Harvest Authorization drawing opens for Trinity River Alligator Gar
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) opens the annual Alligator Gar Harvest Authorization drawing application process Sept. 1.
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CORRECTION
In the weekend edition of the Waxahachie Daily Light it was incorrectly reported that Waxahachie’s tax revenue increased from $4 billion in the 2021 fiscal year to $5.2 billion. The city’s taxable value increased by that margin.
Midlothian eases on tax rate stance
A majority of Midlothian City Council members who voted for what they thought was the “no-new-revenue” ad valorem property tax rate at their Aug. 9 meeting had been thrilled to learn that a staff calculation error had resulted in a number about seven cents lower than what they voted for.
Waxahachie police report – Aug. 22-29
The Waxahachie Police Department was involved in the following incidents: Aug. 22 Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the 1200 block of N. US Highway 77 Aug. 24 Burglary of a habitation (three Samsung TVs, two Air Jordans, two Air Force Ones, a Lenovo laptop and an Apple watch valued at $3,304) were stolen in the 500 block of Wyatt St.
Xtreme Raceway Park, a family-friendly venue for all sorts of racing fans
The Trumbull, Palmer, Ferris and Ennis areas have affordable and easy-access to a venue for anyone that has the affinity and love for cars, especially the racing type. The Xtreme Raceway Park (“XRP”) officially opened its gates on April 8, 2018, and this exciting group of racers have experienced positive growth over the past four years – even conquering the hard times associated with the COVID pandemic.
Red Oak council OK’s budget, tax rate
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Red Oak City Council on Monday approved its budget and tax rate for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The tax rate will… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD adopts budget, tax rate; salary increases ahead
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday adopted its tax rate and budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The tax rate… Login to continue reading Login…
Best of Ellis County begins Sept. 28
Do you have a favorite Mexican food restaurant in Ellis County you want to recognize? Now’s your chance. The Waxahachie Daily Light and the Midlothian Mirror are kicking off the annual Best of Ellis County section, which highlights the community’s favorite businesses around the area.
Already shrunk by half, Swiss glaciers melting faster
GENEVA — Switzerland’s 1,400 glaciers have lost more than half their total volume since the early 1930s, a new study has found, and researchers say the ice retreat is accelerating at a time of growing concerns about climate change.
The Eagles (1-0) will stay with the Thursday night schedule next week against former district colleague Bynum
“At the end of the day, we’re still the same team,” Wendel said. “Our fullback dominated the second half.” It took a while for MHS to get going, but after a scoreless first quarter, the Panthers finally broke the ice with 7:52 remaining in the second quarter as Drew Wendel threw a quick slant to Wesco, who beat his defender and went 40 yards for the first TD of 2022.