Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 The Hill County Child Protective Services Board and other local officials and organizations gathered to celebrate Adoption Day Friday, November 5. This year, 23 children who were adopted over the past year with their 17 families were invited to the event, which was held at Historic City Hall in … Continue reading Adoption Day celebrated in Hill County
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Food bank working to meet November’s collection goal
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 Official Food For Families drive day is November 19… As families come together for holiday meals, it’s a perfect time to think about those in our community who have no food for meals. November is Food for Families Month, a special month of giving to the Lake Whitney Ministerial … Continue reading Food bank working to meet November’s collection goal
17-year-old Aquilla student has “big dreams in a small town”
Reporter: Ellie Mahan November 10, 2021 The little girl who grew up hot gluing clothing together to make dresses and filming home movies with her little sister had a passion for fashion, modeling and acting that continued over the years. Little did she know, that passion would lead her to attend New York Fashion Week … Continue reading 17-year-old Aquilla student has “big dreams in a small town”
Master Gardeners refresh local park
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 Master Gardeners refresh local parkThe Hill County Master Gardeners recently refreshed the Whitney Veterans Memorial Park in preparation for Veterans Day. The Hill County Sheriff’s Office helped with heavy labor, and several Whitney veterans participated. The organization would like to thank the Hill County Sheriff’s Office for their time … Continue reading Master Gardeners refresh local park
Laekeside VFD Auxillary plans holiday dinner for saturday
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 The Lakeside Village Area VFD Ladies Auxiliary will hold their annual holiday dinner Saturday, November 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Lakeside Village Fire Hall/Community Center. The dinner will consist of turkey, ham, dressing and gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, bread, a drink … Continue reading Laekeside VFD Auxillary plans holiday dinner for saturday
TxDOT urges drivers to ‘End the Streak’
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 It was late in the afternoon when Isaac Simmons got the call: a vehicle was broken down along a stretch of I-45 in Fairfield, and Simmons, a 35-year-old tow truck driver, headed out to help. While wenching the car onto his tow truck, the routine stop suddenly became horrific. … Continue reading TxDOT urges drivers to ‘End the Streak’
Hill County Commissioners Court approves slightly adjusted map
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 Consolidation of county's voting precincts up next… The Hill County Commissioners Court approved a precinct map last week that will determine the areas served by commissioners, justices of the peace and constables for the next 10 years. Redistricting consultant Mike Morrison reported last month that little change was needed … Continue reading Hill County Commissioners Court approves slightly adjusted map
Boo with the Red & Blue
Long lines of superheroes, princesses and other characters filled the streets of downtown Whitney Friday, October 29, as the city hosted the annual "Boo with the Red and Blue" Halloween event. Children enjoyed free hot dogs courtesy of the event's sponsors, along with candy passed out by area businesses and organizations. They also visited with … Continue reading Boo with the Red & Blue
Wildcats focus on playoffs with another district win
Sports Writer: Brent Cook November 3, 2021 With a last-minute touchdown run from senior quarterback Garrett Peacock, the Whitney Wildcats (4-5, 3-2) shocked the Maypearl Panthers Friday night with a thrilling 37-34 victory. “We for sure kept everyone in their seats until the final horn,” said Whitney Head Coach Mark Byrd. The Panthers mounted a … Continue reading Wildcats focus on playoffs with another district win
AED project credited with saving life
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 The Hill County Emergency Services District (ESD) 2 Board of Commissioners heard a report on the success of the recent effort to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in sheriff’s office vehicles and heard an update on new facilities during a meeting held Thursday, October 21. Covington Volunteer Fire Department … Continue reading AED project credited with saving life
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