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ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: April 2

Walker, Samson, 40, DWI, resist arrest search or transport.Splane, Lorraine, 54, DWI.Cruz Garcia, Jose, 26, DWI, ICE detainer. Dominguez Zavala, Ever, 28, DWI/open container, ICE detainer.Smithwick, Ethan, 23, theft prop >=$30,000<$150,000 Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: March 31 – April 7

Aguilar, Octavio, 26, public intoxication.Yanez Zurita, Jose, 49, DWI.Zurita, Jose, 49, DWI.Darden, Quinton, 28, poss marij <2oz.Levy, Devonta, 29, warrant arrest other agency.
Sweet Chili Shrimp with Quinoa

Sweet Chili Shrimp with Quinoa

TASTE: SOLVE DINNERTIME DILEMMAS WITH SPEEDY, NUTRITIOUS WHOLE GRAINS

FAMILY FEATURES – Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world. However, spending less time cooking doesn’t have to mean sacrificing nutrition or taste.
Michael Alphans Mango, Jr.

Michael Alphans Mango, Jr.

Ferris alleged drunk driver hits Keller teen

KELLER – A Keller Indian Springs Middle School student with dreams of being a cross country track star is in critical condition after being hit by a suspected drunk driver while jogging on Thursday, April 4.
FREEMAN GIN, BARDWELL – The Old Bardwell marker can be viewed at 4F Farmer Cattle Company, 6102 W. Highway 34, Ennis, one-half mile west of Bardwell, at the original site of the community.

FREEMAN GIN, BARDWELL – The Old Bardwell marker can be viewed at 4F Farmer Cattle Company, 6102 W. Highway 34, Ennis, one-half mile west of Bardwell, at the original site of the community.

Old Bardwell Historical Marker Ceremony Saturday

BARDWELL – The Texas Historical Commission recently recognized the site of Old Bardwell as a significant part of Texas history by awarding it an Official Texas Historical Marker.The designation honors the original site of the town of Bardwell as an important and educational part of local history.
Ag Mechanics Reserve/Division Champion, and Champion Team Showmanship, (l-r), ag teacher Brian Harlan, students Daniel Diaz, German Mora and Edwardo Hernandez, and ag teacher Mac McAlister, Ferris FFA.

Ag Mechanics Reserve/Division Champion, and Champion Team Showmanship, (l-r), ag teacher Brian Harlan, students Daniel Diaz, German Mora and Edwardo Hernandez, and ag teacher Mac McAlister, Ferris FFA.

2024 Ellis County Youth Expo results

AG MECHANICS MARKET PLACE – COOKING EQUIPMENTReserve/Division Champion: Drestan Honza, Ennis FFA MARKET PLACE – HOME RECREATION & CONVENIENCEDivision Champion: Ennis FFA MARKET PLACE – LIVESTOCK & FARM EQUIPMENTGrand/Division Champion: Waxahachie FFA MARKET PLACE – WILDLIFEDivision Champion: Ennis...

Early voting starts April 22

Early Voting starts April 22-27, April 29-30 in Ellis County at six early voting polling locations. The Main Polling Location is the Ellis County Woman’s Building, 407 W. Jefferson St., Waxahachie (NOT the elections office).Election Day is Saturday, May 4, at 17 polling locations.

How safe are the bridges in Ellis County?

ELLIS COUNTY – Texas has a statewide inventory of more than 55,000 bridges open to public traffic. The Texas Department of Transportation said in a 2020 report this is “significantly more than any other US state.

Arrest made in lewd activity at Waxahachie Creek Hike & Bike Trail

WAXAHACHIE – According to the Waxahachie Police Department FB page, an arrest was made regarding a report of lewd activity at Waxahachie Creek Hike and Bike Trail. The Waxahachie Police Department had also issued extra patrols in the area after the report.

Judge Todd Little explains County Tax Abatement

ELLIS COUNTY – Last week’s tax abatement notice for 288 acres in Red Oak spurred a longer story on the topic after sitting down with Ellis County Judge Todd Little.