The Dorothy Gaines Foundation recently announced grant awards for 2025 totaling $68,500 to 11 non-profit organizations. Mrs. Gaines was a native of Hill County who lived the majority of her life in Fort Worth but always considered Hill County her home. The foundation was originally established in 2003 with the primary purpose of promoting quality … Continue reading Gaines Foundation awards grants to 11 organizations
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Whitney races past Winnsboro, reaches third round of playoffs
For a team that has relied all season on speed and explosive plays, the Whitney Wildcats needed every bit of that identity Friday night. The Wildcats raced out to a huge early lead, weathered a furious Winnsboro comeback, and then regained control late to secure a 45–38 area-round win at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium in Rockwall — … Continue reading Whitney races past Winnsboro, reaches third round of playoffs
Whitney wins wild playoff thriller
Jontae Johnson fights through multiple defenders on a fourth-and-one carry that picked up a first down. Whitney’s postseason opener turned into a sprint from the opening whistle, and the Wildcats had just enough fuel — from stars and role players alike — to outlast Whitesboro 61–55 in a bi-district thriller Thursday night at Ellis Stadium … Continue reading Whitney wins wild playoff thriller
Court approves update of emergency operations plan
The Hill County Commissioners Court voted to update the county's emergency operations plan during a meeting held Monday, November 10. Emergency Management Coordinator Chris Jackson told the court that the county's plan, which has not been looked at by an outside consultant for around 15 years, does not address a number of possible threats. He … Continue reading Court approves update of emergency operations plan
Commissioners canvass Nov. 4 election results
The Hill County Commissioners Court met in a special session Thursday, November 13 to canvass the results of the November 4 election. County Clerk Nicole Tanner said that the successful election was a collective effort that involved late nights for county employees as they worked to put an election together with 72 hours notice. The … Continue reading Commissioners canvass Nov. 4 election results
Wildcats claim first district title in six years with win over rival West
The Whitney Wildcats will play a bi-district playoff game in Irving Thursday after defeating West to earn a district championship Friday. The Whitney Wildcats left no doubt Friday night, capping the regular season with a statement win and their first district championship since 2018. Behind another dazzling all-around performance from junior quarterback Kobe Haynes, the … Continue reading Wildcats claim first district title in six years with win over rival West
Voters return split decision on ESD issues
Area voters approved one Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 proposal and rejected another on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4. Local voters also joined with the rest of the state in passing Texas constitutional amendments. Hill County ESD 1 presented two proposals to voters, asking to implement a sales tax and raise the district's property tax … Continue reading Voters return split decision on ESD issues
Comptroller releases sales tax allocations
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.3 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 6.4% more than in November 2024. Whitney's November payment was $92,426, up 2.04% compared to last November. To date this year, the city's allocations have totaled … Continue reading Comptroller releases sales tax allocations
Hill County native earns TPWD’s Medal of Valor
Hill County native Jacob Crumpton was one of seven Texas game wardens recognized in October with a Medal of Valor. The medal was awarded in recognition of outstanding bravery, selfless service and dedication to the mission of serving the people of Texas during the massive floods in the Texas Hill Country beginning on July 4. … Continue reading Hill County native earns TPWD’s Medal of Valor
Candidate filing to begin ahead of March primaries
Candidates seeking the nomination of the local Republican or Democratic parties ahead of next year's general election can begin filing for primaries Saturday, November 8. The deadline to apply for a spot on the March primary ballot is 6 p.m. Monday, December 8. Hill County offices up for election next year, and the current officeholders, … Continue reading Candidate filing to begin ahead of March primaries
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