🤠 Willow Park Sued Over $500M Development

Happy late President’s Day! I hope many of you were able to enjoy a long weekend with the beautiful summer February weather we had. There is plenty to discuss this week, so buckle up!

In today’s Weatherford Wrangler:

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🏛 The Cities of Fort Worth and Aledo File a Lawsuit Against Willow Park

According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the cities of Fort Worth and Aledo have filed a lawsuit against Willow Park, claiming the city illegally annexed 321 acres of land for a planned $500 million mixed-use development near I-20 and FM 1187. They argue the land was not legally connected to Willow Park and lies within Fort Worth’s and Aledo’s extraterritorial jurisdictions.

The lawsuit seeks to invalidate the annexation and halt development, though no monetary damages are requested. The disputed property, owned by developer Robert Beall, could roughly double Willow Park’s sales tax revenue, making the case financially significant. Stay tuned, this should be interesting.

✅ Early Voting Begins Today

Go out and vote! Early voting for the March 3 primary begins TODAY. This gives you two weeks to cast ballots before Election Day. State and federal positions are up for a vote; however, the local precinct and judge positions are a higher priority to most in Parker County. You can visit a list of the local, state, and federal candidates here.

Also, you can view polling locations here. These locations will be open daily through Feb. 27, including weekend hours. Residents can vote at any early voting site countywide through Friday evening for convenience

📚 Second Hand Bookstore Opens in Aledo

Local non-profit Friends of the Aledo Public Library is opening a bookstore, Second Story Books, in downtown Aledo at 213 Mesquite Street. Soft opening will be Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 10:00-2:00. Go check them out! Also, if you ever need a meeting space, they will have upstairs rooms that are available to rent.

🏠 Parker County January Housing Report is in

See below for an image provided by the Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors. Overall, the real estate market has stayed relatively flat in Parker County year over year.

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Get ready for Boots and Bling!!

This Saturday, February 21st, the biggest party in Parker County is taking over the River Ranch Stockyards! The Parker County Health Foundation is hosting its annual Boots & Bling Gala, and it’s shaping up to be a legendary night.

Texas country singer Red Shahan is taking the stage, and the auctions are always packed with items that’ll have you checking your bank account. But the best part? 100% of the funds raised stay right here in Parker County. 100% of the proceeds are going to support 9 different local nonprofits. Every dollar helps local neighbors get the medical care they need through partners like Center of Hope and Manna Storehouse.

Tickets may be sold out by the time this newsletter is delivered. If you’re unable to get a ticket in time, you can consider donating to the Parker County Health Foundation or one of the partnering charities.

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⚜️ Weatherford College is hosting a Mardi Gras Festival tonight! Get ready for a night of fun, music, and celebration at his family-friendly event you won't want to miss.

.🎉 Finish Line Bar in Aledo is hosting a Bingo Night on Wednesday, 2/18, from 7:30-9:30 PM. Go check it out and have a chance to win some prizes!

🎭 Theatre off the Square presents a new show, Tabletop on the Stage, on February 20th. Join TOTS for an exciting night of sword-swinging and spell-slinging!

🕺 Disco Night is coming to Lonestar Bar and Backyard on Saturday at 9:30 PM. Break out the bell-bottoms, shine up those boots, and get ready to dance the night away! Tickets are $40 at the door.

😂 Film Alley is hosting live Comedy again! Check out Shawna Blake as she headlines on Saturday at 9:00 PM. Tickets are $20.

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We cannot link all these. If you’re interested, go look them up!

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