Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 Anne Chastain, who now operates Juniper Cove Winery at the location of the original Battle of the Benches, has refurbished the bench at the corner of Brazos Street and Washington Avenue in downtown Whitney. Residents of Whitney are invited to attend the "Battle of the Bench" event set for … Continue reading “Battle of the Bench” activities set for this Saturday downtown
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Director returns to film scenes of latest movie in his hometown
Reporter: Ellie Mahan August 11, 2021 The cast and crew of "Bury A Lover" filmed scenes in Laguna Park Thursday, July 15. Pictured are (l to r): front - Michael W. Green, Christopher Durbin, Jonathan JJ Perez, Shaun Peter Cunningham; back - Joey Kloepfer, Mike Zaragosa, Kenneth Wayne Gunter, Robb Hudspeth, J William Boothman II, … Continue reading Director returns to film scenes of latest movie in his hometown
COVID-19 cases rising, local vaccination rates up slightly
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 The number of reported COVID-19 cases continues to climb in Hill County and the state as the delta variant fuels a spike in new cases. While there was little change in the area's vaccination rates over the summer, the latest wave of cases seems to be leading to a … Continue reading COVID-19 cases rising, local vaccination rates up slightly
New TEA guidance released for upcoming school year
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released new guidance for schools Thursday, August 5, as the state's schoolchildren prepare to return to classes amid an increase in COVID-19 cases. Schools will not have to notify parents about COVID-19 cases on campus this year, but they will have to report cases … Continue reading New TEA guidance released for upcoming school year
Church reopens after last year’s fire
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 One year after a fire destroyed Woodrow Baptist Church near Covington, the congregation is once again worshiping on site after rebuilding the church. Services had been held at First Baptist Church activity center in Blum since the fire in July of last year. The first service in the new … Continue reading Church reopens after last year’s fire
Texas Through Time now presenting special exhibit
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 The citizens of Hill County and beyond are invited to come see the new special exhibit “Return to Laramidia,” brought to the area by Texas Through Time fossil museum in Hillsboro. Laramidia was an island that existed during the late Cretaceous period. The island was formed when the western … Continue reading Texas Through Time now presenting special exhibit
Salvation Army offers energy bill assistance
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 The Hill County Salvation Army is notifying the public that it can now help some residents with their TXU Energy bills. Most people who are eligible to receive benefits may be granted up to $300 annually to assist with TXU Energy bills. For more information, contact the Hill County … Continue reading Salvation Army offers energy bill assistance
Lake Whitney Chamber holds dual celebration
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce recently held an open house for HomeLand Realty, located at 803 South Colorado Street, in conjunction with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Younger Construction, located at the same location. Present for the dual celebration were Lori Tims, Greg and Karen Younger, Gail Bunch, Darron Bunch, … Continue reading Lake Whitney Chamber holds dual celebration
Salvation Army now collecting school supplies
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 11, 2021 A Hill County school supply drive associated with the national Stuff The Bus campaign was held by The Salvation Army and Walmart of Hillsboro from Friday, August 6, through Sunday, August 8. Those who missed the drive are still invited to donate to the effort. Walmart and the Hill … Continue reading Salvation Army now collecting school supplies
County requests return of COVID-19 testing site with new cases rising
Editor: Shannon Cottongame August 4, 2021 Hill County Judge Justin Lewis reported last week that he has requested that the state once again provide funding for COVID-19 testing as the numbers continue to rise. “Currently, there is not a place in Hill County to get tested without a doctor’s order. We anticipate doing the testing … Continue reading County requests return of COVID-19 testing site with new cases rising
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