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OPINION: California is off the rails

Ellis123
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:24
Having a happy New Year this year won’t be easy in California.The state is a fiscal, social and economic train wreck that just keeps on wrecking.As we roll into 2024, we’ve learned we’re looking at a projected budget deficit of $68 billion.

NOTABLE QUOTABLES (January 4, 2024)

Ellis123
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:19
THE BIG LIE“All good. Take a look. Start reporting it the right way.” – President Joe Biden regarding the economic outlook“Wages for workers are up. Black wealth is … up a record 60% since the pandemic.” – Joe Biden WHAT ARE YOU SMOKING?
At the heart of the ranch is a gated compound featuring a 23,000-square-foot stone mansion, built in 2000 by Tommy and Cory Ford and overlooking a lake.

At the heart of the ranch is a gated compound featuring a 23,000-square-foot stone mansion, built in 2000 by Tommy and Cory Ford and overlooking a lake.

5,400-acre South Creek Ranch for sale

Ellis123
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:52
FERRIS – The 5,400-acre ranch, former home of Dallas executive W. Ray Wallace, CEO of Trinity Industries, who died in 2016 is for sale. One phase of homes has already been constructed and sold in the Woodstone development.
Members of the city of Ferris’ executive leadership team are shown at the community’s Starbucks’ recent soft opening.

Members of the city of Ferris’ executive leadership team are shown at the community’s Starbucks’ recent soft opening.

Starbucks opens in Ferris

Ellis123
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:50
Ferris – Starbucks opened to the public on Dec. 18, following a successful soft opening.Located at Fifth Street and Interstate 45, it marks a significant milestone in the city’s economic development and quality of life initiatives.
(L) Officer Nicklaus VanDerkar, (R) Officer Elijah Samuels

(L) Officer Nicklaus VanDerkar, (R) Officer Elijah Samuels

Midlothian police officers recognized for saving life

Ellis123
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:06
MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Police Department recognized two of its officers last week for taking the department’s motto of “Service Above Self” to heart.