The filing period for the March primaries closed Monday, December 8, and Hill County voters will see several contested races on the Republican ballot. Locally, the offices of district judge, county treasurer and county commissioner in precincts 2 and 4 will be contested. Hillsboro attorney Stephanie Johnson will challenge incumbent District Judge Justin Lewis on … Continue reading Filing ends with contested primary races
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Commissioners discuss ESD 1 appointments
The Hill County Commissioners Court discussed appointments to the Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 board during a regular meeting held Tuesday, December 9. The court approved the appointment of Bill Hefner to replace outgoing board member Ken Goins, but a vote on the reappointment of Chad Wilson, who currently serves as the ESD 1 treasurer, … Continue reading Commissioners discuss ESD 1 appointments
Whitney ISD board reorganized after vice president’s resignation
Pictured at center is Brent Marbut after his appointment to the Whitney ISD Board of Trustees last week. Jason Sneed recently announced his resignation. The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees met in regular session Monday, December 8, and accepted the resignation of Vice President Jason Sneed. In an online statement, Sneed said his … Continue reading Whitney ISD board reorganized after vice president’s resignation
Hill County Fair creative arts registration now open online
Registration for the Creative Arts Division of the 2026 Hill County Fair will be open online from Monday, December 15, through Wednesday, December 31. The fair is scheduled to run from check-in on Sunday, January 11, through Saturday, January 17, at the Hill County Fairgrounds in Hillsboro. All creative arts items must be registered at … Continue reading Hill County Fair creative arts registration now open online
Comptroller releases Dec. sales tax
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for December, 7.5% more than in December 2024. Locally, Hill County's December allocation came to $362,813, down just under 1% compared to last December. Year-to-date allocations have totaled … Continue reading Comptroller releases Dec. sales tax
Grinch Fest, parade downtown Saturday
Downtown Whitney will be filled with Christmas activity Saturday, December 13 as the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Grinch Fest, culminating in the evening's Christmas parade and tree lighting. The day will begin with the Grinch Gallop 5k at 8 a.m. The run will start at Whitney Elementary School and end at … Continue reading Grinch Fest, parade downtown Saturday
No major injuries after Whitney ISD bus accident
A Whitney ISD school bus carrying students slid off the roadway into a ditch on HCR 1240 Wednesday afternoon, December 3. The incident was reported at 4:24 p.m., with multiple agencies responding to the scene. The district reported that the bus was carrying elementary and intermediate school children. Superintendent Todd Southard said that those on … Continue reading No major injuries after Whitney ISD bus accident
Wreath-laying ceremony Sat. at cemetery
The public is invited to a wreath-laying ceremony as this year's Wreaths Across America event is held at Whitney Memorial Park Saturday, December 13, at 10 a.m. Wreaths Across America is a non-profit organization founded in 2007 to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine wreath maker Morrill … Continue reading Wreath-laying ceremony Sat. at cemetery
County Line Cruisers taking toy donations
The County Line Cruisers will host their 10th annual Santa's Rod Run this year, delivering presents to local children. Toy donations will be accepted until Saturday, December 13, at Pat's Automotive, 4501 FM 933 in Whitney. Collected toys will be distributed before Christmas to children in Whitney, Blum, Kopperl and Aquilla. Anyone with questions in … Continue reading County Line Cruisers taking toy donations
Primary candidate filing deadline Dec. 8
Candidates seeking the nomination of the local Republican or Democratic parties ahead of next year's general election can file for primaries until 6 p.m. Monday, December 8. Hill County offices up for election next year, and the current officeholders, include: District Judge (Justin Lewis), County Judge (Shane Brassell), County Court at Law Judge (Matt Crain), … Continue reading Primary candidate filing deadline Dec. 8
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