The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will present the 51st annual Pioneer Days festival Saturday, October 3, in downtown Whitney. Visitors and residents will gather downtown to enjoy carnival rides, shopping, food vendors, live entertainment and the afternoon’s parade.The fun starts early with the carnival opening to the public along Railroad Avenue Thursday, October 1. … Continue reading 51st annual Pioneer Days Saturday
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Hill CAD chief appraiser plans to retire December 31
The Hill County Appraisal District (Hill CAD) has announced that Chief Appraiser Mike McKibben plans to retire effective December 31.In the announcement, Hill CAD said, "McKibben's departure concludes an almost 26-year tenure at the helm of Hill CAD and caps off a remarkable appraisal career built on foundational family values, genuine kindness and unyielding integrity … Continue reading Hill CAD chief appraiser plans to retire December 31
Albert Hunter announces campaign
Albert Hunter has announced his candidacy for the Texas House of Representatives District 13 seat.Hunter is a lifelong resident of Bosque County. He graduated from Meridian High School and earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Tarleton State University. After a 26-year career in public education, he retired and served for over five years as Bosque … Continue reading Albert Hunter announces campaign
Ag development district rejected after landowners raise concerns
The Hill County Commissioners Court rejected a petition seeking creation of an agricultural development district in the county during a Tuesday, August 25 meeting. The petition was submitted by a group of Hill County landowners who said that the district could help protect farmland from industrial development, including data centers. The proposed district would have … Continue reading Ag development district rejected after landowners raise concerns
Whitney plans city-wide garage sale this weekend
Whitney will hold a city-wide garage sale Friday through Sunday, September 4-6, with the City of Whitney waiving garage sale permit fees for the weekend. Residents are encouraged to set up garage sales, while shoppers can search for treasures throughout the city. Sales will be included on a city-wide garage sale list. Residents who want … Continue reading Whitney plans city-wide garage sale this weekend
Hill County unemployment rate stands at 4.4% in July
Hill County's July unemployment rate was 4.4 percent, according to the latest data released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) last week. TWC's report shows that there were 844 unemployed Hill County residents in July out of a total civilian labor force of 19,052. The July rate is slightly lower than June's 4.6 percent rate … Continue reading Hill County unemployment rate stands at 4.4% in July
Parks board proposes community center at former Cato Drug site
A proposal to transform Whitney’s historic Cato Drug building into a community center that also celebrates the city’s history was presented to the Whitney City Council Thursday, August 20. The Parks Advisory Board presented its concept for the building at 117 West Washington Avenue, which the city announced that it purchased in January 2025. The … Continue reading Parks board proposes community center at former Cato Drug site
City administrator resigns, council proposes tax rate
The Whitney City Council accepted the resignation of City Administrator Billy Pribble, proposed a tax rate for the coming year and discussed other city business Thursday, August 20. Pribble originally submitted his resignation last year after starting his own business, but he decided to stay with the city after he was asked to continue in … Continue reading City administrator resigns, council proposes tax rate
Proposed county tax rate stands, public hearing set for September 1
The Hill County Commissioners Court opted not to amend the proposed county tax rate after further budget discussions Tuesday, August 18. The court also set public hearings on the county budget and tax rate for September 1. At an August 4 meeting, the court proposed a combined county tax rate of $0.467890 per $100 valuation. … Continue reading Proposed county tax rate stands, public hearing set for September 1
Miss Lake Whitney Pageant now accepting contestants
The Whitney Lions Club is inviting young ladies from across the area to participate in the Miss Lake Whitney Pageant Saturday, September 26, at the Whitney ISD Auditorium, located at 305 South San Jacinto Street. The pageant returns during an especially historic year for the community, as Whitney celebrates its 150th anniversary and the nation … Continue reading Miss Lake Whitney Pageant now accepting contestants
