The Dorothy Gaines Foundation recently announced grant awards for 2025 totaling $68,500 to 11 non-profit organizations. Mrs. Gaines was a native of Hill County who lived the majority of her life in Fort Worth but always considered Hill County her home. The foundation was originally established in 2003 with the primary purpose of promoting quality … Continue reading Gaines Foundation awards grants to 11 organizations
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Governor awards Hill Co. constable
Governor Greg Abbott presented Hill County Precinct 4 Constable Kevin Cordell the Star of Texas Award Thursday, September 11. Each September, the governor presents medals to honorees and family members of peace officers, firefighters and emergency first responders who are killed or suffer serious injury in the line of duty. Since the awards began in … Continue reading Governor awards Hill Co. constable
Chamber presents annual awards
Hill County Veterans Services Officer Brad Orban (fourth from right) received the Hall of Fame Award. Margaret Brunett (third from left) received the Citizen of the Year Award. Anderson Franklin (second from left) received the Young Person of the Year Award. Karen Cagle (second from left) received the Educator of the Year Award. Brookshire's Store … Continue reading Chamber presents annual awards
Chamber still taking award nominations
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for awards to be presented during this year's chamber banquet. The 70th annual awards dinner and banquet will be held Thursday, April 24, at the HILCO Civic and Event Center in Itasca.Each year, the chamber presents awards to individuals and businesses for their significant contributions to … Continue reading Chamber still taking award nominations
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