The candidate filing period for cities and schools holding elections in November will continue through Monday, August 19. In our area, Aquilla Independent School District and the City of Blum hold elections in November, while others hold elections in May. The City of Blum will have three council positions available, with the terms of Brandon … Continue reading Candidate filing period open for Nov. city, school elections
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Commissioners Court holds regular session
The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a regular session Tuesday, August 6, to consider routine county business prior to beginning budget hearings with county officials.The court approved opening a non-interest bearing account with Wells Fargo and Midpoint Solar as part of the road usage agreement between the county and solar company. The account will … Continue reading Commissioners Court holds regular session
State comptroller distributes monthly sales tax revenue
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for August, 0.3% less than in August 2023. Hill County's net payment this period was $398,358, up 5.47% from August of last year. Year to date, the county's allocations … Continue reading State comptroller distributes monthly sales tax revenue
City ordinance addresses trees, bushes
The Whitney City Council recently approved an ordinance to address trees, bushes and other vegetation in streets and rights-of-way in the city. The council's action, taken at a July 25 special meeting, amends the Code of Ordinances relating to "offenses and nuisances" to include a section regarding property owner maintenance of public rights-of way. The … Continue reading City ordinance addresses trees, bushes
Hill County Hiring Fair Thursday
Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas, in collaboration with the Hillsboro Economic Development Corporation and the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce, is hosting the Hill County Hiring Fair Thursday, August 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Historic City Hall in Hillsboro. Over 25 local businesses are set to participate, offering hundreds of job … Continue reading Hill County Hiring Fair Thursday
Scammers target area residents
Recently, the Hill County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) and Hill County Judge Justin Lewis reported that scammers have been targeting Hill County residents. Both HCSO and Judge Lewis have been impersonated through mail and by phone by unknown individuals in attempts to collect money under false pretenses. The sheriff's office announced Tuesday, July 30, that it … Continue reading Scammers target area residents
WISD announces 2024-25 school safety protocols
Whitney Independent School District Superintendent Todd Southard announced changes related to school safety and security in a letter to parents last week. Southard said that each Whitney ISD campus will employ an armed security guard this school year. Daniel Turner will be working at the elementary school, Heath Yeager will be at the intermediate school, … Continue reading WISD announces 2024-25 school safety protocols
Back-to-school tax holiday marks 25th year Aug. 9-11
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 9-11. This will be the 25th year of Texas’ oldest sales tax holiday. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items — such as clothing, footwear, school … Continue reading Back-to-school tax holiday marks 25th year Aug. 9-11
Commissioners hear report, funding request from CASA
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard a presentation from CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) of Hill County during a regular meeting held Tuesday, July 23. Local CASA Executive Director Sarah Gardner thanked the county for its previous support and told the court that Hill County CASA's state funding continues to be cut as the need for … Continue reading Commissioners hear report, funding request from CASA
Candidate filing period open for local elections
The candidate filing period for cities and schools holding elections in November officially opened Saturday, July 20, and will continue through Monday, August 19. In our area, Aquilla Independent School District and the City of Blum hold elections in November, while others hold elections in May. The City of Blum will have three council positions … Continue reading Candidate filing period open for local elections
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