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

Author draws inspiration from time in Whitney

Reporter: Ellie Mahan April 27, 2022 Murray Richter, now a published author of two children’s books, attended Whitney High School and graduated in 1988. When he moved from Alice to Whitney in the early 1980’s, he spent time fishing, skiing and soaking up all the nature and fun that Lake Whitney had to offer. His … Continue reading Author draws inspiration from time in Whitney

Early voting continues for May 7 election

Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 Early voting began Monday, April 25, ahead of the Saturday, May 7, election date. There will be statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot, and several local races will be decided. Those who would like to cast early ballots in Hill County can vote between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. … Continue reading Early voting continues for May 7 election

FFA students qualify for state event

Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 Hill County FFA students recently competed in Area 8 Career and Leadership Development Events (CDE) at Tarleton State University, with several schools qualifying for state. Whitney's nursery landscape team earned second place for a trip to state. Competing were Samantha Allen, Jenna Milam, Laney Beam and Jillie Milam. Aquilla … Continue reading FFA students qualify for state event

WHS baseball clinches playoff berth

April 27, 2022 Whitney High School's varsity baseball team was sitting in third place in the district as the week began and is headed to the playoffs. The Wildcats won their away conference game against McGregor 12-2 Friday, April 22, after defeating McGregor earlier in the week 9-5 at home. After last week's games wrapped … Continue reading WHS baseball clinches playoff berth

Lady ‘Cats end regular season with win at home

Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 The Whitney High School Lady Wildcats varsity softball team won a home game against McGregor 4-3 Tuesday, April 19, for a chance at a playoff run. The Lady 'Cats (11-14, 5-7) wrapped up their regular season schedule with the win over McGregor while celebrating senior night. Whitney was set … Continue reading Lady ‘Cats end regular season with win at home

LWMA food bank receives donation

Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 The Lake Whitney Ministerial Alliance (LWMA) is thankful for a contribution from the Kimberley Rumfield Team of Keller Williams Realty, which recently supported the food bank with a donation drive. The successful fund raiser collected 383 pounds of food and additional money to purchase another 200 pounds of food … Continue reading LWMA food bank receives donation

Hill College honors retiring president with student grant

Editor: Shannon Cottongame April 27, 2022 Hill College is honoring its retiring president with the Pamela J. Boehm Student Emergency Aid Grant. The announcement was made during the college’s annual Boots and Suits fund-raising event. “In honor of her 41 years of dedication to Hill College, and particularly her focus on student success, we are … Continue reading Hill College honors retiring president with student grant