May 5, 2022 Shooting team earns awards The Hill County 4-H Shooting Sports team took 19 shooters to the Brownwood 4-H Extravaganza Monday, April 25. "To say we are proud of these kids is an understatement. Every shooter who went did their absolute best, and many brought home medals in more than one event," organizers … Continue reading Shooting team earns awards
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Hill College registering for mini, summer semesters
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 5, 2022 Registration for Hill College’s May mini-mester and three summer sessions is now open for new and current students. The May mini-mester allows students to take courses online in an accelerated timeframe of three weeks. Classes begin May 16, and available courses consist of core curriculum and general electives. Hill … Continue reading Hill College registering for mini, summer semesters
Texas hunting accidents at record low
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 5, 2022 Hunting-related accidents in Texas are at an all-time low since Hunter Education became mandatory in 1988, according to the 2021 Texas Hunting Accident Report released by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). Of more than 49,000 certifications in 2021, Texas experienced only one fatality and 11 accidents statewide, … Continue reading Texas hunting accidents at record low
Master Gardeners awarded
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 5, 2022 Peggy and Philip Spruell recently received a Certificate of Appreciation for their dedicated work and volunteerism. They joined the Hill County Master Gardeners in 2017 and have logged more than 700 hours of volunteer time. Peggy has served as secretary, and Phil is treasurer of the organization. Some of … Continue reading Master Gardeners awarded
Historical Commission plans program on the Kent Colony
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 5, 2022 The Bosque County Historical Commission invites all citizens to a special program Saturday, May 14, at the Meridian Civic Center beginning at noon. The program “The Colony at Kent,” will be presented by Travis Bryant. The Kent Colony was the oldest settlement in the Bosque Territory, established in 1850. … Continue reading Historical Commission plans program on the Kent Colony
Hill College Boots & Suits Event raises over $41,000 for student scholarships
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 4, 2022 The 17th annual Hill College Boots and Suits event held on April 7 raised over $41,000 to benefit Hill College students. Nearly $37,000 of the proceeds will go directly to student scholarships. Funds raised from event activities and donations made during the event, a total of $3,900, will support … Continue reading Hill College Boots & Suits Event raises over $41,000 for student scholarships
Atmos supports Food For Good Backpack program
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 4, 2022 Atmos Energy recently donated $5,000 to the Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance to support their Food for Good Backpack Program. This gift is one of hundreds made by Atmos Energy as part of an enterprise-wide Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities drive to invest in educational, literacy, energy assistance and food … Continue reading Atmos supports Food For Good Backpack program
White Bluff VFD adds new truck
Editor: Shannon Cottongame May 4, 2022 White Bluff Volunteer Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2011 Pierce Arrow XT fire engine that is capable of dispensing foam, which has several times the firefighting effectiveness of water alone. It was purchased through funds generated after several years of fund raising and a program through the … Continue reading White Bluff VFD adds new truck
City council approves final plat for planned Whitney subdivision
Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 The Whitney City Council approved a final plat for a new subdivision that could bring up to 57 homes to Whitney and considered several other agenda items in a meeting held Monday evening, April 18. Last year, the council began discussions with Gary Finch, CEO of Teamworktown Inc., which … Continue reading City council approves final plat for planned Whitney subdivision
WHS German Folk Dancers earn first in state
Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 For the third year, Whitney High School German Folk Dancers have earned first place at the Texas State German Contest. Team members are Linsey Bledsoe, Jasmyne Britain, Lilly Cundiff, Kacie Davis, Kade Deaton, Fabio Garcia, Manny Herrera, Syvana Hill, Ben Hunt, Jack Lee, Prila McIntyre, Kaelyn Motherspau, John Nesselroad, … Continue reading WHS German Folk Dancers earn first in state
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