The Hill County Commissioners Court rejected a petition seeking creation of an agricultural development district in the county during a Tuesday, August 25 meeting. The petition was submitted by a group of Hill County landowners who said that the district could help protect farmland from industrial development, including data centers. The proposed district would have … Continue reading Ag development district rejected after landowners raise concerns
Whitney plans city-wide garage sale this weekend
Whitney will hold a city-wide garage sale Friday through Sunday, September 4-6, with the City of Whitney waiving garage sale permit fees for the weekend. Residents are encouraged to set up garage sales, while shoppers can search for treasures throughout the city. Sales will be included on a city-wide garage sale list. Residents who want … Continue reading Whitney plans city-wide garage sale this weekend
Donations sought as grass fires continue in Hill County
Hill County volunteer fire departments have battled 32 grass fires since August 1 as hot, dry conditions persist in the county. A drop-off location has been established for residents who would like to donate sports drinks to keep firefighters hydrated on the scene of fires. Gatorade and other hydrating sports drinks can be dropped off … Continue reading Donations sought as grass fires continue in Hill County
Brazos River Authority implements drought watch
The Brazos River Authority has informed customers accessing water from Whitney, Aquilla, Granbury and Limestone lakes that a Stage 1 - Drought Watch has been declared. The watch is the result of the drier than normal conditions in this portion of the Brazos River Basin and is a response to drought trigger levels established by … Continue reading Brazos River Authority implements drought watch
Wildcats make season-opening statement with shutout in Mart
Senior Kobe Haynes, who has already signed with TCU, completed 14 of 24 passes for 321 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 98 yards and two scores against Mart. Sheri Hemrick photo The Whitney Wildcats delivered a first-half warning against the Mart Panthers. Then they issued a powerful second-half statement, proving why they are … Continue reading Wildcats make season-opening statement with shutout in Mart
Hill County unemployment rate stands at 4.4% in July
Hill County's July unemployment rate was 4.4 percent, according to the latest data released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) last week. TWC's report shows that there were 844 unemployed Hill County residents in July out of a total civilian labor force of 19,052. The July rate is slightly lower than June's 4.6 percent rate … Continue reading Hill County unemployment rate stands at 4.4% in July
Parks board proposes community center at former Cato Drug site
A proposal to transform Whitney’s historic Cato Drug building into a community center that also celebrates the city’s history was presented to the Whitney City Council Thursday, August 20. The Parks Advisory Board presented its concept for the building at 117 West Washington Avenue, which the city announced that it purchased in January 2025. The … Continue reading Parks board proposes community center at former Cato Drug site
City administrator resigns, council proposes tax rate
The Whitney City Council accepted the resignation of City Administrator Billy Pribble, proposed a tax rate for the coming year and discussed other city business Thursday, August 20. Pribble originally submitted his resignation last year after starting his own business, but he decided to stay with the city after he was asked to continue in … Continue reading City administrator resigns, council proposes tax rate
Proposed county tax rate stands, public hearing set for September 1
The Hill County Commissioners Court opted not to amend the proposed county tax rate after further budget discussions Tuesday, August 18. The court also set public hearings on the county budget and tax rate for September 1. At an August 4 meeting, the court proposed a combined county tax rate of $0.467890 per $100 valuation. … Continue reading Proposed county tax rate stands, public hearing set for September 1
Miss Lake Whitney Pageant now accepting contestants
The Whitney Lions Club is inviting young ladies from across the area to participate in the Miss Lake Whitney Pageant Saturday, September 26, at the Whitney ISD Auditorium, located at 305 South San Jacinto Street. The pageant returns during an especially historic year for the community, as Whitney celebrates its 150th anniversary and the nation … Continue reading Miss Lake Whitney Pageant now accepting contestants
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