Lake Whitney to host Texas Team Trail championship

Editor: Shannon Cottongame October 20, 2021 More than 80 fishing teams are expected to make their way to Lake Whitney this week as the Texas Team Trail 2021 National Championship presented by Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's is held here Saturday, October 23, and Sunday, October 24. The event was originally set to be held … Continue reading Lake Whitney to host Texas Team Trail championship

Fishing team members earn scholarships

Reporter: Ellie Mahan October 20, 2021 Whitney High School students Carson Griffith and Mason Seely each received $150 scholarships for winning third place during a fishing tournament at Stillhouse Hollow Lake Sunday, October 10. Their fish weighed in at a combined total of more than 12 pounds for their five catches on the two-person team. … Continue reading Fishing team members earn scholarships

Fishing trip winners

Editor: Shannon Cottongame October 13, 2021 ghfgh Matt Bryant (left) and Eddie Miller (right) were the winners of the Whitney FFA's cornhole tournament held during the recent Ag-Stravaganza in downtown Whitney. The team won a guided fishing trip donated by Guaranteed Guide Service. The event also included a silent auction, fish fry and live music … Continue reading Fishing trip winners

Corps of Engineers project now underway to inspect 16 sluice gates at Whitney dam

Editor: Shannon Cottongame September 29, 2021 Those traveling or enjoying recreation near the Whitney Dam will see equipment in the area as the Corps of Engineers works to inspect the sluice gates at the dam. Highway 22 traffic will proceed uninterrupted during the project, Corps officials said. The public is asked to keep a safe … Continue reading Corps of Engineers project now underway to inspect 16 sluice gates at Whitney dam