The Whitney City Council met in its November session Thursday, November 21.The council approved a contract with Vyve Broadband in an effort to improve communication and internet services across city facilities. The council voted to issue a request for proposals for administrative services to navigate the FEMA Public Assistance program to optimize funding. The administrative … Continue reading Whitney City Council meets in regular monthly session
Wreaths Across America effort continues
Whitney Memorial Park has once again joined in the mission to "Remember, Honor, Teach" as an official Wreaths Across America location for 2024. Wreaths Across America started as a simple gesture of thanks that has grown into a national, yearlong movement of dedicated volunteers and communities coming together to not only remember the nation’s fallen … Continue reading Wreaths Across America effort continues
Commissioners set culvert permit fee
The Hill County Commissioners Court implemented a fee for culvert installation permits during a regular meeting held Tuesday, November 12. The court voted to charge $75 for culvert permits after a culvert setting policy was approved in October with the goal of streamlining the process throughout the county and protecting county roads. Hill County Judge … Continue reading Commissioners set culvert permit fee
Local unemployment data released for Oct.
Hill County's unemployment rate was reported at 4% in October, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) last week. That is up just slightly from September's rate of 3.9% and the rate one year ago, when the October 2023 rate was recorded at 3.8%. In October, there were 738 unemployed Hill County … Continue reading Local unemployment data released for Oct.
Wildcats close out successful season with playoff trip
The Wildcats lost to the Palmer Bulldogs 41-32 in the Class 3A Division I Bi-District Championship played at Lumpkins Stadium in Waxahachie Thursday, November 14. Pictured is senior Hagan Landrum picking up some yards on a pass reception in the third quarter. The Whitney Wildcats clawed into the playoffs this season and fought until the … Continue reading Wildcats close out successful season with playoff trip
Hill, Bosque county voters cast General Election ballots
Over 62% of Hill County’s registered voters and about 70% of Bosque County voters had cast ballots by the end of Election Day, making selections at the federal, state and local levels. At the top of the ballot, Republican candidate Donald Trump received almost 82% of the Hill County vote, with Democrat Kamala Harris receiving … Continue reading Hill, Bosque county voters cast General Election ballots
CERT training efforts to begin in Hill County
Program Manager Chris Clark is heading up the county's efforts to form a Community Emergency Response Team. A Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) has been formed in Hill County to enhance community preparedness for disasters. The first CERT was created by the City of Los Angeles, California Fire Department in 1985 as a means to … Continue reading CERT training efforts to begin in Hill County
Wildcats advance to playoffs
The Wildcats secured a playoff spot with a 38-0 win over the West Trojans last week. Pictured above is Delvion Walter powering past the Trojans to help push Whitney into the playoffs. Anthony Librado photo Staring at a must-win scenario against the rival West Trojans, the Whitney Wildcats (6-4, 2-3) left no doubt about which … Continue reading Wildcats advance to playoffs
Comptroller issues sales tax allocations
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 1.1% more than in November 2023. The City of Whitney's November payment totaled $90,573, up just over 1% from last November, and the year-to-date amount was reported … Continue reading Comptroller issues sales tax allocations
Aquilla VFD 2nd annual chili dinner
Aquilla Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) will hold its second annual drive-thru chili dinner Saturday, November 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. or until sold out. For a $25 donation, patrons will receive a quart of chili with options of shredded cheese, jalapenos, diced onions, Fritos and eight cornbread muffins. Pre-orders will also be accepted … Continue reading Aquilla VFD 2nd annual chili dinner
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