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Update: TCEQ issues Ozone Action Day alert for Wednesday, May 14

Update: TCEQ issues Ozone Action Day alert for Wednesday, May 14

After previously issuing an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Monday, May 12, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has now issued one for Wednesday, May 14. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for

A photo of a dog at a festival.

Waxahachie festival announces Go Texan as its lead sponsor; vendor, food applications open

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, the Texas Department of Agriculture, and the city of Waxahachie have announced their sponsorship of the 2025 Crossroads of Texas Go Texan Country Festival, which will again serve as a celebration of Lone Star State talent, agriculture, heritage, creativity, and community. “For a quarter of

Photo of John Wray.

County commissioners appoint John Wray to fill Judge Little’s vacancy

During a special meeting on Tuesday, May 7, Ellis County commissioners voted 4-0 to appoint former state Rep. John Wray (R-Waxahachie) to fill the county judge seat beginning May 15, when Judge Todd Little will vacate the position. As a state representative, Wray had served House District 10, which includes

A photo of the Ellis County Central building.

Ellis County Central open house slated for 1-5 p.m. Friday, May 9

Ellis County will host a community-wide open house for its newest facility, Ellis County Central, from 1-5 p.m. Friday, May 9. Ellis County Central is located at 302 N. Monroe St. in Waxahachie. Free tours of the facility will be available for county officials and staff, media, and members

Preventing strokes: Addressing the top risk factors

Did you know that up to 80% of strokes are preventable? During May, which is National Stroke Awareness Month, the Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is highlighting the most common stroke risk factors and how to take action to reduce them. “By addressing these key risk

Free car seat inspection event at Ennis Regional Medical Center

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, in partnership with Ennis Regional Medical Center, will offer a free car seat inspection event from 4-6 p.m. Friday, June 6, in the hospital parking lot, 2201 W. Lampasas St., Ennis. “This event is a great opportunity for caregivers to get

HHSC shares health resources during second annual Healthy Texan Week

AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission kicked off its second annual Healthy Texan Week, May 5-11, by highlighting resources for helping Texans embrace healthy living. “During the second annual Healthy Texan Week, Texans are encouraged to go out and take control of their health,” said Gov. Greg Abbott.