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Texas named America's top business climate three years running

Texas named America's top business climate three years running

AUSTIN — Site Selection Magazine has named the state of Texas as America’s Top Business Climate for the third year in a row. “Texas once again emerges as the national champion for the top business climate in America,” said Gov. Greg Abbott said in a press release. “As the eighth-largest

Abbott appoints Lewis of Ovilla to state advisory committee

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Joshlin “Josh” Lewis of Ovilla and Michael Lucci of Leander to the Texas Advisory Committee on Geopolitical Conflict for terms set to expire on Sept. 1, 2027. The committee is established to develop state security strategies and policies before a geopolitical conflict occurs and

Photo of the Texas capitol building.

Texas reports 3 million-plus active business entities

AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott and Secretary of State Jane Nelson recently announced that Texas has exceeded 3 million registered businesses — a record high that marks a significant milestone in the state’s ongoing economic growth, the two state officials noted. In fact, the mark is more than double the number

Ribbon cutting photo.

Revive Aesthetics & Wellness ribbon cutting held

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a fifth anniversary ceremony for Revive Aesthetics & Wellness, a luxury med spa and wellness center offering a variety of services, located at 1002 Legacy Ranch Road, Suite 102, in Waxahachie.

Zarate announces run for Ellis County district clerk

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT – Jennifer Zarate, a sixth-generation Texan and Waxahachie resident, has announced her candidacy for Ellis County District Clerk. She will be on the ballot in the upcoming Republican primary election in March of next year. Zarate is running to provide efficiency, transparency and accountability. As our community grows, so

Buford announces campaign for U.S. Congress in Texas’ 6th District

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT – James Buford, a pastor, businessman and community leader with more than 30 years of service, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Texas’ 6th Congressional District. Running as a Republican, Buford is committed to upholding conservative principles in Washington and ensuring government reflects

Harrison announces for reelection to Texas House

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT – State Rep. Brian Harrison, a battle-tested conservative and former senior Trump official, announced his reelection campaign for House District 10 and that President Trump, who’s repeatedly praised Harrison’s work, is endorsing him. Brian has been acclaimed by conservative leaders like Sen. Ted Cruz, who said, “Brian