Legacy Oaks seniors learn with new chess group
Checkmate Tuesdays are officially on the agenda at Legacy Oaks of Midlothian.
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Local students graduate from University of Texas
AUSTIN — The University of Texas at Austin proudly celebrates the accomplishments of more than 9,000 spring 2025 graduates.
The role of diet and exercise in stroke prevention
This National Stroke Awareness Month, the Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is focusing on the critical role that a healthy diet and regular exercise play in preventing strokes.
Le Freak delights a new-and-improved downtown
The 8th Street Dance made its return to downtown Midlothian Saturday night, after a two-year hiatus due to construction.
New program to help keep families together
A new, voluntary program called Resilient Families has officially launched to help families on the verge of separation due to mental and behavioral health challenges.
Midlothian Library summer programs kick off on June 1
People of all ages are invited to “Color Our World” with the Midlothian Public Library this summer with their summer reading program, June 1 through July 31.
Recognizing the signs of a stroke can save lives
In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month this May, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is urging the community to learn the critical signs of a stroke using the BE FAST method.
Ellzey introduces bill to boost workforce
In response to the nation's escalating labor shortages, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors, Representative Jake Ellzey (TX-6) will formally introduce the Apprenticeship Infrastructure Tax Credit Act of 2025 in the coming days.
County to consider new animal shelter bid
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court will need another two weeks to finalize its efforts to establish a new animal sheltering service for the county. After almost an hour of discussion during Tuesday’s regular bi-weekly meeting, the court voted unanimously to cancel a bid award to So, Fetch Safe Haven and reissue a revised request for proposals that reduces the scope of the county’s involvement.
TxDOT to hold public meeting on FM 663 work
The Texas Department of Transportation is taking the first steps toward improving one of Midlothian’s busiest and most congested thoroughfares.