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Ribbon Cutting: Fire Station 4
We were happy to help celebrate the Grand Opening of Fire Station 4 this morning! City of Waxahachie is beyond proud to open this new station. This new facility is the most recent fire station since 2012, and will provide greater coverage for the growing community, especially to the west and south.
Ribbon Cutting: The Arcade & UpDawg Grill
Congratulations to The Arcade & UpDawg Grill on their recent ribbon cutting ceremony! This nostalgic gem features around 40 of the most classic and iconic arcade games and pinballs of the 80s and 90s. Located in the basement of the historic Rogers Hotel at the heart of Downtown Waxahachie, The Arcade boasts a unique and urban atmosphere that takes you back in time to the Golden Age of video games. 100 N College St B101, Waxahachie, TXMon - Thu: 3 PM - 8 PM & Fri - Sat: 12 PM - 11PMTo learn more about The
Ribbon Cutting: Fifteen
We celebrated in style yesterday afternoon withFifteen ! Help us congratulate them on their ribbon cutting and grand opening!Fifteen is a high-end Men's and Women's boutique in downtown Waxahachie. They carry a wide variety of clothing, accessories, gifts and home decor! Fifteen offers FREE in store pickup for local customers. Local delivery for $5 for orders $25 and over for zip codes 75165 & 75167 is another sweet perk. Just order on their website before 3pm Tuesday-Saturday and select “local delivery” at
FREE Wedding Giveaway at Hera's Haven
For immediate release Contact: Lauren Haby, 210-240-1983 Spectacular giveaway wedding in Ellis County, Texas Hera’s Haven, an idyllic ranch wedding and event venue in Italy, Texas, is sponsoring an incredible wedding package for a deserving local couple on Valentine’s Day, 2024. Ranch and venue owner Refel Rushing is an entrepreneur with a heart for his community and a deep desire to share the beauty of his rolling ranchland. The Hera’s Haven Valentine’s Day Giveaway Wedding is the
Ribbon Cutting: Charles Beatty Municipal Services Building
Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated the grand opening of the Charles “Chuck” Beatty Municipal Services Building! Chuck was celebrated with honor this morning with his family, friends and our community. We heard from City of Waxahachie Manager, Michael Scott, Mayor David Hill, and Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Kevin Strength. They all shared the major role Chuck has played in the growth and development with our community. Thank you, Chuck, for your service and dedication to
Ribbon Cutting: Eric Gerard Realty
Welcome Eric Gerard Realty to the Waxahachie Chamber! We enjoyed seeing everyone at your ribbon cutting ceremony this past Friday! Eric Gerard has over 15 years of experience in customer service, finance and real estate. Eric Gerard is obsessed with providing exceptional service to clients, and after years of working in different capacities in customer service, finance and real estate, Eric founded Eric Gerard Realty in 2018. He takes extreme pride in servicing military, school teachers, ministers, and
Ribbon Cutting: Scarborough Car Wash
Congratulations on Scarborough Car Wash on their recent ribbon cutting and grand opening! We are wishing you success and a sparkling future ahead! Scarborough Car Wash takes great pride in providing top-notch services to their customers. They offer a monthly car wash plan starting $19.99 and family plans starting from $31.99. ALL car wash plans are $9.99 for the first 30 days. Get ready for a squeaky-clean experience that will make your car shine! Swing by and check them out. Scarborough Car Wash is located
Ribbon Cutting: South City Athletic Club
Congratulations on South City Athletic Clubfor celebrating 10 years in Ellis County! We helped them by celebrating with a Ribbon Cutting. They are a Christian ministry organization founded and operated by a group of coaches that are as passionate for Christ as they are for sports. South City Athletic Club utilizes youth sports as a tool to reach, train and send players locally and internationally to make a positive difference in their lives, homes, schools and communities. SCAC offers opportunities for
Ribbon Cutting: La Ti Dough & Co. Catering
We had a splendid time celebrating La Ti Dough and Co. Catering by Linda Rodriguez! Help us congratulate them on their ribbon cutting.La Ti Dough Catering by Linda Rodriguez has over 25 years of experience with catering corporate, weddings, and private events. Located here in Waxahachie and will service the DFW Metroplex. With a variety of dishes and services, Linda and her team will create the perfect menu for your event.To learn more, see their contact information below.
Ribbon Cutting: Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Waxahachie
Congratulations to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie for opening the new Heart & Vascular Hospital! The Heart & Vascular Hospital is the area's first hospital dedicated to cardiac care which includes an array of sub-specialists, including interventional cardiologists and vascular surgeons. This 30,000 square foot hospital is located on the first and second floor of the professional office building on the Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie Campus. They offer a wide selection of minimally
Ribbon Cutting: The Flying Axe
We had an axe-travagant time celebrating The Flying Axe with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Help us welcome them to the Waxahachie Chamber! This is Waxahachie's first, and only, premier axe-throwing venue! The Flying Axe provides an exhilarating experience featuring custom lanes, built with dividers that keep any neighboring axes from crossing lanes. Challenge yourself with a selection of custom games and enjoy hours of axe-citement including beverages and snacks.507 N. HWY 77 Suite 610 (Northgate
Ribbon Cutting: Renaissance Rehabilitation & Healthcare
Help us welcome Renaissance Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center to the Waxahachie Chamber! Thank you to everyone who showed their support at their ribbon cutting ceremony! Make sure to check out and “like” their Facebook page for their chance to win an outdoor movie set to benefit their community! Located in Italy, Tx, they offer long-term and short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Renaissance Rehabilitation and Health Center provides compassionate, responsible health care to each of their
Ribbon Cutting: The Abbey Estate Party Oasis
We had a fabulous time celebrating The Abbey Estate with their ribbon cutting! We were able to check out the NEW the gorgeous party pool, outdoor kitchen, covered deck, firepit and air-conditioned party barn. This is a great rental addition for all types of events! Schedule a venue tour and let them help you bring your party vision to life! https://www.theabbeyestate.com
Ribbon Cutting: Sunbelt Rentals
We would like to welcome Sunbelt Rentalsto our Chamber! Congratulations on your ribbon cutting this morning! Sunbelt Rentals has a vast and highly diversified product portfolio that allows you to secure the right tools and equipment needed for your next project. From a single rental to a long-term turnkey solution requiring technical expertise and engineered design, they offer versatility across every phase of your project. Rentals are open for residential or commercial properties. To learn more, see their
Ribbon Cutting: 5 Star Cutz
We would like to welcome 5 Star Cutz to the Waxahachie Chamber! Help us congratulate them on their recent ribbon cutting! 5 Star Cutz is a full-service traditional Barbershop with a modern touch. They specialize in all hair types & provide complimentary straight razor edge ups with all haircuts. 5 Star Cutz offer a hot towel razor shaves for the guys that like a smooth shave. Download their app on your iPhone or android to book your appointment! 1204 Ferris Ave. Ste G. Waxahachie
United Way of West Ellis County 2023 Day of Action
Ellis County, TX (JULY 2023) – The United Way of West Ellis County (UWWEC) hosted its annual Day of Action on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services (PCHAS). On this day, United Way’s across the world mobilize numerous volunteers - community members, local nonprofit agencies, employees of corporate partners - for one powerful day of volunteerism. It is part of United Way’s work to build stronger communities where everyone can thrive. For this year’s Day of Action, UWWEC
Ribbon Cutting: Hometown Farmers Market
We would like to give a shout out to Hometown Farmers Market on their official ribbon cutting! We had a spectacular time celebrating them.Hometown Farmers Market is a new 7 day a week specialty grocery market! They serve fresh produce and products all year long. Hometown Farmers Market is a consignment vendor based grocer. With 50 consignment vendors, you will be able to purchase fresh juice/ fruit bar, fresh beef, fresh poultry, fresh produce, eggs, salsa, jams, pickled veggies, homemade sweets, homemade
Ribbon Cutting: Jamaica Best Jerk Center
Help us welcome to the Waxahachie Chamber, JamaicaBest Jerk Center! We enjoyed celebrating them yesterday afternoon with their official ribbon cutting! Stop by and try their delicious authentic Rasta Pasta, Curry Chicken, Island Cabbage and so much more! You can place an order online as well through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grub Hub. This is your place for the best Jamaican food! 2578 S. HWY US 77 (Just three miles south of the Waxahachie Senior Center, on Hwy 77 S, just past FM 55!) (682) 719- 9271
Ribbon Cutting: First Texas Homes
We enjoyed our morning at First Texas Homes! We celebrated them joining our chamber with a ribbon cutting! First Texas Homes has been building quality homes in Texas for over a quarter-century. Their unique approach to homebuilding incorporates in-house architectural planning that includes unparalleled design flexibility. First Texas Homes takes great pride in their customer service and ensuring total satisfaction by involving the buyers in every step of the building process. Tours of their model home
Ribbon Cutting: 7 Brew Coffee
Help us welcome and congratulate 7 Brew Coffee on their ribbon cutting this morning! 7 Brew is a drive-thru coffee shop revolutionizing the coffee industry! 7 Brew prioritizes cultivating kindness and joy with every drink through service, speed, quality, energy and atmosphere. They believe kindness and joy are contagious! Those values have driven 7 Brew and the Waxahachie team to invest in the community by generously donating $2,000 to the Waxahachie High School Band! Make plans to swing by and grab
Ribbon Cutting: Baylor Scott & White Surgicare Waxahachie
We are thrilled to congratulate Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie Surgicare Center on their recent grand opening and ribbon cutting! The new Baylor Scott & White Surgicare Center performs a broad range of outpatient surgical procedures. This center features 3 operating rooms and 2 procedure rooms. The Surgicare Center has state-of the art equipment that allows surgeons to perform procedures in the specialty areas of Colon & Rectal, ENT, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, GYN, Ophthalmology,
Ribbon Cutting: Steople Group
Help us congratulate Steople Group with Senior Consultant, Pari Smart, MBA on her Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! At Steople Group, their top five services are leadership assessments and coaching, high-performing team programs, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, employee resilience and burnout prevention programs, and strategic vision and planning. Their core values as a company are to be real, create trust, be courageous, find the fun and be a difference maker! Steeple Group builds genuine, authentic
Ribbon Cutting: Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Congratulations to Tropical Smoothie Cafe on their Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening! We appreciate everyone coming out to celebrate!Tropical Smoothie Cafe makes eating better easy breezy with fresh, made-to-order smoothies, wraps, sandwiches and flatbreads that instantly boost your mood! 2002 Enterprise Parkway, Ste 100, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Ribbon Cutting: Sims Library Bookmobile
The rain didn’t stop us in celebrating N. P. Sims Library new Bookmobile this morning! The Bookmobile has traveled to Penn Park, Getzendaner Park, a local senior citizen residence , Daymark Community, and a local daycare! We are extremely excited to add this new program to our community. The bookmobile will be able to bring the love for books and reading to those who might not be able to get to our local library! Tate Fehr, with Senator Bob Hall’s Office presented the Bookmobile with a certificate
Ribbon Cutting: Stretch Zone Waxahachie
Help us welcome and congratulate Stretch Zone Waxahachie on their ribbon cutting!Stretch Zone focuses on a scientific approach to stretch and believes in re-educating muscles to establish a more ideal resting muscle tone and range of motion. The Stretch Zone Method ® allows for optimal stretching by incorporating the powerful principles of neuromuscular behavior to leave clients feeling lighter, looser, and more relaxed. Each stretch session is customized to fit the specific needs of every individual and
Ribbon Cutting: The Texas Theater
Congratulations to The Texas Theater on their official re-lighting of the Texas sign and ribbon cutting! We loved being part of this historic night for our community!To see a list of their upcoming events you can check out their website below. www.thetxtheater.com
1st annual Strut Your Mutt, The Race to End Animal Cruelty
NEWS RELEASE January 23, 2023 For release: Immediate For information: Becky Deo radamietz-deo@spca.org; 469-964-6697 SPCA of Texas Announces 1st Annual Strut Your Mutt, The Race to End Animal Cruelty in Ellis County Saturday, May 13 at Waxahachie’s Getzendaner Park DALLAS – The SPCA of Texas announces the 1st annual Strut Your Mutt, The Race to End Animal Cruelty, a 3K fun walk, will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Getzendaner Memorial Park (400 S Grand Ave, Waxahachie, TX 75165). Day of Event
Grand Reopening: Jordan E's Popcorn & Candy Co.
Help us congratulate Jordan E.'s Popcorn & Candy Co. on their Grand Reopening & Ribbon Cutting this morning!Jordan was able to share the exciting news that Jordan E.'s Popcorn & Candy Co. is now available for franchise opportunities! They offer handcrafted popcorn, gourmet sweets, nostalgic candy, and custom gifts for everyone!To learn more about the franchise opportunity, check out the link below.http://jordanepopcornfranchise.com315 S Rogers St Waxahachie, TX 214-949-5849https://jordanepopcorn.com
Ribbon Cutting: Gala at Waxahachie Senior Apartments
Congratulations to Gala at Waxahachie on their Ribbon Cutting this morning! Gala at Waxahachie is a 55+ luxury community! We heard from the staff and enjoyed a tour of the community! As a resident of Gala at Waxahachie, you will gain access to a wide variety of unique and purposeful amenities likeResort - Style Swimming PoolBeauty SalonPrivate LibraryFitness CenterTheatre RoomWellness CenterRecreational Room240 Parks School House RD Waxahachie, TX (214)903-7431To learn more about their community check out
Ribbon Cutting: Midtowne Wellness & Aesthetics
We had a lovely afternoon yesterday at the ribbon cutting for Midtowne Wellness and Aesthetics at their new location at 1311 Ferris Ave.Midtowne Wellness & Aesthetics is operated by Jacqueline Miles, a Nurse Practitioner, and an Air Force Veteran.MWA offers:Medical-Assisted Weight LossBio-Identical Hormone TherapyLaser Hair Removal & Skin ResurfacingInjectable TreatmentsHair RestorationIV TherapyOptimal Wellness Visitsand so much more!Learn about all these services and more at their Grand Opening Event -
Ribbon Cutting: Waxahachie Golf Club
Congratulations to the Waxahachie Golf Club on their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, as they get ready to celebrate their 100th Anniversary! Founded in 1923 as the Waxahachie Duck Club, the 18-hole golf course was finished in 1924. New General Manager, Mike Brodnax and Membership Director, Jeff Lynch, are leading the charge to revitalize the club with recent course improvements and a new member campaign featuring individual, family and Century Club (business) levels. The Waxahachie Golf Club is also the home
Ribbon Cutting: Brave like Ellie
Congratulations to Brave like Ellie on their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony yesterday! The mission of Brave like Ellie is to serve families affected by pediatric cancer at any stage of their journey by providing Brave Boxes that include toys, activities, and other items to Encourage Bravery, Inspire Joy, and Provide Comfort to families.President and Founder, Jennifer Johnson and her husband Bill Johnson, began the non-profit organization Brave like Ellie to honor and carry on the memory of their daughter, Ellie, a
Ribbon Cutting: Total Men's Primary Care
Congratulations to Total Men's Primary Care on their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony yesterday! We had a great time getting to know the clinic staff, including long-time Ellis County resident, Kristina Jones, ARPN, FNP-C, and learning about all the services offered in their comfortable and welcoming space.Conveniently located at 1585 N Hwy 77, Ste C, Waxahachie, Total Men's is your one-stop shop for all men's healthcare needs such as Primary Care, Low Testosterone, Medical Weight Loss, Erectile Dysfunction, Allergy
Ribbon Cutting: Navarro College Welding on Wheels Trailer
We are so excited to congratulate one of our Community Visionaries, Navarro College, on their new Welding on Wheels Trailer! Dr. Tara Peters, Executive Director of Workforce, Career and Technical Education, and Guy Featherston, Dean of Waxahachie Campus and Health Professions, shared about their state-of-the-art mobile classroom, featuring eight bays that provide adequate space and equipment necessary for students to work on welding skills.The mission of Navarro College is to provide educational
Ribbon Cutting: Brookdale Senior Living
Congratulations to Brookdale Waxahachie on your Ribbon Cutting Ceremony yesterday! Executive Director, Amie O'Dell, shared about all of the recent renovations that have taken place to beautify the space for their residents, and tours of their model apartment, sunroom, dining and living room were given. We're so proud to have Brookdale as a long-time Chamber Member, and Sales Manager, Aaron Verigan as one of our Green Coat Ambassadors!With both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus,
Ribbon Cutting: The Prescription Shop
Congratulations to Red Oak Drug and The Prescription Shop on their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this morning! A supportive crowd of friends and family showed up to celebrate new owner and pharmacist, April Powell and her awesome TEAM!Located at 120 S. Grand Ave. in Waxahachie, The Prescription Shop is an independent pharmacy offering services such as compounding, medical equipment, immunizations, FREE local delivery, and even compounding for pets!They accept most major health insurance providers and offer
Ribbon Cutting: Botox Bar & Innerglow Esthetics
Friday afternoon we had the pleasure of celebrating Innerglow Esthetics & Botox Bar DFW with a Ribbon Cutting!Innerglow Esthetics offers a handful of services including facials, microdermabrasion, bow tinting, waxing and so much more!BotoxBarDFW is housed together with Innerglow Esthetics. BotoxBar DFW offers wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and much more!To book an appointment or read more about their services, visit their websites below.BotoxBarDFW:
Ribbon Cutting: Elevate Infusion Therapy- Ketamine Treatment
Congratulations Elevate Infusion Therapy on their Ribbon Cutting! Elevate Infusion Therapy is proud to offer the latest evidence-based treatment options for various mood disorders, migraines and more. Their owners are Adam Newman, DNP, APRN, CRNA and Allison Insley, BSN, MSN, APRN, CRNA are excited to bring these services to the Waxahachie area! Their mission is to give people control over mental illness, pain, and addiction, one patient at a time.For more information and how to find them, see below. 1626
Finish Your Waxahachie, TX Business’ Fourth Quarter Strong
The fourth quarter is coming to a close, which means it's time to start thinking about wrapping up the year – both figuratively and literally. For small business owners, that means taking stock of what worked (and what didn't), setting goals for next year, finalizing holiday marketing plans, and more. Here's a comprehensive guide courtesy of the Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce on how to finish strong and set yourself up for a successful start to 2023. Review This Year The first step in wrapping
Making the Most of Your Waxahachie, TX Business Website
For many businesses, a website is a major investment and serves as a primary marketing tool. As such, you want to design and build your website with your business’s growth trajectory in mind. In many instances, it’s much more cost-effective to build key platforms into the original design than to try and retrofit them later. The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce can help you make the most of your ad budget with these insightful branding strategies. Build For Today and Tomorrow According to Orbit Media