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I Wanted To Fly

In his own words: The military career of WWII pilot William Kelly by William Kelly Special to Hoopla Magazine I enlisted and chose the...

Nashville musician and comedian retires in Weatherford

Growing up in west Texas, Keith Longbotham’s story is not one of a youngster who dreamed of being a big star. He just knew he loved...

Area music legends happy, healthy but still singin’ the blues

Ask any Cajun and they’ll tell you how delicious gator is. And when it’s Gary “Gator” Millhollon teaming up with his great friend Ray...

DeeAnna Krier crowned Ms. Senior World North Texas

DeeAnna Krier understands the excitement that accompanies preparing for a senior pageant. She’s preparing to compete in the Ms. Senior...

Senior pageants allow contestants to refocus on themselves

Janet Standifer’s quote for the day is, “You are never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream.” That quote, by Les Brown, is...

Area hiker preparing for another adventure on the Appalachian Trail

Many folks celebrate retirement by relaxing with a cool drink and a comfortable sunset, or perhaps a round of golf on their favorite...

Longtime DFW musician Wayne Willingham connects with audience through lyrics and sound

"I don’t remember a time in my life where I wasn’t enthralled by music,” Wayne Willingham said. “I was probably singing in the sandbox.”...

Weatherford College honors Coleman for 50 years of service

(Editor's Note: The following article was published in March of 2018. Myrlan Coleman retired two years later in 2020. On Friday, April...

Generations of local music lovers have gathered at Spring Creek Musical

Music has had a major influence in Tim Lewelling’s life. And topping that list is the Spring Creek Musical, a monthly music festival at a...

Springtown's Barney Ash is Not Short on Talent

Barney Ash does a lot more with one hand than many folks do with two. Oh, and he only has three fingers on the one hand he does still...

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