The Whitney City Council addressed several agenda items related to street conditions in the city during a regular meeting held Thursday evening, July 18. The council heard a presentation from Rob Barthen of Grant Works, which has assisted the city on grant applications and related projects in the past. Barthen presented information about the Texas … Continue reading Council discusses funding for road work
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Court reviews health insurance bids
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard a report from Anco Insurance about health insurance options for the coming year in a special session Tuesday, July 16.The county recently requested proposals from health insurance providers ahead of the annual process of setting the county budget. Anco assisted the county with the bidding process and reported that … Continue reading Court reviews health insurance bids
Animal control seeking supply donations
The City of Whitney's new animal control program has had several successes lately, including locating and adopting out animals that were found to be strays in the city.The city recently began caring for young puppies and is seeking donations of puppy food, old towels and puppy chew toys (no rawhide). City officials said that as … Continue reading Animal control seeking supply donations
City Council to meet in special session Thurs.
The Whitney City Council has scheduled a special session for Thursday, July 25, at 6 p.m.The council will hear a presentation on employee benefits from several insurance providers before voting on an employee benefits insurance broker of record for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The council will also vote on amending the obstruction of streets ordinance … Continue reading City Council to meet in special session Thurs.
WISD in-person registration set, returning students register online
Whitney Independent School District has scheduled in-person registration dates for new students, and instructions have been provided for returning students in grades three through 12 to be registered online. New student registration will be conducted Tuesday, July 23, through Thursday, July 25. At all campuses, hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and 8 … Continue reading WISD in-person registration set, returning students register online
Boys & Girls Club serving Hill County kids
The Hill County Boys and Girls Club offers multiple programs for young people in its new, expanded space. Club members have the opportunity to participate in educational and recreational activities, encompassing everything from sports and sewing to chess and podcasting. The Boys & Girls Club of Hill County has been serving local youth since 1996, … Continue reading Boys & Girls Club serving Hill County kids
Court proposes abatement for battery storage project
The Hill County Commissioners Court met in regular session Tuesday, July 9, and approved a reinvestment zone and the proposed form of a tax abatement agreement for Hubbard Energy Storage II, LLC. The reinvestment zone involves 10 acres east of Bynum that will be used for 100 megawatt battery storage of energy. Renewable energy battery … Continue reading Court proposes abatement for battery storage project
Smith Foundation taking grant applications
The Board of Directors of the George G. and Alva Hudson Smith Foundation has announced the opening of the 2024 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 grant applications
Man arrested in connection with fatal Highway 22 crash
An arrest was made Wednesday, July 10, in connection with a fatal crash that occurred Saturday, May 18, near Peoria. Nathan Fisher, 29, of Midlothian surrendered to authorities at the Hill County Law Enforcement Center on a charge of intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle. The crash claimed the life of 54-year-old Helen Maxwell of Whitney. … Continue reading Man arrested in connection with fatal Highway 22 crash
Motorcycle, SUV collision claims life of Whitney man
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has released information about a fatal crash that occurred in Whitney Saturday, July 6. According to DPS reports, troopers responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 22 near HCR 2105 south of Whitney at approximately 4:30 p.m. DPS Sergeant Ryan Howard reported that a westbound Dodge Durango failed … Continue reading Motorcycle, SUV collision claims life of Whitney man
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