Hill and Bosque County residents will join voters across Texas at the polls beginning Monday, October 19, when early voting opens for the November 3 general election. Voters will decide races ranging from U.S. Senate and U.S. House to governor and other state offices, along with several decisions closer to home.Most county-level races were decided … Continue reading General Election early voting begins Oct. 19
Remember voter ID when casting ballot
Voters heading to the polls to make their general election selections are reminded that under Texas law, those who possess one of the seven acceptable forms of photo identification must present that ID at the polls when voting in person. They include:• Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)• Texas … Continue reading Remember voter ID when casting ballot
Hill Co. grand jury returns indictments
A Hill County grand jury that convened Friday, October 2, returned the following indictments:Matthew Patrick Adair, 43, of Benbrook, possession of fentanyl under one gram; possession of methamphetamine under one gramDesmond Edward Adams, 46, of Whitney, possession of cocaine between one and four grams; possession of THC under one gramTy Dylan Bankhead, 33, of Mount … Continue reading Hill Co. grand jury returns indictments
Bosque County grand jury returns Oct. indictments
A Bosque County grand jury that convened Thursday, October 1, returned the following indictments:Steven Timothy Peterson, 36, of Garland, aggravated assault causing bodily injury, second-degree felonySantana Villalovos, 26, of Morgan, stalking, third-degree felonyRance Dalton Grubbs, 33, of Clifton, possession of a controlled substance under one gram, state jail felonyCharles Lee Kelley, 65, of Valley Mills, … Continue reading Bosque County grand jury returns Oct. indictments
Garden Club plant sale and raffle
Lake Whitney Garden Club will hold a public plant sale and raffle Saturday, October 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Whitney Church of Christ parking lot. The raffle prize is a collapsible utility wagon with included gardening resources, valued at over $300. Tickets purchased during Pioneer Days are included in the raffle. … Continue reading Garden Club plant sale and raffle
Chamber recognizes 2026 Pioneer Days grand marshal
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce recognized Kelly Watson as this year's Pioneer Days grand marshal, dubbed the "grand pioneer."For Watson, being named this year’s grand pioneer is a meaningful honor. His roots run deep in Whitney, and his memories tell the story of a town built on family, faith, friendships and Wildcat pride.Born in … Continue reading Chamber recognizes 2026 Pioneer Days grand marshal
Smith Foundation releases list of 2026 grant recipients
The George G. and Alva Hudson Smith Foundation has announced its grant awards for 2026. The foundation is committing $195,000 to 13 organizations across Hill County—including Aquilla, Covington, Hillsboro, Itasca and Whitney.In the 32 years of its existence, the foundation has awarded over $3,365,000 to area organizations that serve the community.This year’s grants were awarded … Continue reading Smith Foundation releases list of 2026 grant recipients
A Note About The Tacklebox
Beginning with next week’s issue, we’re making a small change to The Lakelander & Tacklebox.For years, The Tacklebox has been a separate section of the newspaper featuring classified ads, our Business Directory and other advertising. Going forward, that content will be incorporated into the regular newspaper.You will still find the same classified advertising, Business Directory … Continue reading A Note About The Tacklebox
51st annual Pioneer Days Saturday
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will present the 51st annual Pioneer Days festival Saturday, October 3, in downtown Whitney. Visitors and residents will gather downtown to enjoy carnival rides, shopping, food vendors, live entertainment and the afternoon’s parade.The fun starts early with the carnival opening to the public along Railroad Avenue Thursday, October 1. … Continue reading 51st annual Pioneer Days Saturday
County Development Services office taking shape
The Hill County Commissioners Court approved the purchase of equipment for the county's newly created Development Services office during a meeting held Tuesday, September 22. The department has consolidated several county duties, including on-site sewage permitting and inspections, subdivision regulation compliance, 9-1-1 addressing, street signs and county garbage cleanup.Development Services Director John Crawson said that … Continue reading County Development Services office taking shape
