Waxahachie Media Group serves all of Ellis County. Its publications include the Waxahachie Daily Light and its sister weekly, Midlothian Mirror.
Community matters. Accountability expected. The Waxahachie Daily Light serves all of Ellis County. Its publications include a sister weekly, Midlothian Mirror, along with Destination Ellis County, Ellis County Business Journal, Varsity Sport & Spirit and The Ellis County Trading Post. The Daily Light and Midlothian Mirror are the official newspaper for the Cities of Waxahachie, Midlothian, Ovilla,
Maypearl, Italy and Venus, as well as for Waxahachie, Red Oak, Midlothian, Maypearl and Italy ISDs. RULES OF CONDUCT:
- Avoid profanity and lewd or degrading language (As well as any language that is intentionally malicious, libelous or offensive to others) and images.
- Don’t lie.
- Don't post political ads.
- Threats of harming anyone will not be tolerated in any way.
- Treat others like you would want to be treated.
- We would love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article.
- Keep discussions going, but keep them healthy. Consequences: Comments breaking any of these rules will be deleted or hidden, and are judged on a case by case basis. Repeat offenders may be banned. NOTE: Comments may also be pulled for publication. Letters to the editor are not endorsements. Staff columns are not endorsements of the entire newsroom.
11/13/2024
The Waxahachie Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a specific use permit for a 7-Eleven at Broadhead Road and Garden Valley Parkway. Nearby residents are concerned about the possible impact a gas station would have so close to homes and a school.
The Waxahachie Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday recommended approval of a specific use permit (SUP) for a 7-Eleven convenience store with gasoline sales at the northwest intersection of Broadhead Road and Garden Valley Parkway.
11/13/2024
A Waxahachie High School teacher/coach was honored for saving a student's life.
Chris Roark, [email protected] James Westbrook is happy a meeting lasted longer than it should have. It likely allowed him to save a student’s life. Monday,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
11/11/2024
Ellis County honors its veterans at annual ceremony
Chris Roark, [email protected] As Sarah Gauna observed the American Veterans Traveling Tribute on Saturday, she became emotional. It was a reminder of the loss she… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Thirty years after a woman disappeared in Waxahachie, police continue to investigate
Chris Roark, [email protected] It’s been 30 years since a Waxahachie woman left her home to go see a friend, never to be heard from again.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
With Veterans Day a week away, The Daily Light wants to know about your military service. Head over to https://www.waxahachietx.com/category/news/ to take our Veterans Day poll on the right side of the page.
10/25/2024
Waxahachie celebrates opening of Tom Thumb
Chris Roark, [email protected] It was a party-like atmosphere outside the new Tom Thumb grocery store in Waxahachie on Friday morning. And why not? The store’s… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
10/21/2024
Hope Health will open its new facility Oct. 28
Staff report Hope Health Ellis County will open its new facility at 572 Coleman St. (off of Farley Street) on Oct. 28, relocating its Waxahachie… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
10/21/2024
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day set for Oct. 26
Staff report On Saturday local law enforcement, Reach Council and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Residents weigh in on recreational needs in Waxahachie during open house
*Editor’s note: This story has been updated to provide more information on the residents’ priorities at the open house event. Chris Roark, [email protected] Janna Condor… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/27/2024
Tom Thumb officially announces the date it will open its store in Waxahachie.
Chris Roark, [email protected] Tom Thumb announced Friday it will be opening its Waxahachie store on Oct. 25. The 59,000-square-foot store, which is located at 180… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/20/2024
The city of Waxahachie wants your feedback on a possible new recreation center.
Chris Roark, [email protected] The public is invited to share their ideas on what they would like to see in a possible sports and recreation facility… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/18/2024
Autistic student from Waxahachie shares his story of perseverance with others who have disabilities
Chris Roark, [email protected] Tyler Russell knows first-hand the challenges that can come with having autism. But he also knows with the right support those challenges… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/13/2024
Following school threats across the state and North Texas, WISD and WPD are encouraging proper sharing of information.
Chris Roark, [email protected] Some recent online threats made against schools across the state have prompted police and school leaders in Waxahachie to urge students and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/13/2024
WISD unlikely to pursue plan for ninth-grade campus following updated growth projection numbers and cost estimates
Chris Roark, [email protected] Waxahachie ISD likely won’t be pursuing a ninth-grade campus after all. During Monday’s WISD Board of Trustees meeting, trustees said they are… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
09/06/2024
Cleanup Closet to help residents keep Waxahachie beautiful
Chris Roark, [email protected] Keep Waxahachie Beautiful (KWB) and the city of Waxahachie’s Parks and Recreation Department are teaming up to provide needed supplies for those… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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Since 1867, the Waxahachie Daily Light has served all of Ellis County. Its publications include a sister weekly, Midlothian Mirror, along with Destination Ellis County, Southern Draw and The Ellis County Trading Post.
The Daily Light and Midlothian Mirror are the official newspaper for the Cities of Waxahachie, Midlothian, Ovilla, Maypearl, Italy and Venus, as well as for Waxahachie, Red Oak, Midlothian, Maypearl and Italy ISDs.
Though owned by GateHouse Media, the Waxahachie Daily Light and Midlothian Mirror are ran — in entirety — by local individuals: from the daily content, accounting, advertising and beyond.
RULES OF CONDUCT:
- Avoid profanity and lewd or degrading language (As well as any language that is intentionally malicious, libelous or offensive to others) and images.
- Don’t lie. - Don't post political ads.
- Threats of harming anyone will not be tolerated in any way.
- Treat others like you would want to be treated.
- We would love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article.
- Keep discussions going, but keep them healthy.
Consequences: Comments breaking any of these rules will be deleted or hidden, and are judged on a case by case basis. Repeat offenders may be banned.
NOTE: Comments may also be pulled for publication. Letters to the editor are not endorsements. Staff columns are not endorsements of the entire newsroom.
