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

Mad Dash Mixes and More has been a staple at the Waxahachie Farmers Market for about a decade now. Owner Julie Copeland is the local seller for Mad Dash Mixes, which range from soups and pasta salads to cheesecake, dips, meat rubs, and cobbler. The mixes help turn dishes into

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

The city of Ennis will host a celebration of the Ennis Public Library’s recent renovations on Saturday, July 19. A special reopening ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., with the festivities including tours, community craft activities, and light refreshments. Located at 501 W. Ennis Ave., and across

Recognizing skin cancer warning signs

Ellis County, TX – Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection can save lives. During UV Safety Awareness Month, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service highlights the importance of recognizing skin cancer warning signs. “Regular self-examinations and dermatologist visits are crucial for

Vendors at a farmers market.

New Dawnz: Artisan soap hobby grows into small business

New Dawnz may be a fairly new business, but its genesis as a purveyor of handcrafted artisan soaps goes back a ways. “I’ve been making body butter for years,” said owner Shericka Ashley of Waxahachie, noting that she came up with her own version to better treat her three

A photo of Big Tex at the State Fair.

State Fair of Texas announces its food award semi-finalists

DALLAS – We’re thrilled to announce that State Fair of Texas concessionaires are off to the races with an exciting new lineup of edible innovations debuting this fall. The semi-finalists for the 21st Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards, presented by Karbach Brewing Company, have been revealed—and this year’s

Two HVAC students work on a unit.

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

RED OAK – When the air conditioning system in the information technology room at Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus needed some repairs, HVAC Technology instructor Jarrod Tawney turned it into an assignment for two standout students, Elijahwah McCowan and Edward Wilds. “One of the goals is it gives

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

Technology student augments skills, perspective in job at truck dealership

RED OAK – After five years in the U.S. Marine Corps, Nathan McDivit decided to join the automotive industry. “I got a job at a (truck) dealership, and under their mentorship, my service manager told me that an associate (degree) is the way to go, and Texas State Technical College