The annual Food For Families drive is scheduled for Friday, November 22, at Our Daily Bread Food Bank in Whitney. All November donations will be counted toward the Lake Whitney Food Bank goal of 70,000 pounds. The Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance food bank operates completely through donations and volunteers. No one is paid. All donations … Continue reading Food drive collections begin locally
Whitney council approves water, sewer rate increase
The Whitney City Council approved a new fee schedule that will increase water and sewer rates to address existing and future infrastructure needs during a meeting held Thursday, October 24. The issue had been discussed in budget workshops as the city prepares to upgrade its wastewater infrastructure and purchase a $4 million wastewater treatment system.Operations … Continue reading Whitney council approves water, sewer rate increase
Blum woman dies in crash at intersection
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has identified a driver who died in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday, October 22. According to DPS Sergeant Ryan Howard, Arianna Berry, 52, of Blum was killed in a collision at 2:40 p.m. on State Highway 174 at Farm Road 933 in Blum. Reports indicated that a northbound Ford vehicle … Continue reading Blum woman dies in crash at intersection
Local dentist expands expertise with advanced training in Portugal
Dr. Jay H. Oakey, DDS, a highly respected dentist in the community, recently returned from a week-long intensive training program in Portugal, where he focused on advanced techniques in dental implant surgery. The program, held at a renowned dental institute in Lisbon, specialized in extreme and complex cases of dental implants, further sharpening Dr. Oakey’s … Continue reading Local dentist expands expertise with advanced training in Portugal
General Election early voting underway throughout area
Voting is now underway in November's General Election, with early voting locations open in Hill and Bosque counties through Friday, November 1. Hill County voters can cast ballots at any of the three polling places, including the Hill County Covington Street Annex in Hillsboro, the Precinct 1 Annex in Whitney (Huron) and the Hubbard Civic … Continue reading General Election early voting underway throughout area
Hill County under burn ban as Abbott declares disaster
Hill County Judge Justin Lewis announced Tuesday, October 15, that Hill County has been placed under a disaster burn ban. Judge Lewis said that firefighters have responded to at least 32 grass fires in October, and the county’s Keetch-Byram Drought Index has surpassed 575, indicating dry conditions.The county KBDI average as of Sunday, October 20, … Continue reading Hill County under burn ban as Abbott declares disaster
Smith Foundation awards grants
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
Library director retires after 48 years as devoted librarian
(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
General Election early voting begins Monday, October 21
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
Commissioners approve creation of county CERT
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
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