News
Best of Ellis County begins Aug. 15
Staff report Do you have a favorite business, employee or volunteer in Ellis County worthy of some recognition? Now’s your chance to nominate them. The…
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Police Reports
Waxahachie Police Report: July 26 to Aug. 1
The Waxahachie Police Department responded to the following incidents:Aug. 1Theft of property (a diamond ring was stolen) in the 100 block of River OaksJuly 30Theft of property ($6,000 in cash was stolen) in the 100 block of Park Hills DriveJuly 29Burglary of a vehicle (an air pump and jumper cables were stolen) in the 2000…
Business
Best of Ellis County begins Aug. 15
Staff report Do you have a favorite business, employee or volunteer in Ellis County worthy of some recognition? Now’s your chance to nominate them. The Waxahachie Daily Light and The Midlothian Mirror newspapers are about to kick off the Best of Ellis County 2026, an annual program that recognizes the favorite businesses, places and people…
Voices
What makes us linger?
Keith Engel, The Next Chapter A continuing opinion series exploring the people, places and stories shaping Waxahachie. Every day, thousands of people pass Waxahachie along Interstate 35. Recently, new digital billboards have begun welcoming travelers. They’re eye-catching and long anticipated, and they made me wonder: what happens after someone notices them? A billboard can spark…
Regional News
Abbott announces $40.8M in grants to support Texas veterans and their families
Staff reportGov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) on Tuesday announced that $40.8 million in Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants will support…
