Whitney sales tax revenue up in December

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced last week that he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for December, 2.5% more than in December 2022. The City of Whitney's December allocation was $79,961.06, up 11.78% over last year. Year-to-date figures show the city receiving $975,305.01 so … Continue reading Whitney sales tax revenue up in December

Kids’ Christmas event Dec. 20

A free children’s Christmas party will be held Wednesday, December 20, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at King Memorial Methodist Church, 502 North Colorado Street in Whitney. There will be cookie decorating, crafts, story time, acting and a birthday party for Jesus. Kids ages five years through sixth grade are welcome, and younger children may … Continue reading Kids’ Christmas event Dec. 20

Vyve launches internet in Whitney

Vyve Broadband, an industry leader in cutting-edge telecommunications services, is excited to announce its upcoming launch of residential and business internet services. Residential customers will have access to speeds up to Vyve Gig, and Vyve Business Services will have 10 gig internet speed offerings in the area. In its ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional connectivity … Continue reading Vyve launches internet in Whitney

Santa, Grinch to visit Whitney for full day of fun Saturday

Whitney's annual Christmas parade and tree lighting will wrap up a day of activities as the Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce and the City of Whitney team up for the first downtown Grinch Festival Saturday, December 9. A full day of Grinch-themed activities are planned, beginning with the 14th annual Christmas Bazaar that begins at … Continue reading Santa, Grinch to visit Whitney for full day of fun Saturday

Valley Mills man dies in FM 1713 crash

A 29-year-old Valley Mills man was killed in a crash on Farm Road 1713 in the Whitney area Tuesday, November 28. Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers and first responders were called to the scene in the 400 block of Farm Road 1713 at approximately 1:30 p.m. According to DPS reports, a Kia and a … Continue reading Valley Mills man dies in FM 1713 crash

‘A Christmas Carol’ at LWA

Lake Whitney Arts will debut Charles Dickens' classic tale "A Christmas Carol," adapted and directed by Stacey Greenawalt. It's a brand-new adaptation of the familiar story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the spirits that visit him. Performances will be December 8-10 and 15-17. For more information or tickets, visit lakewhitneyarts.org or call Cindy Parks at 254-694-5105.

WVFD toy drive now underway

The Whitney Fire Department is accepting donations of toys that will be distributed to children this Christmas. The community is invited to donate new, packaged toys at one of the collection boxes the department has made available. Collection boxes can be found at Whitney City Hall, located at 115 West Jefferson Avenue, or the Whitney … Continue reading WVFD toy drive now underway