Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 Texas high school athletic directors and coaches have received the district realignment announcement from the University Interscholastic League (UIL) that comes every two years. In 3A Division I football, Whitney will play in a nine-team district, up from seven previously. West, Grandview, Maypearl, Dallas Madison, Dallas A+ and Dallas … Continue reading UIL releases 2022-2024 district realignments
Filing deadline nears for May city, school elections
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 The candidate filing period for May city and school elections will come to a close Friday, February 18. The election date will be Saturday, May 7, with early voting beginning April 25. The City of Whitney has three council positions available. The two-year terms are currently held by Mary … Continue reading Filing deadline nears for May city, school elections
Whitney athletes selected for FCA Victory Bowl
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 Whitney High School seniors Kolt Byrd and Jaxon Montgomery have been selected to play in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Victory Bowl in June. Byrd was selected to participate in the FCA football game, and Montgomery was chosen for the FCA baseball game. Pictured (l to r) are: … Continue reading Whitney athletes selected for FCA Victory Bowl
Whitney sales tax proceeds up 25 percent this month
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 Sales tax revenue continues to look good locally, with the City of Whitney's February payment up 25 percent and Hill County's allocation up 27 percent from the same time last year. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose … Continue reading Whitney sales tax proceeds up 25 percent this month
Rehearsals underway for “The 39 Steps”
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 Dress rehearsals are in full swing for Lake Whitney Arts' production of "The 39 Steps," adapted from the Hitchcock film of the same name. Joe Neal Pedigo and George Staples appear as many characters, among them the pair of thugs shown here. This fast and funny show features nearly … Continue reading Rehearsals underway for “The 39 Steps”
Brazos Recovery provides rehabilitation resources
Reporter: Ellie Mahan February 16, 2022 According to the CDC, there were approximately 100,306 drug overdose deaths in the United States during a 12-month period in 2021, which is a 28.5% increase from the 78,056 deaths during the same period the year before. Brazos Recovery, a male-only drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in Morgan, has … Continue reading Brazos Recovery provides rehabilitation resources
Go Texan HLSR concert tickets on sale
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 The Hill County Area Go Texan Committee has a limited number of tickets available to certain performances of this year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR). As part of its participation in the Go Texan scholarship program, the county committee is required to purchase and sell tickets to the … Continue reading Go Texan HLSR concert tickets on sale
Chamber welcomes Lighthouse Pub
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 16, 2022 The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Lighthouse Pub, located in White Bluff Resort. Pictured are owners Melody Martinez, Sonia Fennell and Dianne and Bob Jackson. Others joining in the event were Lil’ Miss Pioneer Day Queen Madison Elmore; Jason Clift; Tami Gardner; Linda … Continue reading Chamber welcomes Lighthouse Pub
Rainbow Room provides needs to local foster kids
February 16, 2022 The Hill County Rainbow Room is a 24/7 resource center located within the local Child Protective Services (CPS) offices. In the Rainbow Room, CPS caseworkers have quick access to supplies for children who are victims of abuse or neglect - clothing, school supplies, diapers, hygiene products, travel bags, bedding, stuffed animals and … Continue reading Rainbow Room provides needs to local foster kids
Early voting to begin in March primary elections
Editor: Shannon Cottongame February 9, 2022 Although most local candidates will be unopposed in this year's election cycle, area voters will still have some decisions to make as early voting begins next week in the March Republican and Democratic primary elections. The early voting period opens Monday, February 14, and will continue through Friday, February … Continue reading Early voting to begin in March primary elections
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