News
Area briefs: Alumni association raffle tickets, 4-H Shooting Club and more
Staff report The Waxahachie Alumni Association is raising scholarship funds to award to members of Senior Class of 2027 at the end of the year.…
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Police Reports
Waxahachie police report: Aug. 16-22
The Waxahachie Police Department responded to the following incidents:Aug. 22Assault of a family/household member impeding breathing/circulation in the 2000 block of Amelia LaneAug. 20Theft of property ($15,000 in cash was taken fraudulently)Aug. 19Auto theft (a 2018 white Ford F-250 was stolen) in the 100 block of Stonehaven PlaceTheft of property (a commercial mower was stolen)…
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
This Labor Day, celebrate the skilled trades, address America’s skilled worker shortage
Tony BennettTexas Association of Manufacturers While enjoying the Labor Day weekend of end-of-summer barbecues, retail sales, and beach trips, many Americans may forget the original intent of the holiday – to honor the contributions and achievements of the American worker. This Labor Day is an opportunity to shift our focus back to the physical backbone…
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…
