves more than 1,000 people.
Toys may be dropped at Apos Ranch & Outdoors and Jay’s Auto & Body Work in Cleburne or at Apos Floors in Alvarado. Volunteers and monetary donations are also needed.
Weatherford College scholarships up 35 percent
The Weatherford College Foundation awarded $479,645 in scholarships in the 2025–26 academic year, the Weatherford Democrat reported.
That is a 35.5% increase over the prior year, according to numbers shared at the foundation’s board meeting earlier this month. Students may contact the Weatherford College Foundation about aid applications.
Palo Pinto County Clerk Janette Green to retire
Palo Pinto County Clerk Janette Green is retiring after four terms in office, the Weatherford Democrat reported.
County commissioners appointed her successor early at a recent Tuesday meeting. Green was not present for the vote. She told the newspaper she would miss her staff and helping the public. The county clerk’s office maintains property, marriage and court records.
No. 1 Tarleton hosts Eastern Kentucky Saturday
Tarleton State hosts Eastern Kentucky at 6 p.m. Saturday, October 31, at Memorial Stadium in Stephenville, according to the team’s schedule.
The Texans are the No. 1 team in FCS and 8–0 following a 49–6 win over West Georgia on Saturday, Tarleton Athletics reported. The game is listed as Military Appreciation. Fans should arrive early for parking.
The bottom line
Early voting runs 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Friday at Annex 1 in Granbury. Johnson County commissioners meet Monday at 9 a.m. Election Day is November 3. Six counties. One region. Plenty happening.
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