Glenn Heights Mayor Sonja A. Brown appointed chair of National League of Cities Council on Youth, Education, and Families

 GLENN HEIGHTS – Mayor Sonja A. Brown has been appointed Chair of the 2026 Council on Youth, Education, and Families of the National League of Cities, marking a significant national leadership milestone for the City of Glenn Heights and the State of Texas.

Norwood named new Wilmer City Administrator

 WILMER – The Wilmer City Council unanimously voted to hire Steve Norwood as the city’s new City Administrator.Norwood has been in the position as interim city administrator since Oct. 15.

Ovilla Service League annual dinner this Friday benefitting first responders, animal services

 OVILLA – The annual Ovilla Service League dinner will be Friday, Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. at Vertical Church.As in year’s past, the dinner will benefit Ovilla’s first responders, and this year the money raised will also benefit Ovilla Animal Services too.

THE ELLIS COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION: Lynn LaRose to present live painting demo March 2

WAXAHACHIE – Award-winning oil painter Lynn LaRose will present a live painting demonstration open to the public in Waxahachie at the monthly meeting of The Ellis County Art Association.

Commissioner’s approve utility work easement

 WAXAHACHIE – Ellis County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve an easement with the City of Waxahachie and Alpine Start Development for utility work on Ellis County owned property.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: A teacher’s sanctuary (Chapter 2)

 “And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them …” (Matthew 18:1)Welcome to the “Front-Porch.”I ambled slowly back to my desk in the back corner of the room.

OUT TO PASTOR: Nobody is perfect – at least that’s what I’m told

 People often say nobody is perfect.I’ve said that at least 100 times, but there are times when I am not quite sure that it applies to me.There are some situations when I think I am perfect. I do not say it aloud because I do not want to step on anybody’s toes.

How to navigate the grocery store without decision fatigue

STATEPOINT – Ever take a trip to the grocery store and feel overwhelmed by all the choices available? Save time and money by opting for products already tested by other consumers.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 26, 2026)

 Voters across Ellis County are gearing up for the Republican and Democratic Joint Primary Election scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Ellis County residents may cast their ballots at the library on Election Day, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (February 26 2026)

Ted Minyard of Waxahachie earned a Bachelor of Science Cum Laude in Cybersecurity Technology from University of Maryland Global Campus in fall 2025.Abby Fuller of Waxahachie was among more than 1,800 students awarded a degree from the University of Arkansas in December.