Whitney's annual Christmas parade and tree lighting will wrap up a day of activities as the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce and the City of Whitney team up for the first downtown Grinch Festival Saturday, December 9. A full day of Grinch-themed activities are planned, beginning with the 14th annual Christmas Bazaar that begins at … Continue reading Santa, Grinch to visit Whitney for full day of fun Saturday
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Sheriff announces bid for reelection
Rodney B. Watson has formally announced he is seeking his third term as Hill County sheriff. Sheriff Watson has spent his entire life here. He attended and played sports at Hillsboro ISD, attended Hill College and continued to help his parents by working in the hardware store. Watson’s Hardware met the needs of Hill County … Continue reading Sheriff announces bid for reelection
Valley Mills man dies in FM 1713 crash
A 29-year-old Valley Mills man was killed in a crash on Farm Road 1713 in the Whitney area Tuesday, November 28. Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers and first responders were called to the scene in the 400 block of Farm Road 1713 at approximately 1:30 p.m. According to DPS reports, a Kia and a … Continue reading Valley Mills man dies in FM 1713 crash
Fatal crash reported in Peoria area
The Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Peoria Saturday night, December 2. At 9:34 p.m., Peoria Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the 3400 block of State Highway 22, just east of Farm Road 1947 in reference to a motorcycle crash. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, … Continue reading Fatal crash reported in Peoria area
Historical Commission to meet Thurs.
The Hill County Historical Commission will hold its final meeting of the year Thursday, December 7, in the meeting room of Still Smokin' BBQ on Interstate 35 in Abbott. The presentation will begin at approximately 6 p.m., when Abbott historian Margaret McKown will present a program on the history of the town. All interested individuals … Continue reading Historical Commission to meet Thurs.
LWMA plans Christmas event
The Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance will host a community Christmas program Sunday, December 10, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Whitney. The church is located at 209 North San Marcos Street.
‘A Christmas Carol’ at LWA
Lake Whitney Arts will debut Charles Dickens' classic tale "A Christmas Carol," adapted and directed by Stacey Greenawalt. It's a brand-new adaptation of the familiar story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the spirits that visit him. Performances will be December 8-10 and 15-17. For more information or tickets, visit lakewhitneyarts.org or call Cindy Parks at 254-694-5105.
Potluck dinner at Senior Center
The Lake Whitney Senior Center will hold a potluck social Friday, December 8. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., and the meal will start at 5:30 p.m. Food, games and music will be available. For questions, call David Burton at 214-546-3579.
LW Chamber ribbon cutting
The public is invited to the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce's ribbon cutting for Main Market & Event Rental, to take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 13. The business is located at 5528 Farm Road 933 in Whitney.
WVFD toy drive now underway
The Whitney Fire Department is accepting donations of toys that will be distributed to children this Christmas. The community is invited to donate new, packaged toys at one of the collection boxes the department has made available. Collection boxes can be found at Whitney City Hall, located at 115 West Jefferson Avenue, or the Whitney … Continue reading WVFD toy drive now underway
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