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In August of 2027, the Waxahachie Independent School District will open its second public high school, Waxahachie Creek, which will serve up to 3,200 students. Located on the southern end of town near Lake Waxahachie and just east of I-35, the WISD approved the mascot and school colors after a year of consideration.

Greater Ennis Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a candidate forum at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, at the SPJST Lodge. The 120-minute session will take place at 1901 E. Ennis Avenue, approximately a mile east of I-45.

Campaigning for the Ennis area County Commissioner seat in Precinct 2 is Matthew Zajic. A lifelong local resident, the 30-year-old is a farmer and rancher.

City of Ennis staff and commissioners have been called to a special meeting on Tuesday, January 6, at the behest of City Manager Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer and Economic Development Director Miriam Castillo.

Unscripted format set for Jan. 16, Legacy Hall

Nearby Rice Independent School District, just 10 miles south of Ennis, has enjoyed one of its best years on record. Not only did they earn an “A” rating from the Texas Education Agency, but the high school was recognized as one of the top high schools in the nation by US News and World Report.

Theatre Rocks, Ennis Public Theatre open in Feb.