The Hill County Commissioners Court voted to look into the costs of foundation repairs at the Hill County Cell Block Museum during a regular meeting held Tuesday, October 10. The museum’s board of directors has been working with consultants to develop a plan to reopen the museum to the public for the past year. The … Continue reading Court to look into repairing historic jail
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Fun at ‘Praise & Pumpkins’ event
Fort Graham Baptist Church will be holding its "Praise and Pumpkins" event Saturday, October 21 from 2 to 6 p.m. All are invited to join for food, games, music, hayrides and more. Fort Graham Baptist Church is located at 137 Farm Road 2604 in Whitney.
Amateur Radio Society to meet
The Lake Whitney Amateur Radio Society (LWARS) will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 21, at the Lake Whitney Public Library. Members and guests are welcome. Anyone interested in finding out more about amateur radio or becoming a licensed amateur radio operator is welcome to attend.
Meals On Wheels needs volunteers
Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers. Volunteers must be 18 years old, have their own vehicle and pass a background check. For more information, email rachel@mowwaco.org or call 254-752-0316.
Extension canning seminar Oct. 24
The Hill County Extension Office will host an informational seminar covering the ins and outs of canning from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 24. Those interested are asked to RSVP via phone at 254-582-4022 or by email to rachel.esquivel@ag.tamu.edu. There is a $15 registration fee per participant for this event. The seminar will be … Continue reading Extension canning seminar Oct. 24
Republicans to meet Monday
The Hill County Republican Party will meet Monday, October 16 at 7 p.m. at the Lake Whitney Public Library. Attendees will go over the 14 proposed amendments to the state constitution that will be voted on Tuesday, November 7. Details are available at http://www.votetexas.gov. The library is located at 602 East Jefferson Avenue in Whitney.
Beekeepers to meet Oct. 17
The Hill County Beekeeper Fellowship will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 17, for a potluck meal and presentation. The program will be "How to conduct a Hive Inspection," with Randy Oakley. The presentation from Oakley Family Apiaries will begin at 6:45 p.m. The meeting will take place at Central Baptist Church, located at 1100 … Continue reading Beekeepers to meet Oct. 17
Gardeners plan tree sale Sat.
In a tree sale set for Saturday, October 14, the Hill County Master Gardener Association will sell fruit trees, shade trees, native trees, fast-growing trees and perennials. The sale will begin at 8 a.m. at the Hillsboro Farmers Market, on the west side of the courthouse square. Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions … Continue reading Gardeners plan tree sale Sat.
Dallas man sentenced for shooting constable
A Dallas man who shot and injured Hill County Precinct 4 Constable Kevin Cordell in May 2021 has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after pleading guilty to the crime.Hector Murillo, now 21, is also facing charges in Dallas and Johnson counties after a multi-county pursuit during which Cordell was shot in the face … Continue reading Dallas man sentenced for shooting constable
48th annual Pioneer Days downtown this Saturday
October 4, 2023 Queens to reign over Pioneer Days. In a ceremony held Saturday night, September 30 at The Place at Lake Whitney, the 2023 Pioneer Days queens were crowned. Pictured (l to r) are this year's winners: Lil Miss Hadlee Orban, Jr. Miss Alysa Ward and Miss Ember Fahnders. The Lake Whitney Chamber of … Continue reading 48th annual Pioneer Days downtown this Saturday
