Texas History Minute: Henderson led push for Texas to join the Union
James Pinckney Henderson may not have been one of the most famous of early Texas figures, but his actions were perhaps some of the most important.
September 2025
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Texas Rural Reporter: The death of bipartisanship in Texas
Don’t get it wrong, I am a Republican and have been an active member of my party since I was first able to vote. Some may try to call me a RINO — whatever that is supposed to mean — but I will put my Republican credentials up against anyone, and my record will speak for itself.
DQ treats seniors to summer sweetness
A local Dairy Queen turned an ordinary summer day into a celebration for residents at Legacy Oaks of Midlothian.
Ken Ansell: A church isn't a team without a playbook
I had coffee with another pastor not too long ago and I have other friends in the ministry and the stories they tell are crazy. It’s like, do we all have the same playbook (the Bible). Do we all know what Christianity is about?
MISD dominates James Smith Invitational
The grounds of MISD Multipurpose Stadium proved to be a showcase for both the Midlothian and Heritage boys’ and girls’ cross country teams, as each claimed a team championship at the annual James Smith Invitational on Thursday, Aug. 28.
Lady Panthers fall just short in upset bid
After a break-even weekend in the Grapevine-Colleyville Heritage Classic, the Midlothian Lady Panthers returned to the friendly confines of MHS Arena on Tuesday night and got involved in a marathon five-set battle with Class 6A No. 2-ranked Mansfield High before finally dropping a 16-25, 25-22, 25-11, 32-34, 20-18 decision.
Stephenville too stout in Jags' debut
The Heritage Jaguars have developed an annual rivalry with Stephenville over the last few years, but on Friday night the visiting Yellow Jackets brought to Don Floyd Field at MISD Multipurpose Stadium a squad that could challenge for another state championship in its division. Jackets quarterback Trot Jordan passed for 195 yards and three touchdowns — including a 55-yard flea flicker on their first play — and the Jaguars could get very little going on offense against a stout Stephenville defense in a 28-7 loss to open the 2025 season for both teams.
Cedar Hill pulls away in MHS opener
CEDAR HILL — For more than a half in Friday night’s season-opener, the Midlothian Panthers held their own against a Class 6A Cedar Hill team rebounding from a down year in 2024.
MISD climbs in Best High Schools rankings
Midlothian ISD announced last week that Heritage and Midlothian High Schools have been ranked among the top 40 percent Best High Schools for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report.
Harrison announces for reelection to Texas House
State Rep. Brian Harrison, a battle-tested conservative and former senior Trump official, announced his reelection campaign for House District 10 and that President Trump, who’s repeatedly praised Harrison’s work, is…