Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.3 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 6.4% more than in November 2024. Whitney's November payment was $92,426, up 2.04% compared to last November. To date this year, the city's allocations have totaled … Continue reading Comptroller releases sales tax allocations
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Hill County native earns TPWD’s Medal of Valor
Hill County native Jacob Crumpton was one of seven Texas game wardens recognized in October with a Medal of Valor. The medal was awarded in recognition of outstanding bravery, selfless service and dedication to the mission of serving the people of Texas during the massive floods in the Texas Hill Country beginning on July 4. … Continue reading Hill County native earns TPWD’s Medal of Valor
Candidate filing to begin ahead of March primaries
Candidates seeking the nomination of the local Republican or Democratic parties ahead of next year's general election can begin filing for primaries Saturday, November 8. The deadline to apply for a spot on the March primary ballot is 6 p.m. Monday, December 8. Hill County offices up for election next year, and the current officeholders, … Continue reading Candidate filing to begin ahead of March primaries
Commissioners Court hears AgriLife Extension report
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard an update from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension District 8 Administrator Jay Kingston during a meeting held Tuesday, October 28. Kingston thanked the county for its partnership on Extension efforts and provided an overview of the impact of those programs in Hill County. Extension agents Zach Davis and Tyler Mays … Continue reading Commissioners Court hears AgriLife Extension report
Monks travel through Hill County
Buddhist monks on a 110-day Walk for Peace walked through Hill County on their way to Austin last week. After their trip to the state capitol, they will resume their walk to Washington, D.C., stopping at the capitol of every state they visit along the way. Pictured above, the monks pass by the Hill County … Continue reading Monks travel through Hill County
Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
Two Hill County football programs — the Whitney Wildcats and the Aquilla Cougars — have been building toward this moment all season. Both have already punched their playoff tickets. Both are undefeated in district play.And this Friday night, each will take the field with a chance to claim an outright district championship against a long-time … Continue reading Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
Local, statewide measures on ballots
Early voting in the November 4 election will continue through Friday, October 31, and Election Day polling places have been set throughout the area. Local residents will join with the rest of the state in voting on 17 proposed Texas constitutional amendments, and residents of Aquilla Independent School District and Emergency Services District 1 will … Continue reading Local, statewide measures on ballots
Whitney tames Black Cats, wins 59–25 in weather-shifted matchup
A day early and right on time. With the game moved up to Thursday night because of severe weather forecasts, the Whitney Wildcats didn’t miss a beat. Whitney dominated from start to finish, blasting Mexia 59–25 in a statement win that highlighted the team’s growing balance and confidence. The victory moved the Wildcats to 6–2 … Continue reading Whitney tames Black Cats, wins 59–25 in weather-shifted matchup
Food For Families collection underway
The annual Food For Families drive is scheduled for Friday, November 21, at Our Daily Bread Food Bank in Whitney. All November donations will be counted toward the Lake Whitney food bank's 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 For Families collection underway
Fire departments receive state grants
The Texas A&M Forest Service approved $164 million in funding to award 558 fire trucks and 321 slip-on units to Texas volunteer fire departments through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program last week. The following Hill County departments were awarded: Whitney Fire and Rescue - $345,000 to be used for a water tender and … Continue reading Fire departments receive state grants
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