Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 21, 2022 The Hill County Commissioners Court accepted the resignation of Precinct 1 Commissioner Andrew Montgomery and discussed its next steps to fill the unexpired term in a regular meeting held Tuesday, December 13. Montgomery announced Thursday, December 8, that he will resign from his position effective December 31. He cited … Continue reading County seeking commissioner to fill unexpired term in Pct. 1
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Whitney ISD board discusses ACE program, school activities
Reporter: Ellie Mahan December 21, 2022 The Whitney ISD Board of Trustees met in a regular session Monday, December 12 and heard a report on the Afterschool Centers on Education (ACE) Program. Cynthia Ries provided an update on the ACE program, which is available for pre-kindergarten through fifth graders. ACE is funded across the nation … Continue reading Whitney ISD board discusses ACE program, school activities
Council hears reports, approves zoning for planned development
Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 22, 2022 The Whitney City Council met in a regular session Thursday, December 15 to consider regular monthly business and discuss rezoning requests. At the beginning of the meeting, Council Member Martis Ward voted against approval of the minutes of the December 5 special council meeting, stating that he wanted it … Continue reading Council hears reports, approves zoning for planned development
Holiday Traditions
The Lakelander asked some of Whitney's leaders about their favorite holiday traditions… Billy Pribble Billy Pribble, the City of Whitney's public works director, shared one of his holiday traditions in the form of a favorite family recipe. Pribble wrote, "My favorite candy is Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. Growing up, my mom would make this pie … Continue reading Holiday Traditions
Garden Club celebrates Christmas
December 22, 2022 The Lake Whitney Garden Club had a holiday party at The Place at Lake Whitney Thursday, December 8. Flutist Debbie Hamner played Christmas carols while a lunch prepared by the event center staff was served. Planning for the party was handled by the Christmas Party Committee, which made carnation bracelets for each … Continue reading Garden Club celebrates Christmas
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Whitney City Council selects police chief
Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 15, 2022 Pictured (l to r) are Mayor Jerry Barker and Kevin Hughes, who was selected by the Whitney City Council to serve as the city's next police chief in a special meeting held last week. See story for more information. The Whitney City Council selected Kevin Hughes, a White Bluff … Continue reading Whitney City Council selects police chief
Pct. 1 Commissioner Montgomery announces plan to resign Dec. 31
Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 15, 2022 Hill County Precinct 1 Commissioner Andrew Montgomery submitted a letter of resignation to Hill County Judge Justin Lewis and his fellow commissioners Thursday, December 8. The commissioner said that he will leave his position December 31, with two years remaining on his term, to spend time with an ailing … Continue reading Pct. 1 Commissioner Montgomery announces plan to resign Dec. 31
First annual ‘Christmas Bird Count’ planned at Lake Whitney Sunday
Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 14, 2022 Beginners and experienced birders alike are invited to join in the first annual Whitney Lake Christmas Bird Count Sunday, December 18, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes all to join in the exploration of the lake area while participating in the world’s … Continue reading First annual ‘Christmas Bird Count’ planned at Lake Whitney Sunday
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