The Hill County Commissioners Court discussed the future of the county's tax abatement guidelines during a meeting held Tuesday, October 27. In April, the court rescinded the document that was guiding how the county considered granting tax abatements to companies. At that time, County Judge Shane Brassell said that the document needed to be revised … Continue reading County moves forward with new abatement guidelines
‘Cats give Goats a Halloween fright, capture district crown
There were plenty of tricks, but the Whitney Wildcats had all the treats Friday night.On the eve of Halloween, Kobe Haynes and the Wildcats put on a frightening offensive display, piling up 56 first-half points before cruising to a 77-27 victory over Groesbeck on homecoming and Senior Night at Wildcat Stadium.Haynes orchestrated the dominating performance, … Continue reading ‘Cats give Goats a Halloween fright, capture district crown
Whitney FFA awarded grant for dog grooming, vet science lab
Whitney FFA at Whitney High School has been awarded a $5,000 grant from The George G. and Alva Hudson Smith Foundation to help establish a Dog Grooming and Veterinary Science Lab, expanding opportunities for students pursuing careers in veterinary science, animal care and agriculture.The grant will fund essential equipment for the new lab, including professional … Continue reading Whitney FFA awarded grant for dog grooming, vet science lab
Collections now underway ahead of annual food drive
The annual Food for Families Food Drive is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, November 20, at Our Daily Bread, Lake Whitney's food bank at 100 Sims Drive in Whitney.Food for Families Food Drive is a joint annual project of the Longhorn Council of the Boy Scouts of America, H.E.B. Grocery Company and … Continue reading Collections now underway ahead of annual food drive
Whitney schedules annual Veterans Day ceremony
Whitney will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, November 11, at 10 a.m.The event will be held at the Family Life Center of King Memorial Methodist Church, also known as the Lake Whitney Senior Center, located at 503 North Colorado Street.The entire community is invited to attend the event honoring veterans and active service … Continue reading Whitney schedules annual Veterans Day ceremony
WHS Homecoming Nominees
Whitney High School will present the 2026 homecoming queen and king during halftime of the Wildcats' homecoming football game against Groesbeck Friday, October 30. Queen nominees are (l to r): Xochitl Contreras, Zoe Holton, Kynlie Thompson and Alania Calderon. King nominees are (l to r): Colt Poore, K.J. O'Hearn, Leo Montes and Ja'Caiden Overstreet.
City developing donation policy after OAG opinion
The Whitney City Council directed city staff to begin developing a donation policy after discussing an attorney general's opinion on the city's ability to accept donations during its meeting Thursday, October 22.The city had been awaiting an opinion from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) about whether a Type A general law city may … Continue reading City developing donation policy after OAG opinion
Homecoming activities scheduled for Wildcats
The Whitney Wildcats' homecoming football game against the Groesbeck Goats will be Friday, October 30.The week leading up to the game will include a community pep rally, Wildcat decor contest and other activities.The Whitney Wildcat Community Pep Rally and celebration will be at Wildcat Stadium Wednesday, October 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The … Continue reading Homecoming activities scheduled for Wildcats
Early voting continues this week, Election Day Tuesday
Voters have the rest of the week to cast an early ballot in the Tuesday, November 3 midterm General Election, and they will have their final voting opportunity on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.Hill County voters have three early voting locations to choose from in Hillsboro, Whitney or Hubbard. On Election Day, voters must report … Continue reading Early voting continues this week, Election Day Tuesday
Proposed HILCO water system sale draws opposition
A proposed sale of HILCO H2O water systems to CSWR-Texas Utility Operating Co. LLC is drawing opposition from local residents concerned about potential water rate increases and the future of service in portions of Hill and Bosque counties.The sale is pending before the Public Utility Commission of Texas under Docket No. 59426. A legal notice … Continue reading Proposed HILCO water system sale draws opposition
