Hillsboro Arts League will hold a fund-raising Sidewalk Sale Friday, September 20, and Saturday, September 21, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Scout Hut, 915 Corsicana Highway in Hillsboro. To donate items to the sale, bring them by the Scout Hut Tuesday, September 17, through Thursday, September 19, between 5 and 7 p.m. … Continue reading Arts League sidewalk sale September 20
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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
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
Local, state disasters declared after storms
Disasters were declared by state and local officials after heavy rainfall that began Friday, April 26, caused flooding throughout the area. Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster in 29 counties, including Hill County, Tuesday, April 30. On Thursday, May 2, he expanded that to include another 59 at-risk counties, including Bosque. "For Texans in at-risk … Continue reading Local, state disasters declared after storms
Jail receives Certificate of Compliance
The Hill County Jail is back in compliance with minimum jail standards after a recent re-inspection conducted by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS). According to a letter delivered to Hill County Sheriff Rodney Watson from TCJS Executive Director Brandon Wood earlier this month, all deficiencies have been corrected, and the jail was issued … Continue reading Jail receives Certificate of Compliance
Dr. Ray Perryman to speak at Hill Co. Summit April 25
The third annual Hill County Summit, hosted by the Go Hillsboro organization, will feature world-renowned economist Dr. M. Ray Perryman of Waco. His topic will be "Navigating Growth: The Economic Forecast." The free event is scheduled for noon Thursday, April 25, at the Hill College Vara Martin Daniel Performing Arts Center in Hillsboro. A light … Continue reading Dr. Ray Perryman to speak at Hill Co. Summit April 25
LW Chamber golf tournament now registering
Registration is now underway for the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce Spring Scramble golf tournament to be held Saturday, April 20, at Hillsboro Country Club. Entry fee is $300 per team of four or $75 per person. Tee off will be at 8:30 a.m., and prizes will be awarded for first, fifth and last places, … Continue reading LW Chamber golf tournament now registering
Commissioners accept grant funds
The Hill County Commissioners Court accepted its portion of state grant funds set aside to help law enforcement agencies attract and retain employees during a regular meeting held Tuesday, February 27. The court accepted $350,000 in rural law enforcement grant funds made possible by Senate Bill 22 last year. The legislation set aside $330 million … Continue reading Commissioners accept grant funds
Third Hill County Summit features Dr. Ray Perryman
The third annual Hill County Summit, hosted by the Go Hillsboro organization, will feature world-renowned economist Dr. M. Ray Perryman of Waco. His topic will be "Navigating Growth: The Economic Forecast." The free event is scheduled for noon Thursday, April 25, at the Hill College Vara Martin Daniel Performing Arts Center in Hillsboro. A light … Continue reading Third Hill County Summit features Dr. Ray Perryman
Vendors sought as trade days return to county seat
The City of Hillsboro purchased the former Grimes Garage structure at the corner of Waco Street and Corsicana Highway last year with a goal of cleaning it up and using it for community activities. The Hill County Farm Stall & Trade Days effort will get underway this spring, and registration is now open. A group … Continue reading Vendors sought as trade days return to county seat
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