The Lake Whitney Senior Center will hold a potluck social Friday, December 8. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., and the meal will start at 5:30 p.m. Food, games and music will be available. For questions, call David Burton at 214-546-3579.
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LW Chamber ribbon cutting
The public is invited to the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce's ribbon cutting for Main Market & Event Rental, to take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 13. The business is located at 5528 Farm Road 933 in Whitney.
WVFD toy drive now underway
The Whitney Fire Department is accepting donations of toys that will be distributed to children this Christmas. The community is invited to donate new, packaged toys at one of the collection boxes the department has made available. Collection boxes can be found at Whitney City Hall, located at 115 West Jefferson Avenue, or the Whitney … Continue reading WVFD toy drive now underway
Wildcats’ historic run ends in third round of playoffs
Whitney’s chase for a championship ended in a flash as the Wildcats faced off against a ferocious Winnsboro team this past Friday at Kaufman Stadium. With a fast and furious start, Winnsboro flew around the field and never gave the Wildcats a chance. The Red Raiders, now 13-0 on the year, racked up two scores, … Continue reading Wildcats’ historic run ends in third round of playoffs
Whitney Fire Department mourns loss of firefighter
Whitney Fire Department is morning the death of long-time firefighter Daniel Potts, who passed away while preparing to respond to a structure fire Friday morning, November 24. Whitney Fire Chief David Gilmore said that Potts passed away after experiencing a medical emergency. Potts, who was 74, most recently served as a safety officer for the … Continue reading Whitney Fire Department mourns loss of firefighter
Lake Whitney cleanup set for Dec. 5
Inspire Sustainability will hold a coordinated cleanup event for Lake Whitney beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, December 5, with the goal of cleaning every mile of shoreline from the dam to where the Nolan River enters theBrazos. Those with boats will set volunteers out along the shoreline to pick up litter; some may set out … Continue reading Lake Whitney cleanup set for Dec. 5
Whitney FFA member to compete at state contest
The Texas FFA Area 8 Leadership Development Events were held at Waxahachie High School Saturday, November 18, and one Whitney competitor is headed to state. In Greenhand Creed Speaking, Claire Schneider of Whitney took second place and will advance to the state LDE contest. She also took fifth in the Junior Quiz competition.The Whitney High … Continue reading Whitney FFA member to compete at state contest
Area unemployment rates down slightly in October
Hill and Bosque county unemployment rates were down slightly in the latest data released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) for October. Hill County's October rate was reported at 3.7%, down from September's rate of 3.8%. It was also down from the rate one year ago, which was reported at 4.3% in October 2022.There were … Continue reading Area unemployment rates down slightly in October
Christmas Events Scheduled
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will team up with the City of Whitney to host the first Grinch Festival downtown Saturday, December 9. A full day of Grinch-themed activities are planned, beginning with the 14th annual Christmas Bazaar that begins at 10 a.m. Attendees can check off their Christmas lists with downtown vendors offering … Continue reading Christmas Events Scheduled
WVFD toy drive now underway
The Whitney Fire Department is accepting donations of toys that will be distributed to children this Christmas. The community is invited to donate new, packaged toys at one of the collection boxes the department has made available. Collection boxes can be found at Whitney City Hall, located at 115 West Jefferson Avenue, or the Whitney … Continue reading WVFD toy drive now underway
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