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David Hill vs. Darrin Robinson

Isaiah Shields hopes to find his purpose by walking the streets of America

Local rancher and philanthropist donates $500 to Waxahachie’s Sims Library

Dr. G. Warren Smith II, president of Southeastern Louisiana University in 1986-1995, died Dec. 26, 2021, in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. He was 80 years old.

Some residents and council members are OK with Waxahachies proposed tax rate. Others say keeping it the same will hurt residents financially.

Waxahachie Daily Light National Library Week began on April 4 and librarians from Waxahachie and Red Oak shared their love for their jobs and reading when they celebrated National Librarian Day on April 6.  According to the America Library Association, the theme for National Library Week was “Welcome to Your Library,” which promotes the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a building – and that everyone is welcome to use their services. National Library Day honors li...

Waxahachie Daily Light On Dec. 8, Nicholas P. Sim Library closed their doors temporarily to the public, due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. However, community members are still able to check out books and get involved with reading challenges and events hosted by the Library through virtual means.  "Curbside Pickup and After Hours Locker Pickup will remain available. We apologize for the inconvenience; the safety of our patrons and staff are our first priority," shared the Sims Faceboo...