News
WISD discusses ideas for former Coleman, admin buildings
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD continues to explore possible uses for the former Coleman Junior High building, located at 1000 N. US Highway 77,…
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Police Reports
Waxahachie police report: Sept. 6-12
The Waxahachie Police Department responded to the following incidents: Sept. 12 Assault causing bodily injury in the 800 block of S. Interstate 35E Sept. 11 Sexual assault reported Sept. 9 Sexual assault reported Sept. 6 Burglary of a vehicle (a wallet was stolen) in the 1500 block of Old Quarry Drive
Business
Texas Roadhouse coming to Waxahachie following economic development agreement approval
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Steak, rolls and that famous honey cinnamon butter are in Waxahachie’s future. Monday the Waxahachie City Council approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement and incentive package with Roadhouse Enterprises, Inc., paving the way for Texas Roadhouse to construct a restaurant in the city. The restaurant is expected to be located on…
Voices
For Waxahachie families, a federal rule could close the digital safety gap
Stan Gottfredson, guest columnist Parents in Waxahachie and across Ellis County may have no background in algorithms and yet have to make a decision about where to draw a line of responsibility when their child experiences harm online. Parents can discuss the issue and establish rules with the child. Still, it is social media companies…
Regional News
Texas House launches Women’s Health Subcommittee
Staff report House Speaker Dustin Burrows appointed State Rep. Katrina Pierson to chair the Subcommittee on Maternal Health, Menopause and Access to Evidence Based Medicine…
