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The November 2024 Beautification Award goes to...
The November 2024 Business Beautification Award, sponsored by Nix Rental Homes, was presented to The Ranch Arrangement for the beautiful work they have done on their building. What was once a feed store is now a furniture store with beautiful rustic gens. From beds to end tables to rugs and decor, they have it all. The Ranch Arrangement receives new merchandise weekly, so you better grab it fast. For more information about The Ranch Arrangement visit www.therancharrangement.com or call
The Parlor Salon and Suites opens.
On November 7, 2024, the Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and Ribbon Cutting Sponsor Mineral Wells Rent All, welcomed The Parlor Salon & Suites to the Chamber family with a ribbon cutting ceremony held at 1304 SE 1st Street. The Parlor Salon and Suites, believes that beauty is not just about appearance; it’s about feeling good inside and out. This modern, inviting salon is designed to provide a relaxing environment where clients can unwind, recharge, and indulge in self-care. The
The November 2024 Member of the Month is...
The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and Member of the Month Sponsor, Waste Connections of Texas, presented the award to Journey Farms. This great organization received the Member of the Month award for the many educational field trips they host on the farm, for the pumpkin patch and for the two Airbnb’s they use to bring people to our amazing community. Thank you Journey Farms for also preserving Yogi, a staple in our community. Be on the look out for Flat Yogi touring our
Mineral Wells Achieves Texas Tourism Friendly Certification, Expands Partnership with the State of T
Mineral Wells, TX – Mineral Wells is excited to announce its completion of the Texas Tourism Friendly Certification, officially becoming the fourth city in Texas to achieve this distinguished recognition. This certification, awarded by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism, reinforces the community’s commitment to providing welcoming, inclusive, and sustainable tourism experiences. Mineral Wells is honored to join other certified cities in Texas that prioritize responsible tourism and
Helping Non Profit organizations is there mail goal.
The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce was honored to host The Brazos Foundation for their October meeting and ribbon cutting ceremony, sponsored by Mineral Wells Rent-All. The Brazos Foundation presented grants to local non-profit organizations making a difference in our community. Congratulations to the recipients of the grants and thank you to The Brazos Foundation for your continued support and dedication to uplifting our community. Together, we're building a brighter future!"
Mineral Wells Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau snares four Texas Travel Awards
MINERAL WELLS -- The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Bureau this week received four Texas Travel Awards. Two of the awards were based on market size; one was a statewide honor; and one was a People’s Choice Award based on online voting. The awards are:Under the Radar Activity (by population): Mineral Wells Fossil ParkVisitor Center (by population): Mineral Wells Visitor CenterRevitalization (statewide): Mineral Wells DowntownBest Destination for Outdoor Adventures (People’s
Rep. Rogers files bill aiming to designate Mineral Wells the ‘Wellness Capital of Texas’
AUSTIN – State Rep. Glenn Rogers has formally filed a pre-Legislative-session bill that, if approved, would designate Mineral Wells as “The Wellness Capital of Texas.” State lawmakers will convene in January. Austin news outlet KXAN on Tuesday first reported the bill’s filing on its website. Rogers, R-Graford, was quoted as saying Mineral Wells and the surrounding area “has become an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking wellness experiences.” Mineral Wells and Palo Pinto County are
The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau moving downtown
MINERAL WELLS – The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on Thursday unanimously approved relocating the Chamber offices and the Tourism and Visitors Bureau downtown to the Poston’s Building. The Chamber will be sharing space in the historic Poston’s Building, located on North Oak Avenue, with City of Mineral Wells Economic Development and Main Street offices. Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO David May said this is a very strategic move that will benefit the
Casey James to perform at 97th Annual Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet
MINERAL WELLS – Music recording artist Casey James is returning to Mineral Wells this September to perform at the 97th Annual Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet. A Millsap High School graduate and former Cool resident, Casey blasted his way onto the national music scene with his riveting performances and third-place finish on season nine of “American Idol.” Set for Sept. 29th in the Crazy Water Plaza pavilion, this year’s banquet, themed “Boots and Bling,” is presented by First
CELEBRATION: Ground breaking ceremony for The Wells takes place
MINERAL WELLS – Dozens of people turned out Wednesday morning to celebrate the start of construction on the first planned residential development ever in Mineral Wells. The event took place at the western edge of the 113-acre tract located along Garrett Morris Parkway between U.S. Highway 180 East and Municipal High 379. The development is called The Wells. When completed, the three-phase project will total 486 homes in a master-planned setting including some 12 acres of green space, walking trails, a
SHARK! Mineral Wells Fossil Park visitor makes rare find
11th Annual Crazy Fossil Dig set for Oct. 16 MINERAL WELLS, Texas – Visitors to Mineral Wells Fossil Park typically find and take home varieties of crinoids (sea lilies), trilobites, echinoids (urchins), brachiopods, pelecypods (clams and oysters), bryozoans, corals, trilobites (arthropods), plants -- and sometimes a piece of a prehistoric shark. That is what happened on Aug. 27 when Los Angeles resident Jeff Parshley visited the fossil park. Parshley was in Mineral Wells as part of a 42-day RV
Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce takes a formal position on redistricting
MINERAL WELLS, Texas -- The U.S. Census Bureau has provided 2020 Census numbers to the Texas Legislature. Surprisingly, Palo Pinto County officially showed very little population growth from the last Census count. Census numbers are used by the Legislature to redistrict its House and Senate districts. Gov. Greg Abbott has called a special session beginning September 20, 2021, to address redistricting.There are 150 Texas House districts, including House District 60 that encompasses Brown, Callahan, Coleman,
