WISD to end school year one day earlier
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Students in Waxahachie ISD will get out of school one day earlier than expected. Thursday during a called meeting, the WISD Board… Login to continue reading Login…
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Ellzey introduces Apprenticeship Infrastructure Tax Credit Act of 2025
Staff report In response to the nation’s escalating labor shortages, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors, Representative Jake Ellzey (TX-6) will formally introduce the Apprenticeship Infrastructure… Login to continue reading Login…
Ferris operates use-based infrastructure that doesn’t burden the taxpayer
City of Ferris As measles cases rise across the state and cities work to coordinate their responses and public messaging, Ferris residents are getting answers… Login to continue reading Login…
Area briefs: Free animal vaccine clinic, ‘Something Rotten’ presentation and more
SPCA of Texas, in conjunction with Petco Love, will host a free vaccine clinic for dogs and cats from 8 a.m. to noon May 31 at the Ellis County Youth Expo Center, 2300 US 287 in Waxahachie.
Area briefs: Pre-K Round Up, LoCash performance, scholarship deadline and more
Waxahachie ISD will host the pre-K Round Up from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. May 6 at Turner Pre-Kindergarten Academy, 614 N. Getzendaner St.
Local nonprofits stress importance of working together to address homelessness
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Dena Petty stood before an audience Thursday at the Ellis County Homeless Coalition’s annual luncheon at Waxahachie Bible Church and described the… Login to continue reading Login…
Two local musicians honored by instrument company, carrying on the family legacy
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com For 25 years Waxahachie native Mario Barajas and his wife Betty Barajas have entertained listeners with their upbeat style of conjunto music… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellis County Art Association contest winners announced
Staff report Displaying over 500 entries, the youth of Ellis County showed their artwork and won scholarships, gift cards and ribbons. The annual Youth Art… Login to continue reading Login…
Heart Smart Conference draws over 150 attendees in Waxahachie
Staff report More than 150 community members gathered at the Waxahachie Senior Center on April 16 for the Heart Smart Conference, hosted by the Texas… Login to continue reading Login…
Grant terminated for Texas High-Speed Rail Corridor
Staff report Congressman Jake Ellzey on Monday commended the U.S. Department of Transportation and Amtrak for terminating the $63.9 million grant awarded under the Corridor… Login to continue reading Login…