A Whitney man was indicted Friday, June 7, on multiple charges related to a May 24 hit-and-run crash that left two people injured near Aquilla. Claude Ray Woodard Jr., 55, was booked into the Hill County Jail Friday, May 31, on a third-degree felony charge of collision involving serious bodily injury. District Attorney Mark Pratt … Continue reading Whitney man indicted after hit & run arrest
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City requests public input on budget
The City of Whitney is inviting Whitney residents to answer a survey that will assist city administration in planning the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The six-question survey will allow those paying city taxes to provide input about their priorities and how they recommend their tax dollars be spent. Those responding will have the opportunity to … Continue reading City requests public input on budget
Meet & greet Thurs. for newsuperintendent
Whitney Independent School District (WISD) will hold a meet-and-greet event for new Superintendent Todd Southard, as well as a farewell to former Superintendent John McCullough, from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 13. The public is invited to attend the event, which will be held in the WISD Administration Board Room at 305 San Jacinto … Continue reading Meet & greet Thurs. for newsuperintendent
Enrichment group plans cleanup initiatives
The City of Whitney's Community Enrichment Group is pictured at a meeting held Thursday, May 30. The volunteers have recently been planning cleanup and beautification initiatives that will help residents of the city clean and maintain their properties. See story for more information about upcoming programs. The City of Whitney's Community Enrichment Group met Thursday, … Continue reading Enrichment group plans cleanup initiatives
Special brush pickup set for this week
The City of Whitney has announced special brush pickup dates due to recent storms that have led to downed trees and large limbs. G&B Services will pick up debris in the city Thursday, June 6, and Friday, June 7. All pieces must be smaller than eight inches around, no longer than four feet and no … Continue reading Special brush pickup set for this week
Almost 35″ of rain recorded so far this year
More storms, more damageWhitney experienced additional rounds of severe storms and torrential rainfall Thursday, May 30, leading to wind damage and flooding around town. Pictured above, a wall at a car wash on North Brazos Street collapsed during high winds and fell onto an occupied vehicle parked in the bay. Marilyn Heinen of Whitney said … Continue reading Almost 35″ of rain recorded so far this year
Whitney woman dies in Hwy. 22 crash
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) investigated a fatal crash Saturday night, May 18.According to reports, troopers responded to State Highway 22 near Farm Road 3050, west of Peoria, at approximately 8:50 p.m. Officials said that the driver of a Chevrolet pickup traveling eastbound drove onto the wrong side of the roadway, crashing into a … Continue reading Whitney woman dies in Hwy. 22 crash
Special brush pickup dates announced
The City of Whitney has announced special brush pickup dates due to recent storms that have led to downed trees and large limbs. G&B Services will pick up debris in the city Thursday, June 6, and Friday, June 7. All pieces must be smaller than eight inches around and no longer than five feet. The … Continue reading Special brush pickup dates announced
Wild Wonders Summer Camp to be held in July
The fourth annual Wild Wonders Summer Camp is accepting registrations. The camp will be held at Lake Whitney State Park from 8:30 a.m. Monday, July 22, to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Children from kindergarten to fifth grades may attend the camp for a fee of $80 for one camper or $150 for two. For … Continue reading Wild Wonders Summer Camp to be held in July
WHS Class of 2024 to graduate Friday night
ValedictorianJoannah Andis SalutatorianLinsey Bledsoe Whitney High School's Class of 2024 will graduate at 7 p.m. Friday night, May 24, at Wildcat Stadium. This year's valedictorian of the graduating class is Joannah Andis, the daughter of Tiffany Basham and Michael Fields of Whitney and Jeremy and Kimberly Andis of Summerville, South Carolina. She finished high school … Continue reading WHS Class of 2024 to graduate Friday night
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