The Hill County Commissioners Court has scheduled a public hearing on a petition seeking the creation of an agricultural development district that supporters say would help protect farmland from industrial development, including data centers. Authorized under Chapter 60 of the Texas Agriculture Code, agricultural development districts are special-purpose governmental bodies created to promote ag development … Continue reading Residents submit petition for ag development district
Precinct 3 commissioner appointed
The Hill County Commissioners Court observed and recorded the appointment of Martin Dudik to the Precinct 3 commissioner's seat Tuesday, July 28. County Judge Shane Brassell made the appointment after the Republican Party precinct chairs considered applicants to replace Scotty Hawkins, who recently submitted his resignation. Dudik is a Penelope resident and agricultural producer whose … Continue reading Precinct 3 commissioner appointed
City taking public works director apps
The Whitney City Council met in a special session Thursday, July 30, and accepted the resignation of Public Works Director Chris Brennan. After a closed session, the council accepted the resignation and approved opening applications for the director position. Other matters discussed in executive session included a community development director position and police officer position. … Continue reading City taking public works director apps
WISD students return to school Aug. 12
Classes at Whitney Independent School District will resume Wednesday, August 12, and meet-the-teacher events have been announced ahead of the new school year. Whitney Elementary School students will meet teachers Monday, August 10, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Whitney Intermediate School students will meet teachers the same night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Whitney Middle … Continue reading WISD students return to school Aug. 12
Nov. candidate filing open until Aug. 17
The candidate filing period for November 3 city and school elections will continue through Monday, August 17. In our area, there will be elections in Blum and Aquilla. Aquilla ISD will hold an election for the board seats currently held by Will Pinner and Kevin Clepper. Filing will be Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. … Continue reading Nov. candidate filing open until Aug. 17
Officials present county budget requests
Hill County elected officials and department heads presented funding requests for their departments when the Hill County Commissioners Court held budget workshops Tuesday, July 21, and Wednesday, July 22. The county judge and commissioners review individual departmental budgets and requests annually prior to voting on the overall county budget and setting the tax rate for … Continue reading Officials present county budget requests
ESD 1 board reorganizes after recent resignations
The Hill County Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 Board of Commissioners met in regular session Thursday, July 16, and reorganized the board after the recent resignation of three commissioners last month.Bill Heffner was nominated as the new president of the board. Newly appointed commissioner Justin Schulz was nominated to fill the treasurer position and former … Continue reading ESD 1 board reorganizes after recent resignations
Train collision claims life, injures one
A Union Pacific train struck a delivery van crossing the tracks near Itasca last week, claiming one life and leaving the driver in critical condition. See accompanying story for more information. Multiple agencies responded to the scene of a crash involving a train and commercial delivery van that claimed a life in the Itasca area … Continue reading Train collision claims life, injures one
Whitney seeks feedback on city budget
The City of Whitney is requesting public feedback on budget priorities through 5 p.m. Friday, July 31.Email your feedback to info@cityofwhitneytx.gov or drop off a handwritten response at City Hall during business hours. The city is asking residents to provide feedback on what city services or projects should be prioritized and what city services or … Continue reading Whitney seeks feedback on city budget
ESD 2 board approves Aquilla land purchase for new station
The Hill County Emergency Services District (ESD) 2 Board of Commissioners approved its latest land purchase in regular session Thursday, July 16. The board voted to buy approximately 9.8 acres in the Aquilla area at a price of $229,000 for the construction of a future ambulance station. CareFlite representatives also gave their monthly report. There … Continue reading ESD 2 board approves Aquilla land purchase for new station
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