<![CDATA[ Latest articles - Pilot Point Post-Signal ]]> https://www.postsignal.com/articles en Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:11 -0500 <![CDATA[POLICE REPORT]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1959,police-report https://www.postsignal.com/article/1959,police-report Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:11 -0500Aubrey Police Department logged 185 calls during the week of March 2329. Cross Roads Police Department received 40 calls for service between March 23-29. Krugerville Police Department reported calls t Aubrey Police Department logged 185 calls during the week of March 2329. Cross Roads Police Department received 40 calls for service between March 23-29. Krugerville Police Department reported calls the weeks of March 16-27. Pilot Point Police Department responded to 98 calls during the week of March 22-27.

CRASH – A three-vehicle accident with no report of injury was reported Sunday to CRPD near the intersection of U.S. 380 and FM 424.

DWI – A traffic stop investigation Saturday by Cross Roads police resulted in the female driver, 45, being arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated in the 6500 block of U.S. 380.

INTERFERENCE – On Saturday, a 29-year-old was arrested by Aubrey PD on a charge of interference with emergency request for assistance in the 800 block of Glover Drive.

CRASH – A single-vehicle crash investigation with no report of injury was dispatched March 27 to Cross Roads PD near the intersection of FM 424 and Fishtrap Road.

SHOPLIFTING – A retailer reported to Cross Roads police March 27 that a man and woman took power tools and left when confronted in the 3400 block of U.S. 377.

ANIMAL BITE – An animal bite was reported March 27 to PPPD in the 300 block of Main Street.

CRASH – A two-vehicle accident was investigated March 27 by Cross Roads PD near the intersection of Walmart Drive and U.S. 380. One injury was reported.

THEFT – A man, 55, reportedly committing theft March 26 received a criminal trespass warning from CRPD in the 11700 block of U.S. 380.

ACCIDENT – A threevehicle accident with no reported injuries was investigated by Krugerville police March 26 near the intersection of U.S. 377 and Stewart Road.

ASSAULT – Aubrey police arrested a 26-year-old March 26 on a charge of assault causes bodily injury/ family violence.

THEFT – A retailer reported the theft of a trailer to Cross Roads police March 26 in the 6000 block of U.S. 377.

ARREST – A Cross Roads PD traffic stop investigation March 26 led to the arrest of a man, 27, on an outstanding warrant charge in the 10000 block of U.S. 380.

BURGLARY – A burglary of habitation was reported to Pilot Point police March 26 in the 800 block of East Northside Drive.

WARRANT – A 27-yearold was arrested March 26 by APD on a Denton County Sheriff’s Office warrant in the 100 block of South Main Street.

CRIMINAL TRESPASS – On March 25, Pilot Point PD received a report of criminal trespass in the 200 block of South Church Street.

POSSESSION – A Cross Roads police investigation March 25 led to finding suspected narcotics which were submitted for further analysis in the 10000 block of U.S. 380.

THEFT – A theft of property less than $2,500 was dispatched to Pilot Point police March 25 in the 400 block of South U.S. 377.

AGENCY ASSIST – Around 8:30 p.m. March 24, KVPD assisted an outside agency in the 100 block of Live Oak Drive.

FRAUD – Pilot Point PD responded to a report of fraud use/possession of identifying information March 24 in the 3600 block of East McKinney Street.

ASSAULT – A 36-yearold was arrested March 24 by Aubrey police on a charge of assault family violence with previous conviction in the 2000 block of Welsh Lane.

THEFT – A theft call was dispatched March 24 to PPPD in the 14500 block of Lovelace Street.

NOISE – A noise complaint was investigated by Krugerville police March 24 in the 100 block of Texas Ash Drive.

FRAUD – A bank reported March 24 to Cross Roads PD the receipt of a fraudulent check in the 11700 block of U.S. 380.

ARREST – A woman, 58, was arrested on a felony warrant charge around 6:30 a.m. March 24 by Krugerville police during a traffic stop in the 400 block of Chestnut Street. She was taken to the Denton County Jail.

ASSAULT – A juvenile was arrested March 23 by APD on charges of assault causes bodily injury/family violence in the 1400 block of Trace Drive.

RUNAWAY – Aubrey PD investigated a teenager on a juvenile probation violation/ runaway March 23 in the 1800 block of Ventasso Boulevard.

THEFT – Pilot Point police investigated a theft/recovered property call March 23 in the 700 block of South U.S. 377.

ASSAULT – On March 23, Aubrey police arrested a juvenile on a charge of assault causes bodily injury in the 3600 block of Hunter Street.

UNLAWFUL RESTRAINT – Pilot Point PD made an arrest March 22 for charges of interfering with public duties, unlawful restraint, assault causes bodily injury family member and interfering with emergency request for assistance in the 600 block of West Gould Street.

WELFARE CONCERN – Krugerville police received a welfare concern call at 12:51 p.m. March 16 in the 4600 block of U.S. 377.

-Kim Fleming

]]> <![CDATA[Three vie for PPISD place]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1973,three-vie-for-ppisd-place https://www.postsignal.com/article/1973,three-vie-for-ppisd-place Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Three candidates—Mark Harpool, Amy McEvoy and Kirsten Peoples— are running for Pilot Point ISD school board Place 2 for the May 2 election.Harpool has lived in Pilot Point for 20 years, and he has ser Three candidates—Mark Harpool, Amy McEvoy and Kirsten Peoples— are running for Pilot Point ISD school board Place 2 for the May 2 election.

Harpool has lived in Pilot Point for 20 years, and he has served two years on the PPYSA board and as president of the Pilot Point Family and Friends of the FFA & 4-H from May 2020 to May 2022.

Harpool also enjoys getting involved through benefit auctions and with the school district.

“I would like to see the city and the ISD working more closely together,” Harpool said.

He added that he believes his background in construction and project management will help achieve that goal.

“I get to see lots of different communities that are growing as fast or faster than Pilot Point,” Harpool said. “I see a lot of things that they're doing that maybe we could implement here in Pilot Point. … I see that because I'm in that field and would like to be a bridge to help guide some of the growth.”

If elected, Harpool’s other priorities are to improve the relationship between the district and staff.

“I really want to make Pilot Point ISD shine above all others around,” Harpool said.

McEvoy has lived in Pilot Point for 13 years and has served on the Pilot Point ISD board for six consecutive years since being elected in 2020. If elected, this would be McEvoy’s third term.

She’s been a registered nurse for 30 years, and she emphasized the importance of advocating for the health and wellness of staff and students.

McEvoy shared that she was involved early in the process of the bond for the new high school and hopes to remain on the board to advocate for the design and implementation of safety and mental health features to serve current and future residents.

“They want their children to go to school in happy environments—clean, safe, welcoming,” McEvoy said. “That's what I want to see as a district, and I'd like to be a part of that to help make that vision happen.”

Some of her other priorities include continuing to support the district’s current work, reporting and monitoring data and trends, and supporting Superintendent Dr. Shannon Fuller’s vision to build on culture.

Peoples has been a Pilot Point resident for three and a half years and is involved in the Pilot Point Family and Friends of the FFA & 4-H, the Pilot Point Booster Club, the Pilot Point Band Boosters and the PTO.

She was attracted to the area for the affordable housing and the growing communities.

Peoples shared how she would handle the city’s growth if elected.

“I do anticipate there to be plenty of challenges for us to get through,” Peoples said. “However, I feel as long as we can just keep communication going and making sure the citizens and the staff feel heard, I feel like that's really going to help us in the mix.”

She added that if elected, her top priorities are to maintain transparency between the board and residents, make information easily accessible to residents so they can feel more involved and help where needed.

“My main goal is to get out there, listen and try to help make the best decisions that we can make for the community,” Peoples said.

Early voting for the May 2 election opens April 20 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

On April 21, polls are closed in observance of San Jacinto Day.

They will reopen from April 22-25, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; April 26, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; and April 27-28, from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

During early voting, registered voters can go to any polling location within their county of residence.

On Election Day, residents must go to their specific precinct polling location. All the polling locations will be open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on May 2.

Mark Harpool
Amy McEvoy
Kirsten Peoples
]]> <![CDATA[Auction ropes in $75K for ag]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1972,auction-ropes-in-75k-for-ag https://www.postsignal.com/article/1972,auction-ropes-in-75k-for-ag Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500The Pilot Point Family and Friends of the FFA and 4-H brought in $75,000 to support the students on Saturday.Community members filled the Star at the Lone Star Lodge and Marina to the brim to support The Pilot Point Family and Friends of the FFA and 4-H brought in $75,000 to support the students on Saturday.

Community members filled the Star at the Lone Star Lodge and Marina to the brim to support a good cause.

'It's always amazing to see the community come together to support our Pilot Point students who are involved in agriculture,' club President Lacrica Olson said. 'We appreciate all of our sponsors, buyers, donors and students who made the ag mech projects.'

Sixty-three students helped prepare auction items for the auction, which included a backyard bar, an Argentina grill, multiple fire pits, a metal and wood American flag, custom furniture and an oak barrel hammock.

Chad Chance again served as auctioneer, with spotters Mark Harpool, Randy Pels and Jeff Weber watching like hawks for raised paddles.

'It's one of my favorites,' Chance said of the FFA and 4-H auction. 'I always love raising money for the kids.'

He takes a hands-on approach to helping the students, too, by mentoring students in the knife-making process.

'We've been making knives now, I think, at least six years, and it's amazing,' he said. 'The kids enjoy it and I get to know them better. When they started going to a kids-made project, at least for a portion of it, it's just made the auction.'

Lora Renfro, who is a PPFFA mom and a PPISD trustee, said it was a special night.

'We do a lot of hard work all year,' she said. 'It's really fun to come together and raise a lot of money for them.'

One of the most enthusiastic bidders of the night was Boone Bland, the 3-year-old son of Bubba and Ashley Bland, at the Sure Fire Concrete Inc. table.

Twice, the youngest bidder stuck his arm in the air, keeping his paddle up so he didn't miss the items he wanted, especially for the John Deere rideon gator.

'See, you could take lessons from him,' Chance said, goading the room to bid. 'He just held his paddle in the air, ladies and gentlemen.'

Multiple Pilot Point FFA and 4-H alumni returned to spend the evening in support of the program, including Athletic Director Chad Worrell and more recent Pilot Point graduates Noah Pelzel and Sydney Bickers.

'Every year I showed 4-H or FFA,' Worrell said. '… My wonderful ag teachers—Lloyd Smith was one of my favorite teachers that I had and had a huge impact on my life. So, it's great to come out and support the kids and raise money to help support their projects.'

Pilot Point ISD Superintendent Dr. Shannon Fuller agreed.

'This is the first event that I went to two years ago when I started, … so it's the third time that I've been,' Fuller said.

She added that the dinner and auction has an 'overall culture and spirit' of being 'so warm and friendly and inviting.'

'It just keeps getting better every year,' Fuller said.

PPHS Principal Marzia Infante brought her family to enjoy the dinner and auction together.

'It's so, so great to see all the families and the community come together to support our students,' she said. '… [With] their projects, lots of hard work, blood, sweat and tears went into these projects.'

Savannah Olson demonstrates one of the 70 live auction items while auctioneer Chad Chance drives up the bids at the Pilot Point Family and Friends of the FFA and 4-H dinner and auction Saturday. Olson was one of several students demonstrating the items for sale. Abigail Bardwell/The Post-Signal
]]> <![CDATA[Aubrey council says yes to Walmart]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1971,aubrey-council-says-yes-to-walmart https://www.postsignal.com/article/1971,aubrey-council-says-yes-to-walmart Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Aubrey is set to have a Walmart at the corner of Spring Hill Road and U.S. 377 in 2029.The Aubrey Municipal Development District worked with the developer to bring the retailer to the city.'This proje Aubrey is set to have a Walmart at the corner of Spring Hill Road and U.S. 377 in 2029.

The Aubrey Municipal Development District worked with the developer to bring the retailer to the city.

'This project represents a significant investment in Aubrey, brings a major retail anchor store to the community and supports long-term economic development along the U.S. 377 corridor,' City Manager Charles Kreidler said at the March 26 council meeting.

The location will be at the northeast corner of the intersection and will serve as the anchor for the retail development at that corner.

The council had approved the agreement as 'Project Anchor' in January, Kreidler said.

'Since that time, staff has worked closely with the Highpointe commercial developer and Walmart Incorporated to execute the agreement that will provide a strong economic benefit to the city, while incorporating performance-based protections under the agreement,' he said.

The store will be at least 150,000 square feet and must make a 'minimum of a $40 million private investment,' and 'create and maintain at least 200 full-time equivalent jobs' to satisfy the deal.

It must also be ready to open by Dec. 31, 2029.

'Walmart will be responsible for construction of a regional collector road, which is a critical infrastructure component for this area,' Kreidler added, which will go from east of Aubrey High School to U.S. 377 at De Moye Lane.

Walmart's benefits include $5.5 million from the city for the project and $2.5 million from the Aubrey MDD in the form of sales tax reimbursement for 10 years, known as a Chapter 380 agreement, similar to ones in place in Frisco, Melissa and Celina.

'These incentives are funded only from new revenue generated by Walmart, while ensuring that both the city and the … municipal development district retain a portion of the sales tax to support ongoing services and future growth,' Kreidler said. 'If the project does not perform, the incentives are not paid.'

The council also accepted its Fiscal Year 2025 audit, which was a clean, unmodified audit.

Roger Tovar, a CPA with Whitley Penn, shared the evaluation of the audit with the council.

'The modified opinion, … some people call it a clean opinion, … is the high- est level of assurance that you can obtain on a financial statement audit, and obviously that's the best opinion you can get on a financial statement audit,' Tovar said. 'We did issue an unmodified opinion on your financial statements.'

The firm also did the required testing on the city's financial controls because it does 'receive federal funding,' Tovar said.

'We have no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses to report for financial reporting,' he added. 'We also have no instances of noncompliance and no instances of fraud that we became aware of during the audit.'

He also shared that the city had 'a huge increase in your current assets' as well as to long-term liabilities.

'Most of that was driven by just having more cash, more investments, due to the issuance of your bonds,' Tovar said.

He also said the city has enough in reserves to operate for 265 days if an emergency arose.

'Typically anywhere between 60 and 120 days is considered to be healthy,' Tovar said.

The council also voted to approve a bid of $45,700 with Plummer Associates for the Rockhill Street Well Corrosivity Engineer Report and to approve the AMDD's Targeted Improvement Grants for $30,000 per grant with a cap of $200,000 without having to come back to council for individual approvals.

]]> <![CDATA[Man drowns at Ray Rob]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1970,man-drowns-at-ray-rob https://www.postsignal.com/article/1970,man-drowns-at-ray-rob Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500A 63-year-old Sanger man died following an incident on Lake Ray Roberts on March 29.The Texas Game Wardens, Texas State Park Police, Lewisville Fire Department and their Dive Team, Pilot Point and Den A 63-year-old Sanger man died following an incident on Lake Ray Roberts on March 29.

The Texas Game Wardens, Texas State Park Police, Lewisville Fire Department and their Dive Team, Pilot Point and Denton Fire Departments and Towboat US worked together to respond to the call.

“According to witnesses, [Charles] Luksich had jumped off a boat to swim and cool down on March 29,” according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement division. “After some time, he went underwater and did not resurface.”

The call came in around 5:20 p.m., which is when the wardens, state park police and partner agencies took to the lake to search for Luksich.

“Our thoughts are with Mr. Luksich’s family and friends during this difficult time,” the TPWD Law Enforcement said in a statement. “We appreciate the Texas State Park Police, Lewisville Fire Department and their Dive Team, Pilot Point and Denton Fire Departments and Towboat US, for their assistance in the search.”

Luksich’s body was recovered on Monday.

“We can confirm that the victim was not wearing a personal floatation device,” the TPWD Law Enforcement statement said.

]]> <![CDATA[Tioga students encourage STEM]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1969,tioga-students-encourage-stem https://www.postsignal.com/article/1969,tioga-students-encourage-stem Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Snow couldn’t stop the show this time.Tioga’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America hosted its first Women in STEM Career Day for second to eighth graders in the elementary school library Ma Snow couldn’t stop the show this time.

Tioga’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America hosted its first Women in STEM Career Day for second to eighth graders in the elementary school library March 26.

“It’s been definitely a labor of love,” Tioga’s FCCLA Adviser Christi Crowe said, describing Emily Ballinger and Lacie Gray’s project.

The event was originally set for January but had to be postponed due to Winter Storm Fern.

Ballinger and Gray had to quickly pivot to find another date that worked for the presenters, teachers and students, ultimately settling on the March date.

Despite the stress and long hours it took to plan, the students said it was worth it.

“It makes me so proud that we were able to get this many people here,” Ballinger said.

The idea to host a career day event was sparked in December after Ball- inger and Gray asked a group of kids if they were interested in pursuing STEM careers.

Only a few of the girls expressed interest, something the pair took note of and wanted to change, Crowe said.

“These kids, they can do big things and go really far, farther than what they might believe is possible in a small town,” Gray said.

FCCLA members guided students to various tables to learn about careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics from women in STEM, including Broadcast Meteorologist Amber Nowaski with KTEN NEWS; Medical Laboratory Scientist and Tioga alum Leanna Crowe Mack; and Senior Service Engineer Kauana Gomes with Peterbilt Motors.

Former student Danielle Lintner returned to talk to the students about her career as a flight instructor and pilot.

“It’s cool to be able to show people what they can do in life, because I had no clue this was even an option,” Linter said.

Being there brought back memories and familiar faces for Linter as she recalled teaching some of the students in the Early Childhood Development Center.

“To see how much the school has grown and to see how these kids are thriving, it’s just exciting to see,” Linter said.

As the students rotated throughout the morning by grade level, teachers like Megan Chambers and Gretchen Flint, who both teach fourth grade, watched their students light up as they participated.

Both women agreed how beneficial events like these are to the students, as it prompts the students to get curious and ask more questions, which is what they were looking forward to after the event.

“Stuff like that is new for us here, and it’s opening up lines of communication that we didn’t have before, and I’m excited to see where that takes us,” Flint said.

 Ballinger and Gray will present their project at the state FCCLA competition in April.

]]> <![CDATA[Pilot Point works on cleaning up code]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1968,pilot-point-works-on-cleaning-up-code https://www.postsignal.com/article/1968,pilot-point-works-on-cleaning-up-code Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Pilot Point City Council wants more clarification on the Unified Development Code draft.At the March 26 City Council meeting, members had the opportunity to ask questions about the UDC draft.The March Pilot Point City Council wants more clarification on the Unified Development Code draft.

At the March 26 City Council meeting, members had the opportunity to ask questions about the UDC draft.

The March version posted on the city’s website is over 100 pages long and includes a mix of new and revised versions of the city's regulations.

“We’ll take as long as this council desires and as the public may demand, because transparency and understanding are two important ingredients,” Community Services Director Darrell Gentry said in response to a concern that resident William Harrison discussed during the public forum.

Gentry summarized some of the changes to Article 7.0, which would require a “mandatory presubmittal meeting for the site plans and other development related plans” and an “annual review and progress report on city comp plan master plan set.”

Article 18.0 would require a traffic impact analysis, “for non-residential developments larger than 100 acres or generating more than 1,000 vehicles per day.”

Gentry noted that applicants who started the process before the UDC adoption will not be held to the new UDC standards and will continue to follow the old rules.

The board gave staff several notes, about grammar issues, clarifying sentences, and including definitions, for the next draft.

“[We]… sometimes forget that not everybody lives in the same world that we live in day-to-day, using the same acronyms and the same wording, and so I appreciate that that was brought up, ' City Manager Britt Lusk said.

The board agreed not to take action on the item and to wait until the draft is revised.

Gentry addressed the council again to seek approval for Dr. Lisa Smith's, local eye doctor, proposed consolidation of about 17 nonconforming lots into a single lot. The property is located between Scott Lane and Eddleman Street.

Smith is requesting that the north-south alleyway be abandoned to better utilize it for future development.

Gentry added that on the west, it could be used as a future trail system at a later date.

The board approved abandoning the public right-of-way to consolidate the lots.

Assistant City Manager Michele Sanchez sought approval to submit two applications for funding for the city.

First, for the funds for the city's Main Street through the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program, which requires a $20,000 match, Sanchez said, with the possibility of receiving up to $1 million in funding if the city’s application is approved.

Sanchez also brought forth an application to submit to the “Texas Water Development Board for Financial Assistance for Water System Improvements” as said in the agenda.

If granted, the city could be awarded up to $5 million in a “one-off project application” to complete a well project and ground storage tank, Sanchez said.

The council approved both applications.

Also at the meeting, Assistant Director of Community Services Katie Blust discussed how the code compliance division encounters many residents who are unable to comply due to physical or financial barriers.

Some recurring difficulties the residents had, Blust noted, included cutting grass and removing debris.

The proposed solution is to create a volunteer assistance program to help residents with those tasks.

The first step, Blust said, is to gauge community interest in the program.

If well received, the next step is to develop a program framework that includes training, guidelines and consent waivers. Then it would be brought back to the board for approval.

“Anytime we can give people opportunities to serve and encourage them to do so is a good thing,” council member Ray Dane said.

]]> <![CDATA[Pilot Point needs school bond to pass]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1967,pilot-point-needs-school-bond-to-pass https://www.postsignal.com/article/1967,pilot-point-needs-school-bond-to-pass Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Vouchers are not the answer for education for Pilot Point.Approving the $295 million Pilot Point ISD bond is.I've lived through school growth as a parent.My oldest daughter attended Aubrey Middle Scho Vouchers are not the answer for education for Pilot Point.

Approving the $295 million Pilot Point ISD bond is.

I've lived through school growth as a parent.

My oldest daughter attended Aubrey Middle School when it still had that name.

For two years, the school she attended was full to bursting.

That affected everything. Her school environment when she walked through the hallways to class.

Her classroom environment when she dealt with classrooms accommodating too many kids.

Her lunch environment when the room reached deafening levels because so many bodies were crammed into one space.

The growth comes before the money does.

That's the reality of living in a fast-growth area.

The state, in its infi nite wisdom, has curtailed what can be done to limit residential development under the guise of personal property rights. Cities are seriously hobbled when it comes to saying no to swaths of homes.

Saying no to the bond wouldn't keep the schools from filling up.

It would, however, prevent the district from building the necessary facilities to house those students.

Based on the data available on Wednesday from educationfreedom.texas. gov, only 95 students from the Pilot Point ISD boundaries applied for a voucher to go toward an alternate form of education.

The information included doesn't indicate whether those students were enrolled in PPISD schools at the time of the application.

Ninety-five kids. If they're all the same age, that would make a difference in four classrooms, assuming a class size of 22.

Spread across the district, that makes a very small impact, especially in the face of so much growth set for the area.

Not every application has to be accepted, either.

I have heard of no plans

OPINION

for a massive private school or charter school to be built anywhere near the Ranch Cities we cover.

Even if it did, there would be no guarantee that there would actually be a mass exodus of students to attend it.

Even if the students and their families wanted that, there would be no guarantee such schools would accept all of the students.

Even if that all happened, there would be no guarantee that the growth already planned for the area would not provide an ample population for the public and private schools.

This is a growth bond for a reason.

That's the only mechanism the district has to pay for the facilities.

It's much like a mortgage for a private home.

The district does not have the ability to pay cash for new buildings, nor would it have that ability when the rest of the growth kicks in. It would be triaging the need with tourniquets in the form of portable buildings to keep students from being overcrowded, which are not cheap. The state does not require developers to pay for new school facilities, even though the developers promote them as amenities in neighborhoods like the one I live in.

The state also doesn't allow school districts to do that, either.

The developers often donate or sell the land for the school lot at the cost of closing, because it benefits them, but the district is on the hook for that school's construction and maintenance of the land.

We also have seen the price of construction for school facilities skyrocket in the last decade, with no indication that will become more reasonable moving forward.

It's an unfortunate reality that the bill hits the people living in the community already first, but that is the cost of investing into your community.

The only way to honor the spirit of Pilot Point is to continue to invest in it.

That's because the people who return home or move in because they love the feel of the town who continue to make it special are going to want a good environment for their families.

Strong communities have strong school systems.

Voting yes isn't just saying yes for Pilot Point kids.

It's saying yes for retaining the spirit and value of Pilot Point.

Abigail Bardwell is the Editor & Publisher of the Post-Signal. She can be reached at abardwell@post- signal.com.

ABIGAIL
]]> <![CDATA[Making connections]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1966,making-connections https://www.postsignal.com/article/1966,making-connections Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Making connections Making connections

]]> <![CDATA[Around Town]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1965,around-town https://www.postsignal.com/article/1965,around-town Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Box Turtles at Isle du BoisThe Ray Roberts Lake State Park Johnson Branch Unit, 100 PW 4153 in Valley View will have a Volunteer Information Table, 1-3 p.m. April 26.The Isle du Bois Unit, 100 PW 4137 Box Turtles at Isle du Bois

The Ray Roberts Lake State Park Johnson Branch Unit, 100 PW 4153 in Valley View will have a Volunteer Information Table, 1-3 p.m. April 26.

The Isle du Bois Unit, 100 PW 4137 in Pilot Point will offer Box Turtles of North Texas, 10 a.m. Saturday, Lost Pines Amphitheater; Greenfest on the Greenbelt, 6:4511:30 a.m. April 11, greenfestdenton. com; Connecting with Nature, 11 a.m. April 18, Lost Pines Amphitheater; and Native Gardening, 2 p.m. April 25, Lost Pines Amphitheater.

All events are free with a paid entrance fee into the parks. For more information, call 940-6372294 or 940-686-2148.

Gardening, movie at PP library

The Pilot Point Community Library at 324 S. Washington St. will be closed Friday and Saturday for Good Friday and Easter.

The library will offer Gardening with Master Gardeners (adults), 2 p.m. Tuesday; kids movie screening: “Zootopia 2,” noon April 11; and Cookbook Club, 2 p.m. April 17.

For more information or to register for classes, call 940-686-5004.

Senior Bingo at Aubrey library

The Aubrey Area Library at 226 Countryside Drive will be closed Friday for Good Friday.

The library will have Senior Bingo, 10:30 a.m. Saturday; Lightbulb Lab (ages 5-13), 4:30 p.m. Wednesday; Tween Club (ages 9-13), 4:30 p.m. April 10; and Charm School Slasher Murder Mystery Party (ages 16 and up), 6:30 p.m. April 11.

For more information or to register for classes, call 940-365-9162.

Spring cleaning at PP Cemetery

The Pilot Point Community Cemetery will be spring cleaning all the graves and removing the flowers over the next week.

Early Childhood Center needs toddler hangers

The Pilot Point Early Childhood Center needs toddler hangers either from closet clean outs or brand new at 829 S. Jefferson St.

Spring Shred event at Texas Republic

Texas Republic Bank will have the annual Spring Shred event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at 1017 U.S. 377. Hot dogs will be served.

Penny Paws pet clinic at Cross Roads Atwoods

The Penny Paws Animal Clinic will be held from 9 a.m.-4 pm. Saturday at Atwoods Ranch and Home, 3401 U.S. 377 in Cross Roads. For more information, go to pennypaws.com.

North Texas Seventh-day Adventist Homecoming

The Seventh-day Adventist Church North Texas will have Homecoming Sabbath at 10 a.m. Saturday with guest speaker David Runnels, Texas Conference executive secretary, at 11010 U.S. 377.

A Homecoming Concert, “He Is Risen,” will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday.

Movie Day, musical at Starbright Gallery

The Starbright Gallery will have “Jumanji Movie Day” at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday at Starbright Center for the Arts, at 110 S. Washington St.

“The SpongeBob Musical” will be performed at 6 p.m. April 10-11, 17-18 with matinees at 2:30 p.m. April 12 and 19. To purchase tickets or for more information, go to starbrightmpa. com.

Coffee Brews, Business News at Lone Star Lodge

The next Pilot Point Chamber of Commerce Coffee Brews and Business News will be from 8-9 a.m. Tuesday at the dock at Lone Star Lodge Resort and Marina, 2200 FM 1192.

Aubrey ISD to hold Pre-K Info Nights

Aubrey ISD will hold Pre-K Information Nights at the following schools:

•Brockett Elementary, 6 p.m. Tuesday, 900 Chestnut St.;

• Fuller Elementary, 6 p.m. Tuesday, 10825 Quicksilver Blvd.;

• Monaco Elementary, 6 p.m. Thursday, 9350 Cape Cod Blvd.;

• West Elementary, 6 p.m. Thursday, 3408 Bonniebridge Lane.

Fire Station No. 3 grand opening

The Pilot Point Fire Department will have a grand opening for Fire Station No. 3 at 10 a.m. Wednesday at 14101 Coness St. There will be a push-in ceremony, refreshments and guided tours.

PPISD to have bond presentations

Pilot Point ISD will have several community presentations for the 2026 Bond. Election day will be May 2 with early voting April 20-28. To learn more, go to pilotpointisdbond. com.

•Pilot Point Senior Center, 11 a.m. Wednesday, 310 S. Washington St.;

• 19th Century Club, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, 310 S. Washington St.;

•Community presentation, 6 p.m. April 14, PPHS Cafeteria, 1300 N. Washington St.

Touch A Truck at Veterans Park

The city of Aubrey will host the first annual Touch A Truck event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 11 at Veterans Memorial Park. The first half hour of the event will be horn free for sensory sensitivity.

Tioga FFA/FCCLA dinner, auction

The Tioga FFA/FCCLA Booster Clubs will have the annual club brisket dinner and auction at 5 p.m. April 11 at Mid-South Equine Sports and Medicine and Surgery, 35 McDaniel Road in Tioga.

To donate items, call 940-3053604.

Aubrey to offer Health Talk Express

The city of Aubrey along with Aubrey Parks and Recreation will offer Health Talk Express for senior residents from noon-1 p.m. April 13, May 11 and June 15 at the Aubrey Community Center, 226 Countryside Drive.

For more information, contact Dusty Fife at 469-678-0889.

Spring Trash Off to be held in PP

The Pilot Point Spring Trash Off and city-wide cleanup event including trash pickup; paper shredding; oil, tire and battery disposal; electronic recycling; bulk trash and yard waste disposal; and household hazardous waste disposal will be held from 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. April 18 at Allen Groff Memorial Park, 1514 N. Washington St.

For more information, go to the 2026 Spring Trash Off Facebook page or contact Jason Poncio at 940305-8500.

Fortunata Winery to have chili cook-off

The first annual Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-off will be from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18 at Fortunata Winery in Aubrey. To register, email marketing@fortunatawinery. com.

Memories Roadshow at Irick Museum

The Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum will host Pilot Point Memories Roadshow from 10 a.m.-noon April 18 at 201 S. Jefferson St. Residents are invited to bring old photos, documents and stories to share with other community members.

American Legion to sponsor dinner

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 550 will have the annual Fish Fry and Auction with dinner starting at 5 p.m. April 18 followed by the live/silent auctions and live music from 8-11 p.m. Auctioneer will be Chad Chance.

Raffle tickets will be $10 each for a chance to win $750 in premium beef from Salty Heifer. All proceeds will be used to support ALA programs for veterans and their families.

A-Z Bus Sales to have grand opening

A-Z Bus Sales DFW will have a grand opening event at 9:30 a.m. April 21 at 1003 Prosperity Way in Krugerville.

City of Tioga to host clean-up

The city of Tioga will host the Spring Clean-Up from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. April 25 with dumpsters behind City Hall.

Residents need to bring a water bill as proof of residency. No chemicals, paint, tires, batteries or appliances that use refrigerants will be accepted.

Spring Clean-Up planned for PV

The town of Providence Village will host a Spring Clean-Up event from 8 a.m.-noon April 25 at Town Hall, 1755 Main St. Acceptable items include household hazardous waste, electronics waste collection and on-site paper shredding. For a complete list of acceptable/unacceptable items, go to pvtx.gov.

Aubrey Police Department will also be onsite collecting expired and unwanted prescriptions for safe disposal.

Market, Jazz Fest set in downtown PP

The city of Pilot Point will have Market on Main from 5-9 p.m. April 25 with handmade goods and homebaked products, live music, Mint Julep Round Up and Chamber Saturday drawing.

In conjunction with the market, Pilot Point Neighborhood Events will host the first Jazz Fest.

For more information or to become a sponsor, go to pilotpointtx. gov or pilotpointjazzfest.com.

PP Athletic Booster Club Scholarship

The Pilot Point Athletic Booster Club Scholarship is open to Pilot Point seniors through May 1 on the Pilot Point Booster Club Facebook page.

2026 Rotary Club holiday flag program

The Lake Ray Roberts Rotary Club will sponsor the 2026 holiday flag program for Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, 9/11 – Patriots Day and Veterans Day for a cost of $50, supporting Aubrey and Pilot Point high school scholarships, Shepherd’s Storehouse, Lovepacs, Pilot Point Angel Tree, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards and dictionaries for all Aubrey and Pilot Point third graders. In conjunction, Pilot Point Neighborhood Events will host the first Jazz Fest.

For more information or to become a sponsor, go to pilotpointtx. gov or pilotpointjazzfest.com.

PP Athletic Booster Club Scholarship

The Pilot Point Athletic Booster Club Scholarship is open to Pilot Point seniors through May 1 on the Pilot Point Booster Club Facebook page.

2026 Rotary Club holiday flag program

The Lake Ray Roberts Rotary Club will sponsor the 2026 holiday flag program for Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, 9/11 – Patriots Day and Veterans Day for a cost of $50, supporting Aubrey and Pilot Point high school scholarships, Shepherd’s Storehouse, Lovepacs, Pilot Point Angel Tree, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards and dictionaries for all Aubrey and Pilot Point third graders.

To participate, go to lakerayrobertsrotary. com or email Wendy Adkins at wadkins@pilotpointtx.gov.

Yard of the Month to start in PP

The city of Pilot Point will be starting the Keep Pilot Point Beautiful Yard of the Month program during the spring and summer months. Winners will receive a $50 Rooted In gift card.

To nominate a yard, go to pilotpointtx. gov/880/Yard-of-the-Month.

Local Lovepacs requests donations

Lovepacs Aubrey/Pilot Point is requesting the following donations: ramen, applesauce cups or pouches, oatmeal, Pop-Tarts, microwave popcorn, granola bars, and mac and cheese or pasta cups.

Area drop-off sites include Brookshire Brothers, Martin General Store, PointBank, Pilot Point Senior Center and the Post-Signal in Pilot Point; Patrick Nolin Farmers Insurance Agency and The Peanut Gallery in Aubrey; One Mane Place in Krugerville; and 1139 Spanish Moss Drive and Frisco Elks Lodge 2890, 14632 Fishtrap Road in Savannah.

Financial donations can be made at lovepacs.org. If interested in delivering weekly bags on Wednesday mornings, email aubrey@lovepacs. org.

Around Town is published weekly. Submit information to aallen@postsignal.com.

]]> <![CDATA[There, there, little sister]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1964,there-there-little-sister https://www.postsignal.com/article/1964,there-there-little-sister Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500There, there, little sister There, there, little sister

]]> <![CDATA[COMMUNITY CALENDAR]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1963,community-calendar https://www.postsignal.com/article/1963,community-calendar Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500These listings are based on information provided to The Post-Signal and are subject to change. Call ahead to verify meeting dates, locations and times.Every Weekday•11 a.m. Congregate meals, conversat These listings are based on information provided to The Post-Signal and are subject to change. Call ahead to verify meeting dates, locations and times.

Every Weekday

•11 a.m. Congregate meals, conversation and games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-838-3259.

Friday, April 3

• Municipalities, Pilot Point Senior Center and libraries closed for Good Friday.

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse, 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•7 p.m. Jam & Java. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•7:30 p.m. Karaoke with Pam and Dave. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Saturday, April 4

•Pilot Point Community Library closed for Easter.

•9 a.m. Fruit Jar Junction Market. Veterans Memorial Park,

301 S. Main St., Aubrey.

•9 a.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•10:30 a.m. The Aubrey Area Museum opens for walk-in tours. Tours can also be scheduled by appointment. 209 S. Main St. 940-343-1313.

•Noon. Pioneer Baptist Food Bank. Pioneer Baptist Church,

100 Cumberland Trail, Valley View.

•5 p.m. Pickle Fest at Krugerville Farmers Market. Woodland Park, 5200 U.S. 377, krugerville. org.

•7 p.m. Karaoke Night. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•8 p.m. Backroad Travelers. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Monday, April 6

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse. 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•6 p.m. Cross Roads Town Council. Town Hall, 3201 U.S.

380, Ste.105. 940-365-9693.

•6 p.m. Pilot Point Main Street board. Pilot Point City Hall, 102 E. Main St. 940-686-2165.

•7 p.m. Recovery Care Group. Midway Church, 9540 U.S. 377, Pilot Point.

•7:30 p.m. Pool tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Tuesday, April 7

•8:30 a.m. Positive Pilot Point meets for breakfast and fellowship. PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty St.

•9:30 a.m. Games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-838-3259.

•Noon. Lake Ray Roberts Rotary Club. PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty St.

•1:30 p.m. Local Vocals Community Singers. Contact Charlotte Petermeier, 214-514-4892.

•4:15 p.m. After School Storytime (all ages). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive.

940-365-9162.

•5:30 p.m. Aubrey Area Library Advisory board. 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•5:30 p.m. Meditation Hour (ages 16 and up). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive.

940-365-9162.

•5:30 p.m. Pilot Point Municipal Development District. Pilot Point City Hall, 102 E. Main St. 940--

342-5023.

•6 p.m. Aubrey Parks and Recreation. Aubrey Council Chambers, 226 Countryside Drive.

940-440-9343.0

•6 p.m. Cross Roads Planning and Zoning Commission. Town Hall, 3201 U.S. 380, Ste.105.

940-365-9693.

•6 p.m. LRRETA member meeting. Uncle Beto’s Mexican Restaurant, 108 U.S. 377.

•6 p.m. Jam Sessions. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•6:30 p.m. DivorceCare. Midway Church, 9540 U.S. 377, Pilot Point.

•7 p.m. Poker tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Wednesday, April 8

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse. 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•9 a.m. Mountain Springs Quilters. Mountain Springs Community Center, 173 Mountain Springs Lane. 940-736-8013.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•10 a.m. Storytime (ages 0-5). Pilot Point Community Library,

324 S. Washington St. 940--

686-5004.

•1 p.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•1:30 p.m. Pilot Point 19th Century Club. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•5 p.m. Pilot Point ISD board. Administration Building, 829 Harrison St. 940-686-8700. www.pilotpointisd.com.

•6 p.m. Queen of Hearts. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

•7 p.m. Karaoke Wednesdays with Pam and Dave. Lowbrows Saloon, 200 S. Washington St.

•7:30 p.m. Pool tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Thursday, April 9

•8 a.m. Pilot Point Chamber of Commerce board. Pilot Point City Hall, 102 E. Main St. 940--

686-5385.

•9 a.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•9:30 a.m. Games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-838-3259.

•10:30 a.m. Little Readers Book Club (ages 2-5). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive.

940-365-9162.

•10:30 a.m. Stitch & Sketch (ages 10-adult). Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St. 940-686-5004.

•11 a.m. Tioga Senior Center open for refreshments, games and bingo. 305 N. Porch St.

•4 p.m. VITA Income Tax Preparation. Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St.

940-686-5004.

•6 p.m. Aubrey Planning and Zoning. Aubrey Council Chambers, 226 Countryside Drive.

940-440-9343.

•6 p.m. Cross Roads Municipal Development District. Town Hall, 3201 U.S. 380, Ste.105.

940-365-9693.

•6 p.m. Improv Night. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•6:30 p.m. Pilot Point City Council. Pilot Point City Hall, 102 E. Main St. 940-686-2165.

Friday, April 10

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse, 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•10:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Toddler Time). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•11:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Baby & Me). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•2 p.m. Friends of the Pilot Point Community Library. Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St. 940-686-5004.

•7 p.m. Live music with Jacy Penland. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•7:30 p.m. Karaoke with Pam and Dave. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Community Calendar is published weekly. To add or change a listing, email aallen@postsignal.com.

]]> <![CDATA[Family fun time]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1962,family-fun-time https://www.postsignal.com/article/1962,family-fun-time Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Andres Prieto plays photographer for his wife, Daniela Prieto, and daughter, Zoe Prieto, documenting their Easter activities at the Aubrey Easter Egg Hunt early Saturday morning.Photos by Abigail Bard

Andres Prieto plays photographer for his wife, Daniela Prieto, and daughter, Zoe Prieto, documenting their Easter activities at the Aubrey Easter Egg Hunt early Saturday morning.

Photos by Abigail Bardwell/ The Post-Signal

]]> <![CDATA[Hoppy Easter]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1961,hoppy-easter https://www.postsignal.com/article/1961,hoppy-easter Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Hoppy Easter Hoppy Easter

]]> <![CDATA[AROUND THE AREA]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1960,around-the-area https://www.postsignal.com/article/1960,around-the-area Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Market, car show in SangerThe Sanger Farmers Market will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday in Downtown Sanger along with the Cars &amp; Cowboys car show.Farmers Market, movie plannedThe April Gaines Market, car show in Sanger

The Sanger Farmers Market will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday in Downtown Sanger along with the Cars & Cowboys car show.

Farmers Market, movie planned

The April Gainesville Farmers Market will be from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 11 at 215 W. Elm St. with a free movie screening of “Zootopia 2” starting at dark.

Museum to hold grand opening

The Woods House Museum at the Denton County Historical Park will host a grand opening at 11:30 a.m. April 11 at 317 W. Mulberry St. in Denton. For more information, call 940-349-2850.

Free Women’s Self Defense course

A free R.A.D. Women’s Self Defense course will be from noon-6 p.m. April 1112 at the Gainesville Police Department, 201 Santa Fe St. in Gainesville. To register, email rad@gvps.org.

Sights, Sounds Showcase to happen

The Cooke County Arts Council will present Sights & Sounds: A Showcase of the Arts with a reception at 6.m. April 11 followed by performances at 7 p.m. at the First State Bank Center for the Performing Arts, North Central Texas College, 1525 W. California St. in Gainesville.

General admission will be $15 and $10 for seniors and children. For more information, go to cookecountyartscouncil. org.

North Central Chorale to perform

The North Central Texas Chorale will perform Joseph M. Martin’s cantata “A Journey to Hope” at 7 p.m. April 14 at First Presbyterian Church, 401 S. Denton St. in Gainesville. Tickets will be $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors.

Medal of Honor 5K Run, Walk

The Medal of Honor 5K Run/Walk will be held at 7:30 a.m. with check-in at 6:30 a.m. April 18 at Firehouse 1918, 115 E. Pecan St. in Gainesville.

To register, go to the Medal of Honor Host City Program Facebook page.

Mom, Me Tea Party at Lancaster Manor

North Central Texas College will offer a Mom & Me Tea Party from 2-4 p.m. April 19 at The Lancaster Manor Bed and Breakfast, 1306 E. California in Gainesville. Cost will be $50. To register, call 940-668-3373 or email ace@nctc.edu.

Valley View Market set for Square

Opening day of the Valley View Farmers Market will be from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 25 on the Downtown Square.

Submit information for Around the Area to aallen@postsignal.com.

]]> <![CDATA[Best of show]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1958,best-of-show https://www.postsignal.com/article/1958,best-of-show Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Best of show Best of show

]]> <![CDATA[Chaps make mark at state powerlifting]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1957,chaps-make-mark-at-state-powerlifting https://www.postsignal.com/article/1957,chaps-make-mark-at-state-powerlifting Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500The Aubrey Chaparrals boys powerlifting team wrapped up their season competing at the 2026 Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Meet on March 27.The Chaparrals sent five lifters to the eve The Aubrey Chaparrals boys powerlifting team wrapped up their season competing at the 2026 Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Meet on March 27.

The Chaparrals sent five lifters to the event in Abilene to face off against the best the state had to offer, with two Chaps recording Top 10 finishes.

“Overall, we did a really good job,” said Ellis Hill, Aubrey head boys powerlifting coach. “Our big goal was for everyone to make it through the meet, and besides Jaxson Doramus’ having a hamstring injury, we met our goal, and I’m happy about that.”

Ashton Offenbacher was the Chaps’ top performer, finishing third and winning a bronze medal in the 198-pound weight class with a weight total of 1,680 pounds.

Ashton’s first appearance at the state meet got off to a shaky start in the first event, but he battled his way onto the podium.

“I was scared,” he said. “It was really stressful in the beginning, but I knew I had to find a way to come up with it so that I wouldn’t feel like I wasted all that time to get [to State] because that day had been on my mind for so long.”

Christian Southard was the Chaps’ next top placer, finishing ninth in the 123-pound weight class, lifting a total of 1,075 pounds.

Southard said he was proud of how he improved in his second appearance at the state meet.

“There was some nostalgia being back there, but I did so much better than last year,” he said. “I didn’t bomb out, and I got my numbers up way higher than last year and finished in the Top 10.”

Both lifters, Ashton and Southard, thanked their head coach, Hill, and Krugerville Barbell for their help and support this season.

Ashton also thanked his father, Eric Offenbacher, and his brother, Skyler Offenbacher.

Jaxson Doramus competed in the 165-pound weight class but was unable to finish the meet after sustaining a hamstring injury during the deadlift event.

Riley DuFrene placed 21st in the 198-pound weight class, with a total of 1,415 pounds.

Cole Travascio placed 23rd in the 198-pound weight class, lifting a total of 1,350 pounds.

Hill spoke highly of what his team accomplished during the 2026 season.

“Four years ago, when I took the job, Coach [Keith] Ivy said they wanted someone to take the program to the next level, and I took that to heart, but it’s really about the guys’ buyin,” he said. “… I just try to make sure they have what they need and can get where they need to be to compete, and they do all the hard work, but I’m just glad to know Aubrey is starting to be on the map when it comes to powerlifting.”

Hill also expressed his thanks to everyone that helped make the year special for the Chaps’ powerlifting program.

“I want to start with our athletes and then the support from our teachers and staff here in Aubrey— Coach [Dana Bloedel], Coach [Lance] Low, Coach Wesley Huber and Coach Kye Renton,” he said. “It’s a total team effort, but again it’s the guys. … I try to build a community where they all love and trust each other, and they do, and I’m proud of that.”

Aubrey Chaparral powerlifter Ashton Offenbacher deadlifts his way to a bronze medal finish in Abilene on March 20. Jaxson Doramus/Contributing Photographer
]]> <![CDATA[Lady Chaps fall in playoffs]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1956,lady-chaps-fall-in-playoffs https://www.postsignal.com/article/1956,lady-chaps-fall-in-playoffs Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500The Aubrey Lady Chaparrals soccer season came to a close with a 4-1 win over the Henderson Lady Lions on March 27 and a 3-2 loss to the Sunnyvale Lady Raiders on Tuesday night.The Lady Chaps controlle The Aubrey Lady Chaparrals soccer season came to a close with a 4-1 win over the Henderson Lady Lions on March 27 and a 3-2 loss to the Sunnyvale Lady Raiders on Tuesday night.

The Lady Chaps controlled the regional semifinal matchup against the Lady Lions on a wet and windy night at Better Life Stadium at North Forney High School, taking the lead and never looking back.

“It was a good win,” said Kelli Baker, Aubrey head girls soccer coach. “Everyone stepped up and played really well, and we got some people back from injuries, which helped out a ton, and the wind and the rain in the second half also helped us out. We didn’t have to work as hard with the wind at our back, but the first half was mental, and it was really a test of the back lines and the goalkeeper’s mental fortitude of judging the ball in the wind and making sure we didn’t give up.”

Brynnlee Bohanon connected with Landry Gannon with a long pass over the Lady Lions’ defense for the Lady Chaps’ first goal of the night and Gannon’s 60th goal of the season, putting Aubrey up 1-0.

After Gannon’s goal, the two teams continued to trade scoreless possessions for the remainder of the first half, with the Lady Chaps holding the slight edge as the game entered halftime.

Gannon would open the second half with her second goal of the night off an assist from Daniella Dominic-Etuk, extending Aubrey’s lead to 2-0.

The Lady Lions scored their first point midway through the second half, making it a one-score match at 2-1, but the Lady Chaps answered a few minutes later when Brynnlee connected with Daniella for Aubrey’s third goal of the night.

Gannon sealed the win with her third goal of the game on a penalty kick, making the final score 4-1.

Gannon, who completed her second hat trick in as many games, spoke highly of how the Lady Chaps played in the win.

“It’s a full team effort from our goalie to our forwards,” she said. “It starts with the defense winning the ball, and with us being well bonded, we can connect on our combination plays and finish in the back of the net. I’d also like to give credit to Coach Baker because a lot of our practices are focused on our runs offensively and finishing.”

Baker highlighted the Lady Chaps’ defense, which allowed one goal in Aubrey’s first three playoff matches.

“We had to shuffle some people around because of injuries, but it’s a carryover from the regular season; the back line has been solid,” he said. “… The center back pairing of Laurelai [Baker] and Jordin [Gomez] has played almost two full seasons together; Lily Stewart has played two full seasons out there, and we have a freshman, Payton Canterbury, that we stuck out there tonight to play left back, and she stepped up and played great.”

Another bright spot for the Lady Chaps defense is sophomore goalkeeper Gabriella Dominic-Etuk, who stepped in after starting goalkeeper Lexis Jones went down with a knee injury early in the bi-district match with Caddo Mills on March 20.

“I hadn’t played in a while, and I was not expecting to go in [during] the whole playoffs, so it was scary and there was a lot of pressure, but I worked hard in practice, and my teammates encouraged me and helped me play well,” she said.

Aubrey met the Sunnyvale Lady Raiders in the regional finals at Buddy Echols Field at Coppell High School on Tuesday night, with the winner earning a spot in the 4A State Tournament.

The Lady Chaps led most of the match, finding themselves up 2-1 with under 20 minutes left in the second half, but couldn’t stave off the Lady Raiders, who scored two late goals to take the regional championship 3-2.

“We’ve been hit with the injury bug, … so our bench was really short last night, and [Sunnyvale] is a well-coached team,” Baker said. “They came out with a great game plan to neutralize Landry. They double- and triple-teamed her and didn’t allow her to get loose, which frustrated her a little bit, and at the end one of my midfielders went down and had to come out for the last four or five minutes, and we held on hoping for overtime, but we needed that whistle to come 20 seconds earlier.”

Despite the loss, Baker said he was proud of the resilience his team showed during the season.

“They really fought through adversity this year,” he said. “We’ve had all kinds of ups and downs all season, and they rose to the challenge on every occasion, and last night I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Everybody left everything on the field.”

Baker also thanked the Lady Chaps’ seniors, the first 4-year members of Aubrey’s girls soccer program, his parents, and the Aubrey administration and athletic staff for their support.

]]> <![CDATA[Stogner signs]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1955,stogner-signs https://www.postsignal.com/article/1955,stogner-signs Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500One of the stars of the Tioga Bulldogs’ high school athletic program, senior Jayson Stogner, signed his letter of intent to continue his athletic career at the next level Tuesday.The current Tioga ISD One of the stars of the Tioga Bulldogs’ high school athletic program, senior Jayson Stogner, signed his letter of intent to continue his athletic career at the next level Tuesday.

The current Tioga ISD pole vaulting record holder was honored in front of his family, friends, coaches and peers as he committed to joining the track & field program at Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas.

“This is a pretty proud coaching moment and proud family moment,” said Jayson’s pole vaulting coach, Chad Andrews of Texas Express Pole Vault. “… It’s really re- warding to see the kids come in the gym, flying around sideways, doing helicopters, and then figuring out the sport of pole vault, and Jayson was one of them. We’ve traveled around the country with him and his family, and it’s kind of a bonding process, so it’s not all about pole vaulting. At the end of the day, you get to grow with them, so this is a very proud moment to see him have an opportunity to keep moving forward.”

During his time with the Bulldogs athletic program, Jayson was a USA Track & Field Junior Olympic qualifier, a 2A district champion, an area runner-up, a regional qualifier and a member of the Bulldogs football team.

Once his senior season is complete, Jayson is set to receive a partial athletic and academic scholarship as one of the newest members of the Wildcats’ track & field program.

“I’m really excited about the coaching,” Jayson said. “In my opinion, Baker has some of the best in the NAIA, and I think I’m going to have a lot of success there, and I have great teammates around me. You usually don’t get guys who are texting you like, ‘Hey man, I’m glad you signed,’ or ‘Hey man, I’m glad you committed here,’ so I’m really excited because the team is great, the coaching is great and the academics are great, and I’m ready to get started.”

Troy Horton, Jayson’s stepfather, who helped him “catch the bug” for pole vaulting, echoed his stepson’s excitement.

“It’s just been an absolute blessing as far as going to Baker University, and he couldn’t have fallen into a better situation at the NAIA level,” he said. “Baker recently hired a young lady by the name of Gabrielle Hoke that was a multi-time, All-Big 12 Conference performer and who is still training for the 2028 Olympic Trials. The team also trains at an indoor facility about 15 miles from the campus, and it’s the same place that American record holder Casey Lightfoot trains, so he’s got a phenomenal situation to train with some world-class athletes.”

Jayson also plans to use the opportunity at Baker to further himself academically, with plans to major in kinesiology or exercise science, and hopes to one day join the Marines’ officer training program.

Jayson thanked his parents and his coaches for their love and support.

“It took us all by surprise when he got so involved with pole vaulting, thanks to his stepdad, but to see all the hard work he’s put into it, to see him excel, and for all of it to pay off with him signing at the next level is a blessing,” Jayson’s father, Bryan Stogner, said. “… He really dug down deep in himself to get where he is today, and I’m so incredibly proud of him as a father.”

Jayson’s mother, Susan Horton, also shared her joy for the special occasion.

“We’re excited to watch him in his senior season of pole vaulting at Tioga High School, but I’m more excited that this isn’t the end and that I still get to watch him compete at the collegiate level because as a mom, it goes by so quick,” she said. “You think, ‘Well, I have 18 years,’ and in just a blink the time is gone … but I’m so proud of him, proud to be his mom and grateful that God gave him to me, and I can’t wait to see what’s to come.”

]]> <![CDATA[Comin’ at ya]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1954,comin-at-ya https://www.postsignal.com/article/1954,comin-at-ya Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Comin’ at ya Comin’ at ya

]]> <![CDATA[Explosive effort]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1953,explosive-effort https://www.postsignal.com/article/1953,explosive-effort Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Bearcat Kaleb Reid keeps his eyes pointed toward the sky as he vaults up during the Ponder 2026 Invitational on March 26.
Bearcat Kaleb Reid keeps his eyes pointed toward the sky as he vaults up during the Ponder 2026 Invitational on March 26.
]]> <![CDATA[Up and away]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1952,up-and-away https://www.postsignal.com/article/1952,up-and-away Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Chaps discus thrower Brayden Wood winds up for a toss. Wood finished tied for 10th place in the event with his teammate C.P. Mulkey with a distance of 115-feet-10-inches.Chaps sprinter Nathaniel Nkwod
Chaps discus thrower Brayden Wood winds up for a toss. Wood finished tied for 10th place in the event with his teammate C.P. Mulkey with a distance of 115-feet-10-inches.
Chaps sprinter Nathaniel Nkwodinma, right, races toward the finish against runners from Melissa and Lucas Lovejoy during the 400-meter dash. Nkwodinma finished second in the event with a time of 50.49 seconds.
]]> <![CDATA[Sunk at home]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1951,sunk-at-home https://www.postsignal.com/article/1951,sunk-at-home Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Pirates batter Paxton Davidson makes solid contact with the pitch during game between Collinsville and Tioga on Tuesday. Davidson with 3-3 at the plate with 2 RBIs and Collinsville went on to beat Tio
Pirates batter Paxton Davidson makes solid contact with the pitch during game between Collinsville and Tioga on Tuesday. Davidson with 3-3 at the plate with 2 RBIs and Collinsville went on to beat Tioga 13-4.
]]> <![CDATA[Safe at home]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1950,safe-at-home https://www.postsignal.com/article/1950,safe-at-home Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500Tioga’s Abbey Urich slides in for the game winning run against Collinsville. The Lady Bulldogs won 14-4 on Tuesday.
Tioga’s Abbey Urich slides in for the game winning run against Collinsville. The Lady Bulldogs won 14-4 on Tuesday.
]]> <![CDATA[AISD sets max price for fifth elementary]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1945,aisd-sets-max-price-for-fifth-elementary https://www.postsignal.com/article/1945,aisd-sets-max-price-for-fifth-elementary Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:23 -0500The Aubrey ISD board approved a guaranteed maximum price for Elementary No. 5 at the March 18 meeting.A few board members expressed their initial hesitancy with moving forward with creating a not-to-e The Aubrey ISD board approved a guaranteed maximum price for Elementary No. 5 at the March 18 meeting.

A few board members expressed their initial hesitancy with moving forward with creating a not-to-exceed amount.

“I'm just not a big fan of doing a GMP or doing a notexceed to take away the risk of a contract, … but I'm willing to do it because I trust you to watch this,” board secretary Jody Gonzalez said to Dr. Scott Niven of Friends Consulting Group.

The board voted to approve the guaranteed maximum price of $42,394,710 for Aubrey Elementary No. 5.

Niven shared that the next step is to further discuss logistics with Superintendent Dr. Shannon Saylor and the principal.

He also discussed progress on the road and the administration building.

There will be two GMPs: one for the building and one for the road, with road construction expected to last from June 1-Aug. 1.

However, there will be more discussion about the road at the next school board meeting Council approved the purchase of artificial turf for Fuller Elementary, working with DFW Turf Solutions.

The project is expected to start after the school year ends and should be completed before school resumes in August.

The project will be funded by construction funds and will not to exceed $115,524.62, with a 3% contingency, Director of Operations Matthew Gore said.

McNabb Middle School principal Dr. Heather Vandiver presented an update report on the school’s academic and extracurricular activities.

There were six students who were Top 10 finishers in the All-Region Choir.

Out of 24 students who were selected for the All-Region Band, three were chosen as principal performers.

The cheer team has received multiple awards, including two cheerleaders receiving the All-American Award.

During a successful run at the Texas Beta State Convention, with 72 members competing, Vandiver shared that the students received the most plaques and awards there.

Vandiver shared that Emma Garcia, who was a pledge leader with her sister at the start of the meeting, was elected as the Texas Beta State Officer of junior secretary.

With about 478 students enrolled, 35% are classified as economically disadvantaged and 14% are on a 504

plan.

Vandiver highlighted improvements to test scores across the board.

“While we did feel like we had a good showing, there's still definitely some work to be done there,” Vandiver said.

Then she added that the school’s average attendance has surpassed the school’s goal of 95%.

“I remember being in this room when we hired you, and I'm very proud of what you’ve done,” trustee Terry Brockett said.

During the executive session, the board discussed and decided to appoint Vandiver as the director of human resources.

Fellow Aubrey ISD teachers and staff brought pompoms and cheered for Vandiver as her name was called.

“I believe the strength of a district is its people, and we've gotten great ones,” Vandiver said. “So, I'm super excited to support in that way.”

Director of Testing and Student Support Dusty Wright explained what a multi-tiered system of support does in the school district.

It’s a three-tier system based on students’ needs that serves as an intervention for students who are trailing behind their peers academically, behaviorally, socially and emotionally.

“The sooner we can find out and give them what they need, the better the intervention is, the faster we can hopefully get them back on track, where we hope that they can continue growing,” Wright said.

Aubrey’s International Thespian Society Honor Troupe President Hailey Warren spoke about the theater department's growth.

Warren was joined by fellow students Vice President Kaylee Stephenson, Secretary Skyler Ramsey, historian Brooklyn Fales and their director Emily Rome.

The troupe is ranked in the Top 50 out of 600 in Texas.

The theater production classes have grown to the point that they are now divided into varsity and junior varsity.

Saylor reminisced about the times when the school’s productions were held in the cafetorium.

“We were 2A, we were tiny, and that was fancy for us,” she said. “But at some point, this board did have a dream for the 2017 bond to build an auditorium. … You guys have gone above and beyond with your productions in there.”

The next school production is “The Little Mermaid,” with performances on April 29-May 1.

]]> <![CDATA[LETTERS TO THE EDITOR OPINION]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1943,letters-to-the-editor-opinion https://www.postsignal.com/article/1943,letters-to-the-editor-opinion Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:21 -0500Votingyes means responsible growthI’ve taken some time to understand the proposed PPISD bond, and one thing that really stands out is how thoughtfully it’s structured.This isn’t about taking on a huge Votingyes means responsible growth

I’ve taken some time to understand the proposed PPISD bond, and one thing that really stands out is how thoughtfully it’s structured.

This isn’t about taking on a huge amount of debt all at once—bonds are issued in phases as our population grows, meaning growth helps pay for growth and we avoid getting ahead of what we can support. It’s a responsible way to plan ahead without overburdening current taxpayers.

At the same time, overcrowded schools come at a real cost—larger class sizes, stretched teachers, limited resources and fewer opportunities for students.

Waiting too long to act only makes those challenges worse and more expensive to fix later.

Strong schools are what attract families who are invested in the community— people who support local businesses, stay long-term and help keep property values strong.

Good schools don’t just educate kids—they shape the kind of town we become.

For me, this bond is about being proactive, protecting what makes Pilot Point special, and making sure we grow the right way.

Please consider the future of our community and vote yes for this phased bond election. Joyce Duesman Pilot Point

]]> <![CDATA[City to add guardrails]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1942,city-to-add-guardrails https://www.postsignal.com/article/1942,city-to-add-guardrails Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:19 -0500Krugerville council discussed guardrails at the intersection of New Hope and Surveyors roads at the March 18 City Council meeting.The discussion followed recent construction to widen the intersection Krugerville council discussed guardrails at the intersection of New Hope and Surveyors roads at the March 18 City Council meeting.

The discussion followed recent construction to widen the intersection and install a drainage system to improve stormwater drainage, with council members saying adding guardrails would provide an extra layer of protection against vehicle damage to the drainage system.

“It is definitely very doable if you’re driving appropriately to make the turn,” council member Stacey Sasser said. “It’s just if you’re cutting a corner, then you can cause a problem.”

The council noted that the most frequent damage is caused by larger vehicles, such as school buses, 18-wheelers and trailers.

Up to $10,000 from court funds was approved to go toward the guardrail.

Resident John Klatt spoke at the meeting, expressing his love for the city and concerns as a parent.

Klatt urged the city to add ordinances for registered sex offenders and child safety zones.

He mentioned that he was unable to find any existing ordinances or zones in the city.

Child safety zones are common areas where children gather, such as parks, schools, arcades and pools, that can also serve as buffer zones against sex offenders.

Ordinances for sex offenders could prohibit them from living in child safety zones, which, when violated, leads to penalties.

Klatt also mentioned that it’s an issue affecting multiple jurisdictions.

He referenced a school bus stop at Squires and Perkins, used by children from both Aubrey and Krugerville.

Aubrey has a child safety zone in place, and that stop is included.

However, Klatt said his concern is a lapse of protection for children, because Krugerville does not have child safety zones.

His requests for the council were to adopt ordinances for registered sex offenders, establish child safety zones, require sex offenders to live or work at least 2,000 feet away from these zones, and prohibit sex offenders from living in shared households.

He also urged collaboration with neighboring cities to make these rules standard.

The board agreed to add child safety zones and clustering ordinances to the agenda to discuss for a future meeting.

Denton County requested that Krugerville annex Arvin Hill Road, which goes from U.S. 377 to New Hope Road.

“The road is concreted all the way through and curved; it was done just a few years ago,” Mayor Pro Tem Kristen Kromer said. “It’s in really good condition. … If the Chief [Stoney Ward] were here, he would let them know that he really would like for us to do this.”

Once annexed, the city would oversee the road’s maintenance.

Kromer added that the city’s process to gain control of the road is not immediate, as it must go through the formal process with Denton County and is expected to take a couple of months.

Mayor Rodney Cagle noted several benefits to annexation, including advantages for public safety departments and future city expansion.

]]> <![CDATA[Pilot Point Health Fair planned for July]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1939,pilot-point-health-fair-planned-for-july https://www.postsignal.com/article/1939,pilot-point-health-fair-planned-for-july Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:16 -0500The Pilot Point Health Fair will return for its second year.Maria Jones, the strategic development manager for Denton Freedom House, spoke at Pilot Point’s Rotary Club meeting on March 17 about the fa The Pilot Point Health Fair will return for its second year.

Maria Jones, the strategic development manager for Denton Freedom House, spoke at Pilot Point’s Rotary Club meeting on March 17 about the fair and about the Christ-centered nonprofit she works for, Denton Freedom House.

“We see lives transformed all the time, families restored and miracles taking place,” Jones said of the organization, which helps people overcome their battles with addiction through Christ-centered teachings.

The Denton Freedom House owns and operates two businesses in Denton, the Zera Coffee Shop and the Freedom Food Pantry.

Jones shared the pantry’s stats and its community impact.

Last year, the pantry distributed 49,789 boxes of food, with an average of 293 new households seeking food services a month.

“The need is great,” Jones said.

In 2025, the largest number of families served in a single day was 359 people, in September.

The pantry serves around 300 families every day.

Proteins and dairy products are harder to come by and often in short supply, running out in the first 100 people on average, Jones said.

However, thanks to a donation from the Tarrant Area Food Bank, the pantry received a refrigerated truck, which has helped keep food fresh during trips to grocery stores like WinCo, Sam’s Club and Costco to pick up food.

“ Although we’re grateful for cans and nonperishables, for us, the money, monetary donations are the most significant and make the most impact,” Jones said.

The pantry is open to anyone regardless of residency or work status.

Another aspect of the pantry is community involvement.

Jones shared that the pantry partners with other organizations, such as the Texas Health Resources Faith Community Health Promoters and Denton County Public Health, to provide information and inform people about available resources.

“It’s just another way for us to be able to give back to the community,” Jones Maria Jones of the Denton Freedom House staff shares an update about the organization’s Freedom Food Pantry as well as the second Pilot Point Health Fair, planned for the summer, at the Lake Ray Roberts Rotary Club meeting on March 17.

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said.

Then she segued into upcoming events like the Denton Freedom House charity golf tournament on May 15 at the Wildhorse Golf Club of Robson Ranch, and the Pilot Point Health Fair’s second annual event.

The fair provides residents with the opportunity to get checkups and affordable screenings and to learn about available resources, and it’s a collaborative effort by the city of Pilot Point, Pilot Point ISD and the Pilot Point Post-Signal.

“It’s not just purely doctors’ offices and county health officials,” the Post-Signal’s Abigail Bardwell said to her fellow Rotarians. “… [It’s] every component that goes into being able to make sure that people live healthier lives.”

From last year’s stats, about 100 people attended, there were 36 vendors, 14 mammograms performed and 10 units of blood donated.

Jones shared a few of the organizations expected to be there, including Texas Health Resources, Carter BloodCare and the mobile mammogram unit.

With a bigger space this year and a better grasp of what to expect, Jones said the goal is to grow the event, including to receive more food donations for Lovepacs and for the Shepherd’s House.

The event will take place at the Pilot Point High School from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on July 18.

For more information, visit pilotpointhealthfair. org.

]]> <![CDATA[COMMUNITY CALENDAR]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1938,community-calendar https://www.postsignal.com/article/1938,community-calendar Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:15 -0500These listings are based on information provided to The Post-Signal and are subject to change. Call ahead to verify meeting dates, locations and times.Every Weekday•11 a.m. Congregate meals, conversat These listings are based on information provided to The Post-Signal and are subject to change. Call ahead to verify meeting dates, locations and times.

Every Weekday

•11 a.m. Congregate meals, conversation and games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-8383259. Friday, March 27

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse, 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•10:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Toddler Time). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•11:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Baby & Me). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•6 p.m. Tioga Farmers Market. Downtown Tioga.

•7 p.m. Music Bingo. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•7:30 p.m. Karaoke with Pam and Dave. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Saturday, March 28

•9 a.m. Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding and Respite Purpose Mercantile, 5098 U.S. 377, Krugerville.

•9 a.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•10:30 a.m. The Aubrey Area Museum opens for walkin tours. Tours can also be scheduled by appointment. 209 S. Main St. 940-3431313.

•4 p.m. The Spring Hill Market, 558 Spring Hill Road, Aubrey.

•7 p.m. Karaoke Night. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•8 p.m. Limestone Band. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Sunday, March 29

•Noon. American Legion Riders. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point. 940-686-9901.

•Noon. American Legion Membership meeting. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point. 972816-4353.

•Noon. ALA meeting. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point. 940-686-9901.

•1 p.m. SAL meeting. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point. 940-686-9901.

Monday, March 30

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse. 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•7 p.m. Recovery Care Group. Midway Church, 9540 U.S. 377, Pilot Point.

•7:30 p.m. Pool tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Tuesday, March 31

•9:30 a.m. Games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-838-3259.

•Noon. Lake Ray Roberts Rotary Club. PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty St.

•1:30 p.m. Local Vocals Community Singers. Contact Charlotte Petermeier, 214514-4892.

•4:15 p.m. After School Storytime (all ages). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•5:30 p.m. Meditation Hour (ages 16 and up). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•6 p.m. Jam Sessions. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

•6:30 p.m. DivorceCare. Midway Church, 9540 U.S. 377, Pilot Point.

•6:30 p.m. Providence Homeowners Association board. Providence HOA Clubhouse, 809 Oakcrest Drive, Providence Village. 940-440-2200.

•7 p.m. Poker tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Wednesday, April 1

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse. 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•9 a.m. Mountain Springs Quilters. Mountain Springs Community Center, 173 Mountain Springs Lane. 940736-8013.

•10 a.m. Exercise Class. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St.

•10 a.m. Storytime (ages 0-5). Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St. 940-686-5004.

•Noon. Parks and Recreation board. Pilot Point City Hall, 102 E. Main St. 940-6862165.

•1 p.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•6 p.m. Pilot Point Bearcat Booster Club. Pilot Point High School fieldhouse, 1300 N. Washington St., Pilot Point.

•6 p.m. Queen of Hearts. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

•7 p.m. Karaoke Wednesdays with Pam and Dave. Lowbrows Saloon, 200 S. Washington St.

•7:30 p.m. Pool tournament. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Thursday, April 2

•9 a.m. Clifton and Nadene Irick Museum, 201 S. Jefferson St., Pilot Point.

•9:30 a.m. Games. Pilot Point Senior Center, 310 S. Washington St. 972-838-3259.

•10:30 a.m. Little Readers Book Club (ages 2-5). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•10:30 a.m. Stitch & Sketch (ages 10-adult). Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St. 940-6865004.

•11 a.m. Tioga Senior Center open for refreshments, games and bingo. 305 N. Porch St.

•11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch. First United Methodist Church, 217 S. Church St., Pilot Point. 940-686-2338.

•4 p.m. VITA Income Tax Preparation. Pilot Point Community Library, 324 S. Washington St. 940-686-5004.

•6 p.m. Improv Night. Pilot Point Coffee House, 110 W. Main St.

Friday, April 3

• Municipalities and libraries closed for Good Friday.

•8:30 a.m. Shepherd’s Storehouse, 1189 U.S. 377, Pilot Point. 940-686-2620.

•10:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Toddler Time). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•11:30 a.m. Early Childhood Storytime (Baby & Me). Aubrey Area Library, 226 Countryside Drive. 940-365-9162.

•7:30 p.m. Karaoke with Pam and Dave. Vaughn-Walling American Legion Post 550, 905 N. Foundation St., Pilot Point.

Community Calendar is published weekly. To add or change a listing, email aallen@ postsignal.com.

]]> <![CDATA[Strength at state]]> https://www.postsignal.com/article/1933,strength-at-state https://www.postsignal.com/article/1933,strength-at-state Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:10 -0500Six Lady Chaps powerlifters place in Top 10 at stateThe Aubrey Lady Chaparrals powerlifting team recently wrapped up their season, placing 13th overall at the 2026 Texas High School Women’s Powerlifti Six Lady Chaps powerlifters place in Top 10 at state

The Aubrey Lady Chaparrals powerlifting team recently wrapped up their season, placing 13th overall at the 2026 Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association State Meet in Edinburg on March 20.

Nine Lady Chaps lifters competed at the event, with six placing in the Top 10 of their respective weight classes and two earning medals.

“We did an awesome job,” said Ron Gathright, Aubrey head girls powerlifting coach. “This is the first time as far as I can remember that we had no bomb-outs, and every one of our girls completed the meet. It was a very competitive meet, and our girls competed very well, and we had several girls get in the Top 10.”

Matianna Walter was the Lady Chaps’ top performer, earning silver in the 97-pound weight class with a weight total of 670 pounds.

Walter said she originally thought she was locked into third or fourth place and that she and her teammates were overjoyed when they received the news she finished in second place.

“When we found out that I won, my teammates and I were screaming with happiness,” she said. “It was just such an amazing moment because I had no idea that I was even in second.”

The event marked Walter’s fourth appearance at the state meet and her third time making the podium at the event, and she shared her gratitude for Gathright and her mom, Troy Walter.

“I want to say thank you to Coach Gathright, first of all because he was the one who saw my potential and recruited me to join the team my freshman year, and he made sure I had everything I needed to be successful throughout my career,” she said. “… I also want to thank my mom because she was my biggest inspiration. She was one of the first women to fight for a spot to compete for Aubrey in powerlifting, and I wanted to finish what she started.”

Zoe Fikes also competed in the 97-pound weight class, finishing sixth with a weight total of 590 pounds.

Asia’H Dallas placed ninth in the 114-pound weight class, with a weight total of 745 pounds.

Presley Howard also competed in the 114-pound weight class, finishing 10th with a weight total of 710 pounds.

Bianca Bertolani placed seventh in the 123-pound weight class, lifting a total of 790 pounds.

Alaya Harnett finished 14th in the 148-pound weight class, with a weight total of 755 pounds.

Ella Burton placed seventh in the 181-pound weight class, lifting a total of 910 pounds.

Mariah Saldivar finished 11th in the 220-pound weight class, with a weight total of 760 pounds.

Haylee Moon was the Lady Chaps’ second medalist, placing fourth in the 242+ weight class with a total of 1,130 pounds and a recordbreaking performance.

Moon set a new state record in bench press of 315 pounds on her second attempt but had to battle to keep her crown.

“The girl behind me tied it, and she got it up but not with ease, and I knew with all the practice I’ve been doing, bench is one of my specialties,” she said. “I know how to work the bench shirt, so I knew I could get more weight up with my technique and Coach Gathright in front of me, cheering me on.”

The meet marked Moon’s third appearance at the state meet but her first time completing the event and earning a medal, and she expressed her appreciation for Gathright and her mother, Rebecca Martinez.

“[Gathright] is a father figure for me in the sports program, and he’s believed in me since I was a freshman,” she said. “… And my mom is my biggest supporter. She was proud of me making it to state the first two years, but this year she was really proud of me.”

With chalk dust settled on the 2026 season, Gathright thanked student teacher Ashley Tankersley, team parent Dana Fikes and Aubrey athletic secretary Lanise Heath.

“We had 47 girls on the team this year, and we set a program record with 36 girls qualifying for Regionals and had nine go to State and took a trophy or plaque from every single meet we competed in; I’m so proud of the continued success that this program has been able to have,” Gathright said.

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