The new Hill County Community Emergency Response Team now includes 22 trained members from all walks of life, including educators, nuclear security personnel, marina operators, Red Cross staff, human resources staff, retired first responders and a meteorologist. Members of the inaugural class of the Hill County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) have concluded a team-combined … Continue reading Inaugural Hill County CERT class graduates
The Hill County Commissioners Court heard from County Judge Justin Lewis about his transition to district judge and approved subdivision regulations during a special meeting held Tuesday, March 4. Lewis said that he was expecting the Senate to confirm the governor's appointment in the coming days, and he was working to wrap up policy updates … Continue reading Lewis addresses court after appointment
Tickets, tables and sponsorships are now available for the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce's 70th annual awards banquet. The event will be held Thursday, April 24, at 6 p.m. at the HILCO Civic and Events Center in Itasca. This year's theme is Platinum Jubilee. Individual tickets are $75, a corporate table of six is $600, … Continue reading LW Chamber selling tickets to banquet
White Bluff Volunteer Fire Department has improved its ability to assist area firefighters during extended emergencies with the addition of a new rehab unit. Pictured (l to r) are three of the department's Firefighter Assist and Support Team (FAST) members: Stephanie Hapka, Support and Rehab Coordinator Kathy Corbin and Assistant Coordinator Terry Pierce. White Bluff … Continue reading White Bluff VFD adds firefighter rehab unit
Syvana Hill and Dariana Contreras, pictured above, won first place with their club album at the state German contest. Whitney High School German students brought home 22 top-10 wins from the 43rd Annual Texas State German Contest held last weekend at Texas State University in San Marcos. The Whitney team placed ninth overall in sweepstakes … Continue reading WHS German students earn top 10 wins at state contest
The Whitney City Council voted to establish property tax homestead exemptions for residences in the city during a regular meeting held Thursday, February 20. The council's action established a $5,000 residential homestead exemption, and the exemption will be $10,000 for those age 65 and older or disabled. The change will take effect in the 2025 … Continue reading Council approves homestead exemption
Pictured above is a bed built by Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers, along with bedding that the volunteers were able to purchase thanks to a grant from the Dorothy Gaines Foundation. The Whitney Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing beds for children in need, held a community build … Continue reading Volunteers continue building beds for kids
The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for awards to be presented during this year's chamber banquet. The 70th annual awards dinner and banquet will be held Thursday, April 24, at the HILCO Civic and Event Center in Itasca.Each year, the chamber presents awards to individuals and businesses for their significant contributions to … Continue reading Chamber still taking award nominations
Library Director Christie Rogers (Stacey Greenawalt photo) Christie Rogers has been selected by the City of Whitney to serve as director of Lake Whitney Public Library. Rogers had been serving as interim library director since former director Denise Carter retired last October. "I came into the library back in April of 2024 looking for eclipse … Continue reading New director named at LW Public Library
The Whitney High School boys varsity basketball team lost to Palmer 60-39 in the Class 1A Division I Region III Bi-District Championships Tuesday, February 18. The game featured four quarters of physical basketball with Palmer pulling away in the final period. Pictured above is K.J. O’Hearn taking a shot against the Bulldogs. The Whitney Wildcats … Continue reading Cats Fall To Palmer In Bi-District
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