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It's Election Day! Polls are open until 7 p.m.

It's Election Day today, Tuesday, Nov. 4. In addition to the state constitutional amendments up for vote, several entities in Ellis County are also holding elections on other matters. You may vote at any of the vote centers. The polls close at 7 p.m. As of Nov.

Tickets available for the 250th Marine Corps birthday gala on Nov. 10 at the civic center

The Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment invites the public to join it in celebrating the 250th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps on Monday, Nov. 10, at the Waxahachie Civic Center. The formal attire, ticketed event will be held from 6-11 p.m. and will include a cocktail

Free webinar offered: Business Setup 101 – Registration & Structuring for Success

The Office of the Texas Governor will host a small business-oriented webinar online from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Presented by the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, the online event, “Business Setup 101 – Registration and Structuring for Success,” is intended to help both prospective and existing small business

Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival to host Dallas Mythics this Saturday

Tickets are going fast for the All-New Scarborough's Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival admission and Add-On Attractions, so visitors are encouraged to buy their tickets now before they sell out. Don't miss the Fall Fun at the Hollow! Scarborough’s Hollow is open Saturdays now through November

Wilmer receives $25,000 from QTS Data Centers for community fire safety support

WILMER, TX – The City of Wilmer recently received a $25,000 donation to the National Fire Council on behalf of the Wilmer Fire Department from QTS Data Centers. QTS is well known for their community involvement in Wilmer. Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta said, “This generous donation continues the QTS Data

2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest opens for entries

DALLAS – It’s time to hang up Big Tex’s old boots and design a new pair! The 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest officially kicks off today, Oct. 22. In 2023, Big Tex got a brand-new pair of custom Lucchese Bootmaker boots, designed by previous contest winner Jessica Bonilla

Ribbon cutting held for Traditions Health

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting celebrating Traditions Health, which offers hospice care and home health. The agency is located at 371 Solon Road, Suite 100, in Waxahachie.

Birdwell nominated for assistant secretary of Defense position

Retiring state senator, Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, whose Senate District 22 includes the western portion of Ellis County, has been nominated to serve on the federal level as an assistant secretary of Defense by President Donald Trump. Birdwell’s name was included on a list of nominations and appointments released Oct.

State Fair of Texas wraps its 2025 run, sets dates for 2026

DALLAS – The 2025 State Fair of Texas has come to a close – yet the memories made this season continue to shine across the Lone Star State. During its 24-day run, the 2025 State Fair welcomed an estimated 2 million people through its gates, each adding their own story to a

Important reminders about early voting, which starts Oct. 20 for the constitutional amendment election

AUSTIN —Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds Texans that in-person, early voting starts Oct. 20 and runs through Oct. 31 for the Nov. 4 Election.   “Early voting is an opportunity to cast your ballot ahead of Election Day at a time and place that may be more convenient for

The magic and mischief continue into the second weekend  of Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival

On Saturday, October 18th, the magic & mischief continue into the second weekend of the ALL-NEW Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival, bringing new entertainment and a fun competition for visitors to enjoy along with 5 stages of live entertainment, the kids’ activities, an artisan village, seasonal attractions, and a

Scarborough’s Hollow – A Fall Fantasy Festival holds ribbon cutting

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting celebrating the new Scarborough's Hollow – A Fall Fantasy Festival, which runs Saturdays through Nov. 15 and also on Halloween night. The themed entertainment venue is located at 2511 Farm-to-Market 66 in Waxahachie.

State Fair of Texas wraps up Sunday, Oct. 19; Free Student Ticket Program extended

DALLAS –The State Fair of Texas has expanded the validity of its free student admission tickets for the 2025 season to include the fair’s final weekend, which concludes this Sunday, Oct. 19. Tickets are distributed to students in pre-K through 8th grade within a 100-mile radius of Fair Park,

2025 Chamber of Commerce Week recognized in Texas

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently celebrated the vital role Texas chambers of commerce play in strengthening local communities to create a bigger, better Texas for all by proclaiming Oct. 13-17 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Texas.  “Texas’ thriving entrepreneurial spirit is the driving force behind our state’s economic