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Abbott announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Lancaster

Abbott announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Lancaster

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the City of Lancaster, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission. “Congratulations to Lancaster on earning the Film Friendly Texas designation and joining more than 175 other

Scarborough Renaissance Festival performers in action.

Come live the fantasy at Scarborough on May 3-4

May the “4th” be with you and come Live the Fantasy and celebrate Spring at Scarborough Renaissance Festival® (Scarborough Faire®) this weekend – May 3 & 4, 2025. Cosplay fans, Cottagecore, DC, Marvel, Anime, Steampunk, and fantasy enthusiasts of all kinds; this weekend is just for you with fantasy costumes being

Emergency Supplies Tax-Free Weekend this Saturday-Monday

Emergency Supplies Tax-Free Weekend this Saturday-Monday

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) are encouraging Texans to participate in this year’s Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday starting Saturday, April 26, through Monday, April 28. “Having emergency supplies on-hand is one of the best ways Texans can keep themselves and their

A bird of prey in flight.

Vikings, barbarians to take over Scarborough on April 26-27

Come be a part of the invasion of the Viking & Barbarians this weekend at Scarborough Renaissance Festival® (Scarborough Faire®)! The invasion is all in fun, of course, as the weekend is filled with themed special events such as costume contests, the Stein Holding competition, tug o’wars, and the

Texas labor market added 26K jobs in March

Texas labor market added 26K jobs in March

AUSTIN ⎯ Texas’ economy continued its strong performance in March, with the labor market achieving record highs in both total jobs and the size of the civilian labor force. Texas added 26,500 positions over the month to reach a total of 14,282,600 nonfarm jobs. The state added 192,

A photo of Scarborough Renaissance Festival royalty cheering above the front gate.

All things Celtic and Easter celebrations this weekend at Scarborough

Scarborough Faire® (Scarborough Renaissance Festival®) invites you unleash your inner Celt and enjoy Easter celebrations during Celtic & Easter Weekend April 19 & 20. There will be Celtic themed competitions and special Celtic performances, a daily Easter Egg Stroll for the kids, and an authentic Renaissance Easter Service on Sunday.

Extension Service promotes mindfulness during National Stress Awareness Month

As part of National Stress Awareness Month this April, Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is highlighting the benefits of mindfulness as an effective tool to reduce stress and enhance overall well-being. What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment, without