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Active covid cases remain above 450

Waxahachie Sun (Local News) 7/4 3:40P From STAFF REPORTS

As of Friday, July 1, the Sun estimated the number of active COVID-19 cases in Ellis County at 484, an increase of 32 from the week before. In making its calculation, the Sun...

Government meetings the week beginning Monday, July 4

Waxahachie Sun (Local News) 7/3 6:31P

The following government meetings are scheduled the week beginning Monday, July 4:

New budget calls for tax cut while adding services and positions

Waxahachie Sun (Local News) 7/1 7:53P By ANDREW BRANCA andrew@waxahach

The proposed 2022-23 fiscal year city budget looks to lower the property tax rate by a half-cent, while adding additional services, facility improvements, and additional...

Fuller takes on new role as fire marshal

Waxahachie Sun (Local News) 7/1 7:40P By ANDREW BRANCA andrew@waxahach

After more than 18 years of service, Brent Fuller has stepped into a new role at the Waxahachie Fire Department by serving as its fire marshal. Fuller replaces John Rodgers,...

4th of July Safety Tips Everyone Should Follow

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 7/1 12:38A Bubble Life

The 4 th of July or Independence Day is one of the most popularly celebrated national holidays in the United States. At the time of reading this blog, you or a close friend is likely planning a...

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Educational First Steps Adds Five New Board Members With Two Joining As Officers

My Sweet Charity 7/4 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

The board of North Texas’ Educational First Steps has five new board members, two of whom will serve as officers. Gail Stoke* Libby Manning* Danielle Hunter* Joining Board Chair Gail Stoke , Treasurer...

Cristo Rey Dallas’ Grow The Grove Guests Cheered Past And Present Champions Of Education

My Sweet Charity 7/4 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep took over the Perot Museum Of Nature And Science for its 6th Annual Grow The Grove on Friday, May 6, with cheerleaders, students and a crowd of multi-generation...

Amazon June Best Sellers

Brighton the Day 7/2 5:00A Brighton Keller

Back again with another month of Amazon best sellers! June was filled with amazing summer favorites like these beach towels that come in a bunch of colors and this pink...

Summer bedding refresh + 4th of July savings with The Home Depot

The Decor Diet 7/2 4:30A The Decor Diet

It’s officially summertime and if you haven’t refreshed your bedroom or guest room to accommodate the warmer temperatures, don’t fret because it’s not too late! It’s actually the perfect time for a...

Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place

My Sweet Charity 7/1 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

This Fourth of July is a holiday that most grownup kids dream of — a four-day holiday in the middle of summer. Okay, so today isn’t officially a day off, but most folks are cutting out early if they...

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Waxahachie ISD Hires Lopez to Lead Indian Baseball Program

News & Announcements Waxahachie ISD 6/23 9:30A

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Rhinos + Winery = Rhinory: New Fredericksburg Winery Makes a Splash in Rhino Conservation and at...

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 12:32A Shelly Wilfong

The exterior of Rhinory. Landscaping coming soon! A fateful experience on a 2016 trip to South Africa gave Craig Stevens and Chesney Castleberry a heart for rhino conservation. While observing the...

2022 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/30 11:24P Jeff Cope

The results have been released from the 2022 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition which was held June 21-23, 2022. Our own writer Shelly Wilfong made the trip to the Finger Lakes and helped...

Encork Wine Preserver Review

Texas Wine Lover 6/30 12:33A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. We at...

2022 TEXSOM Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/28 8:31A Jeff Cope

The 2022 TEXSOM Awards were judged May 15-17, 2022. The Awards garnered over 2,000 entries representing 24 countries and 14 U.S. states. Entries were blind-tasted and judged by 40 renowned tastemakers...

Wintergrass Vineyard and Winery

Texas Wine Lover 6/28 12:37A Neal Addy

Question: What happens when you take a guy with a passion for wine and flair for DIY, a gal with the same passion and great marketing and business skills, and turn them loose on a piece of farmland in...

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Red, white and two!

Krystal Schlegel 7/1 5:02P krystal

For Lake s 2nd birthday we did a Red, White and Two theme in our backyard! It turned out so cute right before July 4th and we got to share the party with our sweet friend Colette! Lake and her friends...

HAPPY NINE YEAR CANCERVERSARY TO ME

The Middle Page 7/1 2:45A Cathy Williamson

Happy Friday and happy nine-year cancerversary to me! I am so blessed to be healthy and alive! I can t believe it s been nine years. In some ways, it seems like yesterday, and in other ways, it seems...

Sale Finds I’m LOVING!

The Sister Studio 6/30 2:56A Jennifer Reed

Happy *almost* Friday, and last day of June, and 4th of July weekend! Before we kick off our long weekend with family and friends, I wanted to send out my Newsletter. There are some good promos...

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2022 Preview

Color and Chic 6/29 1:02P Hoang-Kim

June NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 1 Marled Funnel Neck Sweater Shop 2 Funnel Neck Sweater Shop 3 Slip Pillowcase Shop 4 Plaid Mule Shop 5 Allsaints Dalby Jacket Shop Shop All Shop Shop Shop Shop Shop...

ORGANIC COTTON DRESS FOR HOT TEMPS

The Middle Page 6/28 3:04A Cathy Williamson

ORGANIC COTTON DRESS FOR HOT TEMPS Hi, everyone! I had a whirlwind twenty-four hours flying to Nashville on Saturday and back home on Sunday. Being there for my friend s son s wedding reception/gender...

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Griner sends letter to President Biden pleading for his help

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/4 11:50A Associated Press

In a letter she said she feared she may never return home and asking that he not “forget about me and the other American Detainees.”

C.J. Noland basketball camp

Waxahachie Sun (Sports) 7/3 5:57P

The first “It’s Up” basketball camp hosted and created by Waxahachie High School alumnus C.J. Noland takes place July 16. Registration is under way for the camp, which is free...

TPWD stresses importance for boaters to ‘Clean, Drain, and Dry’

Waxahachie Sun (Sports) 7/3 5:01P TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMEN

AUSTIN – The holiday weekend offers numerous opportunities for Texans to enjoy the summer sun and water during the heart of boating season. Now more than ever, the Texas Parks...

Calhoun 2 HRs, Pérez wins 7th straight as Rangers beat Mets

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/3 7:30A Associated Press

The Rangers beat the New York Mets 7-3 on Saturday.

TPWD accepting 2022-23 drawn hunt permit applications

Waxahachie Sun (Sports) 7/1 7:22P TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMEN

AUSTIN – New opportunities and scenery are available to hunters this fall through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s drawn hunt permits program, now accepting...

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$30M Fully Furnished Modern Mansion Is Idaho’s Most Expensive Home

realtor.com® Real Estate News 7/4 4:00A Tiffani Sherman

Realtor.com Idaho’s most expensive home is far from your typical lake lodge. It’s a modern masterpiece now available for $30 million. “It’s a style of home you wouldn t expect to find in North Idaho....

7 Genius Hacks for a Humble Plastic Kiddie Pool You’ll Swear By This Summer

realtor.com® Real Estate News 7/4 1:00A Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Photos by The Spruce / Adrienne Legault / catchmyparty.com / Getty Images Truth: I ache for an in-ground pool at our old farmhouse in upstate New York. The summers there can be scorching, and with...

9 Fun, Easy, and Safe Ways To Build Community Spirit

realtor.com® Real Estate News 7/4 12:00A Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Getty Images Many of us have spent the past two years and change hunkering down at home—often to the point that we barely know what our neighbors look like anymore. But now...

Sky-High Listing Prices Are Finally Starting To Come Back Down To Earth

Forbes Real Estate 7/3 7:11A Brenda Richardson, Senior Contri

The Fed's historic mortgage rate hike put a damper on home buyer activity.

Waterfront Home In Naples, Florida Sells For A Record $62 Million

Forbes Real Estate 7/2 3:41P Brenda Richardson, Senior Contri

The estate's prime location amazes and delights at every turn.

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Lactation expert sees new moms sticking with breastfeeding amid baby formula shortage

Spectrum Local News Health 7/2 7:00A Amber Hughes

Breastfeeding can be challenging. But with a shortage of baby formula some moms are sticking with their own supply.

Overturning Roe v. Wade: How it could impact IVF fertility treatments

Spectrum Local News Health 7/1 1:38P Samantha-Jo Roth

Some worry that abortion laws could hinder people using IVF to start or grow their families.

Fourth of July fireworks can be triggering for those with PTSD. Here's how to help

Spectrum Local News Health 7/1 5:40A Sachelle Saunders

A doctor offers ways to help.

Report: 2 new monkeypox cases identified in Dallas County

Spectrum Local News Health 6/23 3:13A Antoinette Odom

Health officials report two new cases of monkeypox in Dallas County, stemming from international travel.

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Easy Vegan Coleslaw

Love and Lemons 7/4 4:32A Jeanine Donofrio

This easy vegan coleslaw is the perfect side dish for a summer cookout, picnic, or BBQ. It tastes just like classic coleslaw, but the ingredients all happen to be 100% plant-based. A creamy, sweet,...

Ulcerative colitis: symptoms, causes and treatment

Live Science 7/3 11:58P

Ulcerative colitis is a complex digestive disease that presents in a variety of different ways, making it difficult to diagnose. Although we do not know what causes ulcerative colitis, it is thought...

The Best Steak Marinade

Joyful Healthy Eats 7/3 11:00P Krista

The Best Steak Marinade made with aromatic herbs, tamari sauce, balsamic vinegar and a touch of honey. This sauce makes your beef unbeatably tender, juicy and flavorful after marinating for 30...

Ice Cream Cake

Love and Lemons 7/2 3:21A Jeanine Donofrio

It s the start of a long summer weekend what better way to celebrate than with a homemade ice cream cake?! Until I started making this ice cream cake recipe, every slice of ice cream cake I d ever...

Fresh Mango Salsa

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/30 11:00P Krista

Fresh fruit, succulent veggies and flavorful seasonings make this Spicy Mango Salsa a super refreshing condiment that packs a punch of tropical goodness. Whether you use it as a dip for chips, a...