Keene Chronicle

10/19/2024

Hopefully the $500k road grant doesn’t turn into the boondoggle that this $200k TxDOT grant has become!!

10/16/2024

Got released from ICU this afternoon…one small step…

10/14/2024

Happy Birthday Jerry..

10/07/2024

Things are progressing...Olive Garden on West Henderson Street and H TEA O on Nolan River Road as of Oct 6th.

10/06/2024

The UP "Big Boy No. 4014" is on its way to/through Johnson County.

Wednesday October 9 the "Big Boy" will leave West, Texas at 2:15pm heading to Fort Worth. As one of America’s most iconic railroads, Union Pacific retains its historical equipment and honors its storied past. Case in point: the preservation of Big Boy No. 4014. In May 2019, after a 58-year retirement and three-year restoration project, Big Boy returned to service and regained its title as the world’s largest operating steam locomotive.

Big Boy should pass through Grandview, TX around 3pm, if it departs West, Texas at 2:15pm. Great photo opportunity just north of Grandview as it crosses the old iron RR bridge on its way to Western Alvarado estimated 3:25pm. Next good spot to view is in Egan (FM2280 at FM917) at 3:40pm and then on to Burleson at 4:00pm. Station 330 in Burleson (Burlseson is a no whistle area) would be an exellent spot to watch it but not hear the wonderful steam whistlepass through Burleson on its final leg to Fort Worth.
All times are approximate...watch for updates as the time draws closer and Big Boy leaves West, Texas.

10/06/2024

This Week at State Historic Sites
• Oct 5: Bird Watching, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
• Oct 5: Chinking and Daubing, San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
• Oct 5: Frontier Regiment of the High Plains, Goodnight Ranch, Goodnight
• Oct 5: Meet a Texas Revolution Reenactor, Presidio La Bahia, Goliad
• Oct 5: A Journey of Love and Duty: A Play by Ruth Lawler, Landmark Inn, Castroville
• Oct 9: Fire!: Arms Demo, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
• Oct 11-12: Living History Days, Fort Griffin, Albany
• Oct 12: Spinning and Weaving, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
• Oct 12: Birds, Bees, and Trees - With Texas Master Naturalists, San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
• Oct 12: Ladies Crafts and Skills, San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
• Oct 12: Campaign Briefing: Okinawa, National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
• Oct 12: Eisenhower Birthday Celebration, Eisenhower Birthplace, Denison
• Oct 12: Comet Watch Party (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), Fort Griffin, Albany

10/04/2024

Jonathon Seitz was voted to be Keene's next city manager at 11:56pm October 3 by the Keene Council in a 5-1 vote.

Here is wishing him the best of luck and the ability to keep a strong backbone to lead the city and council to better days!

He will start in 6 weeks, after he successfully passes his background check.

10/02/2024

Allsup’s Construction is also underway on stores at:

100 E. U.S. Highway 67 in Keene in Johnson County (expected to open in late November)

9704 Highway 87 in Lubbock

2450 Southeast Access Road in Mount Vernon (expected to open in early October)

10/01/2024

Alsups in Keene is making progress…moving forward! Won’t be long before you can try their world famous deep fried burritos!!

09/24/2024

Share memories & support the family

09/23/2024

SWAU Alumni WEEKEND 2025 will be March 21-23, 2025...NOT April as it has been in previous years!

Save the DATE in 2025!

09/19/2024

Amazing...there is not a resignation letter in Brent Batla personnel file in Keene and the council wants to replace him this next Tuesday! Is it possible Keene might be paying 2 city manager's salaries after Tuesday, if Foster and Belz gets their wishes for an additional agenda item on the Tuesday meeting??

He did write a resignation letter to the City of Burleson in 2019.

09/19/2024

Debra Powledge, Director of Human Resources, has been promoted to the newly created Assistant City Manager position.

September 19, 2024 Leadership Transition Brings Exciting Chapter to the City (http://www.cleburne.net/civicalerts.aspx?AID=988)

The City of Cleburne is undergoing two important changes within its leadership team, highlighting the City’s continued focus on progress, excellence and employee development. Debra Powledge, Director of Human Resources, has been promoted to the newly created Assistant City Manager position. Out of more than 100 candidates in a national search, Debra distinguished herself as an exceptional choice. She has served the City of Cleburne with outstanding service for more than 15 years and has played a pivotal role in fostering a culture of inclusivity, employee engagement and forward-thinking strategies. In her new position as Assistant City Manager, she will continue to drive positive change among departments and spearhead critical initiatives for the benefit of the community. As the City celebrates this promotion, it is also an opportunity to recognize the outstanding contributions of Rhonda Daugherty, the City’s Finance Director, who is retiring after her years of service to the City of Cleburne. Rhonda has been the driving force of the City’s financial operations, guiding the City through numerous successful financial initiatives and ensuring long-term fiscal responsibility and accountability. Under her leadership, the finance team has earned several awards related to fiscal responsibility and transparent budgeting. While her expertise will be missed, we are excited for her as she begins this well-deserved next chapter. The City will soon be looking to fill the positions of Human Resources Director and Finance Director through a comprehensive search process. We are confident these roles will be filled by individuals who will continue to drive positive change and contribute to the City's growth and success, building upon the success of their predecessors. View it on website (http://www.cleburne.net/civicalerts.aspx?AID=988)

09/19/2024

09/18/2024

09/12/2024

Things to do in CLEBURNE in the month of September

Every Wednesday: Trivia @ Soul Fire Brewing Co
Every Friday: Live Music @ Soul Fire Brewing Co
Aug 28 through Sept 14: Plaza Theatre- the Pirates of Penzance
Sept 11: Cleburne Public Library-Preschool Storytime 10:30am
Sept 11: JN Long Painting with Oils- A Beginner Oil Painting Class 12:30pm-4:30pm
Sept 11: Cleburne Public Library- Math Tutor 4pm-6pm
Sept 11: Patriot Day City of Cleburne 911 -Beam at Yellow Jacket Stadium 7am-6pm
Sept 11: Soul Fire Brewing Cleburne- Trivia Wed 6pm-9pm
Sept 11: JN Long Cultural Art Paint Night 6:30pm-8:30pm
Sept 11: Free Pool Wednesday- Hilltop Barn Doors open at 5pm
Sept:12: Cleburne Regional Airport- Food Truck Thursday- 11am-2pm
Sept 12: JN Long Painting with Oils- A Beginner Oil Painting Class 12:30pm-4:30pm
Sept 12: Cleburne Public Library Book Club 3pm-4pm
Sept 12: Cleburne Public Library- Read Aloud Juvenile Book 5:30pm-6:30pm
Sept 12: Trivia Thursday- Wild Break Brewing/ Johnson County Distillery
Sept 12: Fly by Knight Cattle Company- Live Music 6pm-9pm
Sept 12: Soul Fire Brewing Cleburne- Take a Chance Live Music 7:30-11pm
Sept 12: Hilltop Barn- Dance Class & Karaoke 7pm
Sept 12: Plaza Theatre- The Pirates of Penzance 7:30pm-10:00pm
Sept 13: St John Vianney Catholic Church - Golf Scramble 9am-5pm
Sept 13: Hilltop Barn Karaoke open at 5pm Music-8pm
Sept 13: Plaza Theatre- The Pirates of Penzance 7:30pm-10:00pm
Sept 13 Soul Fire Brewing Cleburne- Brewery's Live Music Night 7pm
Sept 13: Chances Dance Hall -Live Music 9:30pm-2:00am
Sept 13: Carnegie Players Present- Wait until Dark-7:30pm-9:30pm
Sept 14: Cleburne State Park- Birding 101-9am
Sept 14: JN Long Cultural Arts Center- Sewing 101- magic Pillow 10am-12pm
Sept 14: JN Long Cultural Arts Center- Pottery Class 11am
Sept 14: Mug on the Square- Book Signing with Jaqueline Johnson 1pm-4pm
Sept 14: Carnegie Players Present- Wait until Dark- 2:30-4:30 & 7:30pm-9:30pm
Sept 14: Plaza Theatre- the Pirates of Penzance 3pm-5:30pm & 7:30pm-10:00pm
Sept 14: St. John Vianney Catholic Church Sat. Vigil Mass 4pm
Sept 14: Pollo Rosa Vineyard and Winery-End of Summer Bash 5pm
Sept 14: Hilltop Barn Live Music open at 5pm Music-8pm
Sept 14: Soul Fire Brewing Cleburne- Karaoke Night -7pm
Sept 14: Carnegie Players Present- Wait until Dark- 2:30-4:30 & 7:30pm-9:30pm
Sept 15: Dungeons & Dragons-Wild Break Brewing & Johnson Co. Distillery 3-6pm
Sept 16: Cleburne Public Library- Crochet Circle-5pm-8pm
Sept 16: Cleburne Public Library- Chess Club/Game Night 5:30pm-8:30pm
Sept 16: Cleburne Public Library-Read Aloud Picture Book Club 6pm-7pm
Sept 16: Cleburne Public Library- Cricut 101 Class 6:30pm-7:30pm
Sept 16: Hilltop Barn Pool Tournament 5-12pm
Sept 17: Cleburne Public Library-Toddler Storytime 10:30am
Sept 17: Hilltop Barn Open Mic Night 5pm
Sept 17: Bingo at the Brewery- Soul Fire Brewing Co. 6:30pm-7:45pm
Sept 17: Songbird Live - Ana Vidovic at 7:30pm
Sept 18: Cleburne Public Library-Preschool Storytime 10:30am
Sept 18: Cleburne Public Library- Math Tutor 4pm-6pm
Sept 18: Soul Fire Brewing Cleburne- Trivia Wed 6pm-9pm
Sept 19: Chisholm Trail Museum- Movie Night On the Trail 5:30pm
Sept 19: Fly By Night Cattle Co. Steakhouse- Murder Mystery Dinner 6pm
Sept 20: Antique Alley starts at 10am

09/10/2024

The Johnson County Genealogical Society will meet at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, September 12 at Dillon Depot, 302 North Anglin, Cleburne. You are invited to come at six if you would like to have refreshments before the meeting--say a hot dog or ice cream. My favorite is a root beer float.


Sheryl Rascher will present "Leaving a Legacy". Sheryl is with the Erath County Genealogical Society and a published author. In October, Marilyn Hay will present "Eight Things You Didn't Know about Family Tree Maker".

Iva Foster, Vice President
Johnson County Genealogical Society

09/08/2024

I took time this evening to see the move REAGAN at the Cleburne Cinemark. If you like reliving history and being reminded of historical incidents...you will enjoy this 2 hour movie, at least I did!

It is not a documentary...it is a movie made for entertainment.