Ellis County Citizen Prosecutor Academy begins Feb. 26
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com The next session of the Ellis County Citizen Prosecutor Academy is set to take place later this month. The academy, led by… Login to continue reading Login…
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WISD grants right-of-way for Northgate turn lane
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD is helping the city of Waxahachie move forward with an intersection project that is expected to ease some traffic congestion.… Login to continue reading Login…
Early voting begins Tuesday for Primary Election
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com Early voting for the March 5 Primary Election begins Tuesday. There are four contested races at the local level in Ellis County,… Login to continue reading Login…
Dancing With the Ellis County Stars raises $30K
Patty Hullett, Daily Light contributor Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify the $30,000 raised was from the Feb. 10 event only, and… Login to continue reading Login…
P&Z recommends event venue, townhome project
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday recommended approval of a specific use permit (SUP) for Emma Grace Events & Studio,… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD approves calendar, auxiliary pay increase
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved the academic calendar for the 2024-25 school year, and officials said staff feedback… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD approves rezoning plan
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved the rezoning plan for its elementary schools, which will go into effect in… Login to continue reading Login…
Paul David Perry, 1960-2024: Longtime county leader a conservative stalwart
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryroad.com The news of the passing of longtime Ellis County Commissioner Paul D. Perry over the weekend came as a shock to citizens… Login to continue reading Login…
Longtime commissioner Paul D. Perry dies at 63
Staff report Longtime Ellis County Commissioner Paul D. Perry, age 63, of Milford died at home on Sunday after battling with cancer. A proud seventh-generation Texan, Perry was born in…
Severe Weather Education class set for Feb. 29
Staff report The 2024 spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you… Login to continue reading Login…