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10/18/2025

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
103 PM CDT Sat Oct 18 2025

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northern Hunt County in north central Texas...
Western Delta County in north central Texas...
West central Lamar County in north central Texas...
Southeastern Fannin County in north central Texas...

* Until 200 PM CDT.

* At 103 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Celeste, or 8
miles northwest of Greenville, moving northeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
Wolfe City around 120 PM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include
Neylandville, Kellogg, Noble, Kingston, Clinton, Dial, Ladonia, Bug
Tussle, Petty, and Fairlie.

This includes Interstate 30 between mile markers 94 and 98.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from
windows.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Move indoors immediately. Lightning can kill.

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LAT...LON 3367 9579 3326 9578 3304 9624 3327 9628
3350 9614
TIME...MOT...LOC 1803Z 230DEG 22KT 3322 9618

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH

10/18/2025

10/13/2025

With gratitude and reflection, we announce the closing of Growler Pines. Since its founding, Growler Pines has been more than a facility—it has been a place of learning, inspiration, and compassion, built upon the vision and dedication of Ryan Easley. Many visitors were surprised to learn that Growler Pines was not a large corporation or a funded foundation, but rather a family-run Preserve, sustained entirely by hard work, passion, and the shared belief that conservation begins with care. Ryan believed deeply in the bond between people and animals and worked tirelessly to remind us that every encounter with wildlife is an opportunity to spark care, curiosity, and commitment to conservation.
Ryan poured his soul into this, our forever home. He believed in giving animals not just a home, but a purpose—to educate, inspire, and remind people of our shared responsibility to protect the natural world. Every nail and post driven, every enclosure and display built, all reflected his hands-on commitment to doing things the right way, not the easy way.
As we make this difficult decision to close, we do so with Ryan’s values and legacy guiding our every decision. The animals of Growler Pines have been lovingly rehomed to facilities that share the same uncompromising commitment to care, enrichment, and conservation that Ryan championed. These placements ensure that each animal continues to thrive in an environment where their welfare is paramount, and where they can continue to inspire future generations about the importance of protecting wildlife, just as Ryan intended.
We know that Growler Pines touched many lives through visits, educational programs, and the simple joy of seeing Ryan’s passion reflected in the animals he cared for. While our facility is closing, the spirit of Growler Pines lives on through its animals, its mission, and the countless memories it created.
To everyone who supported us—whether you visited, volunteered, donated, or shared Ryan’s story—thank you. Your kindness made this journey possible. Growler Pines may have been built from the ground up by one man’s dream and a family’s determination, but it was sustained by a community that believed in compassion and conservation.
Our gates may close but Ryan’s legacy remains forever sealed in the lives he touched—human and animals alike. His spirit will continue to echo in every roar, every pawprint, and every moment someone chooses to care more deeply for the world around them.

10/11/2025

Thank you for another successful Classic CarFest at Choctaw Casino and Resort in Grant . We appreciate everyone that came out

10/11/2025

Come see us today at Classic CarFest at Choctaw Casino and Resort in Grant

10/11/2025

Today is the day . It’s the 14th annual Classic CarFest at Choctaw Casino and Resort in Grant . Come on over and see these beautiful cars and trucks . Free for spectators

10/08/2025

Check out the latest! Caleb Lathrop live with Barry Diamond

https://paynecast.com/shows/details/live-with-barry-diamond/2

10/07/2025

10/07/2025

Prayers for complete healing for our friend Cody Johnson.

10/02/2025

ALL NEW, and it starts on Monday!

09/30/2025

It has been brought to our attention that we have a little scam going on to win our State Fair Of Texas Tickets . If you see this post that says , Enter Now The Next Step , that is not us . The only rules to win is share and comment .

09/29/2025

Who wants to win a family pack of 4 tickets to the State Fair Of Texas . Comment and Share to win .