Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 3, 2023 Hill County Judge Justin Lewis has been notified that the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) sought for Hill County and all of its incorporated cities has been approved at the federal level. The United States Department of Commerce Foreign Trade Zones Board In Washington, D.C. had the final say on … Continue reading Foreign Trade Zone approved for Hill County
County moves forward with radio project
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 3, 2023 The Hill County Commissioners Court discussed unexpected radio system expenses last week as work continues to improve emergency communications in the county. The court also scheduled a public hearing on the creation of a reinvestment zone for a solar company and reviewed other county business during the regular meeting … Continue reading County moves forward with radio project
Wildcat sports update
May 3, 2023 Several Whitney High School athletes are headed to state after competing at the Region III 3A Track and Field Championship in Hewitt April 28-29. Boys advancing to the state meet pictured (l-r) are regional long jump champion Jordan Johnson and the 400m relay champion team of Jairdyn Anderson, Tristen Wilson, Marcus Wilson … Continue reading Wildcat sports update
Early voting underway this week for cities, schools
April 26, 2023 Early voting began Monday, April 24, as schools and cities in the area plan elections for the Saturday, May 6, uniform election date. Both the City of Whitney and Whitney Independent School District will need elections. Whitney Mayor Jerry Barker filed to keep his seat, and he will be challenged by Janice … Continue reading Early voting underway this week for cities, schools
Lake Whitney Chamber presents annual awards
April 19, 2023 The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet at the HILCO Civic and Events Center in Itasca Thursday, April 13, to celebrate accomplishments and honor members of the Lake Whitney community. Young Person of the Year Colby Estill (center) with Chamber Treasurer Jayson Lam and Miss Pioneer Day Jillie … Continue reading Lake Whitney Chamber presents annual awards
Early voting in May election to begin Monday
April 19, 2023 Early voting will begin Monday, April 24, as schools and cities in the area plan elections for the Saturday, May 6, uniform election date. Both the City of Whitney and Whitney Independent School District will need elections. Whitney Mayor Jerry Barker filed to keep his seat, and he will be challenged by … Continue reading Early voting in May election to begin Monday
Jerry Barker campaigning to continue serving as mayor
April 19, 2023 Jerry Barker, who has served as Whitney mayor since July 2022, is running to continue serving the city in his position. In order to provide more transparency for citizens in city government, Barker moved City Council meetings from Monday to Thursday to allow citizens to read the agenda in the newspaper prior … Continue reading Jerry Barker campaigning to continue serving as mayor
Janice Sanders announces her candidacy for Whitney mayor
April 19, 2023 Janice Sanders has announced her candidacy for mayor of the City of Whitney. Sanders has called Hill County “home” since 1980 and has lived in Whitney since 2013. "I am seeking election as the mayor of Whitney with the desire to serve until the job is done," she said. "The City of … Continue reading Janice Sanders announces her candidacy for Whitney mayor
State comptroller visits Hillsboro for second annual county summit
Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 12, 2023 Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar discussed his recent state budget projections, broadband expansion and other duties of his office at the Hill County Summit held at Hill College last week. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar was in Hillsboro Wednesday, April 5, and spoke to local residents about state … Continue reading State comptroller visits Hillsboro for second annual county summit
Covington man dies in crash involving motorcycle, SUV
Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 13, 2023 A motorcyclist was killed in a crash that occurred in Covington Saturday, April 1. According to Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Sergeant Ryan Howard, DPS troopers responded to the scene on SH-171 in Covington at approximately 11:30 p.m. "For an unknown reason, a Jeep Wrangler traveling southbound drove … Continue reading Covington man dies in crash involving motorcycle, SUV
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