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Texas high-speed rail project’s federal grant terminated

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced Monday, April 14, an agreement between the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak to terminate the $63.9 million grant awarded to Amtrak under the Corridor Identification and Development (CID) Program for the Amtrak Texas High-Speed Rail

A photo of a Piaggio Ape, a three-wheeled truck made in Italy.

The tuk tuks of Waxahachie

What’s a tuk tuk, you ask? Waxahachie-based Texas Tuk Tuks is happy to share the answer while also visiting with you about their thriving small business that revolves around the importing of Italian-made, three-wheel trucks. Owner Daniel Smith started his business several decades ago, first importing Vespa scooters made

Photo of a ribbon cutting.

Ribbon cutting held for Moral Courage Foundation

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for the Moral Courage Foundation, which exists to inspire and support young people who exemplify strong biblical moral values in their daily lives. Each year, the nonprofit awards scholarships to college-bound students who consistently exhibit moral courage.

AgriLife Extension Service encourages work-life balance

This April, in honor of National Stress Awareness Month, Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is focusing on the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance to reduce stress and enhance well-being. The Impact of Imbalance In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to let work

People are shown using a walking trail.

Celebrate the region’s growing trail network on April 26

It’s the time of year for people to get outside more. Between the nice weather, beautiful flowers and extended daylight hours, people have more of an incentive to do something active in the spring. North Texans may want to meet their friends at one of the many community festivals

Handcrafted wooden drinking vessels at Scarborough Renaissance Festival.

Come shop ‘til you drop at the 11th annual Artisan Showcase at Scarborough Renaissance Festival this weekend!

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (April 7, 2025): April 12 & 13, come shop ‘til you drop at Scarborough Renaissance Festival’s Artisan Marketplace! This weekend’s 11th annual Artisan Showcase Weekend is the perfect time to discover 200+ shoppes filled with extraordinary handmade treasures and be amazed by the authentic

Bluebonnet Market postpones opening to Saturday, April 12

The city of Ennis has announced that the opening of its Bluebonnet Market (farmers market) has been postponed to Saturday, April 12. Bluebonnet Market, which is an open air gathering, was slated to open this Saturday at its location starting in the 100 block of N. Dallas St. and extending