The Whitney High School girls basketball team began district play Friday, January 5, with a home game against the Maypearl Panthers. The Lady Panthers came away with a 56-36 win in the first district matchup. The Lady Wildcats had already competed in three tournaments prior to district. The first was at Brock, where they faced … Continue reading District schedule now underway for ‘Lady Cats’
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Popular artists to perform at Eclipse Fest
Tickets are now on sale for a three-day music festival featuring well-known country artists that has been scheduled to coincide with Hillsboro's solar eclipse activities in April. The Cosmic Cowboy Eclipse Festival, which will be held at the outlet mall site in Hillsboro, will be conducted from Friday, April 5, through Monday, April 8 — … Continue reading Popular artists to perform at Eclipse Fest
Applications for mail ballots now accepted
With a busy election year ahead, those who meet the state's requirements to vote by mail are reminded that they can now submit their applications for a mail ballot. Texans may request a ballot by mail if they: • will be away from their county on Election Day and during the hours that early voting … Continue reading Applications for mail ballots now accepted
County fair planned next week in Hillsboro
Young people throughout the county are preparing their livestock, creative arts and shop projects for next week’s Hill County Fair. The fair will get underway at the county fairgrounds in Hillsboro earlier than usual this year, with judging beginning Monday, January 8 and activities wrapping up Saturday, January 13. Ag mechanics projects will begin moving … Continue reading County fair planned next week in Hillsboro
County planning for April’s eclipse crowd
Hill County hosted the first of several planned meetings of first responders, law enforcement and community leaders recently to present plans for the April 8, 2024 eclipse. The Hill County Office of Emergency Management, led by Tom Hemrick, coordinated the meeting and presentations by Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Chris Jackson, Allyson Cliett with the City … Continue reading County planning for April’s eclipse crowd
Two killed in Bosque Co. Christmas Eve shooting
The Bosque County Sheriff's Office is investigating the shooting deaths of two men in Laguna Park that occurred on Christmas Eve. According to a release from the sheriff's office, deputies responded to a residence in Laguna Park Sunday, December 24, after receiving a report of a disturbance with shots fired. When deputies arrived, they were … Continue reading Two killed in Bosque Co. Christmas Eve shooting
David Holmes files for 4th term as county attorney
David Holmes of Hillsboro recently filed paperwork with the Hill County Republican Party for a place on the March 2024 primary ballot. He is seeking his fourth term as county attorney of Hill County. After serving as assistant county attorney for six and a half years under then County Attorney Mark Pratt, Holmes began his … Continue reading David Holmes files for 4th term as county attorney
Fundraising for Baker Field track now underway
The Whitney Wildcat Football League has been raising funds to repair the track at Baker Field. Joe Corson, one of the main drivers of the project, recently spoke at a school board meeting on the importance of a public track to our community and youth. "Our community has donated a little over $4,000," he reported. … Continue reading Fundraising for Baker Field track now underway
Local Al-Anon, Alateen groups
Locally, Al-Anon meets on Monday and Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. Alateen meets Monday night from 7-8 p.m. Both meet at 327 FM 1713 in Whitney. Call 254-694-5007 for more information.
MOW drivers needed locally
Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers to assist with its mission of delivering meals and smiles to Whitney seniors. Meals on Wheels volunteers must be 18 years old, have their own vehicle and pass a background check. For more information, email rachel@mowwaco.org or call 254-752-0316.
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