Waxahachie Council ups homestead exemption

WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie City Council said yes in a 4-0 vote at a recent special city council meeting to raise the city’s general homestead exemption.The increase in the exemption will now be at 3.5% effective as of January, with a minimum exemption of $5,000.

Publisher defamed on Facebook post

FERRIS – A recent post on Facebook’s “Ferris News” stating Ellis County Press Publisher/Editor Charles Hatfield was the Chair of the Ferris Economic Development Corporation got a lot of attention countywide – even though it was not true.

CISCO construction nearing completion

FERRIS – Contractors Iron & Steel I, LLC company will be relocating to Ferris when construction of their new steel fabrication building is completed.

4th of July message from Ellis County Judge Todd Little

Hearing the words “Fourth of July” conjures images in my mind of glimmering fireworks, backyard barbeques, and family time.

GWAC H.S. Alumni Association honors scholarship recipients

Ennis – Recently, the George Washington Carver High School Alumni Association of Ennis awarded their 2024 scholarship recipients from Ennis High School.During the Juneteenth Program, the alumni association honored James Leaks, Sr.

FEMA assistance deadline extended to Aug. 15

Disaster survivors in Texas now have a little more time to apply for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in Ellis County with uninsured losses from the storms and flooding that occurred April 26-June 5 may be eligible for FEMA assistance.Visit any Disaster Recovery Center.

TxDot asking for feedback on record $104 billion 10-year plan

DALLAS – To help keep a thriving Texas economy moving, the Texas Department of Transportation is drafting a record-breaking 10-year transportation plan, and the public is invited to weigh in on potential projects in communities across the state.

Ellis County NOT under burn ban

ELLIS COUNTY – While the weather has been extremely hot so far this summer, the rumor that Ellis County is under a burn ban is false.Residents have been confused about the county currently being under a burn ban due to old signs not removed from the previous burn ban in 2023.

Body found in pond 1600 Waters Edge Dr.

Glenn Heights – On July 2, Glenn Heights Police Department responded to the report of a body found in a pond in the 1600 block of Waters Edge Drive. The deceased was a local resident reported missing by family members the day prior.

ROISD students to get free meals

RED OAK – Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, Red Oak ISD students will receive FREE breakfast and lunch meals after the District enrolls for the Community Eligibility Provision.