Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 Official Food For Families drive day is November 19… As families come together for holiday meals, it’s a perfect time to think about those in our community who have no food for meals. November is Food for Families Month, a special month of giving to the Lake Whitney Ministerial … Continue reading Food bank working to meet November’s collection goal
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17-year-old Aquilla student has “big dreams in a small town”
Reporter: Ellie Mahan November 10, 2021 The little girl who grew up hot gluing clothing together to make dresses and filming home movies with her little sister had a passion for fashion, modeling and acting that continued over the years. Little did she know, that passion would lead her to attend New York Fashion Week … Continue reading 17-year-old Aquilla student has “big dreams in a small town”
Master Gardeners refresh local park
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 10, 2021 Master Gardeners refresh local parkThe Hill County Master Gardeners recently refreshed the Whitney Veterans Memorial Park in preparation for Veterans Day. The Hill County Sheriff’s Office helped with heavy labor, and several Whitney veterans participated. The organization would like to thank the Hill County Sheriff’s Office for their time … Continue reading Master Gardeners refresh local park
Hill County Commissioners Court approves slightly adjusted map
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 Consolidation of county's voting precincts up next… The Hill County Commissioners Court approved a precinct map last week that will determine the areas served by commissioners, justices of the peace and constables for the next 10 years. Redistricting consultant Mike Morrison reported last month that little change was needed … Continue reading Hill County Commissioners Court approves slightly adjusted map
Boo with the Red & Blue
Long lines of superheroes, princesses and other characters filled the streets of downtown Whitney Friday, October 29, as the city hosted the annual "Boo with the Red and Blue" Halloween event. Children enjoyed free hot dogs courtesy of the event's sponsors, along with candy passed out by area businesses and organizations. They also visited with … Continue reading Boo with the Red & Blue
AED project credited with saving life
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 The Hill County Emergency Services District (ESD) 2 Board of Commissioners heard a report on the success of the recent effort to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in sheriff’s office vehicles and heard an update on new facilities during a meeting held Thursday, October 21. Covington Volunteer Fire Department … Continue reading AED project credited with saving life
Hill, Bosque unemployment rates down slightly in September
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 Hill County's unemployment rate fell to 4.6 percent in September, down from 4.8 percent the previous month. There were 761 unemployed individuals in the county in September out of a total labor force of 16,476. One year ago, Hill County's unemployment rate was 6.3 percent, and the pre-pandemic rate … Continue reading Hill, Bosque unemployment rates down slightly in September
Students thank police officers
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 In honor of National Coffee with a Cop Day in October, Aquilla High School students, along with the Student Council, wrote cards of appreciation to local police departments. Senior Alexis Fine and sophomore Daniel Fine presented the cards to Whitney Officer Jason Perkins. Cards were also mailed to the … Continue reading Students thank police officers
Pastor selected as guest speaker for Veterans Day
Editor: Shannon Cottongame November 3, 2021 The much-anticipated Veterans Day celebration to be held at the Lake Whitney Senior Center will feature two outstanding career military individuals. Chaplain, ColonelRandy A. Marshall (Retired) Dr. Randy Marshall is current pastor of White Bluff Chapel in Whitney and recently retired from a full-time career of military assignments, including … Continue reading Pastor selected as guest speaker for Veterans Day
Hill County Paw Pals taking garage sale donations November 8-12
Hill County Paw Pals is preparing for its annual garage sale, which is a major fund raiser for the organization, and donations will soon be accepted for the sale. Paw Pals will take donations November 8-12 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the sale site on the north side of the Outlets at Hillsboro. … Continue reading Hill County Paw Pals taking garage sale donations November 8-12
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