Area volunteer fire departments received funding from the Texas A&M Forest Service when the latest round of Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program grants were announced Wednesday, March 5. Whitney VFD received $25,000 for fire and rescue equipment purchases. Peoria, Hubbard and Lakeside Village volunteer fire departments each received $25,000 for the purchase of personal … Continue reading VFDs receive Texas Forest Service grants
WISD board supports new school zone
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees met in regular session Monday, March 10, and voted to support the city and county's proposal to extend the current school zone to include HCR 1240. The City of Whitney has partnered with the county to improve the road, which provides access to Whitney middle and high … Continue reading WISD board supports new school zone
Arrests made after missing children found
Hill County Sheriff's Office investigators and task force officers with the United States Marshals Service conducted a joint operation Friday, March 7, that resulted in five missing children being found safe. Authorities obtained information indicating that two individuals wanted in Massachusetts were staying at a residence in the 200 block of Bluegrass Street in Whitney.HCSO … Continue reading Arrests made after missing children found
Inaugural Hill County CERT class graduates
The new Hill County Community Emergency Response Team now includes 22 trained members from all walks of life, including educators, nuclear security personnel, marina operators, Red Cross staff, human resources staff, retired first responders and a meteorologist. Members of the inaugural class of the Hill County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) have concluded a team-combined … Continue reading Inaugural Hill County CERT class graduates
Court votes to issue requests for proposals
The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a regular session Tuesday, March 11, and voted to advertise for bids for inmate healthcare and the county's tourism website. The county is issuing a request for proposals from healthcare providers to provide necessary medical care in the county jail. Proposals will be due by Tuesday, March 25, … Continue reading Court votes to issue requests for proposals
Lewis addresses court after appointment
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard from County Judge Justin Lewis about his transition to district judge and approved subdivision regulations during a special meeting held Tuesday, March 4. Lewis said that he was expecting the Senate to confirm the governor's appointment in the coming days, and he was working to wrap up policy updates … Continue reading Lewis addresses court after appointment
LW Chamber selling tickets to banquet
Tickets, tables and sponsorships are now available for the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce's 70th annual awards banquet. The event will be held Thursday, April 24, at 6 p.m. at the HILCO Civic and Events Center in Itasca. This year's theme is Platinum Jubilee. Individual tickets are $75, a corporate table of six is $600, … Continue reading LW Chamber selling tickets to banquet
HCSO warns of ongoing local scam
The Hill County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about an ongoing scam that is targeting Hill County residents. HCSO reported that scammers are contacting people by phone claiming to be deputies. They tell the person that they have missed a federal court subpoena and need to sign papers or pay a fine to avoid … Continue reading HCSO warns of ongoing local scam
White Bluff VFD adds firefighter rehab unit
White Bluff Volunteer Fire Department has improved its ability to assist area firefighters during extended emergencies with the addition of a new rehab unit. Pictured (l to r) are three of the department's Firefighter Assist and Support Team (FAST) members: Stephanie Hapka, Support and Rehab Coordinator Kathy Corbin and Assistant Coordinator Terry Pierce. White Bluff … Continue reading White Bluff VFD adds firefighter rehab unit
WHS German students earn top 10 wins at state contest
Syvana Hill and Dariana Contreras, pictured above, won first place with their club album at the state German contest. Whitney High School German students brought home 22 top-10 wins from the 43rd Annual Texas State German Contest held last weekend at Texas State University in San Marcos. The Whitney team placed ninth overall in sweepstakes … Continue reading WHS German students earn top 10 wins at state contest
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