The Whitney City Council voted to seek bids on trucks for the fire department after Fire Chief David Gilmore made a presentation on the status of the department's equipment at a Thursday, October 26 meeting. Gilmore told the council that the department is currently borrowing a fire truck from Mansfield because Whitney's primary engine, a … Continue reading City to seek bids on fire trucks
Early voting continues, Election Day November 7
Early voting for the November election will continue through Friday, November 3, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 7. There are statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot, along with a bond election and school board election in Aquilla and a bond election in Covington. Early voting locations for Hill County residents will be the Covington … Continue reading Early voting continues, Election Day November 7
Court approves juror selection plan for county
The Hill County Commissioners Court adopted a plan to be submitted to the state outlining how the county selects residents for jury duty during a meeting held Tuesday, October 24. Due to recent legislative changes, the state is requiring counties to approve and submit plans laying out the logistics of the jury selection process if … Continue reading Court approves juror selection plan for county
Local emergency alerts available
Hill County has an emergency notification system to keep residents informed in the event of severe weather and other emergency situations. Residents can sign up to receive phone call, text or email updates as needed by registering with the Office of Emergency Management at http://www.hilloem.com.
Senior center open Tuesdays
Lake Whitney Senior Center is open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meals are provided without charge, but donations are accepted. Participants enjoy activities, guest speakers, crafts, games and fellowship. Bible study is also offered. To reserve lunch, call Jean at 254-694-2599. The center is located at 503 North Colorado Street in Whitney.
LW Ministerial Alliance to meet
The Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 8, in the King Memorial Methodist fellowship hall. All who are interested are welcome to attend.
Wildcats keep trucking at record pace
With the regular season winding down, the Whitney Wildcats are setting a record pace and show no signs of slowing down. The Wildcats blazed past the Maypearl Tigers Friday night at Wildcat Stadium, collecting a 71-14 blowout victory. Whitney’s 8-0 is the best starting record since the mid-1950s.The win solidified a District 3A-Division 1 showdown … Continue reading Wildcats keep trucking at record pace
Early voting continues in Nov. election
Early voting for the Tuesday, November 7 election began Monday, October 23 and will continue through Friday, November 3. There are statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot, along with a bond election and school board election in Aquilla and a bond election in Covington. Early voting locations for Hill County residents are the Covington Street … Continue reading Early voting continues in Nov. election
WISD Board approves retention stipend
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees met in a regular session Monday, October 16 and approved a retention stipend for employees in November.In September, the board initially considered a retention stipend for all WISD employees for a one-time payment of $500. Superintendent John McCullough said that the money for the stipend would be … Continue reading WISD Board approves retention stipend
City Council to hold meeting this Thursday
The Whitney City Council will meet in a special session Thursday, October 26, at 6 p.m. after last week's scheduled meeting was delayed. Regular items on the agenda include a specific-use permit for alcohol sales at 100 North Brazos Street, an application for a sign variance at 200 North San Jacinto Street, discussion about drainage … Continue reading City Council to hold meeting this Thursday
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