Protesting, rioting and what it means to Americans

WAXAHACHIE – The latest incident in Minneapolis with the murder of George Floyd has left a void in many people’s hearts.

Ellis County runoff election in July

WAXAHACHIE – When the pandemic swept across the county, it put the Republican and Democratic Primary runoff elections on hold until next month.

Wilmer residents get new Waste Management collection upgrade

WILMER – Trash, bulk and brush pick-up in Wilmer is getting an upgrade on June 29. Residents will now have a new cart service that includes twice a week pick-up for trash, once a month pick-up for bulk and brush waste on Wednesday.

CONGRESS RON WRIGHT ADDRESS ELLIS COUNTY GOP

During Saturday’s GOP precinct convention, Wright told delegates most of Congress has been AWOL since COVID-19. He said he was one of 21 Republicans to file a lawsuit to protect the Constitution.

D-DAY 76TH ANNIVERSARY

On June 6, 1944 at 6:35 a.m., an armada of 150,000 Allied soldiers, supported by naval artillery fire, landed on five beaches in Normandy, France.  Their mission – to breach Hitler’s “Atlantic Wall” and free Europe from the tyranny of Nazi domination.

ROISD Board blesses changes to student Dress Menu for fall 2020

RED OAK – Red Oak ISD School Board heard and okayed recommendations for changes to the current student dress options at the May 18 board meeting during the Superintendent’s Report.

Life School teachers host drive-through Summer send-off for students

RED OAK – At Life School Red Oak Elementary, teachers, staff, and families reconnected through a summer send-off drive-through parade on Friday, May 22.

Magical reopening at Theatre Rocks!

ENNIS – After a long delay, Theatre Rocks! invites the community to venture out and enjoy some laughs and an entertaining story with the world premiere of “An Orphan’s Adventure” by H. Lee McMillion, which runs June 5 to 20.

COMICALLY INCORRECT by A.F. Branco (June 4, 2020)

Is this the end of America?

One need look no further than the dichotomy between those peacefully protesting against the murder and manslaughter of George Floyd and those who are exploiting it by burning and pillaging cities across America to realize that this is a battle for the heart and soul of America.