Ellis County's Tunes for Toys set for Dec. 8
Railport Brewing Company and Twisted Southern Entertainment will team up to host a concert and toy drive for the third annual Ellis County’s Tunes for Toys.
Chris Roark
Tree of Angels event will honor violent crime victims
The 10th Annual Tree of Angels Dedication Ceremony will be held on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. to honor victims of violent crime. To be held at the Shepherd’s House, 3221 Mockingbird Lane, Midlothian, the event is open to anyone in Ellis County.
Firefighter remembered for his love for family, profession
Kevin Lindsey, who spent 10 years with Waxahachie Fire-Rescue, was remembered Tuesday for the love he had for his family and his dedication to the firefighting profession.
Pickleball courts proving successful in Waxahachie, and players want to see more of them
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com When the city of Waxahachie opened its first city-owned pickleball courts last year, the idea was to monitor its usage to determine… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
The history of Thanksgiving in America
In what has most certainly been one of the most unusual years in memory, the nation will mark Thanksgiving once again on this Fourth Thursday in November. It is part of a long tradition that has spanned many generations.
TCEQ rejects Shankle Road MUD
Bill Spinks, wspinks@cherryroad.com Ellis County governments have been in opposition of municipal utility districts, or MUDs, for going on a decade. Last week, the county… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
College notes
Oklahoma State University Colt Frazier, a Waxahachie native, has been named one of Oklahoma State University’s (OSU) Seniors of Significance for the 2024-25 academic year.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Waxahachie Police Report: Nov. 17-23
The Waxahachie Police Department responded to the following incidents:
Waxahachie woman convicted of capital murder for helping kill friend
Staff report Ellis County and District Attorney Ann Montgomery announced that Lauren Dovers, 28, of Waxahachie, was convicted of capital murder by a jury and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Letter to the Editor: Moving on after the election
Now amongst the resulting carnage left on the fields of a venting of the insecurities and egos we flog ourselves with every four years, we move forward into the continuation of our American journey.