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TSTC instructor brings practical experience to classroom

RED OAK – Doug Vidler of Cleburne enrolled in Texas State Technical College’s Industrial Systems Technology program to further his career while working for steel producer Gerdau in Midlothian.  Now, he is an Industrial Maintenance instructor at TSTC, passing on his knowledge not only to TSTC students, but also to

Farmers market vendor: SnapIt Towels

All her life, Rose Wise of Lancaster has helped people find solutions, which include the specially-designed towels she sells at her booth at the Waxahachie Farmers Market. SnapIt Towels saw its inception when the pandemic struck. Wise was recently retired from a 30-year career as an insurance adjuster when a

CPSC warnings ahead of hurricane season

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers along the Atlantic seaboard and the Gulf of America about deadly hazards that often emerge after major storms, including carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from portable generators,

Gold, silver, bronze: TSTC's North Texas campus celebrates SkillsUSA Texas success

RED OAK – Three students from Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus recently received medals at the 2026 SkillsUSA Texas Postsecondary Leadership and Skills Conference in Corpus Christi. “I am incredibly proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students at the recent competition,” said Marcus Balch, provost of

CPSC recalls - May 28

1. Recalls WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. Walmart Recalls Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Violates Mandatory

Ozone Action Day: Thursday, May 28 & Friday, May 29

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Thursday, May 28, and Friday, May 29. 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

Farmers market vendor: Strawberri Lemonade

Each Saturday, sisters Emily and Marka Manthei are on hand to share their artistic talents with the public through their booth at the Waxahachie Farmers Market. Emily does caricatures while Marka does face painting under the banner of Strawberri Lemonade. They’ve been a part of the market for two

Ennis Main Street program awarded national accreditation

The city of Ennis recently announced that its Main Street program has been recognized as an Accredited Main Street America program for 2026. “This is the highest national recognition awarded to Main Street program and it highlights the incredible dedication of our staff, board, volunteers, business owners, and community partners

Army veteran finds new appreciation for education at TSTC

RED OAK – U.S. Army veteran David Eastep of Crandall was hesitant to get his college degree until he took a fellow veteran’s advice and enrolled at Texas State Technical College. “He started going to school here and was telling me about it,” Eastep said. “I came up and

Arabella residents staying busy with their flower garden

RED OAK — The first flowers of the year are in the ground at Arabella of Red Oak, where residents took advantage of mild Texas spring weather to get outside, get their hands dirty, and open the season with a planting session. The hands-on gardening brought neighbors out to plant, water,

WSA to host Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra in season finale May 30

The Waxahachie Symphony Association hosts the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra as its season finale at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at the Hagee Center, Nelson University. “Rediscover the romance of classical music with an enchanting program by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra,” a spokesman said. “[The orchestra] closes

Farmers market vendor: K-9 Cowboy Treats

“Cowpoke Freshies” and “Chuckwagon Chews” are just some of the delectable delights K-9 Cowboy Treats has offered at its booth since joining the Waxahachie Farmers Market in November. “This is my first year selling,” said owner Leslie John of Ennis, who staffs the booth with her daughter, Tricia Skrivanek. Other

Important reminders for the May 26 primary runoff

AUSTIN – Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today reminded eligible voters that Election Day for primary runoff elections is Tuesday, May 26, and encouraged Texans to prepare for the polls.    “Voting is one of the most important rights and responsibilities of citizenship,” said Secretary Nelson. “As Texans head to the

CPSC recalls – May 22

1. Recalls WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Asbestos Exposure; Imported by The Orb Factory