Award winning artist presents demonstration for ECAA
Self-taught, award-winning artist Tina Bohlman is versed in watercolor and oil painting and creates brilliant plein air paintings and rural landscapes.
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The Heights seeks funding as it prepares to open county’s first emergency shelter
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Heights Ellis County Family Resources is expecting to soon open the first emergency shelter for domestic violence survivors in Ellis County.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Area briefs: Car seat inspection competition, Library Palooza and more
The first Battle of the Badges Car Seat Inspection Competition kicks off in Ellis County for a two-day event of passenger safety and friendly rivalry between first responders.
Waxahachie Police Report: Aug. 17-23
The Waxahachie Police Department responded to the following incidents:
The challenges and successes of the Apollo 13 crew
“Houston, we’ve had a problem,” were the words of Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell when an explosion crippled the spacecraft and threatened the lives of the crew.
WISD adopts budget, keeps tax rate the same
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Tuesday adopted its operating budget and tax rate for the 2025-26 school year. The tax… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
WISD approves creation of School Library Advisory Council
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Tuesday approved a policy that creates a council to review materials in district libraries. Per… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Congressman Ellzey to host Service Academy events
Staff report Congressman Jake Ellzey will be hosting three Service Academy Forums this September for students, parents and school personnel across Texas’ 6th Congressional District.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Red Oak HS students earn College Board recognition
Staff report Red Oak ISD announced that several students at Red Oak High School have received honors through the College Board National Recognition Program. These… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival debuts Oct. 11
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com A new fall attraction will debut in Waxahachie this fall. Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival is set to open Oct. 11 and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close