Pictured above is a bed built by Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers, along with bedding that the volunteers were able to purchase thanks to a grant from the Dorothy Gaines Foundation. The Whitney Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing beds for children in need, held a community build … Continue reading Volunteers continue building beds for kids
Kenneth Davis Funeral services were held for former Hill County Judge Kenneth Davis Saturday, January 11, at First Baptist Church in Hillsboro. Davis served as county judge from 1998 until his retirement on December 31, 2006. Prior to that, he was a county commissioner for 19 years, beginning his first term in 1971.Davis was also … Continue reading Services held for former county judge
Editor: Shannon Cottongame January 12, 2022 Casey Phillips A man accused of committing a violent carjacking and other crimes in Itasca last week has been captured after he initially evaded authorities by leaving a Waco hospital. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Casey Phillips, was arrested at his family’s home between Hubbard and Dawson on State … Continue reading Suspect booked into county jail after violent crime spree
Editor: Shannon Cottongame October 27, 2021 Angelia Orr Last week, conservative Republican Angelia Orr (R-Itasca) announced her campaign for the newly created Texas House District 13. She also released an early list of district endorsements, including State Representative Cody Harris. “I’m running for the Texas House of Representatives to serve as a strong voice for … Continue reading Orr to run for new District 13 House seat
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