Waxahachie approves 3,170-acre community developement project

 WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie City Council approved a proposal by Minto Communities USA to develop a new master-planned community in Waxahachie.“The 3,170-acre community will be the largest residential and mixed-use development in the area,” according to a news release from Minto.

High-speed chase results in 17-year-old’s arrest

 ALMA – Alma Police assisted the Corsicana, Ennis and Rice Police Departments, Navarro County Sheriff’s Department and Ellis County agencies on Thursday, Jan. 29 in the search for a stolen vehicle out of Corsicana.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: I will take things that make me scratch my head for $1 billion

 This week’s research is looking into the pivotal year 1913 in United States history.In 1913, the Federal Reserve Act established the central bank and a new money system to take control of the money in the US.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: A ride up high to a nostalgic mountain

 Welcome to the “Front-Porch.

OUT TO PASTOR: Punxsutawney Phil is no politician – or is he?

 Growing up in Pennsylvania, one of my yearly attractions was Punxsutawney Phil.According to the legend, Punxsutawney Phil could predict the future. If he sees his shadow and returns to his hole, it means he has predicted six more weeks of winter-like weather.

Take extra measures to help prevent check fraud

STATEPOINT – The use of checks may be declining, but check crimes are actually on the rise due to new, creative criminal schemes.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 5, 2026)

 Library Lovers Month is celebrated throughout the month of February and is an opportunity to honor the vital role libraries play in communities. It’s a time to celebrate the joy of reading, learning, and discovering all that libraries offer.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (February 5, 2026)

Jasmine Murry of Midlothian was named to the McKendree University’s President’s List for the fall 2025 semester.Justin Cuellar and Elizabeth Penkert of Waxahachie were named to MidAmerica Nazarene University’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester.

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (January 18 – 23)

Chalupa, Kenneth, 35, unl carrying weapon, DWI.Garcia, Alberto, 22, unl carrying weapon, DWI/open alch container.Brundige, Randall, 37, DWLI enhanced, tamper w/government record.Ramos, Juan, 31, theft prop <$2,500 2/more w/prev conviction, warrant other agency.Bailey, Dustin, 35, DWI.

WILMER ARRESTS (January 25 – February 1)

Harris, Trayvion, 22, poss marij <2oz, unl carrying weapon.Jones, Kevin, 24, poss marij <2oz, unl carrying weapon.Rooks, Doretha, 22, poss marij <2oz.Hernandez, Aldo, 24, warrant arrest other agency.Dudley, Kendrea, 32, poss marij <2oz, poss marij <2oz.