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$10.9 million in grants awarded to North Texas, DFW area veteran service organizations

$10.9 million in grants awarded to North Texas, DFW area veteran service organizations

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott recently announced that Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling more than $10.9 million were awarded to 37 organizations in the North Texas and Dallas-Fort Worth area (including Ellis County) as part of the Texas Veterans Commission’s (TVC) Grants Across Texas presentations. Administered

Texas economy expands faster than nation in 2nd quarter 2025

Texas economy expands faster than nation in 2nd quarter 2025

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength of Texas’ robust economy as new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) shows the Texas economy growing at a faster rate than the nation as a whole. The state’s real gross domestic product (GDP) expanded in

TCEQ recognized as a Veteran Employer of the Year

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has been awarded a Veteran Employer of the Year award by the Texas Veterans Commission. Named in the Large Government Entity category, the award recognizes businesses and organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to employing veterans and leading effective veteran initiatives. TCEQ has doubled

Photo of a ribbon cutting.

Ribbon cutting held for Fritz Realty Group

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting celebrating the new location of Fritz Realty Group at 201 E. Main St., Suite 107, Waxahachie.

Auto show banners at the State Fair of Texas.

Texas Auto Show unveils 2026 vehicle lineup at the State Fair of Texas

DALLAS – Buckle up for the 2025 Texas Auto Show! Thursday’s Media Day press conference lineup included big announcements from top manufacturers. Since 1913, the auto show has been an important part of the State Fair of Texas, and the Fair is proud to continually provide an engaging environment where

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.