Whitney Area Hiring Fair set for Wednesday

Job seekers in the Whitney area will have a valuable opportunity to connect with local employers at the Whitney Area Hiring Fair Wednesday, April 9, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Lake Whitney Public Library. The event, hosted in partnership with Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas, the Lake Whitney Public Library and … Continue reading Whitney Area Hiring Fair set for Wednesday

New director named at LW Public Library

Library Director Christie Rogers (Stacey Greenawalt photo) Christie Rogers has been selected by the City of Whitney to serve as director of Lake Whitney Public Library. Rogers had been serving as interim library director since former director Denise Carter retired last October. "I came into the library back in April of 2024 looking for eclipse … Continue reading New director named at LW Public Library

Library director retires after 48 years as devoted librarian

(Submitted by Library Staff.) Library Director Denise Carter After decades of dedicated service, our beloved library director Denise Carter has retired. Denise began in the Whitney library system in 2006, bringing 48 years of expertise as a librarian. She is leaving behind a legacy of community connection and inspiration. In our small town, Denise built … Continue reading Library director retires after 48 years as devoted librarian

Council considers traffic study, property improvements

Editor: Shannon Cottongame June 21, 2023 The Whitney City Council expressed interest in pursuing a traffic study in the city, discussed the need for repairs to city property and considered possibilities for city park improvements in a meeting held Thursday, June 15. Council member Martis Ward requested an agenda item related to stop signs in … Continue reading Council considers traffic study, property improvements

Summer fun at the library

Editor: Shannon Cottongame June 21, 2023 The Lake Whitney Public Library has planned weekly activities for local children as part of its annual summer reading program. Last week, Hill County Extension Agent Rachel Esquivel made a presentation on healthy snack choices (pictured). Programs are at 10 a.m. Thursdays, and this week, the Corps of Engineers … Continue reading Summer fun at the library

National amateur radio exercise this weekend

June 21, 2023 Ham radio operators from the Lake Whitney Amateur Radio Society (LWARS) will be participating in a national amateur radio exercise from 1 p.m. Saturday, June 24 until 1 p.m. Sunday, June 25, at the Lake Whitney Public Library. The public is welcome to visit and will have an opportunity to get on … Continue reading National amateur radio exercise this weekend

Lake Whitney Public Library schedules summer events

Reporter: Elie Mahan June 1, 2023 Lake Whitney Public Library has planned summer reading programs and other summer events at the library, located at 602 East Jefferson Avenue in Whitney. Summer reading events will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursdays, June 8 through July 20, except July 6. Thursday, June 8, the Lake Whitney … Continue reading Lake Whitney Public Library schedules summer events

Lake Whitney Chamber presents annual awards

April 19, 2023 The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet at the HILCO Civic and Events Center in Itasca Thursday, April 13, to celebrate accomplishments and honor members of the Lake Whitney community. Young Person of the Year Colby Estill (center) with Chamber Treasurer Jayson Lam and Miss Pioneer Day Jillie … Continue reading Lake Whitney Chamber presents annual awards

Council hears reports, approves zoning for planned development

Editor: Shannon Cottongame December 22, 2022 The Whitney City Council met in a regular session Thursday, December 15 to consider regular monthly business and discuss rezoning requests. At the beginning of the meeting, Council Member Martis Ward voted against approval of the minutes of the December 5 special council meeting, stating that he wanted it … Continue reading Council hears reports, approves zoning for planned development