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Ozone Action Days: Monday-Thursday, Sept. 15-18

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Monday, Sept. 15; Tuesday, Sept. 16; and Thursday, Sept. 18. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing

A ribbon cutting photo.

Ribbon cutting held for David Weekley Homes

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for David Weekley Homes located at 221 Wintergreen Dr., Waxahachie in the new master-planned community, Myrtle Creek.

DHL Nike – Hutchins honored for its work in employing individuals with disabilities

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has announced the 2025 winners of the Lex Frieden Employment Awards (LFEA) for their commitment to hiring and supporting the employment of individuals with disabilities. An area honoree was DHL Nike, which has a distribution facility in Hutchins. DHL Nike was honored as the medium employer

A ribbon cutting photo.

Ribbon cutting held for Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Navarro College – Waxahachie

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for the new Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Navarro College - Waxahachie, located at 1900 John Arden Drive.

Photo of a ribbon cutting.

Ribbon cutting for Navarro College cosmetology program

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for the new cosmetology location at Navarro College - Waxahachie, located at 1900 John Arden Drive, Building A.

A legislation-signing ceremony.

Abbott signs rural health sustainability legislation

AUSTIN — Governor Abbott delivered remarks Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals (TORCH) fall conference in Austin and ceremonially signed House Bill 18 and House Bill 3000 into law to improve healthcare in rural Texas. “The hardworking people in rural Texas provide the food, fuel,

Governor‘s executive order on hemp product sales to minors

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order, directing the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), the Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to take immediate action to protect Texas children from hemp-derived products, while respecting federal law and protecting the liberties of responsible

New foods announced for 2025 State Fair of Texas

New foods announced for 2025 State Fair of Texas

DALLAS – September 10, 2025 – The State Fair of Texas is known for taking culinary creativity to new heights, and 2025 is no exception. Fairgoers have the opportunity to taste all of the finalists of the Big Tex Choice Awards and decide if they agree with the judges’ selections for “Best

Governor, first lady announce inaugural Texas Women’s Leadership Conference

Governor, first lady announce inaugural Texas Women’s Leadership Conference

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott have announced the inaugural Texas Women’s Leadership Conference (TWLC) to promote the insights, skills, and professional networks that empower professional women to thrive in Texas. Hosted by the Governor’s Commission for Women and First Lady Cecilia Abbott, the 2026

Ozone Action Days: Thursday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 12

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Thursday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 12. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of

Ribbon cutting held for Blue Magpie Consulting & Mediation and The Listening Place

Ribbon cutting held for Blue Magpie Consulting & Mediation and The Listening Place

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Blue Magpie Consulting & Mediation and The Listening Place, which are located at 1626 U.S. Highway 287 Business, Suite 107, in Waxahachie.

Texas” Free College Application Week set for Oct. 13-19

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) have announced Free College Application Week will be Oct. 13-19, 2025. "Texas prioritizes opportunities for students to pursue the best education they need to succeed in high demand, good-paying jobs after graduation," said Governor Abbott. "

TCEQ: Ozone Action Day on Thursday, Sept. 4

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution

Governor highlights new laws that went into effect Sept. 1

Governor highlights new laws that went into effect Sept. 1

PRESS RELEASE – AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott recently celebrated the implementation of several landmark bills passed during the 89th Regular Legislative Session that go into effect September 1. These laws reflect several legislative priorities the Governor worked closely with members of the House and Senate to pass and sign into law.