The board of directors of the Dorothy Gaines Foundation is now accepting grant applications for 2025. The Dorothy Gaines Foundation was established in 2003 by Dorothy Gaines as a private foundation with the primary purpose to promote the quality of life in Hill and Tarrant counties. Applications for grants to be awarded must be received … Continue reading Gaines Grant applications now available
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Smith Foundation taking annual grant applications
The board of directors of the George G. and Alva Hudson Smith Foundation has announced the opening of the 2025 grant application process. Applications for grants to be awarded this year must be received on or before September 1. Grant awards will be announced in October. Applicants can access grant information and required supporting documents … Continue reading Smith Foundation taking annual grant applications
Candidate filing period opens for cities, schools
The filing period for cities and schools holding elections in November officially opened Saturday, July 19, and will continue through Monday, August 18. Local entities that have announced November elections include Aquilla ISD and the City of Blum. Others in our area normally hold elections in May. Aquilla ISD will have the school board seats … Continue reading Candidate filing period opens for cities, schools
Hill County Cell Block Museum reopens to public
Elected officials, board members and volunteers gathered for the reopening of the Hill County Cell Block Museum Saturday, June 14. Pictured at front (l to r) are: Hill County Judge Shane Brassell, District Judge Justin Lewis, former museum board president Judge Bob McGregor, Executive Director Brenda White, Sheriff Hunter Barnes and board member Edward Sumrall. … Continue reading Hill County Cell Block Museum reopens to public
Lake Whitney Farmers Market open Saturdays
The Lake Whitney Farmers Market is operating on Saturdays through September from 8 a.m. to noon. The market is located along South Brazos Street in downtown Whitney. Shoppers can find produce, fresh jams and jellies, baked goods and other items. The market will be held each Saturday, weather permitting. For more information, follow Lake Whitney … Continue reading Lake Whitney Farmers Market open Saturdays
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