Supporting student loan bankruptcy rights
Over 4 million Texans owe a whopping $141 billion in student loans. Families are being strangled in predatory debt for decades. Most borrowers are 40-plus… Login to continue reading Login…
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How a Dallas-based nonprofit hopes to help the most vulnerable homeless population in Ellis County
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com Pastor Wayne Walker knows there is not just one type of homelessness. As such, there’s not just one type of solution. That’s… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellis County Homeless Coalition provides updates on services
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com During the Ellis County Homeless Coalition’s annual luncheon Thursday the nonprofit’s leaders provided an update on the work that it’s doing. Kim… Login to continue reading Login…
Area briefs: Mental Health Awareness Walk, Easter events and more
Staff report The Mental Health Awareness Walk will take place at 10 a.m. May 6 at Midlothian Methodist Medical Center, 1201 E. US 287 in… Login to continue reading Login…
Commissioners Court opposes MUDs
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryroad.com Ellis County Commissioners made good on their intention to oppose all municipal utility districts in the county, adopting a resolution to that… Login to continue reading Login…
Red Oak ISD to offer Summer Enrichment Camp
Staff report Red Oak ISD is launching a four-day Summer Enrichment Camp for ROISD students entering grades 3-5 and 6-8 with unique sessions for each… Login to continue reading Login…
Cherokee Charmers find success, lifetime adventures in Hawaii
Patty Hullett Daily Light contributor In celebration of the Cherokee Charmers organization’s 60 years of existence at Waxahachie High School, Director Erica Pointer-Wilcox, a host… Login to continue reading Login…
Waxahachie Egg Hunt set for April 8
Chris Roark croark@cherryroad.com Organizers for the 19th annual Waxahachie Egg Hunt say last year’s turnout was a pleasant surprise, and this year’s should be even… Login to continue reading Login…
Santa Anna's impact on Mexico and Texas, Part II
Ken Bridges Texas History Minute In 1836, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, the president and general who dominated the political scene in Mexico, rose into… Login to continue reading Login…
TPWD seeks public input for 2024 land and water plan
Texas Parks and Wildlife AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public input to help inform future management directions of the… Login to continue reading Login…