Voters in the Whitney and Aquilla areas will begin making decisions in city and school elections when early voting for the Saturday, May 4, election date opens Monday, April 22. The City of Whitney and Whitney Independent School District will hold a joint election, and voting for both will be at the Whitney ISD Administration … Continue reading Early voting in city, school elections to begin Monday
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Aquilla ISD calls May bond election
The Aquilla Independent School District (AISD) Board of Trustees voted unanimously in February to place a $12 million bond issue on the Saturday, May 4 ballot, consisting of two separate propositions involving instructional and athletic upgrades. Voters will be able to support one or both propositions. District officials reported that the facilities planning process involved … Continue reading Aquilla ISD calls May bond election
Aquilla plans Christmas parade Sat.
The Community of Aquilla Christmas Parade has been scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 16. There will be no entry fee, and all are invited to decorate a float and join the parade. Snacks and drinks will be available immediately following the parade, alongside pictures with Santa. The parade, which will go through … Continue reading Aquilla plans Christmas parade Sat.
Aquilla VFD chili dinner fundraiser this Saturday
The Aquilla Volunteer Fire Department will offer their first annual drive-thru chili dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, November 18. Proceeds will go toward equipment upgrades for the department as well as a new scholarship fund. For a $17 donation, you will receive a pint of chili with optional toppings of shredded cheese, jalapenos, … Continue reading Aquilla VFD chili dinner fundraiser this Saturday
Aquilla rancher to be featured on Ultimate Cowboy Showdown
Reporter: Ellie Mahan September 7, 2023 Brianna Markum-McClain (Photo provided by INSP) As a fourth-generation roper and accomplished rodeo contestant, Brianna Markum-McClain developed a dedication to roping at a young age, and she remained devoted throughout the years, qualifying for global rodeo competitions. On a reality television show called “The Ultimate Cowboy Showdown,” hosted by … Continue reading Aquilla rancher to be featured on Ultimate Cowboy Showdown
Aquilla ISD candidates file, bond election set for November
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 30, 2023 Candidates in Aquilla filed to run for city and school board positions before the filing period for November’s election closed last week. The Aquilla ISD Board of Trustees also called a bond election to be held in November. The district will ask voters to consider a plan for multipurpose … Continue reading Aquilla ISD candidates file, bond election set for November
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‘Chicago Fire’ actor holds Hill County hometown close to his heart
Reporter: Ellie Mahan December 1, 2022 Actor Jake Lockett has landed numerous roles in film and television since he gave his first on-stage performance in a play for Aquilla High School, and he now plays the newest firefighter at Firehouse 51 in season 11 of "Chicago Fire." Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC. During his senior … Continue reading ‘Chicago Fire’ actor holds Hill County hometown close to his heart
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Aquilla High School Class of ’22
June 2, 2022 Members of Aquilla High School's Class of 2022 earned diplomas Saturday, May 28. This year's graduating class includes: Casey Bruner, Brianna Bryars, Blakelinn Day, Malik Douglas, Hannah Dunbar, Alexis Fine, Marcus Goetz, Jason Gonzalez, Jackson Grimmett, Hunter Haygood, Kyndall Huffhines, Levi Ihlenfeldt, Lane Keel, Michael McKibben, Carson Miller, Isabella Morales, Caitlyn Morgan, … Continue reading Aquilla High School Class of ’22
