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EMPOWER Champions Foster Parents for National Foster Care Month in May

Get a FREE Hungr-Buster On National Burger Day May 28 At A DQ Restaurant in Texas Via The DQ App

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Top Stories: ➊ – SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!??? (Sunday), ➋ – Oklahoma eyes 5th straight national title at Women’s College World Series (Monday), ➌ – Christian Walker's walkoff 2-run homer lifts Astros over Mariners 5-3 (Monday), ➍ – Paige Bueckers returns to Connecticut hoping to get her first win as a pro (Tuesday), ➎ – Stars need more production from their stars to avoid elimination against the Oilers (Tuesday)

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DAR presents award to local volunteer

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 5/29 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report The Rebecca Boyce Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented the Community Service Award to Jill Wadsworth for her contribution to Login to continue reading Login Sign...

Sample Ballot

Ellis County, TX - News Flash 5/22 4:52A

View your sample ballot for the June 7, 2025, City of Mansfield Runoff Election.

Early Voting for City of Mansfield Runoff Election – June 7, 2025

Ellis County, TX - News Flash 5/22 4:47A

Early voting begins May 27-31, June 2-3, 2025, and Election Day is on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Sample ballot, polling location information at the below link.

TxDOT makes case for FM 663 widening project

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 5/22 1:00A Chris Roark

Natalya Shelton Daily Light contributor The Texas Department of Transportation held an in-person public meeting May 15 to discuss its proposal to widen Farm-to-Market 663 Login to continue reading...

City says bills could impact project funding, development standards

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 5/21 5:01A Chris Roark

Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The 89th Texas Legislature is winding down, but there are still several bills that could pass and be signed into law, and Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

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Texas A&M University College of Dentistry shares 5 surprising foods good for teeth

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/30 2:00A Stephanie Patrick

Carrots, celery and apples are known teeth-friendly foods that scrub away plaque, stimulate saliva production and help fight against bad breath and decay. However, eating them every day is dull unless...

Summer Outfit Inspiration

Tanya Foster 5/29 7:18A Tanya Foster

Let's talk summer outfit inspiration. Summer is here, which means lots of travel and outdoor events. I am definitely looking forward to lots of pool time, patio cocktails and dinners al fresco. We...

EMPOWER Champions Foster Parents for National Foster Care Month in May

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/28 2:38A Culver Public Relations

May is National Foster Care Month , a national initiative led by the Childrens Bureau to raise awareness about foster care and recognize the dedication of families, foster parents, child welfare...

Shelton Announces 2024-2025 Staff SPARK Awards

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/28 12:09A Lisa Kresl

Three Shelton teachers and five Shelton counselors received the 2024-2025 Shelton Parents' Association Recognition Kudos (SPARK) Award at the May 23 Shelton End-of-the-Year Staff Appreciation...

Inside the 44th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 10:58P Susan Friedman

The 44 th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala was a night where cowboy boots and big-hearted bidding came together in a spirited celebration that still has Dallas buzzing. On April 25, Gilleys Dallas was...

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Wine and Birthday Flowers: A Texas Birthday Win

Texas Wine Lover 5/31 3:26A Gus Hall

Imagine a Texas birthday: a warm Austin evening, a bottle of local red on the table, and a stack of roses stealing the show. That’s the kind of gift that hits different, one...

Dodies Rockwall offers up a flavor-packed Fathers Day celebration

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/30 12:31A BRN Media

Dads deserve an unforgettable celebration and Dodies Cajun Diner located on the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall has the menu and a view to make his day great! With Cajun specialties of Shrimp...

Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation

Texas Wine Lover 5/29 10:13A Jeff Cope

Villas I had always wanted to stay at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa , where the villas are nestled right alongside the winery, brewery, restaurant, and spa. I first got a...

Get a FREE Hungr-Buster On National Burger Day May 28 At A DQ Restaurant in Texas Via The DQ App

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 5/27 12:19A Mary Jane Coker

DQ® restaurants in Texas are serving up a sizzling offer on National Burger Day that is too good to miss: a FREE Hungr-Buster® with any $2 purchase , exclusively through the DQ® App, available only...

4R Ranch Winery Campsite Named One of the Top Vineyard Camping Experiences in the US by Hipcamp

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 4:19A Jeff Cope

Press Release 4R Ranch Vineyards and Winery Campsite, a scenic retreat nestled in the rolling hills of the North Texas Hill Country, has been recognized by Hipcamp , the...

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Amazon WINNERS ?

The Sister Studio 5/30 4:07A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! I hope everyone had a wonderful week and has fun plans this weekend. We ve been soaking up the first week of summer break and it s been so, so nice! I updated my Amazon...

THE FLAT SANDAL WE LOVE FOR SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/30 12:52A Cathy Williamson

Stylish Summer Sandals: Our Take on Veronica Beard Via Metallic Flat Slide Sandals Summer is the perfect time to showcase chic footwear that combines comfort and style, and what better way to do that...

SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!???

The Sister Studio 5/25 4:17A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday my friends! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend my kids are officially on summer break now, and I can t get over how fast this year flew by. We re soaking up the weekend...

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Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers to miss at least 2 games while in WNBA's concussion protocol

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/31 3:10A Associated Press

Bueckers won’t play in Dallas’ home game Saturday against the Sky, or at Seattle on Tuesday night.

Gaylor ends a decorated career

Sports- Waxahachie Daily Light 5/28 11:00A Bill Spinks

Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryroad.com After more than five storied decades in coaching, including 28 at Waxahachie High School, longtime coach Lonnie Gaylor is finally calling it Login to continue...

Jung's run-scoring single in the eighth helps Rangers beat Blue Jays 2-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 2:18A Associated Press

Both teams have had trouble scoring runs. Texas went in last in the AL with 183 runs.

Oilers beat Stars 4-1, take a commanding 3-1 lead in Western Conference final series

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/28 1:50A Associated Press

The Stars are in danger of being eliminated in the West final by the Oilers for the second year in a row.

Paige Bueckers returns to Connecticut hoping to get her first win as a pro

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/27 9:43A Associated Press

Bueckers has never lost at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the WNBA Sun plays their home games.

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Kenyan diplomat turns to Texas for life-saving stroke care

Spectrum Local News Health 5/19 4:30A Brian Scott

In the growing field of stroke rehab, it's a combination of a physical and mental approach to undo the damage of a life-changing emergency.

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/29 11:00P Krista

I call this recipe for Balsamic Vinaigrette the staple because I make it so often, it s definitely a staple in my home! It s easy to whip up and the sweet, tangy flavor brings out the best in any...

Challenge Butter Ditches Traditional Sticks for Pre-Portioned Cubes

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:49A Andi Reis

Challenge Butter is revolutionizing the dairy aisle with individually wrapped, cube-shaped portions containing exactly four tablespoons each - a response to research showing...

Nina Dobrev Just Bought You a Drink—Here’s the Finnish Summer Sip Everyone’s Buzzing About

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:33A Wil Vistal

Nina Dobrev went full baller this Memorial Day, dropping $500K to treat 50,000 fans to Finnish Long Drinks. Missed it? Here’s why this drink’s still the summer MVP. The post...

Easy Mixed Berry Pastries Recipe – Flaky Puff Pastry with Fresh Summer Berries ?

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:01A Andi Reis

I'm sharing my foolproof mixed berry pastries recipe that transforms simple puff pastry and fresh berries into bakery-worthy individual desserts. The post Easy Mixed Berry...

How to Make Iced Coffee

Love and Lemons 5/29 3:08A Jeanine Donofrio

Iced coffee is my favorite way to start a warm spring or summer day. Sorry, hot coffee—when the temps are high enough, only the iced stuff will do. In the last few years, iced...