Hill County hosted the first of several planned meetings of first responders, law enforcement and community leaders recently to present plans for the April 8, 2024 eclipse. The Hill County Office of Emergency Management, led by Tom Hemrick, coordinated the meeting and presentations by Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Chris Jackson, Allyson Cliett with the City … Continue reading County planning for April’s eclipse crowd
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David Holmes files for 4th term as county attorney
David Holmes of Hillsboro recently filed paperwork with the Hill County Republican Party for a place on the March 2024 primary ballot. He is seeking his fourth term as county attorney of Hill County. After serving as assistant county attorney for six and a half years under then County Attorney Mark Pratt, Holmes began his … Continue reading David Holmes files for 4th term as county attorney
Fundraising for Baker Field track now underway
The Whitney Wildcat Football League has been raising funds to repair the track at Baker Field. Joe Corson, one of the main drivers of the project, recently spoke at a school board meeting on the importance of a public track to our community and youth. "Our community has donated a little over $4,000," he reported. … Continue reading Fundraising for Baker Field track now underway
Local Al-Anon, Alateen groups
Locally, Al-Anon meets on Monday and Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. Alateen meets Monday night from 7-8 p.m. Both meet at 327 FM 1713 in Whitney. Call 254-694-5007 for more information.
MOW drivers needed locally
Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers to assist with its mission of delivering meals and smiles to Whitney seniors. Meals on Wheels volunteers must be 18 years old, have their own vehicle and pass a background check. For more information, email rachel@mowwaco.org or call 254-752-0316.
Senior exercise classes offered
Senior exercise classes are offered at Open Range Community Center, located at 757 FM 1713. Seniors are invited to attend for 45 minutes of exercise with videos. The group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Senior Center set to reopen
The Lake Whitney Senior Center will reopen Tuesday, January 9, after having been closed for the holidays.
Local teen mourned after fatal shooting in Houston
The Whitney community is mourning the death of 17-year-old Louise Jean Wilson, who was fatally shot in what authorities called a road rage incident in Houston Sunday, December 10. Wilson was traveling to Galveston on I-45 with two male passengers when the shooting occurred in downtown Houston. Houston authorities reported that Wilson moved into the … Continue reading Local teen mourned after fatal shooting in Houston
WISD board hears TASB presentation
The Whitney Independent School District (WISD) Board of Trustees met in a regular session Monday, December 11. The board heard a presentation from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and approved proposals to create a district police department and allow chaplain volunteers at school. Cheryl Hoover presented the TASB Staffing Survey Report. The report … Continue reading WISD board hears TASB presentation
Primary ballots set as filing period ends
There will be several contested races at the county level and beyond after the filing period for March primary elections ended Monday, December 11. Hill County Sheriff Rodney Watson will be challenged in the Republican Primary by Hillsboro resident Hunter Barnes, who is currently a sheriff's deputy in Ellis County.Hill County Tax Assessor-Collector Krystal Hightower … Continue reading Primary ballots set as filing period ends
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