The Whitney City Council approved changes to the city's ordinance regarding outdoor displays in the downtown area and discussed other business in a meeting held Thursday, March 26. The council voted to amend the ordinance related to outdoor displays after recent discussions and public hearings. Two downtown businesses, C&S Antiques and Keith Ace Hardware, requested … Continue reading Council amends outdoor display ordinance
DMV warns Texans about text scam
Fraudsters are flooding phones with fake violation notices designed to scare and steal. Drivers across Texas have reported receiving alarming messages that falsely claim to be from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) or similarly named agencies. These texts often threaten immediate prosecution, suspension of vehicle registration or loss of driving privileges due to … Continue reading DMV warns Texans about text scam
Commissioners support road funding legislation
The Hill County Commissioners Court approved a resolution supporting proposed state legislation aimed at increasing funding for county road infrastructure during a meeting held Tuesday, March 24. The resolution states that counties are responsible for maintaining more than half of all public road miles in the state but receive only a small share of state … Continue reading Commissioners support road funding legislation
Wildcat powerlifters earn medals at state contest
Whitney High School sophomore Shayna Hughes set three personal records and earned ninth place overall at the girls' state powerlifting meet in Edinburg over spring break. She lifted a total of 880 lbs., including a 315 lb. squat, 225 lb. bench and 340 lb. deadlift. Whitney High School powerlifters competed at the boys' state meet … Continue reading Wildcat powerlifters earn medals at state contest
Chamber award nominations due Friday
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will continue accepting nominations for awards to be presented at this year's chamber banquet through Friday, March 27. Tickets and table reservations are also now available for the 71st annual banquet planned for Saturday, April 18. Each year, the chamber presents awards to individuals and businesses for their significant … Continue reading Chamber award nominations due Friday
Voter registration deadline is April 2 for May elections
The voter registration deadline for new voters planning to cast a ballot in May city and school elections is Thursday, April 2. This is also the deadline for voters to register a change of address for the May election date.Texas law requires eligible voters to register by the 30th day before election day. The City … Continue reading Voter registration deadline is April 2 for May elections
Injured cliff jumpers rescued by boat
Multiple agencies cooperated to rescue two people from a cliff on Lake Whitney Saturday, March 21. Due to the terrain, the couple had to be lowered onto boats and transported to shore for medical care. See accompanying story for more information. Bosque County Sheriff's Office photo Local first responders worked together to rescue two people … Continue reading Injured cliff jumpers rescued by boat
Council to meet Thursday
The Whitney City Council will meet in a special session at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 26. The council is expected to hold a public hearing on amendments to the zoning ordinance related to outdoor display of goods for sale in the Central Business District. There will be discussion and possible action on an America250 potluck … Continue reading Council to meet Thursday
Ag Youth meeting April 1
The annual meeting of Hill County Ag Youth will be held Wednesday April 1, at the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension building, 213 Stadium Drive in Hillsboro. Those attending the meeting are asked to enter through the east door, not the front door of the building. The public portion of that meeting will begin at 5:30 … Continue reading Ag Youth meeting April 1
WISD approves $2k stipend for teachers
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees met Monday, March 9, and approved a $2,000 stipend for all certified teachers in the 2026-27 school year. The stipend is the latest component of the district's efforts to provide more competitive pay to educators with the goal of recruiting and retaining teachers amid a statewide teacher … Continue reading WISD approves $2k stipend for teachers
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