Drug Prevention Resources is highlighting the work of its health and wellness team this month, which, in conjunction with its IMPACT Coalitions, is helping youth thrive in their social communities this summer.
AUSTIN – There are numerous opportunities for Texans to enjoy the summer sun and water during the heart of boating season. Now more than ever, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is urging boaters to do their part to fight back against aquatic invasive species that threaten Texas lakes.
Getting children to eat healthy can be challenging; however, gardening can be a fun and inexpensive way to spark children’s curiosity in trying vegetables and fruits. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is available to help and teach you about what grows best in your area and make your family’s experience a positive one.
The CNB of Texas Parade marched through the streets of downtown Waxahachie on Monday. The 24th Annual Crape Myrtle Festival & Parade began Sunday with festivities at the Waxahachie Sports Complex. Chris Roark/Daily Light photos
Two Waxahachie High School students were honored recently at the the Educators Rising National Conference. Makenae Stone and Kyrie Richmond placed second in the Project Visualize Service Project category. Individually, Stone was a semifinalist in the Children’s Literature K-3 category. Richmond was a semifinalist in the Educators Rising Moment category. Stone and Richmond compete as a part of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE). Courtesy of WISD
BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE Lillian Gunnels, Red Oak graduated from Bismarck State College with an Associate in Applied Science degree in electric power technology during the college’s 82nd commencement ceremony on May 13 at the Bismarck Event Center. HOWARD PAYNE UNIVERSITY Howard Payne University presented degrees to 144 graduates at Commencement ceremonies held for fall 2021 and spring 2022 graduates.
Some colleges require high school seniors to submit an essay as part of the admissions process. That essay may also help when it comes to paying for college, according to KHEAA.
Waxahachie ISD librarians and the book mobile provided students with a book bag and several books this past week so students can continue reading throughout the summer. Courtesy of WISD .
Over the past several months, Corsicana high schooler Mikaiah Spencer became overwhelmed worrying about turning age 16 and not having any idea of what kind of parttime job she should seek. All she knew for sure was that she definitely didn’t want to be a fast food slinger.
Older married couples have a much harder time of finding interesting ways to surprise their mate on their special wedding anniversary date. Most have given each other fancy trips or jewelry of all kinds over the years, or even practical things like kitchen appliances or housewares for her, or tools or sports items for him.