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Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Provided by Melinda Nix for the August 2019 issue of MidlothianNOW Magazine. 1 4-oz. jar roasted red peppers 4 oz. sundried tomatoes (in oil) 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tsp. ground cumin 1-2 pickled jalapeños, chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 bunch green onions, chopped (white part only) 6 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 […]


Tales of Texas – The Architect’s Crown

The well-known Ellis County Courthouse, while unique in many respects, also has similarities with other Texas courthouses. Several Texas county seats can boast of their offices being housed in buildings designed by the nationally recognized architect, James Riely Gordon. Gordon designed as many as 18 Texas courthouses — 12 of them are still standing […]


French Toast Casserole

Provided by Selena Robinson for the July 2022 issue of CorsicanaNOW Magazine. 2 Tbsp. White Karo Syrup 1/2 cup margarine 1 cup brown sugar 12 slices bread, halved 5 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. salt Powdered sugar, to taste (optional) In a saucepan, combine the syrup, margarine and brown […]


Waxahachie May 2023 Calendar

Weekends in May Scarborough Renaissance Festival: Step back to the days of Henry VIII, and enjoy food, fun and dancing. See website for prices and discounts. 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., 251 FM 66.  5/4 Rose Award Luncheon: Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps’ annual fundraiser to recognize local women and their community service. $35. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Firefly […]


Southwest May 2023 Calendar

5/1-5/22 Storytime in a Park: Join the Zula B. Wylie Library staff for story time in a different Cedar Hill park each Monday. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m. See the library website for each week’s park. 5/2 Nathalia!: Join LA-based bilingual singer Nathalia! for a family-friendly concert. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Library Amphitheater, outside the Zula B. […]


Hot Rolls

Provided by Sadie deMoville for the July 2015 issue of WeatherfordNOW Magazine. 2 1/4-oz. pkgs. dry yeast 2 cups water, warm 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 cup shortening 1 large egg, lightly beaten 6-7 cups flour 1 Tbsp. butter, melted Mix yeast in water until dissolved. Individually, mix […]


Midlothian May 2023 Calendar

5/4 Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps ROSE Award Luncheon and Fundraiser: Women in the community recognized for commitment to serving others. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Firefly Gardens, 5410 U.S. Hwy. 287. Call (972) 937-6620 for more information.  5/6 Mental Health Awareness Walk: Family fun walk to benefit Paws for Reflection Ranch. Food, music, kids play zone, […]