Abridged Version due to storms and internet outages.

This was a very good week for Hillsboro.

A large crowd gathered and celebrated the First National Bank of Central Texas' ribbon cutting and grand opening at their new location on Corsicana Highway in Hillsboro on Thursday.

The bank presented a generous donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Hill County, and addressed the crowd with stories of their small town Texas beginnings, 2002 Hillsboro opening, and a commitment to service and support for the Hillsboro community.

The weekend has big events downtown, but before we get to that, let's take a moment to wish Willie Nelson "Happy Birthday". The Hill County native, legendary singer and songwriter, and recent winner of three Grammy awards turns 90 this weekend on Saturday.

Willie was inducted into the Hillsboro Chamber Hall of Fame at our 2006 Annual Awards Banquet for his many contributions to our city and county.

Happy Birthday Willie!

Fun Fact: Rick Bailey, Art Mann and Roger Galle pictured above with Willie, have all served as past Presidents on the Hillsboro Chamber Board of Directors.

The Hillsboro Events Calendar

Saturday, April 29th - Wine & Photography Art Walk - Downtown Hillsboro from 4-7 pm - Hillsboro Arts League

Saturday, April 29th - 4-9 pm - Crawfish Boil at Hillsboro Country Club - Hear Larissa Boyd, and pinch tails with your friends

Sunday, April 30th - 1-4 pm - HOT ROD TOUR OF TEXAS finale celebration & Classic Car meetup - Roadside America Museum

Tuesday, May 2nd - 6 pm - Hillsboro City Council Meeting at Historic City Hall

Thursday, May 4th - 7:30 pm - Hill College Visual and Performing Arts Student Showcase. . Performances begin at 7:30 pm

Saturday May 6th - Cowgirl Vogue Boutique Grand Opening in downtown Hillsboro. 54 West Elm Street near Sweet Joy

Saturday, May 6th - 8 am - 1 pm - the Hillsboro Farmers Market opens for the season! Saturdays May through September

Saturday, May 6th - 8 -10 pm - Music on the Green Summer Concert Series begins - weekly concerts at the Hillsboro Truck Yard

Thursday, May 11th - 3-7 pm - Girls Night Out Downtown Shopping Event with refreshments and prizes.

Friday, May 12th - 4-6 pm at Overflow Coffee - Author Theo Boyd Book Signing of latest work "My grief is Not Like Yours"

Saturday, May 13th - 10 am to 10 pm - CHURROFEST Downtown Hillsboro - "Churro crazy if you miss this big downtown event."

Thursday, May 18th - 6-8 pm - Homestead Nursing and Rebahilitation invites the public to a Kentucky Derby Party.

Friday May 19th - 8:30 am to 9:30 pm - Hillsboro Chamber GOLF CLASSIC - Golf Tournament with Evening Concert & Celebration

Weekly Events

Half price Tuesday at Branded Burger - Every Tuesday from 3-6 pm

Trivia Night at Branded Burger - Every Wednesday Night at 6 pm

Preschool Storytime at the Hillsboro City Library - Every Tuesday morning at 10 am

Game Night at Hillsboro Country Club - Every Wednesday from 7 pm until close

Pool Tournament Wednesday at Wrangler's Cafe - Wednesday Nights from 6-9 pm

Dart Tournaments at Wrangler's Cafe & Entertainment - Thursday Nights

All you can eat catfish at Wranglers Cafe & Entertainment - Fridays starting at 6 pm

Karaoke Night at Wrangler's Cafe & Entertainment - Every Saturday Night at 8 pm

Monthly Events

Paw Pal's Low Cost Vaccination, Spay & Neuter Clinic - 1st Tuesday of each month 10 am

Gentle Yoga at Hillsboro Nutrition - 1st Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm

Girls Night Out! Downtown Shopping Event - Second Thursday of each month from 3-7 pm

Mission Hillsboro Medical Clinic - First and Third Saturdays beginning at 8 am

Hillsboro and Whitney Aglow - Second Monday of each month - 7 pm

Cafe Friday at Overflow Coffee - Last Friday of each month from 7-9 pm

Other Big Events that are Coming Soon

Churrofest Downtown Hillsboro - Saturday May 13th 10 am to 10 pm - All day entertainment, churro cook-off, and fun for all ages

The Hillsboro Farmers Market - Saturday mornings May through October from 8 am to 1 pm on the courhouse square

Music on the Green Summer Concert Series - Saturday nights from May to September at the Hillsboro Truck Yard

The Bond's Alley Art Festival - June 2nd and 3rd - Friday night opener and Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm

Did we miss your event? Call us at 254-582-2481, or add events directly to our community calendar without a login.

EMPLOYERS - Our jobs board is catching on and getting lots of unique visitors from Hillsboro and the surrounding area. You can add your JOBS on our website for a free listing.

HILLSBORO RESIDENTS - DO YOU HAVE A HOME FOR RENT? Employers in Hillsboro often hire from outside of the city and need housing options for new employees. The Chamber website has begun to compile listings of homes and apartments for rent in our area - Hillsboro and Hill County. Please call us at 254-582-2481 to list your home rental.

Gift the Gift of Your Time.

Paw Pals works to prevent pet over population, and helps keep our city and neighborhoods safe. Flexible volunteer opportunities are available, and please keep saving your items for the fall garage sale fundraiser in October!