Done deal: Hillsboro takes ownership of century-old theater

Done deal: Hillsboro takes ownership of century-old theater

The City of Hillsboro has completed a trade - taking ownership of the Texas Theater in exchange for the former Municipal Court building on Waco Street.Hillsboro put the court building up for sale in October, but approved an exchange through the city council in December for the theater. The deal officially closed on March 31.The city says a 'modest amount' of restricted funding may be used at the site, but is also looking for community fundraisin…