Tips to buying a health plan – and getting...

Are you looking for health insurance for your family? Some timely shopping tips: If you’re using HealthCare.gov, note these deadlines: You have until December 15 to sign up for coverage that starts January 1. You have until January 15...

Prepare your home in advance of the next winter...

Snow and cold weather resulted in billions of dollars in damage and hundreds of thousands of insurance claims last winter. Tips for preparing your home in advance of another freeze: Get your chimney inspected and cleaned. Creosote buildup...

Report Calls for Community College Funding Based on Student...

Austin, TX — Texas must develop an innovative new model to fund community colleges that rewards colleges for awarding degrees, certificates, and other “credentials of value” that will soon be required in more than 60 percent of the...

Surprise doctor’s bill? You might not have to pay...

A surprise bill from a doctor or other medical provider can be unwelcome. Good news: You might not have to pay it. A new federal law and 2019 state law ban surprise billing in emergencies or when you didn’t have...

Outdoor burning: What to know before you light the...

If you plan to light an outdoor fire this fall, remember to check first with your city and county about burn bans and local fire rules. Check the Texas burn ban map to see county burn ban information maintained...

McDonald’s to host Vet Day

This Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, McDonald’s restaurants across North Texas will honor military servicemen and servicewomen with a free combo meal. Veterans and current members of the military are invited to enjoy their free meal by visiting...

Are you ready?

You already know … Planning for a disaster when a disaster is heading your way isn’t ideal and could be too late. You need to prepare now. Here are some easy steps: Install a weather app on...

Hurricanes predicted? Here are 5 tips to prepare.

Texas and the U.S. could be in for another busy hurricane season, which runs from June through November. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts up to 10 hurricanes. Colorado State University experts forecast 9 hurricanes and they...

Most school districts in Ellis County return to normal-pay...

Waxahachie ISD has returned to its regular lunch and breakfast program after the U.S. Department of Agriculture ended its free lunch programs for all school children as of June 30. The free-for-every student program was started during...

Ennis Chamber of Commerce Trunk or Treat in Partnership...

The Ennis Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Trunk or Treat in partnership with Historic Downtown Ennis (Hay Maze & Pumpkin Patch) for local kids to have safe place to trick or treat at and for businesses to participate in. It...

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This page lists animal shelters, pet groomers, veterinarians, kennels, pet boarding and other...

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