Texas History Minute: A golf legend with Waxahachie ties
. Texan Byron Nelson was a legend in sports. In the 1940s, he was the most successful golfer in the world, never losing his faith… Login to continue reading Login…
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Ellis County residents pursue SCLC Chapter
Staff report On Juneteenth, the day celebrated as the end of slavery, Jamal Rasheed, president, CEO and founder of the Ellis County African American Hall… Login to continue reading Login…
Onward Road bridge closed for repairs
Staff report The Onward Road bridge between Tar Road and Mockingbird Lane has been heavily damaged and is closed for repairs. Signs of the closure… Login to continue reading Login…
Midlo Memo
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryoad.com A calendar of events in the Midlothian and surrounding areas. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to send meeting and event notices to… Login to continue reading Login…
Westside Preserve apartments denied again
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryoad.com A specific-use permit for a proposed multifamily development in the Westside Preserve neighborhood was unanimously denied by the Midlothian Planning and Zoning… Login to continue reading Login…
MISD names Rue interim superintendent
Staff report The Midlothian ISD Board of Trustees began the transition process last Monday night, June 19, by unanimously naming Dr. Karen Rue as interim… Login to continue reading Login…
'Let Freedom Ring' theme of parade
Staff report The City of Midlothian’s Park Board invites the community to a freedom-filled parade to be held on Saturday, July 1, 10 a.m., stepping… Login to continue reading Login…
MISD board talks supe search, taxes
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryoad.com The imminent departure of superintendent Jo Ann Fey and the process to begin finding a replacement for her were the focuses of… Login to continue reading Login…
City Council flips switch on new Oncor center
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryoad.com An Oncor Electric Delivery distribution center was approved by the Midlothian City Council last Tuesday evening in Mayor Justin Coffman’s first full… Login to continue reading Login…
County updates rabies vaccinaton rules
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryoad.com Rabies vaccinations for animals in Ellis County will now be valid for up to three years, as the Ellis County Commissioners’ Court… Login to continue reading Login…