Sports Writer: Brent Cook August 25, 2021 The Whitney Wildcats march back onto the field of green this Friday with a mission of re-establishing the program as a fast and furious football squad with the talent and teamwork to return to the playoffs. Kickoff for the season-opener is set for 7:30 p.m. at Wildcat Stadium, … Continue reading High hopes fuel Wildcats’ return to football field
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Art Briles kicks off AISD school year
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Former Baylor University head football coach Art Briles surprised Aquilla Independent School District (AISD) students, staff and parents with a "Back to School" convocation speech Monday, August 16. AISD superintendent Dr. David Edison said that he recently contacted the former Big 12 Coach of the Year about a coaching … Continue reading Art Briles kicks off AISD school year
Retired teachers attend leadership training
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Doug Hennig, Bosque County Retired Teachers Association President, Laura Rothrock, District 12 President, and Kay Brown, Hill County Retired Teachers Association President, attended the District 12 Texas Retired Teachers Association local presidents leadership training over the summer at the Region 12 Service Center in Waco. District 12 consists of … Continue reading Retired teachers attend leadership training
DPS urges drivers to be cautious this school year
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 With the school year underway for many districts across the state, the Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding the public of steps they can take to keep students and staff members safe. This includes slowing down in school zones, staying off cell phones and being aware at all … Continue reading DPS urges drivers to be cautious this school year
Anniversary celebration set for Lake Whitney Senior Center
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Senior Center visitors enjoy chair yoga Lake Whitney Senior Center is overjoyed to invite 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 … Continue reading Anniversary celebration set for Lake Whitney Senior Center
Aquilla resident sworn in to serve Silver-Haired Legislature
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Barbara Aydlett of Aquilla was sworn in as a member of the 19th Texas Silver-Haired Legislature (TSHL) at its orientation session held July 18-22 in Pflugerville. Sixty-nine delegates from 24 Area Agency on Aging regions in Texas were sworn in for a two-year term by the Honorable Bryan Hughes, … Continue reading Aquilla resident sworn in to serve Silver-Haired Legislature
Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce welcomes members
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting to welcome Browns Bee Removal and Apiary to the chamber. The Browns can be found every Saturday at the Lake Whitney Farmers Market at 100 N. Brazos in Whitney. They can also be reached at 682-433-3393. Pictured are … Continue reading Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce welcomes members
BARK now registering for first annual LW fishing tournament
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Bosque County Animal Rescue Kennels has announced plans for its first annual bass fishing tournament at Lake Whitney Saturday, September 11. The tournament will take place at Lofers Bend Park near the Whitney Dam. All proceeds benefit Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels, with a combined $20,000 in cash prizes for … Continue reading BARK now registering for first annual LW fishing tournament
Hill College earns 10-year accreditation reaffirmation
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 Hill College’s accreditation has been reaffirmed through 2031 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), the regional body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the southern states. The SACSCOC Board of Trustees made the announcement at its June 17 meeting. To … Continue reading Hill College earns 10-year accreditation reaffirmation
FEMA funeral assistance still available
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 25, 2021 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to offer assistance to families with COVID-19 related funeral expenses during the pandemic. Apply for FEMA Funeral Assistance by calling 844-684-6333 or TTY 800-462-7585. Phone lines are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday with multilingual services available. … Continue reading FEMA funeral assistance still available
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