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To learn more about advertising with 760 Magazines, contact Clint Reese at 817.938.7822 or Clint@760Magazines.com THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU NEEDED TO KNOW THE MONSTERS AREN’T REAL. THE HEARTBEAT IS. FEELING A LITTLE SUPERSTITIOUS? TALENTED. TIRELESS. TEXAN CHEWBACCAS FINAL JOURNEY LEAVE IT TO THE PROFESSIONALS BEYOND THE SADDLE: A TESKEY’S TRADITION WINTER’S COMING. LET WOLFPACK HANDLE IT. PICS OR IT DIDN’T HAPPEN WHO LET THAT OUT? THINGS TO DO BESIDES LAUNDRY UPCOMING EVENTS MEANWHILE, AT CITY HALL MAYOR UPDATES COFFEE BREAK FOR GROWN UPS THE 760 KID ZONE - GAMES & COLORING ILove760Mags@gmail.com | Est. October 2020 www.760Magazines.com 5 7 8 13 14-15 19 21 22 24-25 27 Disclaimer 760 Magazines is a community publication published bi-monthly with approx. 40,000 copies delivered via direct mail. In addition, extra copies are distributed at various distribution points around the community. 760 Magazines covers the area of 76008, 76086 and 76087 zip codes and is not an official city publication. Informa- tion and dates are subject to change without notice. 760 Magazines assumes no responsibility for omissions, errors or changes, but makes every effort to have accurate and current information. 760 Magazines, contributors and ad- vertisers are not responsible for loss or harm had by the publishing of advertisements or articles and reserves the right to refuse advertising for any reason. During com- munity events, photographers may take photos to use in this publication. Editors-in-Chief/Publishers Clint Reese, Kristi Reese Executive Sales Director Clint Reese Marketing Director/Designer/Photographer Kristi Reese WHAT’S INSIDE...814192222 TM
Our brains know the monster isn’t real. Our heart rate apparently missed the memo. Think about it. We spend most our lives avoiding the things that terrify us. We take the long way around the awkward conversation. We do not, as a rule, run to- ward the sound of a chainsaw. Then October arrives, and we voluntarily hand some- one $30 to chase us through a dark building that was literally vacant until 15 days prior with a pretend chainsaw. Our brains are peculiar… and a little weird. But there’s a real reason roller coasters, scary movies, and haunted houses feel like fun instead of a terrible mistake. It comes down to one very important distinc- tion: perceived safety. When something scares us, our brain and body don’t wait to analyze the situation. Fight-or-flight kicks in, the heart rate climbs, the senses sharpen, and sud- denly we are extremely interested in whatever might be waiting behind a dark corner. But somewhere in the back of the brain, another voice is keeping notes: that’s a costume, the exit is right there, and nobody is actually getting hurt. Researchers call the result ‘recreational fear.’ It’s being frightened on purpose, by choice, with an exit plan. A team at Denmark’s Aarhus University took the question straight to the source, strapping heart rate monitors on 92 visitors at a haunted house and asking how scared they were and how much fun they were having. What they found was a fear-fun Goldilocks zone. Enjoyment elevated as the fear escalated, but only up to a point, then dropped off. Too little fear? Boring. Too much? Not fun anymore. In other words, we want the zombies to get close. Just not that close. There’s a payoff at the exit also. Making it through the haunted house, finishing the movie, riding the coaster you almost backed out of... all of it leaves us feeling strangely accomplished. Screaming next to a friend turns a scary moment into a shared one. And the same study offers a catch: people who went because they wanted to tended to enjoy it more than people who were dragged along. The choice matters. For those who love it, Halloween offers a rare chance to tell our brains we’re in danger while knowing perfectly well we’re going back to the car afterward. Here’s the thing about that car ride home, though... In the real world, there are no monsters under the bed. Nobody is waiting in the closet. The scariest things most of us face on a given Tuesday are a hard conver- sation, a big presentation, a promotion, a leadership role we aren’t sure we’re ready for, or a business idea we’ve been sitting on for years. None of those come with a chainsaw… hopefully. But all of them can still make our hearts pound. That fear is real. It’s the same wiring and the same racing pulse. The difference is that there’s no actor in a mask, no glowing exit sign, and no one telling us it’s all going to be fine. So we do what people do with real fear. We avoid it. And that costs us. You’d probably like some good news now, right? That feeling isn’t a stop sign. Harvard Business School research found that people who told themselves “I’m excited” before a nerve-racking task, like giving a speech or singing in front of strangers, did better than people who tried to calm down. The body feels nearly the same either way. Only the story changes. Fear, it turns out, is just energy waiting for direction. Point it at something that matters, and it stops being a roadblock and starts being fuel. Those butterflies in your stomach? Merely excitement and anticipation for whatever is next. That’s the work I do through Clint Reese - PDT. I scare people with pretend chainsaws until they change their thought process. Just kidding... about the chainsaw. Letting fear stand in the way of progress doesn’t need any props or poorly written plotlines. The real-life consequences are scary enough. What I actually do is help individuals and organizations turn “I’m not sure we can do this” into “let’s find out.” So this Halloween, go ahead and get scared on pur- pose. Scream. Laugh. Jump out and scare your spouse, then beg for their forgiveness. Go to a haunt- ed house. Whatever you do, though, remember the part that matters. The monsters aren’t real. Your strength and courage are. THE MONSTERS AREN’T REAL. THE HEARTBEAT IS. BORING JUST RIGHT NOPE Ready to fix your fear? Visit ClintReese.com or call 817-938-7822 Clint Reese Professional Development Trainer Trainer l Coach l Consultant
FEELING A LITTLE SUPERSTITIOUS? Ever knocked on wood? Because apparently, temp- ting fate requires an emergency furniture inspection. We’ve all done it. Someone says, “I haven’t been sick all year,” and immediately follows it with three frantic knocks on the nearest wooden surface. Because obviously, the universe was listening, and now we’ve given it ideas. But why wood? Why not glass, plastic, or metal? Believe it or not, this strange little habit has some fascinating explanations. THERE’S SOMEONE IN THAT TREE! One popular theory traces the superstition to ancient cultures that believed spirits and gods lived inside trees. Knocking on a tree supposedly awakened friendly spirits who could protect you from bad luck. Another version suggests the knocking scared away evil spir- its or prevented them from overhearing your good fortune. Apparently, supernatural beings had nothing better to do than eavesdrop on boring conversations. TIGGY TOUCHWOOD Not everyone agrees with the ancient tree-spirit explana- tion. Some historians believe the tradition originated with a 19th-century British children’s game called “Tiggy Touch- wood.” It was basically tag, except touching something wood- en made you safe from being caught. OTHER COUNTRIES HAVE THEIR OWN RULES In Britain, people say “touch wood” instead of “knock on wood.” In Turkey, some people knock twice while pulling on an earlobe. Italians sometimes prefer touching iron. It seems preventing bad luck requires different equipment de- pending on your location. DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK? There’s no scientific evidence that knocking on wood changes your luck. And historians still disagree about exactly where the custom began, yet somehow we’ve kept it alive for gen- erations. We’ll ignore the check engine light, eat leftovers of question- able age, and make financial decisions that would terrify our accountants. But announce that you’ve never gotten a speed- ing ticket? Suddenly, we’re desperately searching for a wood- en table like our lives depend on it. THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU NEEDED TO KNOW760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 7
It’s not often that we call someone that is currently in New York on set filming Law & Order after they just got back from mountain climbing in France and shaking hands with the Pope. But it does happen... Meet Austin Hebert, an actor, a musi- cian, and a man who answers “both” when asked, “do you want to be a tal- ented musician or a talented actor? Do you want to be in hit movies or hit tv shows?” Austin was born in Montgomery, TX (50 miles northwest of Houston), raised in Dallas, graduated from SMU and if you ever had a late night on Lower Greenville, he may have been the bar- tender that served you. These days, however, there’s a good chance you know him from Taylor Sheridan’s hit show Lioness. We at the 760 know him as one of the incredible music performers at 760 FEST, and Google knows everyone, but it describes Austin Hebert as a “roots- based musician.” [I’ve never seen that on another artist’s search result, and I think it’s perfect. Roots are kind of his whole thing.] When it came time to cut his teeth as a musician, Austin chose Texas over Nashville. Nothing against Nashville. A lot of the greats started their jour- neys there, and Austin knows it. But Texas is home, and it’s one of the last places where artists are still judged on the story. To be accepted, respected, and “known” here means something because this is where the story in the music is still what makes or breaks it. If the song is about two ex-lovers, it’s not really about the breakup. It’s about the tension, the emptiness, and the longing still sitting in the room after somebody walks out. That’s the type of depth and story Austin wants to tell with his music. His influences read like a Texas honky- tonk jukebox: Merle Haggard, Way- lon Jennings, and Hank Williams Sr. and Jr. He’s also inspired by what’s on
right now, like “Frogman” by Whiskey My- ers off their album Mud. And the name that kept coming up was Stoney LaRue, a friend and, more importantly, a mentor. Stoney was born in Taft, Texas, grew up in Oklaho- ma, and is practically synonymous with Red Dirt and Texas music. If you’re going to learn storytelling, learn it from someone like that. Austin abides. Here’s where it gets good. Austin says acting and songwriting feed each other. Getting into character, so to speak, creates muscle mem- ory that works for either gig. When he sits down to write, finding the emotional depth of a song is the same exercise: who is this per- son, what do they want, and what aren’t they saying? Life imitates art imitates life... sound familiar? Austin spends as much time in the studio as he can, and with the help of his friends, mentors, and plenty of passion, he produces his own music too. He’s currently working on the next EP or single. We were honored to have Austin perform at 760 FEST. Anyone who was there knows a good storyteller when they hear one, and he told some good ones. Between recording, producing, and filming Lioness, Austin’s reset button is the Pyre- nees, the mountain range along the border of Spain and France. He was mid-reset when he heard the Pope was coming to town and there might be a chance to meet him. A reset can take a break to meet the Pope, right? Yes. The answer is yes. Whether you see him on stage singing his stories with a guitar in hand or a band around him, or if you see him on the silver screen, the small screen, or if you also hap- pen to climb in the Pyrenees Mountains and bump into him, you’ll be glad you did. Austin Hebert is talented, tireless, and Tex- an to the bone… and we’re glad he let us tag along for a minute. @austinblainehebert_official @austin_hebert 760 FEST 2026760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 9
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Chewbacca’s \Final Journey From a Galaxy Far, Far Away to Azle Here’s a little piece of local trivia from a galaxy not so far, far away: Peter Mayhew, the actor who brought Chewbac- ca to life, is buried at Azleland Memorial Park in Azle. His tombstone is anything but ordinary - it features images of Chewbacca, R2-D2 and Mayhew himself, making it a sur- prisingly fun stop for Star Wars fans. Mayhew stood an impressive 7-foot-3 and played every- one’s favorite Wookiee from the original 1977 Star Wars through The Force Awakens. Fun fact: Chewbacca may sound like he is arguing with a lawn mower, but his fa- mous voice was actually created by sound designer Ben Burtt using recordings of several animals, including bears, lions and walruses. Fans who visit Mayhew’s gravesite often leave little Star Wars tributes behind - Chewbacca figures, R2-D2 toys, coins and other memorabilia can be seen lined up along the stone. Recent visitors have even shared photos of the col- lection growing over time. So if you have an extra Chewie figure collecting dust, you could give it a much cooler re- tirement. Mayhew’s monument even calls him a “Gentle Giant”- a fit- ting tribute to the man who played one of cinema’s biggest, hairiest and most loyal sidekicks. THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU NEEDED TO KNOW
There are many things, a great many things, to love about Teskey’s Saddle Shop in Weatherford. What you’ll notice first, though, are the smells. The smell of home cooking meets you outside, and then you step in the front door… Leather. New, warm, honest leather, like somebody bot- tled the inside of a tack room or a good pair of boots. It hits you quick and doesn’t let go. They liked it so much they put it in a candle, which tells you most of what you need to know about this place. These folks aren’t just selling Western life. They’re every bit as in love with it as you are. Then you look up. And over. And way back there. Wait, is that a second building? A third? Teskey’s covers more than 100,000 square feet in Weatherford, Texas, and size is the one thing first-tim- ers always bring up. Nobody warned them. Nobody ever does. Plan on an afternoon, wear comfortable boots, and don’t be surprised if you need a map and a snack. Tack, boots, hats, western clothing, hunting gear, home and gift items, antiques. Over a thousand saddles. And if saddles aren’t your thing, there’s still plenty to dig through. Guns, knives, jeans, shirts, books, collectibles, original artwork... a little bit of everything, and somehow it all fits under one roof. Come in for a cutting saddle, and an hour later you’re holding a knife, a hat, and a painting you didn’t know you wanted. It didn’t start out that way. Not even close. In 1998, Michael and Anissa Teskey moved to Weatherford, the Cutting Horse Capital of the World, which is a bold place to open a saddle shop. Folks here don’t just ride. They know exactly how a good saddle feels, and they’ll tell you if yours isn’t one. So, the Teskey’s started small, in a storage facility near the highway, with leather, tack, and a whole lot of nerve. The horse community showed up. One unit became two, then three. By 2004 they’d outgrown every one of them and moved into a 40,000-square-foot building down the road. Most people enclose a porch to keep the bugs out. In 2005, Teskey’s enclosed theirs and opened a clothing boutique called Teskey’s Cowboy Headquarters. It did so well that a 20,000-square-foot expansion followed the next year, and is now known as Teskey’s Outfitters. LEAVE IT TO THE PROFESSIONALS760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 14
In 2007 came the Feed Barn, so you could grab hay, fenc- ing, and pet supplies on the same trip as your new boots. Then the Outdoor Store, with new and used guns, the largest knife selection around, and enough men’s boots to outfit a cattle drive. But the square footage is only the result, the story is the heart and the passion that created it. Anissa’s mother, Melissa, started cooking lunch for the employees once a week. Made from scratch, the kind of meal that tastes like somebody cared. Word got around. Pretty soon folks who didn’t even work there wanted a plate, and Teskey’s Cafe was born. Today it’s Teskey’s 101 Grill & Gallery, freshly renovated and serving homestyle cooking next to a collection of au- thentic Western art. Yes, you can eat a chicken sandwich while admiring a painting of a cowboy. Not a combination you expect from a saddle shop, and yet there it is. Order the Jake’s Chicken Sandwich, trust us. The sauce is home- made and the recipe is classified. We won’t be sharing that secret… because they didn’t tell us either. One mother, one pot, one lunch for the folks on the pay- roll. Now there’s a restaurant, a gallery, more than a hun- dred employees, and a store that ships around the world through Teskeys.com. All of it grew out of the same in- stinct: take care of people, feed them well, and make them feel at home. You can still find that spirit all over the sprawling saddle spectacle. There’s a practice roping area inside for kids who need to burn off some energy. Need a hat shaped? They’ll do it right there. Got a saddle that’s seen better days? They take trade-ins. A storage unit. A couple with a dream. A mother with a pot on the stove. That’s where it started. What came next took a lot of long days and a stubborn refusal to quit when coasting would’ve been easier. Hard work doesn’t make much noise, but it builds things that last, and what it built is an honest-to-goodness Western institution, right here in Weatherford, Texas. 3001 W I 20 #3001, Weatherford, TX 76087 (817) 599-3400 www.teskeys.com760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 15
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Every Texan knows the drill. The forecast says “freeze,” the grocery store runs out of bread, and suddenly everybody becomes an expert on outdoor faucets. Here’s the good news. Parker County has a Wolfpack for that. Wolfpack Plumbing is owned by AJ DeWolfe and his wife, Amina, and with a last name like DeWolfe, the company name was practically destiny. Their Responsible Master Plumber License (#46194) covers a lot of ground, both literally and figuratively. They serve Weath- erford, Aledo, Annetta, Azle, Brock, Benbrook, and Fort Worth, handling general residential and commercial plumbing, plus sewer lines, water lines, gas lines, yard leaks, stoppages, and slab leaks. But the headliner is tankless water heaters. Plenty of plumbers steer clear of tankless sys- tems. There’s newer technology, more moving parts, and more that can go wrong. Wolfpack runs straight toward them. The tradeoff is hard to argue with: better efficiency, consistent heat, and a practically endless supply of hot water. That’s a big deal in any house where the show- er line starts forming at 6:30 a.m. As a rule of thumb, if your home has two water heaters and a recirculating pump, it’s time to look at go- ing tankless. Efficiency rules for water heaters keep shifting, and tankless is built around effi- ciency from the ground up. With cold weather on the way, the pack has a few tips for getting your plumbing ready be- fore the first hard freeze. Start with the water heater.Start with the water heater. It should be flushed once a year, because sediment builds up over time and raises the odds of plumbing problems. If it’s been a long, long time since the last flush, call a pro so that buildup doesn’t cause trouble when it gets stirred up. Head outside and disconnect your hoses.Head outside and disconnect your hoses. A hose left attached to a faucet traps water, and trapped water freezes. Unhook, drain, and store them. While you’re out there, take a look at your outdoor taps. Frost-proof taps are com- mon on newer homes, and they’re a great fea- ture, but they only protect you when they’re installed correctly. Have yours checked before the cold arrives, not after. Find your main shutoff valve.Find your main shutoff valve. Today, not during the emergency. It could be in a garage, a laundry room, a flower bed, or a box near the curb. Make sure everyone in the house knows where it is too. When the freeze hits, keep indoor faucets drip- ping a little on both hot and cold lines, open the cabinet doors under sinks so warm air can reach the pipes, and insulate any exposed pipes in garages, attics, and crawl spaces. Leave out- door faucets turned off, not dripping. A few things to avoid:A few things to avoid: Never use an open flame to thaw a frozen pipe. A hair dryer is plenty, and it won’t burn the house down. Don’t ignore a wet spot in the yard or a surprise spike in the water bill, be- cause small leaks have a way of growing up. And if a pipe does burst, shut off the main first, then make the call. The pack leaders are AJ and Amina DeWolfe, and the story behind them is a good one. AJ grew up in Ireland and moved to America at 14. He has more than a decade in the trades and is a second-generation plumber, so the work runs in the family. He credits his Irish roots with giving him a different sense of work ethic, one that has become a real differentiator for the business. He and Amina have been married four years and share their home with three cats, which may be the only customers harder to please than homeowners. And the pack is growing. Wolfpack is always looking for experienced plumbers, and they ar- en’t easy to find. The number of plumbers has been shrinking for years as seasoned trades- people retire and fewer young people head into the trades. If that sounds like you, they’d love to hear from you. Here’s the part that surprises people: Wolfpack offers free estimates, with no strings attached. In a business where many plumbers charge $200 to $400 or more just to come look at the problem, that’s practically unheard of. A little prep now beats a flooded kitchen at 2 a.m. After all, when the temperature drops, it’s nice to have a pack watching your back... WINTER’S COMING. LET THE WOLFPACK HANDLE IT. aj@wolfpackplumbing.com (817) 989-WOLF (9653) wolfpackplumbing.com LEAVE IT TO THE PROFESSIONALS
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PICS OR IT DIDN’T HAPPEN Who Let THAT Out?Something strange was lurking outside Aledo. And even Google doesn’t believe it’s real. On the night of September 30, around 10 p.m., local resident Ethan Hurt’s trail camera captured something just outside Aledo city limits that has us scratching our heads. And possibly locking our doors. At first glance, it looks like a coyote. But take a closer look. Unusually long legs. A short, compact torso. Large, pointed ears. And a mouth- ful of sharp teeth that look like they belong in a horror movie. A coyote? A wild dog? Something that escaped from a laboratory? Or did Ethan just capture Parker County’s very own werewolf? Before you ask, no, it wasn’t a full moon. We checked. But here’s where things get even stranger. We ran the photos through Google’s image search, hoping technology could identify our mysterious visitor. Instead, Google suggested the images were fake and the animal wasn’t real. Well, that’s reassuring. But it gets better. One of the closest visual matches was the image you see below. Naturally, we clicked on it. And what did we find? A CHUPACABRA. The legendary, bloodsucking creature of folklore rumored to have been terrorizing livestock for decades. Wonderful. Just what Parker County needed. Of course, trail cameras can produce some pretty bizarre images. Infrared lighting, movement, odd angles, and nighttime distortion can make perfectly ordinary animals look like something straight out of a Stephen King novel. Want to see it for yourself? The actual, full trail camera video is posted on Aledo Daily Buzz. Watch it and tell us what YOU think is lurking around Parker County after dark! All we’re saying we’re not volunteering to take the trash out after dark. GOOGLE REVERSE SEARCH RESULT760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 21
THINGS TO DO BESIDES LAUNDRY MURPHY HOLLOW PUMPKINMURPHY HOLLOW PUMPKIN PATCHPATCH Thurs-Sun thru Oct. 30Thurs-Sun thru Oct. 30 Weatherford, TXWeatherford, TX Celebrate fall with family-friendly fun featur-Celebrate fall with family-friendly fun featur- ing inflatable hayrides, giant slides, a pump-ing inflatable hayrides, giant slides, a pump- kin jumper, corn box, pumpkin pad, live musickin jumper, corn box, pumpkin pad, live music on Friday and Saturday nights, food trucks,on Friday and Saturday nights, food trucks, concessions, and a bar. Open Thursdayconcessions, and a bar. Open Thursday through Sunday, September 24–October 30.through Sunday, September 24–October 30. murphyhollow.netmurphyhollow.net CLARK GARDENS PUMPKINCLARK GARDENS PUMPKIN PATCHPATCH Thru Oct. 31Thru Oct. 31 Clark Gardens Botanical Park, WeatherfordClark Gardens Botanical Park, Weatherford Celebrate fall with pumpkins, seasonal dis-Celebrate fall with pumpkins, seasonal dis- plays, family activities, and plenty of festiveplays, family activities, and plenty of festive photo opportunities throughout the gardens.photo opportunities throughout the gardens. clarkgardens.orgclarkgardens.org WITCHES NIGHT OUTWITCHES NIGHT OUT Oct. 22 7-10pmOct. 22 7-10pm Parker County Brewing Co, Willow ParkParker County Brewing Co, Willow Park Gather your favorite witches for a magicalGather your favorite witches for a magical night featuring a screening of Practical Mag-night featuring a screening of Practical Mag- ic, themed potion drink specials, music, de-ic, themed potion drink specials, music, de- licious food, and a little witchy fun. Dress inlicious food, and a little witchy fun. Dress in your favorite witchy attire or accessories andyour favorite witchy attire or accessories and come ready for an enchanting evening!come ready for an enchanting evening! www.parkercountybrewing.comwww.parkercountybrewing.com THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURETHE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW - MOVIE NIGHTSHOW - MOVIE NIGHT Oct. 23 7-10pmOct. 23 7-10pm Parker County Brewing Co., Willow ParkParker County Brewing Co., Willow Park Let’s do the Time Warp again! In honor of the legendary Tim Curry, join us for a special screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, featuring themed cocktails, sing-alongs, audience participation, and plenty of outra- geous fun. Dress as your favorite character, bring your best movie callouts, and get ready for a night of music, dancing, and cult-clas- sic madness! Patio 21+ www.parkercountybrewing.comwww.parkercountybrewing.com SPENCER WOOD - LIVE @ PCBCSPENCER WOOD - LIVE @ PCBC Oct. 24 7-10pmOct. 24 7-10pm Parker County Brewing Co., Willow ParkParker County Brewing Co., Willow Park Enjoy an evening of live music with Spencer Wood! Kick back with ice-cold craft beer, de- licious food, and great music in a laid-back atmosphere. www.parkercountybrewing.comwww.parkercountybrewing.com ARTSGOGGLEARTSGOGGLE Oct. 24Oct. 24 Magnolia Avenue, Fort WorthMagnolia Avenue, Fort Worth More than 1,000 artists, live music, food,More than 1,000 artists, live music, food, shopping, and creativity take over Magnoliashopping, and creativity take over Magnolia Avenue for one of Fort Worth’s biggest freeAvenue for one of Fort Worth’s biggest free arts festivals.arts festivals. artsgoggle.orgartsgoggle.org POP CULTURE TRIVIA NIGHT -POP CULTURE TRIVIA NIGHT - HALLOWEEN/HORROR THEMEDHALLOWEEN/HORROR THEMED Oct. 25 6:30pmOct. 25 6:30pm Parker County Brewing Co, Willow ParkParker County Brewing Co, Willow Park Put your spooky pop culture knowledge to thePut your spooky pop culture knowledge to the test with a night of old-school trivia featur-test with a night of old-school trivia featur- ing horror movies, Halloween classics, iconicing horror movies, Halloween classics, iconic music, creepy characters, and unforgettablemusic, creepy characters, and unforgettable pop culture moments! No phones, no elec-pop culture moments! No phones, no elec- tronics, just good old-fashioned trivia! Ques-tronics, just good old-fashioned trivia! Ques- tions are read aloud, teams write down theirtions are read aloud, teams write down their answers, and turn them in for a chance to winanswers, and turn them in for a chance to win prizes. Grab your smartest friends, enjoy coldprizes. Grab your smartest friends, enjoy cold beer and great food, and see who knows theirbeer and great food, and see who knows their spooky stuff!spooky stuff! www.parkercountybrewing.comwww.parkercountybrewing.com TRICK OR TREAT WITH THETRICK OR TREAT WITH THE EQUINESEQUINES Oct. 25Oct. 25 Layla Rose Ranch Equine Rescue, AledoLayla Rose Ranch Equine Rescue, Aledo Trick-or-treat alongside horses, donkeys, andTrick-or-treat alongside horses, donkeys, and a miniature mule, plus enjoy vendors, games,a miniature mule, plus enjoy vendors, games, and plenty of family-friendly Halloween fun.and plenty of family-friendly Halloween fun. laylaroseranch.orglaylaroseranch.org MONSTER MASH DANCE PARTYMONSTER MASH DANCE PARTY Oct. 29 6-8pmO
This fall, make your mental wellness part of taking care of yourself. We’re here for you, right here in Fort Worth and Weatherford. Wellness Is More Than What You Can See Fall has a way of filling the calendar. School, work, gatherings, holidays, and everything in between can make it easy to focus on keeping up while putting your own well-being last. At Vigeo Wellness, we believe mental health is anAt Vigeo Wellness, we believe mental health is an essential part of feeling your best. We provide compassionate care for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. Your journey begins with a thorough psychiatric evaluation. Treatment may include therapy, medication management, ketamine infusions, or TMS therapy, all within a warm, spa-like environment designed for healing. When “I’m Fine” Starts to Feel Like a Mask The busy season can make it harder to noticeThe busy season can make it harder to notice when stress, anxiety, sadness, or exhaustion are becoming more than something you can simply push through. And sometimes, the people carrying the most are the ones who have gotten very good at looking like everything is fine. At Vigeo Wellness, you do not have to hide whatAt Vigeo Wellness, you do not have to hide what you are feeling or have everything figured out before you reach out. Our integrative approach meets you where you are, with thoughtful care and treatment options built around your individual needs. 1800 Lone Oak Rd Suite 10, Weatherford, TX 76086 (817) 672-9407 VigeoWellness.com Vigeo at Weatherford 906 W Cannon St. Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX 76104 (817) 634-5521 Vigeo at Fort Worth
One of my favorite things about fall in Willow Park is the feeling that something special is just around the corner. The days grow a little cooler, the evenings arrive a little earlier, and before we know it, our calendars are filled with the tra- ditions that make this season so meaningful. For me, the holidays have always been about family. My sons, their wives, and my granddaughter gather at my home to celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Each holiday brings its own traditions, laughter, and mem- ories, but what I cherish most is having everyone together under one roof. Life moves quickly, and it is easy to get caught up in our busy sched- ules. This season gives us an oppor- tunity to slow down, reconnect, and thank God for the many blessings in our lives. As we welcome fall, I hope every Willow Park family finds time to enjoy the simple moments, cre- ate new memories, and celebrate the people who make life so spe- cial. Wishing you all a wonderful Thanksgiving! The ribbon-cutting ceremony with Upper Trinity Groundwater Conser- vation District for the Rainwater Harvesting Ground Storage Tank and educational sign was sched- uled for Tuesday, September 29, at 11:00 a.m. Both Stuard and Annetta Elementary Schools sent their fifth- grade students to attend. We are also excited to host our 6th Annual Annetta Costume/Decora- tion Contest for Annetta residents. Please look for contest categories /rules on the Town of Annetta web- site, Facebook page, NextDoor, and in the weekly Annetta News article. The Annetta City Council meets monthly on the third Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 450 Thunder Head Lane. Residents are welcome to attend in person or listen online via WebEx. You can reach your town representatives by 817-441-5770 or visiting annettatx.org/city-council. Together, we remain committed to serving our community and plan- ning for the future. Annetta News: Jamee Long, City Secretary/Administrator, celebrated 10 years with the Town of Annetta. We are all grateful that she is part of “Team Annetta!” Mark your cal- endars for the 4th Annual Milkweed Seed Event, scheduled for Saturday, October 17th, from 10am to 12pm at Annetta City Hall. Lunch will follow the event, and we hope you can join us. This year, participants will have the opportunity to make their own milkweed seed paper. Please con- tact City Hall to register. Fall and Halloween are finally here! It’s been an unusually hot summer with 100+ temperatures well into September! It’s nice to finally have cooler temperatures, football sea- son, baseball playoffs and leaves changing color. As of this submit- tal date, the Rangers are neck and neck with the Astros for the West- ern Division title and making the playoffs. Hoping for the Rangers! Once school starts, kids look for- ward to Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas including our first- grade grandson in WISD. Hudson Oaks will have a Halloween Movie Night in the Park this year on Fri- day, October 23. There will be a free movie, free popcorn courtesy of Film Alley, games, candy, local vendors, and a Halloween-themed photo op! Thanksgiving and Christmas ar- en’t far away! Hudson Oaks will host our annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 4th and beginning Saturday, Decem- ber 5th the Christmas Corridor of Lights will begin. Business growth continues in Hudson Oaks with a new Chase Bank and Texas Bank opening - Home 2 Suites is in the final stages of construction! There also happens to be a new annual football rivalry beginning on October 23 when the Weather- ford Roos play at the Aledo Bear- cats now that they’re in the same district. Should be fun! Teresa Palmer Mayor of Willow Park Tom Fitzpatrick Mayor of Hudson Oaks Sandy Roberts Mayor of Town of Annetta Paul Paschall Mayor of Weatherford There are a few things I love about most about fall. The temperature finally starts moving in the right direction, football is back, and it’s a great excuse to spend more time outside. That might mean catching a Tar- leton State football game, sneaking in a couple hours of fishing, plan- ning a weekend trip somewhere new, or simply sitting down for dinner with family. We’re fortunate in Weatherford be- cause there are plenty of ways to slow down and enjoy where we live. Take a walk on one of our trails, spend some time at the lake, or meet a friend for coffee or a good meal. Life can get especially busy head- ing into the holidays. My advice is simple: make time for your people, get outside when you can, and don’t forget to enjoy the season. MEANWHILE, AT CITY HALL760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 24
Robert Schmidt, MD Mayor of Annetta North Traditionally, the delivery of health care in the neighboring commu- nities outside of Fort Worth has been based on a “spoke and wheel” strategy. According to this plan, the major hospital centers remain concentrated within the city limits of Fort Worth and provide a higher level of sophisticated medical care. Outside clinics in neighboring rural communities serve primary care needs and refer complex medical problems to the city hospitals. Due to the rapid growth of Parker County, this business model has now changed. Texas Health Re- sources now plans to break ground on an expanded hospital facility adjacent to the current Emergen- cy Room on I-20. What makes this planned 3-story hospital attractive is that from day one, it will serve not only as a stand-alone hospital but also as a sophisticated tertiary referral center for complex joint replacement surgery for patients all over the Metroplex. The facility will be fully equipped with state- of-the-art technology, far superior to many of the major medical cen- ters in the DFW region. Along with the new University of Texas at Arlington campus, a second H.E.B. and other develop- ments, Parker County businesses are now becoming stand-alone destinations of high-level busi- nesses and no longer serve as outreach facilities in a rural area. As the seasons change, so does the rhythm of life in Aledo! Fall is a special time in our communi- ty, bringing cooler temperatures, Friday night lights at Buchanan Stadium, and the family traditions that make this time of year so memorable. It’s also a great time of year to get outside and enjoy Aledo’s extensive bike trails, taking in the beauty of the season and spending quality time with family and friends. The City has adopted a new budget and lowered the property tax rate for residents, reflecting our com- mitment to responsible financial stewardship while helping ease the burden on local families. The com- prehensive plan and master parks plan are nearing its final stages. This gives residents a direct voice in shaping Aledo’s future. If you haven’t attended an engagement event, there are a few more op- portunities, please check the city’s website. And there’s plenty more to look for- ward to! We can’t wait to celebrate the season together at Christmas Tyme in Aledo on Saturday, Decem- ber 5, from 3–8 p.m. in Downtown Aledo. This year’s festivities will again feature an open-air holiday market along Historic Front Street and a dazzling holiday-themed drone show. This event is an Aledo tradition and creates even more opportunities for neighbors, fam- ilies, and friends to come togeth- er and celebrate the heart of our hometown. Shane Davis Mayor of Aledo MEANWHILE, AT CITY HALL760 MAGAZINES.COM l OCTOBER &NOVEMBER 2026 25
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WOULD YOU RATHER...WOULD YOU RATHER... Circle the left or circle the right, but only pick one on each line! COFFEE BREAK FOR GROWN UPS Drink a magic potion that makes you invisible Be chased by a headless horseman Have a pet bat that sleeps in your backpack Ride a flying broomstick over Parker County Live with The Addams Family Have a pet rat that steals your snacks Have werewolf fur grow on your arms for a week Eat candy corn-flavored barbecue for a week Have a werewolf as your school principal Get trapped in an elevator with a laughing clown Spend a night in a haunted mansion Drink a magic potion that makes you fly Be followed by a zombie cheerleader Have a pet spider that lives in your lunchbox Find a talking pumpkin on your front porch Be followed everywhere by 100 squeaky bats Have a pet crow that is never quiet Have real vampire fangs for a week Drink pumpkin-flavored Dr Pepper for a month Have a witch driving your school bus Get trapped in a bathroom with a talking toilet Spend the night in a corn maze OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR DESIGN & COLOR YOUR OWN PUMPKINDESIGN & COLOR YOUR OWN PUMPKIN Make it funny, spooky, fancy or completely ridiculous WHAT COMES NEXT?WHAT COMES NEXT? Draw & color the object that comes next in the pattern. ANSWERS ON PAGE 5
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