Midlothian Fire Department incident list
The Midlothian Fire Department responded to the following incidents:
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Worthy of the crown
Living on a farm her whole life, Tommie Worthy knows the value of hard work.
Contemporary realist painter to give demonstration July 7
Vickie Ratliff, an award-winning contemporary realist painter from Midlothian, will give a demonstration at the monthly meeting of The Ellis County Art Association, July 7 at First Baptist Church of Waxahachie, 450 US 287 Bypass. The public is encouraged to attend.
Parade celebrates America, salutes veterans
Midlothian’s Independence Day parade stepped off with a salute to local veterans riding the grand marshal float.
Harrison slams legislative session, pushes for property tax change in special session
State Rep. Brian Harrison didn’t mince words about the 89th Texas Legislative Session when talking to a group of supporters June 27 at a post-session discussion in Waxahachie.
City honors Gerdau for 50 years of service
The nickname Steel City is already taken, but for half a century a major manufacturer has called Midlothian home, employing thousands of local residents over the years. The Gerdau Midlothian Steel Mill is celebrating 50 years as a presence in the city, and the Midlothian City Council on June 24 recognized the company in marking the anniversary.
State Sen. Birdwell won't run again in 2026
Texas state Sen. Brian Birdwell (R-Granbury) announced on Monday that he will not be seeking reelection to a fifth 4-year term, leaving the seat open for the 2026 Republican primary and general election.
Texas Democratic Women host Defend Democracy Demonstration
It was a peaceful and enthusiastic group who turned out for the Texas Democratic Women of Ellis County’s Defend Democracy Demonstration on June 21 at the Ellis County Courthouse.
County court reviews budget asks for 2026
Local governments are in the middle of budget season as they prepare for the start of the new fiscal year in October. Ellis County Commissioners received an update on how their own budget is progressing during Tuesday’s regular bi-weekly meeting.
Preventing pediatric heat stroke in vehicle
As temperatures rise across Texas, the risk of pediatric heat stroke due to children being left in vehicles becomes a pressing concern.