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Fighting In Cedar Hill ISD Down By 43% In 2023-2024
Cedar Hill ISD Successfully Combats Fighting On Campuses. Two years ago fighting in the Cedar Hill School District was a problem, particularly in the upper levels. However, officials listened to the complaints and responded. According to statistics from the Cedar Hill ISD Police Department, reports of fighting throughout the middle...
Midlothian City Hall/Library Moves Toward November Completion
When Midlothian broke ground on the new City Hall and Library, the City Manager said, “While the buildings will serve as a beautiful centerpiece for this community, it’s how they will be used that will bring them to life.” As the building nears completion, residents are excited to enjoy the new facilities and city officials are looking forward to seeing downtown busy.
Refreshing Summertime Whisky Cocktails: Elevate Your Seasonal Sips with Fruit Flavors
Summertime is the perfect season to explore refreshing cocktail recipes that bring a unique twist to classic flavors. For whiskey enthusiasts, this spirit can shine even in the hottest months, offering a robust and versatile base for a variety of invigorating drinks. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a barbecue, or simply enjoying a quiet evening on the patio, whiskey-based cocktails can provide a delightful balance of complexity and refreshment. From smoky and spicy notes to sweet and citrusy undertones, these summertime whiskey cocktails promise to elevate your warm-weather gatherings with sophistication and flair.
Midlothian’s Long-Standing FFA Legacy: From 1937 Roots to State Leadership, Inspiring Future Generations
The National Future Farmers of America program was formed in 1928. Not long after, Midlothian High School followed suit, forming in 1937 and becoming one of the oldest in the United States. Now, with the addition of a program at Midlothian Heritage, the district has two FFA programs. Both programs...
DFW Airport Reopens Runway Ahead of Schedule to Support Record Summer Travel Season
DFW AIRPORT, Texas (May 30, 2024) – Just in time for the busy summer travel season, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) reopened runway 17R/35L following a nine-month closure for scheduled rehabilitation. The runway, one of seven at DFW, returned to service on May 24 in a shortened configuration of 9,275 feet to enable use of the surface during the busy summer travel season.
SBOE Opens Public Comment for Submitted Instructional Materials in the 2024 Review and Approval Process
AUSTIN, Texas – May 29, 2024 – The State Board of Education (SBOE) today announced the start of the public comment period for instructional materials submitted as part of the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process. House Bill (HB) 1605 (88th Regular Session) established the new IMRA...
Minecraft’s World Premiere Interactive Experience to Open in Dallas in September
DALLAS – MAY 29, 2024 – Block your calendars! For the first time ever, the Minecraft community will have their chance to experience a real-world, immersive, interactive Minecraft adventure. To celebrate Minecraft’s 15th anniversary, Experience MOD and Mojang Studios announced Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue,which is set to debut in Dallas on September 20, 2024, giving longtime Minecrafters, players and non-players alike, and families of all ages their first chance to be heroes in a real-life, in-person Minecraft quest. Dallas is just the first stop; Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue will tour to additional cities around the world to be announced at a later date.
U.S. Women’s Volleyball + Major League Cricket Headed for North Texas
North Texas is Sports Central this week, with the Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars both playing championship games. And, there’s more on the way! The U.S. Women’s National (Volleyball) Team (three time VNL champions, reigning Olympic Champs) will compete in Arlington May 28-June 2, and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and second season of Major League Cricket take over Grand Prairie Stadium in June and July.
Notice of Request for Qualifications RFQ 23-24-08 Construction Manager at Risk
DUE: Monday June 17, 2024 2:00 PM. (CST) Pursuant to Local Government Code 2269, Subchapter G, Cedar Hill Independent School District is Requesting Qualifications (RFQ) for Construction Manager at Risk. RFQ specifications are available at Cedar Hill Independent School District located at 285 Uptown Blvd. – Building 300., Cedar Hill, Texas 75104; Attn: Patricio Valdez-Contreras. Instructions to access the proposal package from the District website are as follows: Website www.chisd.net; go to Services & Departments; go to Business Office on the left; go to Purchasing on the left; go to Current Bids; Download RFQ 23-24-08 – Construction Manager at Risk. Qualifications will be received at 285 Uptown Blvd., Bldg. 300, Cedar Hill, TX 75104 or at Purchasing@chisd.net until Monday June 17, 2024 2:00 PM. (CST). The District reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals or any part thereof and to waive any formalities in the best interest of the district.
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