National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) announced last week that Whitney Memorial Park has once again joined in the mission to "Remember, Honor, Teach" as an official location for 2024. Wreaths Across America started as a simple gesture of thanks that has grown into a national, yearlong movement of dedicated volunteers and communities coming together … Continue reading Donations sought for annual wreath effort at cemetery
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TxDOT issues Labor Day safety tips
The reckless act of drinking and driving could change your life forever, but it only takes a few minutes to find a sober ride. As law enforcement increases its presence leading up to Labor Day, drivers can save their own life and the lives of others by finding a rideshare, transit or other safe ride. … Continue reading TxDOT issues Labor Day safety tips
Engineers present sewer plant proposal
The Whitney City Council heard a report about a proposed new wastewater treatment plant and proposed a tax rate for the coming year in a meeting held Thursday, August 15.In February 2023, the council approved a proposal for engineering and surveying services related to the city’s wastewater treatment plant from Clark Associates. At that meeting, … Continue reading Engineers present sewer plant proposal
Firefighters arrested after investigation
The Hill County Sheriff's Office arrested an area volunteer firefighter last week after an investigation into a June house fire. It was the second arrest of a firefighter related to a burglary and arson case. Justin Moore, 19, of Whitney was booked into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center Saturday, August 10, on an arson … Continue reading Firefighters arrested after investigation
WISD Board of Trustees continues budget discussions
The Whitney Independent School District (WISD) Board of Trustees met in regular session Monday, August 12, and discussed the budget for the coming fiscal year. Superintendent Todd Southard spoke regarding the preliminary budget: "One of the things that we've been talking about pretty much all summer is that things are not looking good as far … Continue reading WISD Board of Trustees continues budget discussions
Commissioners approve pay proposals
The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a regular session Tuesday, August 13, and proposed elected officials' salaries as the annual work of finalizing the county budget continues. The proposed salaries reflect a 3.2% increase based on the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment and is the same increase proposed for other county employees this year.During budget … Continue reading Commissioners approve pay proposals
Whitney Animal Control seeks help from community
Drew (Johnathan) Youngblood has received his Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Code Enforcement License and his Animal Control License from the Texas Department of State Health Services. A growing public health concern has brought the community together to address the pressing need for animal control in Whitney. The decision to establish an animal control … Continue reading Whitney Animal Control seeks help from community
County judge proposes budget, commissioners hold hearings
The Hill County Commissioners Court held budget hearings last week after County Judge Justin Lewis proposed a budget that he said provides tangible benefits to the community while adhering to budgetary principles. The proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1 was filed by the judge Friday, August 2. He worked with Auditor Susan … Continue reading County judge proposes budget, commissioners hold hearings
Whitney City Council to meet in August session Thursday
The Whitney City Council will meet in a regular session Thursday, August 15, at 6 p.m.The council is expected to propose a tax rate for the coming year and set a public hearing, if necessary. Engineering of the new wastewater treatment plant with Clark Associates is on the agenda for discussion. The council will consider … Continue reading Whitney City Council to meet in August session Thursday
Dorothy Gaines Foundation accepting grant applications
The Board of Directors of the Dorothy Gaines Foundation is now accepting grant applications for 2024. The Dorothy Gaines Foundation was established in 2003 by Dorothy Gaines as a private foundation with the primary purpose to promote the quality of life in Hill and Tarrant counties. Application for grants to be awarded must be received … Continue reading Dorothy Gaines Foundation accepting grant applications
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