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A view of the Hope Health Waxahachie campus building.

Hope Health to host grand opening March 29 at its new Waxahachie facility

Hope Health will host a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, March 29, to celebrate its new Waxahachie facility, offering a reception and tours. The ceremony will take place from noon-3 p.m.; the event will include a ribbon cutting with area chambers of commerce at noon and opportunities to share

TxDOT to host open house Thursday on SS394 in Waxahachie

TxDOT to host open house Thursday on SS394 in Waxahachie

The public is invited to attend an open house-type meeting relating to the Texas Department of Transportation’s proposed State Spur 394 south of Waxahachie. The proposed roadway would extend 1.7 miles east from I-35E to FM 877 (Howard Road) and is described in a TxDOT notice as having

A photo of volunteers assisting with a free car seat check event in Waxahachie. Courtesy photo.

Free car seat check event at Sims Library helps ensure child passenger safety

A recent car seat safety event hosted by Nicholas P. Sims Library in Waxahachie was a success, helping families ensure their children travel safely. In partnership with the Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M Passenger Safety and KidSafe Initiatives Program, the

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,

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

Judge Little named chief elected official of Workforce Development Board

Judge Little named chief elected official of Workforce Development Board

Ellis County Judge Todd Little was recently appointed to serve as chief elected official of the North Central Texas Workforce Development Board, a 14-county partnership that oversees the planning, oversight, policy guidance, and design of services in North Texas to promote economic growth, opportunity, and a skilled workforce. As the