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Weatherford, TX is just 25 miles west of Fort Worth in Parker County. The city gets its name from Thomas Jefferson Weatherford, a state senator from Dallas. Known for having many peaches, Texas Legislature has proclaimed Weatherford as the Peach Capital of Texas. The Cutting Horse Association and its affiliates hold competitions there and nearby Silverado. This led to the city's second nickname: the Cutting Horse Capital. The city is filled with historic buildings as it contains more than 60 Queen Ann, Victorian, and other breathtaking homes. Built in 1886, its most famous building is the Parker County Courthouse. You'll find the recently renovated courthouse in the center of downtown. Families looking for new homes in DFW will want to take a look at Weatherford as it has a rich heritage and a diversity of events year-round. Awesome Special Events in Weatherford Consider its nickname, it's no surprise one of the more popular events is the Parker County Peach Festival held at Historic Downtown on the second Saturday in July. Everyone will find something to do with more than 200 arts, crafts, food, and activity booths; three live stages filled with all kinds of entertainment, Peach Pedal Bike Ride; "42" Domino Tourney; and children's activities. Live music will have you dancing throughout the festival. On 4th of July, head to Spark in the Park at Heritage Park or anywhere within three miles to watch fireworks. Enjoy live music performances, bounce houses, and food vendors, and children's attractions Weatherford Concerts in the Park presents a variety of free concerts at Heritage Park Amphitheater. Sway to music in a park atmosphere and chomp on delicious munchies. Concert goers can bring their own beer. Going to the movies has never been more fun than at the Dive-In Theater and Weatherford Movies in the Park. Dive-In theater shows movies at sundown by the poolside. Heritage Park Amphitheater is the place to go for Movies in the Park where food vendors are on hand. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to make yourself comfortable. Not all the events take place during warm weather season. When it turns colder, you'll want to head to Christmas on the Square. It's an annual holiday festival with a Christmas Parade, carriage rides, ice sculptures, and many activities for everyone. For times you want something to do between events, check out these places:

• Gardens: Clark Gardens Botanical Parks and Chandor Gardens
• Doss Heritage and Cultural Center: Learn about western heritage
• National Vietnam War Museum: Take a historical trip
• Capernaum Village: Replica of a first century village
• Wineries: Stop by for a tasting
• Vintage Car Museum: Houses a rotating collection of classic cars

Cool Facts About Weatherford The cost of living in Texas is lower than many states. And Weatherford's cost of living is 7.8 percent, lower than the U.S. average. New jobs have grown by 0.93 percent and unemployment is 4.4 percent, lower than the national average of 5.2 percent. With a population around 30,000 people, it like living small town Texas with more resources. You also get more home for your money with the median price of a home is $157,000. For the past decade, home appreciation grew by 20 percent and it went up by 5.3 percent in just 12 months. New Homes in Weatherford, TX In searching for new homes in DFW, check out Bedinger Place in Weatherford. It's not far from the historic part of the city. The homes in this area range from 1,800 to 3,200 sq. ft. with the price range in the affordable $200s. You have many floor plan options that can be customized. Visit Sandlin Homes Bedinger Place model home anytime Mon. through Sat. from 11 am to 7 pm and Sun from 1 to 7 pm. Although closed on Thu. and Fri., you can call to make an appointment to come in on either of those days. Sandlin Homes in Bendinger Place 2012 Old Foundry Rd. Weatherford, TX 76087 214-282-9387