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Waxahachie City Council appoints city's fire chief as its interim city manager

The Waxahachie City Council unanimously appointed Fire Chief Ricky Boyd as the interim city manager following a special meeting Friday. Boyd has served as the city’s fire chief since November 2012. His LinkedIn profile describes him as a “strong protective services professional” and notes that he has a bachelor’

City of Ennis announces phase-out of Ennis Cares Department due to funding constraints

A photo of chickens in a pen at a trades day.

Vendor spots available for Ellis County Poultry Trades Day on Saturday, Sept. 6

Abbott announces agenda for special session to start July 21

Abbott announces agenda for special session to start July 21

City boards and commissions: An opportunity to serve the community

No rivalry here as the Mendoza siblings team up on their pecan and hay farm

No rivalry here as the Mendoza siblings team up on their pecan and hay farm

Waxahachie City Council to hold special meeting Friday to appoint interim city manager

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City of Ennis announces phase-out of Ennis Cares Department due to funding constraints

Ennis, Texas – With deep appreciation for the vital work provided through the Ennis Cares Department, the City of Ennis announces that the department will be phased out e􀆯ective September 30, 2025. This decision is due to the impending loss of the Quality Incentive Payment Program (QIPP) funding stream, as

Abbott announces agenda for special session to start July 21

Abbott announces agenda for special session to start July 21

Recognizing skin cancer warning signs

A photo of Big Tex at the State Fair.

State Fair of Texas announces its food award semi-finalists

Two HVAC students work on a unit.

TSTC students get real-world experience repairing air conditioning on campus

A student is shown working with a piece of diesel equipment technology.

Technology student augments skills, perspective in job at truck dealership

Texas wins 12th Gold Shovel Award for job creation, business investment

Texas wins 12th Gold Shovel Award for job creation, business investment

Staff Reports

A photo of chickens in a pen at a trades day.

Vendor spots available for Ellis County Poultry Trades Day on Saturday, Sept. 6

Ellis County Poultry Trades Day has scheduled its next event for 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Ellis County Expo Center in Waxahachie. Those interested in being a vendor at the popular event are encouraged to email texhenranch@gmail.com. “Join us for an

89th Legislature: Bills affecting employers

Abbott announces $7.3 million in workforce skills training grants

SBA to host webinars on becoming a federal contractor

SBA to host webinars on becoming a federal contractor

School supply collection event slated for Saturday, June 28, at Railyard Park in Waxahachie

School supply collection event slated for Saturday, June 28, at Railyard Park in Waxahachie

Abbott appoints university student regents, including Wochele of Waxahachie

Photo of a swearing-in ceremony.

Ellis County Judge John Wray sworn into office

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Waxahachie City Council appoints city's fire chief as its interim city manager

The Waxahachie City Council unanimously appointed Fire Chief Ricky Boyd as the interim city manager following a special meeting Friday. Boyd has served as the city’s fire chief since November 2012. His LinkedIn profile describes him as a “strong protective services professional” and notes that he has a bachelor’

City boards and commissions: An opportunity to serve the community

No rivalry here as the Mendoza siblings team up on their pecan and hay farm

No rivalry here as the Mendoza siblings team up on their pecan and hay farm

Waxahachie City Council to hold special meeting Friday to appoint interim city manager

Photo of a farmers market vendor.

Mad Dash Mixes and More, a Waxahachie Farmers Market staple for a decade now

Photo of the Ennis Public Library.

Ennis Public Library to showcase its renovations during special event Saturday, July 19

Vendors at a farmers market.

New Dawnz: Artisan soap hobby grows into small business

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