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Blue Ribbon News 3/21 4:30A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (March 21, 2026) Across communities everywhere, spring means one thing: kids are back outside riding bikes, scooters, and exploring their neighborhoods again. For many families, it’s a simple joy of childhood the freedom to ride down...

Friends of Rescue Animals receives grant from PetSmart Charities in preparation for National...

Blue Ribbon News 3/21 4:23A Melanie M

Local PetSmart stores will host adoptable pets March 23-29 as part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week Rowlett, TX (March 21, 2026) Thanks to a grant from PetSmart Charities, Friends of Rescue Animals (FRAS) will help more cats in the...

Area briefs: Blood drives, dog stroll and more

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/20 3:48A Chris Roark

Staff report Carter BloodCare will host three blood drives in Waxahachie next month, beginning with one April 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary...

Carry the Load walk set for May 23 in Waxahachie

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/19 3:08A Chris Roark

Chris Roarkcroark@cherryroad.com Residents across Ellis County can honor veterans this Memorial Day weekend by participating in a first-time event in Waxahachie. The Rotary Club of Login to continue...

Red Oak welcomes new police chief

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/13 11:35A Chris Roark

Staff report On Monday night the city of Red Oak held a meet-and-greet, swearing-in and pinning ceremony for newly appointed Police Chief Adrian Tijerina. Tijerina’s Login to continue reading Login...

Bevers case to be discussed March 26

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/12 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report The Texas Justice Tour, a statewide live true crime series produced by Rogue Media Network, will visit O’Brien’s Bookshop in Midlothian on Thursday, Login to continue reading Login Sign...

AgTexas Farm Credit Services returns patronage to member-owners following strong year

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/11 8:57A Chris Roark

Staff report AgTexas Farm Credit Services, a member-owned agricultural cooperative serving producers in 43 counties across Texas, is distributing patronage checks to its members following Login to...

JURY SELECTION CANCELLATION

Ellis County, TX - News Flash 3/11 5:43A

JURY SELECTION AT THE ELLIS COUNTY CIVIC CENTER HAS BEEN CANCELED FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026. THANK YOU FOR YOUR WILLINGNESS TO SERVE.

Area briefs: Dog Stroll, Walks-A-Hachie Architectural Stroll and more

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 3/10 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report Flying B Animal Rescue & Sanctuary and the Rotary Club of Waxahachie are presenting a dog stroll from 8:30 a.m. to noon April Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Five people in custody after police chase from Ellis County to FW ends in crash

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 2/26 7:52A Hannah Jones

A police chase that started in Ellis County came to a crashing end in West Fort Worth. According to the Ellis County Sheriff s Department, a deputy observed a vehicle shooting from the roadway near FM...

Blood drives scheduled in Ellis County

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/25 1:00A Chris Roark

Staff report Texas mother Kayla Watts felt prepared to welcome her fourth child. She was not prepared, however, for complications that required immediate medical intervention, Login to continue...

Waxahachie pauses plan for North Grove Park, instead considers helping to expand YMCA outdoor...

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/17 5:27A Chris Roark

Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The city of Waxahachie is pausing its plans for a park in the North Grove development and will focus on something city Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

Authorities investigate incident involving special education teacher, student at Clift Elementary

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/17 5:10A Chris Roark

Staff report Waxahachie ISD issued the following statement Tuesday morning regarding an investigation involving a now former special education teacher and a student at Clift Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up...

Waxahachie’s first golf simulator offers high-tech experience for serious, casual players

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/17 1:59A Chris Roark

Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie’s first golf simulator offers high-tech experience for serious, casual players Brian Holley knows all too well the frustrations that can come Login to...

Early voting begins Tuesday for Primaries, state propositions on ballot

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 2/16 3:00A Chris Roark

Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Early voting for the Republican and Democratic Joint Primary Election begins Feb. 17. Early voting times are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Login to continue reading Login Sign up...