Crash kills one, injures another following pursuit of murder suspect
Staff report The occupant of a vehicle was killed, and another was injured during a car chase that ended in Red Oak on Thursday. Just… Login to continue reading Login…
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Area briefs: NCCER Core Safety Certification classes, safety education series, ‘The Addams Family’ musical and more
The Ellis Christian Men’s Job Corp will host NCCER Core Safety Certification classes to help men get employed quicker and with higher pay entry jobs.
P&Z recommends permits for STRs, Starbucks
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday recommended approval of two specific use permits (SUPs) for short-term rentals (STRs) and denied… Login to continue reading Login…
Waxahachie P&Z recommends rezoning for mixed-use development
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com A type of mixed-use development not too common in Waxahachie could soon be coming to the city. The Waxahachie Planning and Zoning… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD approves agreement for Ellis County Juvenile Services Detention Center
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Ellis County Juvenile Board to create… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellzey backs bill to curtail IRS overreach
U.S. Congressman Jake Ellzey, whose district includes Ellis County, joined Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX) in co-sponsoring the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act, a critical bill that safeguards middle-class families and small businesses from excessive IRS audits.
Waxahachie Cinema Showcase debuts at The Texas Theater on Jan. 18
Staff report The Texas Theater in Waxahachie will host the first-ever Waxahachie Cinema Showcase on Jan. 18. This event highlights films by local creators including… Login to continue reading Login…
More closures, delays ahead Friday
Staff report Continued winter weather has prompted continued closures and delays Friday in Ellis County. Waxahachie ISD All WISD campuses and offices will be closed Friday. All after-school events and…
County court looks into 9-1-1 update
Ellis County may soon be updating its 9-1-1 system to better respond to emergency calls.
Area briefs: “The Addams Family” musical, Guide to the Tribe and more
The Waxahachie High School Drama Department will present “The Addams Family” musical at 7 p.m. Jan. 23-25 and 2 p.m. Jan. 26 at the WHS Performing Arts Center.