TxDOT makes case for FM 663 widening project
The Texas Department of Transportation held an in-person public meeting May 15 to discuss its proposal to widen Farm-to-Market 663 from FM 875 to U.S. Highway 287 in Midlothian.
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WISD hires consultant to help with Teacher Incentive Allotment efforts
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD has hired a consultant to help support the district in the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) process for the upcoming year.… Login to continue reading Login…
Love Your Neighbor smashes its goal during PB&J drive
Patty Hullett, Daily Light contributor Summer is here, and the Ellis County schools are closing their doors for the 2024-25 school year. And the Love… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD makes changes to random drug-testing guidelines
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD is making three changes to its random drug-testing guidelines, which will go into effect in the 2025-26 school year. The… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellis County Veterans Treatment Court celebrates first graduate
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com On the afternoon of May 5, the Ellis County 378th Judicial District courtroom was full. Full of veterans, legal staff and volunteers.… Login to continue reading Login…
Ferris DPS identifies victim, files murder-related charges following fatal shooting
Staff report The Ferris Department of Public Safety has released additional information regarding the fatal shooting that occurred Saturday at Jerry Watson Memorial Park. The… Login to continue reading Login…
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…
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.