Reporter: Ellie Mahan September 1, 2021 The Whitney population is growing, along with the number of housing and business developments underway. There are currently three active housing developments in Whitney, and the number of certificates of occupancy for new businesses has increased by roughly 15% this year, according to Chris Bentley, city administrator and chief … Continue reading New housing planned in Whitney, businesses also on the increase
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Hill County commissioners discuss COVID-19, budget
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a regular session Tuesday, August 24, and continued discussing the latest COVID-19 surge, the county budget for the coming fiscal year and other regular business. In his comments to the court, County Judge Justin Lewis reiterated the seriousness of the current situation … Continue reading Hill County commissioners discuss COVID-19, budget
Local unemployment rates down in July, state adds jobs
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 Local unemployment rates were down in July from both the previous month and the same time last year, according to the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Hill County’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.5 percent in July, a decrease from June’s rate of 6.1 percent and lower than last July’s 7.7 … Continue reading Local unemployment rates down in July, state adds jobs
Bosque County officials provide update on COVID-19 surge
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 The Bosque County Emergency Management office released an update Friday, August 27, amid the latest increase in COVID-19 cases. The most serious issue the county is currently facing is finding intensive care unit (ICU) beds for seriously ill patients. "This also means if you have a heart attack or … Continue reading Bosque County officials provide update on COVID-19 surge
Anniversary celebration at Senior Center
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 Lake Whitney Senior Center invites Lake Whitney and the surrounding communities to a second-year anniversary celebration Tuesday, September 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The day will be a festive occasion with free pizza and cake for everyone. Come ready to enjoy a party, and maybe even win … Continue reading Anniversary celebration at Senior Center
Lake Whitney Arts awards scholarship
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 Lake Whitney Arts is pleased to have awarded a $500 college scholarship to recent high school graduate Blake Trimble, who has been involved with at least a dozen shows at Lake Whitney Arts. Pictured above, Board of Directors member Marc Minnies presents a scholarship certificate to Trimble at the … Continue reading Lake Whitney Arts awards scholarship
Quinlan Ford races to season-opening win against Wildcats
Sports Writer: Brent Cook September 1, 2021 Senior Kyler Cryns slips past the Quinlan Ford defense Friday night at Wildcat Stadium. Cryns led the Wildcats in receiving with 54 yards and a touchdown. Whitney returns to action Friday in Robinson. The Quinlan Ford Panthers stormed into Wildcat Stadium to start the season on Friday night … Continue reading Quinlan Ford races to season-opening win against Wildcats
Bosque hay collection set for September 17
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Bosque County will soon be collecting hay samples for the 43rd Annual Bosque County Hay Show and Scholarship Fundraiser. Those interested in submitting hay samples into this year’s contest may drop them off at the Bosque County Extension Office, located at 104 … Continue reading Bosque hay collection set for September 17
Hill College Performing Arts Series to return with Irish Folk on September 16
Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 1, 2021 The Hill College Visual and Performing Arts Department has announced that performances for the Phillip H. Lowe Performing Arts Series are returning in person this year. Dr. Brad Bolick, Hill College Coordinator of Visual and Performing Arts, said that it is exciting to host in-person performances again and he … Continue reading Hill College Performing Arts Series to return with Irish Folk on September 16
MHMC closed to in-person services Saturday
Submitted by Mission Hillsboro Medical Clinic September 1, 2021 Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Hill County, Mission Hillsboro Medical Clinic will not be open for face-to-face patient care Saturday, September 4. Patients are asked to call 254-479-1489 for questions and/or refills. Callers should leave their name, date of birth, phone number and … Continue reading MHMC closed to in-person services Saturday
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