Monthly Archives: June 2022


Ennis July 2022 Calendar

7/3-7/4 Waxahachie Crape Myrtle Festival, Fireworks and Parade: Sunday: Tailgate party, concert and fireworks display at the Waxahachie Sports Complex. Kid Zone will offer free activities for the children. There will be a variety of food vendors. Begins: 6:00 p.m. Monday: Veterans are invited to the Dan McClinton Veterans’ Memorial Breakfast at the Chautauqua Auditorium: […]


Corsicana July 2022 Calendar

7/1-7/30 Bunert Park and Jester Park Pools: Hours vary. www.cityofcorsicana.com/356/Parks-Recreation. 7/1-7/31 Summer Reading Program: Corsicana Public Library. Facebook Corsicana Public Library. 7/1-8/31 Vicksburg to Ukraine:Wartime Sieges and Destinations: Two summer exhibits available at the Pearce Museum. Mondays-Fridays: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Saturdays: Noon-4:00 p.m., 3100 W. Collin St. (903) 875-7438. 7/1-9/6 Corsicana Spray Parks: Go to www.cityofcorsicana.com/356/Parks-Recreation […]


Burleson July 2022 Calendar

7/4 Independence Day Parade: Join the community for the 18th Annual Fourth of July Parade. 9:00 a.m., Old Town Burleson.  Concert & Fireworks: Concert features Petty Theft. Free event. Gates open: 5:00 p.m.; fireworks: 9:20 p.m., Chisenhall Sports Complex, 500 Chisenhall Park Ln. www.burlesontx.com. 7/6, 7/10, 7/19, 7/25 Adoption/Fostering Online Sessions: Hosted by Presbyterian Children’s […]


DIY – Goodbye Popcorn Ceiling

Popcorn ceilings were particularly popular in homes during the 1950s and 1960s, but like many styles, their popularity has waned over the years. While there were benefits to the heavily textured look, many homeowners have updated to a sleeker and more modern ceiling. One concern about removal of the texture is that ceilings textured […]


Lettuce Wraps

Provided by Stefanie Davis for the September 2014 issue of EnnisNOW Magazine. 2 tsp. minced garlic 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 1 Tbsp. sesame oil 3 Tbsp. teriyaki sauce 1 Tbsp. reduced fat peanut butter 1 tsp. light brown sugar 1 tsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. ground ginger 1 can water chestnuts, finely […]


Chipotle Plum BBQ Pork Ribs

Provided by Chef Dré Johnson for the September 2015 issue of WaxahachieNOW Magazine. 1/4 cup hot water 1 tsp. instant coffee 3/4 cup plum sauce 1/2 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice 2 Tbsp. minced chipotle in adobe with sauce 2 Tbsp. brown sugar Salt and pepper, to taste 2 1/2 lbs. pork back ribs Mix […]


Strawberry Milkshake

Provided by Chelsea Goodman for the June 2012 issue of MidlothianNOW Magazine. Serving size: 2 large or 4 small milkshakes (about 32 oz.) 1/2 lb. fresh strawberries, plus extra to garnish 2 Tbsp. white sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3/4 to 1 cup whole milk 1 Tbsp. malted milk powder or regular powdered milk […]