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Stay safe on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend: Drive sober and responsibly

St. Patrick’s Day is a time of celebration, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times on the road due to impaired driving. As revelers prepare to enjoy the holiday, the Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is reminding everyone to make responsible choices

Waxahachie Wonders Walking Group kicks off at Waxahachie Senior Center

The Waxahachie Senior Center announces the launch of the Waxahachie Wonders Walking Group, a new movement initiative aimed at promoting fitness, socialization, and overall well-being for seniors in the community. The group officially kicked off on Thursday, March 6, and will continue to meet at 10 a.m. every Tuesday

Glenn Heights mayor appointed to two National League of Cities member councils

GLENN HEIGHTS – Glenn Heights Mayor Sonja A. Brown has been appointed to two National League of Cities member councils. Her first appointment is to the NLC 2025 Small Cities Council for a one-year term to develop and guide programs among local elected officials from similar communities. NLC President Steve Patterson,

Governor Abbott releases plan to cut red tape for small businesses

Governor Abbott releases plan to cut red tape for small businesses

Governor Greg Abbott has released the Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council comprehensive report with their recommendations to cut unnecessary government bureaucracy that create barriers to small business success in Texas. “Small businesses are the very backbone of the Texas economy,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas is the top state for

Texas Workforce Commission programs for businesses

Whether you run a small business, a mid-sized company, or a large corporation, TWC is here to support you through programs and services as you build your business. * TWC’s Skills for Small Business program offers help for businesses with fewer than 100 employees by funding training to upskill their

Texas unclaimed property holder webinars in 2025

Texas unclaimed property holder webinars in 2025

The Comptroller’s office is pleased to offer free educational training webinars for holders of unclaimed property. The webinars will focus on unclaimed property reporting requirements for general business entities, local government agencies (cities and counties), financial institutions (banks and credit unions), electric and telephone cooperatives, oil and gas companies,

Waxahachie chamber honored by Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas

Waxahachie chamber honored by Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas

Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas recently held its Empowering Excellence Awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of its partners and individuals who’ve helped advance the region’s workforce development. The annual event highlights contributions that shape the economic landscape and create opportunities for North Central Texas residents, with