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City of Ennis announces road closures related to Bluebonnet Festival

(Updated April 13: This article has been updated to remove what were previously identified as zone 5, 6, 11, and 12 closures. The closures that remain in effect are listed below). In support of the Bluebonnet Festival and associated activities, the city of Ennis will undertake a series of temporary

Texas’ job growth outpacing the nation's

Texas’ job growth outpacing the nation's

AUSTIN ⎯ Texas added 40,100 nonfarm jobs in January to reach a total of 14,379,500 positions. Over the year, the state added 112,200 jobs for an annual nonfarm growth rate of 0.8 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.6 percentage points. Texas’ civilian labor

Abbott: Texas hits historic high for new jobs

Abbott: Texas hits historic high for new jobs

AUSTIN ‒ Governor Greg Abbott is celebrating the strength and resilience of the Texas economy as the state gained 40,100 nonfarm jobs over the month of January and hit a new historic high of 14,379,500 total jobs. “Texas is where free enterprise flourishes and opportunity abounds,” said Governor

Texas AG launches initiative relating to solar panel system sales

AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a major initiative to crack down on companies who sell solar panel systems and are engaging in fraudulent and deceptive practices. As part of the initiative, Attorney General Paxton has issued Civil Investigative Demands (“CIDs”) to a number of companies such as Freedom

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Ennis’ Bluebonnet Trails underway; festival slated for April 17-19

The annual Bluebonnet Trails are underway in the city of Ennis, with the monthlong celebration of the state of Texas’ official wildflower ongoing through April 30. This year’s festival will be held Friday-Sunday, April 17-19, in the city’s historic downtown. The trails, which were founded and

Local farmers markets offering vendor opportunities

Local farmers markets offering vendor opportunities

The Waxahachie Farmers Market has several special activities planned for Saturday, April 4, including a visit from the Easter Bunny! Market hours are from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with the market located at 701 Howard Road. The market is currently wrapping up its winter season, which runs November-

Two girls in themed attire at Scarborough Renaissance Festival.

Scarborough Renaissance Festival opens 45th season Easter Weekend

Families looking for a unique way to celebrate Easter weekend can step back in time when Scarborough Renaissance Festival opens its 45th season April 4 and 5, 2026, with festive holiday traditions, immersive entertainment and a full day of family-friendly adventure. Easter weekend visitors can enjoy an Easter Egg