The Blue Transit program provides a low-cost transportation option for residents of rural areas. Four new buses have been added to serve local residents. To schedule a trip, call 254-292-1873. The Heart of Texas Council of Governments is rolling out four new buses for its Blue Transit Rural Transportation program. The buses offer low-cost, door-to-door … Continue reading Blue Transit adds 4 new buses to provide reliable transportation
Lakeith Jones Local veteran and new author Lakeith Jones recently published a book that earned the "top new release" designation on Amazon in the faith category, and he is inviting the community to a book signing Tuesday, November 12, in Waco. "Best Barber Ever: Stories from the Chair" includes stories from Jones' barber chair on … Continue reading Veteran, author publishes stories from barber chair
(Note: This game has been moved to 7 p.m. Thursday, November 7 due to weather conditions.) The Whitney Wildcats got back into the groove Friday night, November 1, dancing past the Groesbeck Goats and keeping the hope for a playoff berth alive. The Wildcats posted 42 points in the second half to slam the door … Continue reading Wildcat victory sets up must-win showdown with West
Voting will continue through Friday, November 1, at Hill County's three early voting locations, and those planning to cast ballots on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, will report to their precinct's polling place. Early voting continues at the Hill County Covington Street Annex in Hillsboro, the Precinct 1 Annex in Whitney (Huron) and the Hubbard … Continue reading Early voting continues, Election Day Tuesday
The annual Food For Families drive is scheduled for Friday, November 22, at Our Daily Bread Food Bank in Whitney. All November donations will be counted toward the Lake Whitney Food Bank goal of 70,000 pounds. The Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance food bank operates completely through donations and volunteers. No one is paid. All donations … Continue reading Food drive collections begin locally
The Whitney City Council approved a new fee schedule that will increase water and sewer rates to address existing and future infrastructure needs during a meeting held Thursday, October 24. The issue had been discussed in budget workshops as the city prepares to upgrade its wastewater infrastructure and purchase a $4 million wastewater treatment system.Operations … Continue reading Whitney council approves water, sewer rate increase
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has identified a driver who died in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday, October 22. According to DPS Sergeant Ryan Howard, Arianna Berry, 52, of Blum was killed in a collision at 2:40 p.m. on State Highway 174 at Farm Road 933 in Blum. Reports indicated that a northbound Ford vehicle … Continue reading Blum woman dies in crash at intersection
Dr. Jay H. Oakey, DDS, a highly respected dentist in the community, recently returned from a week-long intensive training program in Portugal, where he focused on advanced techniques in dental implant surgery. The program, held at a renowned dental institute in Lisbon, specialized in extreme and complex cases of dental implants, further sharpening Dr. Oakey’s … Continue reading Local dentist expands expertise with advanced training in Portugal
Voting is now underway in November's General Election, with early voting locations open in Hill and Bosque counties through Friday, November 1. Hill County voters can cast ballots at any of the three polling places, including the Hill County Covington Street Annex in Hillsboro, the Precinct 1 Annex in Whitney (Huron) and the Hubbard Civic … Continue reading General Election early voting underway throughout area
Hill County Judge Justin Lewis announced Tuesday, October 15, that Hill County has been placed under a disaster burn ban. Judge Lewis said that firefighters have responded to at least 32 grass fires in October, and the county’s Keetch-Byram Drought Index has surpassed 575, indicating dry conditions.The county KBDI average as of Sunday, October 20, … Continue reading Hill County under burn ban as Abbott declares disaster
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