In 2000, David Palmer’s lifelong friend introduced him to the paving business. Leaving Ford Motor Company and a secure paycheck, David became the owner of North American Paving in Dallas. Before long, he found himself spending time in and around Weatherford. His father came with him and often stayed in the peaceful atmosphere instead […]
Training Academy 4U, LLC offers its students the skills they need to find success in dental and physician offices, hospitals, clinics and many other health care facilities. “Our students start here with their careers,” Michele Andrews, owner and instructor, said. “We are very proud of all of our students. You will find many of […]
Long ago in Maryland, James Popp started his career in electrical work. With time, he became a service manager and earned his master license. Although he enjoyed the challenge of finding issues, he grew bored. He also learned about heating and air conditioning and then started his own company, AJR. That was 17 years […]
Having worked in the water purification industry for more than four years, John Elder launched his own business in September 2016. “It’s what I knew,” he said. Weatherford area water doesn’t always taste the best, and many times the foulness concerns people, leaving them wondering about safety. One of the things available from Elder’s […]
On June 16, 1958, The Malt Shop opened for business. For the last 60 years, the pink building hasn’t changed much, but last year, Janie and Donald Williams became the fourth owners of this historic restaurant. Janie always said, “If I ever win the lottery, I’ll buy this place.” Well, she didn’t win the […]
The owners of Texas Butane Co, Inc. are proud of the company’s low-number license, granted by the Texas Railroad Commission in 1958. “We’re proud of our reputation, too,” Morris White said. Recently, the Texas Historical Commission recognized Texas Butane as a Texas Treasure for its 50-year, single-family history in Weatherford. Morris joined the company […]
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