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Waxahachie Journal
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January 2009
| Ennis Auction House |
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The thrill of the live auction house is coming to downtown Ennis with the establishment of the Ennis Auction House on Dallas Street. Read More >> |
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| Aussie Day Dinner |
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On Monday, January 26th the Five Twelve Tea House will be giving an Austalia Day Dinner. Read More >> |
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| THE YEAR 1908 |
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This will boggle your mind, I know it did mine! The year is 1908. One hundred years ago. What a difference a century makes! Read More >> |
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| Happy New Year |
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THIS new year...mend a quarrel. Seek out a forgotten friend. Write a love letter. Read More >> |
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| Go See the Trains |
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There is still time to see the Trains at NorthPark Mall in Dallas! Read More >> |
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| Amazing Dolphins |
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Amazing Videos sent to us for the All About Animals Area. The first shows a huge school of dolphins swimming by some boaters. The second video shows a dolphin blowing air rings under water! Read More >> |
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| Bow Wow Hustle |
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6th Annual Bow Wow Howl-O-Ween Hustle The fun run and contests will take place before the Texas Country Reporter parade. Event participants will be invited to be in the PARADE WITH BOB PHILLIPS! Read More >> |
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| Seussical |
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By Kathryn E. Eriksen
Dr. Seuss characters come to life on stage at Cedar Valley College in Lancaster, Texas. “Seussical” is a eye-catching, foot stomping romp through the vivid imagination of Dr. Seuss. Read More >> |
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| Your Spooky Stories |  Catfish Plantation, under new owners Ryan Rodriguez and Jim Ensinia, have continued the tradition of honoring the spooky events that still occur in the 1895 Victorian house. As their website claims, they serve “Soul and Spirits.” Read More >> |
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| Walk through the Gateway |
 | The joyous activities of the holidays have stilled and now we are faced with taking down the Christmas decorations. Time to reflect on the year and to set our goals for 2009.
I don’t know about you, but I spent this past year feeling like I was riding a tidal wave of change. Of course, the two events that eclipsed everything and affected everyone were the financial crisis and the Presidential election. But smaller changes occurred as well.
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| King Tut |
 | During the busy holiday season, why not take a half-day and go see the Tutankhamun Exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art? We visited the museum on Lauren’s last day of Thanksgiving break and had a wonderful time. Read More >> |
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| Great Art Online |
 | I have ordered several prints from Art.com and have been very satisfied with every aspect of their service. They have millions of prints and original art pieces to browse through. After selecting a piece, you can look at it with a background the color of your wall, choose a frame from the many choices available and see what it will look like framed. Every piece I have ordered has been expertly framed, well-packaged for shipping and is sent quickly. And, they keep you apprised o ... Read More >> |
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| Reuben Wars |
 | Who Makes the Best Reuben in Waxahachie, Texas? We are aware of three restaurants in Ellis County offering a Reuben Sandwhich. We want to know what our readers think about these three sandwiches. Read More >> |
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| Movie Review Bolt |
 | Disney’s newest release has hit the big screens. “Bolt” is an animated movie that features the voices of John Travolta and Miley Cyrus. The combination of the seasoned actor and the up and coming star provides great chemistry and creates endearing characters. Read More >> |
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| A Child’s Faith |
 | I knew it was coming before the wail assaulted my ears. "Elyssa! How many times have I told you not to slam the door on your brother?!" Even as I said it, I realized it was a ridiculous question--as though she kept a tally? Read More >> |
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| Catfish Plantation |
 | When the Catfish Plantation Restaurant in Waxahachie, Texas is mentioned, the first thing people usually ask is "that's the haunted restaurant, isn't it?" Yes, it is. It is known far and wide in that realm. Read More >> |
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| Pet Grooming Tip |
PREPARING YOUR PUPPY FOR GROOMINGBow-Wow! Barbers would like to congratulate you on the newest addition to your family! We know your puppy is going to bring so very much love and happiness! It is a great time for you and your new pet to bond, have lots of fun and watch his/her personality develop. While most pet owners know that housebreaking and teaching your new puppy not to eat your furniture and that your favorite pair of shoes is not a great dietary supplement, they do not ... Read More >> |
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| Mystery House |

Wanna Be A Historical Detective? Its FUN We recently received a letter from one of our readers in Georgia letting us know her family was originally from Waxahachie. Along with the letter she sent a photo of her family's home which she says was located Read More >> |
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