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FERRIS – A large sinkhole opened Friday morning in Dallas County, shutting down Malloy Bridge Rd.

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FERRIS – The City of Ferris, in partnership with MD Health Pathways, has extended its “Access for All” healthcare program for an additional year. 

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ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County Judge Todd Little declared a local state of disaster on May 1 resulting from the severe storms and extensive flooding in April.

Sports

On a pass from quarterback Chris Martinez, wide receiver Brayden Robinson (2) splits the Bearcats defenders on his way to the endzone.

The Red Oak Hawks historic 2023 season and playoff run came to an end at Choctaw Stadium on Friday, Nov.

Brayden Robinson (2) had multiple catches in the game, but this one – leaping high into the air for the catch, avoiding the hit and tackle, then racing down the sideline for a touchdown – was spectacular.

RED OAK – Quarterback Chris Martinez produced 376 yards of offense and three touchdowns in Red Oak’s 35-32 bi-district win over Burleson Centennial at Billy Goodloe stadium.

Hawks Head Football Coach Melvin Robinson holds up the District 4-5A I Championship trophy after the Hawks 21-7 win over Midlothian.

RED OAK – Four-star sophomore wide receiver Brayden Robinson returned to the Hawks lineup after an early season injury and caught a touchdown pass on the Hawks first drive.

Opinion

Title IX has helped make the United States home to some of the highest educated, most athletically dominant women on the planet.

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Why have the Hamas protesters ceased to be effective?

Primarily because violence does not end violence.

I’m not even certain they know what they are protesting.

Lifestyle

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Quinoa

FAMILY FEATURES – Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world.

A pool with a view at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa

My first trip to Mexico years ago even before I was a travel writer was to Puerto Vallarta. 

Obituaries

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Charles Earl Knox III, 80-years-old, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024, peacefully at his home in Palmer, Texas, surrounded by loved ones. 

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Douglas Eugene “Bubbles” Hampton, age 73, gained his heavenly wings on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, at his home in Texas after a lengthy illness.

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Gerald Wayne Swedensky, 88, of Mansfield, Texas passed on Jan. 16, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.

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