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SPCA distemper issue affecting Ellis County

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:53

ELLIS COUNTY – An item on the July 12 Ellis County Commissioners Court agenda will be addressed again this week regarding animal control and issues currently taking place because of the SPCA’s ongoing refusal to accept incoming animals due to a recent distemper outbreak.

RO issues mandatory water restrictions

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:51

RED OAK – The City of Red Oak issued a Mandatory Stage 2 level water restriction advisory for all water customers in the city. The advisory went into effect July 14. • No watering during the day between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Jean Coleman Elementary rendering.

Supply chain issues delay elementary school opening

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:48

ELLIS COUNTY – An elementary school in Ellis County is delaying its opening due to global supply chain issues, according to a statement from the Midlothian ISD.“Global supply chain issues have provided a setback to the construction of Jean Coleman Elementary.

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LIVE MORTAR SHELL FOUND NEAR ITALY

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:44

ELLIS COUNTY – An old military issue mortar shell was found Sunday near the town of Italy, Texas.The mortar shell, which was determined to be live, was found near Chambers Creek at Highway 77 around 12:43 p.m.

Waxahachie Indians 7u World Series Champs

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:35

The Waxahachie Indians 7u won the World Series this weekend in Chandler.“We won 8-7 in the semifinals to Mabank,” said Cindy Rodriguez. “We were losing by 4 in the last inning and came back scoring 5 runs to win the game.

During the COVID outbreak in Ellis County, Dr. Leigh Nordstrom issued statements reminding residents to follow guidelines as required.

Commissioners table appointing new Ellis County Local Health Authority

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:33

ELLIS COUNTY – Dr. Leigh Nordstrom was suggested for reappointed at the recent Ellis County Commissioners Court for another two years.The appointment to the seat of Ellis County Local Health Authority begins on July 1, 2022 and ends June 30, 2024.

County Commissioner Paul Perry, pct. 3, right, was honored recently by the Texas Association of Counties for five years of pursuing excellence in his county investment education during the 2022 Conference of the County Investment Academy held in Galveston June 27-29.

Tac honors local official

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:26

AUSTIN – County Commissioner Paul Perry, pct. 3, was honored recently by the Texas Association of Counties for five years of pursuing excellence in his county investment education during the 2022 Conference of the County Investment Academy held in Galveston June 27-29.

Duncanville Police find shooting victim inside vehicle

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:17

Duncanville – On Monday, July 1 at approximately 7:58 p.m., the Duncanville Police Department responded to a call for service regarding a shooting with injuries at 200 Jellison Boulevard.The initial 911 caller advised someone inside a vehicle at that location had been shot.

Congressman Ellzey introduces Federal Mask Mandate Limitations Act

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:17

Washington, D.C. – Today (July 19, 2022), Congressman Jake Ellzey introduced H.R. 8408, the Federal Mask Mandate Limitations Act, to Congress.This legislation requires Congress to pass a joint resolution in order for an agency to implement a mask mandate.H.R.

CONSTITUTIONAL MINUTE #4

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Wed, 07/20/2022 - 14:15

Let’s have a short conversation about our understanding of the heart and soul of our Constitution as intended by the founders.It’s the concept of “Enumerated Powers”.Simply put it means if a power is not specifically given in the Constitution, then it does not exist.