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EPT presents 'Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors' starting Oct. 10

EPT presents 'Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors' starting Oct. 10

Tickets are on sale now for Ennis Public Theatre’s next production, “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors.” Directed by EPT’s Markus Baldwin, the play is described as “a comedic twist on the Dracula legend, perfect for Halloween with spooky fun and laughs. In the treacherous mountains of Transylvania, a

Photo of a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Ribbon cutting held for Nward Journey

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Nward Journey and Stan Lewis, Executive Director with Maxwell Leadership Certified Team, offering leadership and professional development programs.

Secretary of state announces expedited services for business filings

Secretary of state announces expedited services for business filings

AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced the launch of Texas Express, a tiered series of expedited services for business filings that will start October 1. The initiative is designed to provide faster turnaround times for Texas businesses seeking critical filings, allowing companies to operate at the pace of

A ceremonial bill signing ceremony.

Abbott signs laws to expand Texas’ career training programs

FORNEY — Governor Greg Abbott recently ceremonially signed House Bill 20 and House Bill 120 into law to expand career and technical education opportunities for students across Texas. “Career training is a game-changer for our students, for our state, and for our employers,” said Governor Abbott. “A four-year college degree is

Photo of a ribbon cutting.

Ribbon cutting ceremony held for John Houston Homes

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for John Houston Homes as it celebrated the opening of its new model home in Levante, located at 109 Lana Garden Way in Waxahachie.

Texas Workforce Commission offers no-cost adult education and family literacy services

Texas Workforce Commission offers no-cost adult education and family literacy services

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission recently celebrated Adult Education and Family Literacy Week to highlight the importance of adult education and family literacy programs for people and communities in Texas. “Our adult education and literacy programs provide accessible and supportive pathways for adult learners to gain the skills they need

Volunteers at a gravestone preservation workshop.

Registration open for fall workshops on historic gravestone preservation

Those interested in learning more about best practices in the cleaning, leveling, and repairing of historic gravestones are encouraged to sign up for a workshop in Henderson County this October. Two workshops are being held near Athens, with both locations about 1.5 hours from Waxahachie. “Cemetery preservationists use special