Just in time for the Fourth of July, many Lake Whitney area parks are reopening facilities to the public after recent flooding. Lake Whitney State Park officials announced last week that the park is expected to reopen Monday, July 1, and U.S. Corps of Engineers facilities are expected to begin opening this week. The state … Continue reading Lake Whitney area parks announce opening dates
Aquilla VFD teaches kids about water safety
With the summer recreation season in full swing, Aquilla Volunteer Fire Department held an outreach program to educate children about water safety Saturday, June 22.Children enjoyed hot dogs, popsicles, a firefighter dunking booth and had the opportunity to view fire trucks while learning summer safety tips. In addition to stressing the importance of having an … Continue reading Aquilla VFD teaches kids about water safety
City Council to meet in June special session
The Whitney City Council will meet in a special session Thursday, June 27, at 6 p.m. The June meeting was moved from the usual third Thursday of the month due to scheduling conflicts. The council will discuss road repair on North Trinity Street between Jefferson and Washington. A fire academy presentation will be given by … Continue reading City Council to meet in June special session
Chamber plans Lunch & Learn this Thursday
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will host a "Lunch & Learn" event at noon Thursday, June 27. The program will be "Cyber Ninja" presented by Kae Keith. The event will be held at the Lake Whitney Public Library, located at 602 East Jefferson Avenue in Whitney. Attendees may bring their own lunch or RSVP … Continue reading Chamber plans Lunch & Learn this Thursday
City-wide cleanup effort Saturday
A city-wide cleanup will be held Saturday, June 22, allowing Whitney residents to dispose of unwanted items in dumpsters placed at Whitney City Park. The cleanup will be from 8 a.m. to noon, or when dumpsters are full. See map above for entry and exit procedures. A city-wide cleanup has been scheduled for Saturday, June … Continue reading City-wide cleanup effort Saturday
Court hears update on 4-H program
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard an update on the local 4-H program's activities, declared June Elder Abuse Awareness Month and considered other county business in a meeting held Tuesday, June 11. County Extension Agent Angie Nors reported that there are 12 4-H clubs in the county with 189 members. Hill County has three members … Continue reading Court hears update on 4-H program
Aquilla ISD receives TEA’s Teacher Incentive Allotment
Aquilla Independent School District (ISD) Superintendent Dr. David Edison has announced that the district received Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). "This was a three-year process, and we were excited to issue teachers checks this week," Dr. Edison said. "It's an incredible program, and I am so thankful we are … Continue reading Aquilla ISD receives TEA’s Teacher Incentive Allotment
Our Daily Bread director wins Volunteer of the Year Award
Connie Stahl, director of Whitney's Our Daily Bread Food Bank, has won the AmeriCorps RSVP 2024 Volunteer of the Year Award to be presented at the McLennan Community College Conference Center in Waco Saturday, June 29, from noon to 3 p.m. Stahl will be presented this honor by Congressman Pete Sessions and State Representative Doc … Continue reading Our Daily Bread director wins Volunteer of the Year Award
Whitney man indicted after hit & run arrest
A Whitney man was indicted Friday, June 7, on multiple charges related to a May 24 hit-and-run crash that left two people injured near Aquilla. Claude Ray Woodard Jr., 55, was booked into the Hill County Jail Friday, May 31, on a third-degree felony charge of collision involving serious bodily injury. District Attorney Mark Pratt … Continue reading Whitney man indicted after hit & run arrest
City requests public input on budget
The City of Whitney is inviting Whitney residents to answer a survey that will assist city administration in planning the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The six-question survey will allow those paying city taxes to provide input about their priorities and how they recommend their tax dollars be spent. Those responding will have the opportunity to … Continue reading City requests public input on budget
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