The George G. and Alva Hudson Smith Foundation has announced its grant awards for 2024 and is committing $105,066 to six organizations across Hill County. In the 30 years of its existence, the foundation has awarded over $3 million to area organizations that serve Hill County communities. This year’s grants were awarded to a variety … Continue reading Smith Foundation awards grants
(Submitted by Library Staff.) Library Director Denise Carter After decades of dedicated service, our beloved library director Denise Carter has retired. Denise began in the Whitney library system in 2006, bringing 48 years of expertise as a librarian. She is leaving behind a legacy of community connection and inspiration. In our small town, Denise built … Continue reading Library director retires after 48 years as devoted librarian
Early voting in the Tuesday, November 5, General Election will get underway Monday, October 21. Those planning to vote early in Hill County will have three locations to choose from in Hillsboro, Whitney (Huron) and Hubbard. There is only one contested race at the county level, with incumbent Scotty Hawkins, a Republican, and Democrat Pollyanna … Continue reading General Election early voting begins Monday, October 21
The Hill County Commissioners Court approved the creation of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) during a regular meeting held Tuesday, October 8. Hill County Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator & Radio Administrator Chris Jackson and CERT organizer Chris Clark spoke to commissioners about the effort, which includes training citizens to help themselves and their neighbors … Continue reading Commissioners approve creation of county CERT
Local residents planning to vote by mail in federal, state and local elections Tuesday, November 5, should note that the last day to apply for a ballot by mail is Friday, October 25. Early voting by personal appearance in the general election will get underway Monday, October 21. More information about early voting locations and … Continue reading Mail ballot application deadline approaches
The City of Whitney will host National Night Out Saturday, October 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Whitney City Park. The community is invited to come together and share an evening getting to know their emergency responders. Seating will be available, and food trucks will be on site, including The Big Dipper and Cheeky's … Continue reading National Night Out Oct. 12 at City Park
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce is preparing to host its 49th installment of Whitney's Pioneer Days festival Saturday, October 5. Visitors and residents will gather in downtown Whitney to enjoy carnival rides, shopping, food vendors, live entertainment and the afternoon's parade. The fun starts early with the carnival opening from 6 to 9 p.m. … Continue reading 49th Pioneer Days Saturday
The Whitney City Council met in a special session Saturday morning, September 28, and approved the city budget and tax rate ahead of the city's fiscal year that began October 1. The council also accepted the resignation of Library Director Denise Carter and named former fire chief Wayland Price interim fire chief. The council adopted … Continue reading Council approves tax rate, budget in special session
Pictured is #33, senior fullback Dalton Neagle. The Whitney Wildcats came out swinging against the Little River Academy Bumblebees Friday night at Wildcat Stadium. It was the Wildcats' final non-district contest, and the eye-opening 76-30 victory showcased why Whitney will be a force to be reckoned with for the remainder of the season. The Wildcats … Continue reading Wildcats swat Bumblebees 76-30
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard a report from Texas A&M AgriLife District 8 Extension Administrator Jay Kingston and representatives of the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children at a Tuesday, September 24, meeting. Kingston operates out of the district office in Stephenville, which serves 21 counties in Central Texas. He praised Hill County … Continue reading Court hears Extension, Advocacy Center reports
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