Midlothian child predator gets life sentence

WAXAHACHIE – Matthew Allred, 34, of Midlothian was convicted and sentenced life in prison by a jury.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE OCT. 11

Early Voting starts Monday, Oct. 24 through Friday, Nov. 4 at 6 polling locations.Last Day to apply for a Ballot by Mail is Friday, Oct. 28.Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8, at 31 polling locations.There will be NO VOTING at the Elections Office. GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTIONS – NOV.

Wilmer breaks ground for 1.35 million sq. ft. warehouse

WILMER – It is one of Texas’ largest speculative industrial buildings with 1,351,372-million sq.ft. of warehouse space under one roof – and it recently broke ground in Wilmer.Tradepoint 45 West will be located on N.

Walk to end Alzheimer’s Saturday

ENNIS – On Saturday, Oct. 8, Ennis and Waxahachie residents will join the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® – the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.

CONSTITUTIONAL MINUTE #15

In 2008, Roger Clements (one of the most successful power pitchers in history) was contacted by members of Congress and ordered to appear before a congressional committee on drug use in sports.Mr. Clements foolishly complied.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Digital Currency, and why it might not be such a good idea

This is one that I am not even going to try to pretend doesn’t freak me out.As in – I think I would rather keep my cash.Well, apparently our government would prefer we use that little plastic card that has become such an important piece of our wallet, let’s refer to it now as digital currency.

Red Oak ISD launches anti-bullying program for Bullying Prevention Month

RED OAK – Red Oak ISD is launching an aggressive anti-bullying campaign aimed at both preventing and reporting bullying behavior.The “See Something, Say Something” program gives students reminders to be kind and the tools to report inappropriate behavior through STOPit.

Polka dancing, live music set Oct. 8 for Elke Heiler

RED OAK – Ms. Elke Heiler is about to have an Oktoberfest-themed party.At 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 at Arabella of Red Oak, 200 Washington St, the community staff will be presenting Elke with her favorite German food made by the chef, polka dancing, and live music.

Ferris continues to increase cash reserves over past 3 years

FERRIS – The City of Ferris has increased its cash reserves steadily over the past three years.Cash reserves, also called fund balances, currently sit at 62.6 percent – and that far exceeds the city’s target of 25 percent of operating expenditures.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL (October 6 & 7, 2022)

OCTOBER 6Ovilla Christian vs Dallas Lakehill Prep at home, 7 p.m. OCTOBER 7Avalon vs Campbell (Homecoming) at home, 7:30 p.m.Ennis vs Joshua at Joshua, 7 p.m.Ferris vs Godley at home, 7 p.m.Italy vs Itasca at home, 7 p.m.Life Waxahachie vs Waco La Vega at home, 7:30 p.m.