The Whitney High School Class of 2026 will walk the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 29, at Wildcat Stadium. There are 86 graduates this year, with Valedictorian McKenna Lynn Driessner and Salutatorian Eliyah Grace Hughes at the top of the class. Valedictorian McKenna Lynn Driessner Driessner is the daughter of Chad and Tierni Driessner … Continue reading Whitney High School to present 86 diplomas Friday
Council reorganized following election
The Whitney City Council welcomed new and returning members during its regular monthly meeting held Thursday, May 21. Jason Sneed, who received the majority of the vote in the recent city election, received his certification of election and took his seat at the table. Vicki Wilson and Cheryl Taylor-West also started new terms on the … Continue reading Council reorganized following election
Sen. Birdwell confirmed by US Senate
State Senator Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) was confirmed by the U.S. Senate last week as assistant secretary of war for sustainment. Birdwell was nominated to serve as an assistant secretary of defense by President Donald Trump last year.In an announcement Monday, May 18, Birdwell said that he is in the final period of his service to … Continue reading Sen. Birdwell confirmed by US Senate
Central Texas Cattle Stocker program set
The McLennan County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, in partnership with area beef and forage committees in Bell, Bosque, Coryell, Falls, Hill, Limestone and McLennan counties, will host the 16th Annual Central Texas Stocker Cattle Program Wednesday, June 24, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The morning will start with a breakfast provided by AgTrust … Continue reading Central Texas Cattle Stocker program set
Hill County passes first data center moratorium
The Hill County Commissioners Court passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction in unincorporated areas of the county last week. Precinct 1 Commissioner Jim Holcomb (left) introduced the measure, which gained support from Precinct 2 Commissioner Larry Crumpton (right). County Judge Shane Brassell (center) cast the tie-breaking vote to pass the measure. County … Continue reading Hill County passes first data center moratorium
Runoff early voting continues ahead of Election Day Tuesday
Early voting in primary runoff elections will wrap up Friday, May 22, ahead of Election Day, Tuesday, May 26.Voters who cast a ballot in March primaries can only vote in the same party's runoff election this month. Those who did not vote in March can choose to vote in either party's runoff, as Texans do … Continue reading Runoff early voting continues ahead of Election Day Tuesday
Court considers fire marshal position amid development
The Hill County Commissioners Court discussed the hiring of a county fire marshal and other county business after wrapping up lengthy discussions about a data center moratorium Tuesday, May 12. As the county sees increased interest from developers, commissioners discussed the need for increased monitoring of projects. The issue was first brought up during data … Continue reading Court considers fire marshal position amid development
Primary runoff early voting to begin May 18
Early voting in primary runoff elections will begin Monday, May 18, and continue through Friday, May 22. Election day will be Tuesday, May 26. There will be one local race on the ballot, with Hill County Precinct 4 commissioner candidates Allan Awtrey and David Gelsthorpe back before voters after no candidate received more than 50 … Continue reading Primary runoff early voting to begin May 18
Hill County cleanup set for Saturday
Hill County will host a community-wide cleanup Saturday, May 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or when dumpsters are full. Drop-off locations will be available in Whitney and Hillsboro. Four dumpsters will be available for trash, and one 18-wheeler trailer will be available for tires. Note that no rims or tractor tires will be … Continue reading Hill County cleanup set for Saturday
Whitney school board meets in May session
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees met in regular session Monday, May 4. Amy Teal spoke in open forum, where she encouraged increased voter participation in future elections and expressed concerns regarding what she said was a hasty recommendation to terminate Intermediate School Assistant Principal Dr. Steven Slaughter, following an incident last month … Continue reading Whitney school board meets in May session
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