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Medicare 101 seminar at Red Oak library canceled
The Red Oak Public Library has canceled its Medicare 101 seminar that had been scheduled for September 18.
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Waxahachie JV volleyball plays at North Crowley High School Sept. 15
Waxahachie ISD's girls JV volleyball team plays at North Crowley High School on September 15 at 5:30 p.m., according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Waxahachie volleyball plays at North Crowley on Sept. 15
Waxahachie High School's girls varsity volleyball team plays at North Crowley High School on Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m., according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Hot, dry weekend forecast for North and Central Texas
The National Weather Service forecasts above-normal heat, dry conditions and isolated storm chances for North and Central Texas this weekend into next week.
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Waxahachie 9th grade volleyball team to play in Wylie tournament
Waxahachie ISD's 9th grade white volleyball team plays in a tournament at Wylie High School on Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m., according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Waxahachie volleyball hosts Mansfield High School
Waxahachie High School's girls varsity volleyball team plays Mansfield High School's Lady Tigers on September 11 at 5:30 p.m., according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Red Oak library closed Saturday for Founders Day
The Red Oak Public Library will close Sept. 19 so staff can join the city's Founders Day celebration at Watkins Park.
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Waxahachie freshman volleyball hosts Mansfield on Sept. 11
Waxahachie ISD's 9th Grade white volleyball team plays Mansfield High School's Lady Tigers at home on Sept. 11.
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Waxahachie freshman volleyball hosts Mansfield on Sept. 11
Waxahachie ISD's 9th Grade Green volleyball team faces Mansfield High School's Lady Tigers at home on Sept. 11.
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Waxahachie JV volleyball to host Mansfield on Sept. 11
Waxahachie High School's JV volleyball team hosts Mansfield High School's Lady Tigers on Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m., according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Midlothian Chamber to host 'A Night United' fundraiser Sept. 17
The Midlothian Chamber of Commerce will hold 'A Night United' at the Waxahachie Civic Center on Sept. 17 to benefit United Way and local nonprofits.
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Voter registration deadline is Oct. 5 for November elections
Ellis County says Oct. 5, 2026, is the last day to register or update voter records before the Nov. 3 general and special elections.
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Waxahachie JV cross country to compete at Legacy meet
Waxahachie ISD's junior varsity cross country team races at the Legacy XC meet on Sept. 11 in Burleson.
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Waxahachie varsity football plays at Denton Guyer Sept. 10
Waxahachie ISD's varsity football team travels to Denton Guyer High School for a 7 p.m. game on September 10.
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Ellis County Commissioners Court to gather for treasurer's swearing-in
A possible quorum of Ellis County commissioners will attend Lauri Hartley's swearing-in as county treasurer Thursday.
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Heritage of Heroes event featuring Battle of the Bulge veteran canceled
A Heritage of Heroes event with a Battle of the Bulge veteran and the Commemorative Air Force was canceled, with a possible October reschedule, according to the Waxahachie Sun.
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Waxahachie varsity tennis defeats North Crowley High 19-0
Waxahachie High School's varsity tennis team beat North Crowley High 19-0 on Sept. 1.
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Waxahachie volleyball set to face Rockwall in varsity matchup
Waxahachie High School's girls varsity volleyball team was scheduled to play Rockwall High School's Lady Jackets on Sept. 1 at Waxahachie High School, according to Waxahachie ISD Athletics.
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Ellis County closes development and engineering offices for the day
Construction activity prompted a same-day closure of two Ellis County departments on Aug. 31, 2026.
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Waxahachie JV tennis to play at North Crowley on Sept. 3
Waxahachie ISD's coed JV tennis team travels to North Crowley High School on September 3 at 4 p.m.
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Waxahachie lake parks open for Labor Day weekend with new capacity limits
Boat Dock and Spring parks stay open Sept. 5-7 with new parking caps and closures once full, the city said.
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Ellis County salary grievance committee to meet Friday
Ellis County Salary Grievance Committee meets Aug. 28 at 4 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse in Waxahachie.
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Commissioners quorum possible at county treasurer's funeral services
Ellis County says a quorum of its Commissioners Court may attend visitation and funeral services this weekend for County Treasurer Cheryl Chambers.
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Red Oak ISD board to meet Monday
The Red Oak ISD school board holds its regular meeting Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. at the district's Education Service Center.
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Midlothian sets budget and tax rate public hearings
City Council will hold public hearings Aug. 25 and Sept. 8 on the FY 2026-27 budget and a proposed tax increase.
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Old Town paving continues through Aug. 21, no road closures expected
Midlothian's Old Town Road Rehab Project moves into its paving phase this week, with no closures but possible short delays.
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Red Oak ISD's state rating rises to 78
Red Oak ISD's 2026 state accountability score rose to 78 from 77, with gains in achievement and progress scores.
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Jury selections cancelled for Aug. 14 and 17
Ellis County has cancelled jury selection for August 14 and 17, 2026.
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Perseid meteor shower was expected to peak Aug. 12–13 under dark skies
NASA said the Perseids would peak the night of Aug. 12 into the early morning of Aug. 13, with a new moon keeping skies dark and as many as 50 to 100 meteors an hour possible in good conditions.
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Red Oak ISD school board to meet Aug. 17
The Red Oak ISD school board will hold its regular meeting Monday, Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. at the district's Education Service Center in Red Oak.
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Ellis County approves 2026-2027 employee holiday schedule
Ellis County Commissioners Court approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 paid holiday schedule for county employees.
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Midlothian begins FY 2026-2027 budget and tax rate process
The City of Midlothian has started its process for adopting the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and tax rate.
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Waxahachie planning commission meeting scheduled for Aug. 11
The Waxahachie Planning & Zoning Commission holds a regular meeting Aug. 11 at the Civic Center.
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Registration deadline set for Midlothian theatre camp
The City of Midlothian says Aug. 20 is the last day to register for a one-day theatre camp on Sept. 5.
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Classic Cars Around the Crossroads: August Cruise-Ins and Car Shows
Four August gatherings give Ellis County car enthusiasts opportunities to see classic vehicles in Waxahachie and Midlothian.
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Waxahachie Firemen's Relief & Retirement Fund Meets August 10
The public meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at Waxahachie Fire Station No. 1, with the official agenda packet available online.
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Welcome to Ellis Crossroads: Local News for Three Growing Cities
A new hyperlocal publication is taking shape for readers in Waxahachie, Midlothian, and Red Oak.
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Midlothian ISD Bond Projects Move Forward with Roof Work at High School
The first visible construction from the 2025 bond package is underway at Midlothian High School.
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How to Send Ellis Crossroads a Useful Local Story Tip
A good tip includes the people involved, the city, a clear date, and a source that can verify the information.
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What Ellis Crossroads Covers — and What It Leaves Out
Phase 1 stays focused on useful local reporting instead of trying to become another general-interest news portal.
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A Practical Guide to Road Updates Across the Ellis Crossroads
The three-city area depends on I-35E, US 287, and US 67, making clear and timely road information especially useful.
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WISD Readies Students with Operation 1st Day & Clear Bag Policy
Waxahachie ISD is highlighting its Operation 1st Day school-supply effort and a new clear bag policy for district events.
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Amrize Advances Major Expansion at Midlothian Cement Plant
Amrize says it is increasing production capabilities at its Midlothian plant as part of a $900 million companywide investment plan for 2026.
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I-35E and FM 664 Construction Brings Red Oak Detours
TxDOT says drivers should expect periodic lane shifts, detours and occasional nighttime closures at the FM 664 interchange.