News
True confessions of local Santa helpers
Christmas is almost here, and two local Santa helpers (who will remain anonymous for obvious reasons), are seasonally known as “Santa and Mrs. Claus”. They are busy little bees traveling around and spreading joy throughout Ellis County and beyond.
Business
O’Brien’s Bookshop sets in-store events
O’Brien’s Bookshop in Midlothian has announced a number of in-store events through the holiday season and beyond:
Special Sections
Opinion
Texas Rural Reporter: The best small-town economic vision is to invest in your people
Recently, our city council voted to annex a vacant lot and an agricultural barn into the city limits—believing this project will open the door for new business opportunities. Their intentions are good. But as our community grapples with population loss, the closing of local businesses, and a shrinking tax base, we cannot afford to confuse activity with progress.
Conversations
MISD wins appeal; state ratings increase
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released final 2025 district and campus-level accountability ratings on its website later this week, and changes are expected to be made to the TEA website.
