Ferris DPS responds to I-45 crisis involving mental health emergency and multi-vehicle accident

FERRIS – On the afternoon of March 25, 2025, Ferris Department of Public Safety officers responded to a critical incident on Interstate 45 near Exit 265 area involving a male individual experiencing an apparent mental health crisis.The subject, described as a white male wearing only shorts, had...

TXDot road closure alert for I-35, Ovilla Overpass April 4-5

From 9 p.m. April 4 to 12 p.m. April 5, 2025, TXDot will be closing I-35, the north and southbound service roads, and the Ovilla Overpass for partial bridge demolition.During this closure, traffic will be rerouted through the Ovilla Road jug handles and can re-enter I-35 at the next available...

Midlothian PD recognizes Autism Awareness Month with lapel pins

MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Police Department will be observing April’s Autism Awareness Month beginning next week.Midlothian PD has partnered with the Bridges Training Foundation to enhance awareness and promote positive interactions between law enforcement and the autism community.Midlothian...

Ellis County honors WWII veteran with reception and Medal of Valor

ELLIS COUNTY – You can never honor too many veterans for their unselfish service to this country.In Midlothian this week, WWII veteran, Iwo Jima Navy Corpsman-Medic, John Boswell – and hometown hero – was honored for his service.Boswell was inducted into the Texas Veteran’s Hall of Fame including a...

 Merry cast brings Robin Hood to life Friday in Ennis

ENNIS – Look no further for an enjoyable, family-friendly night at the theatre: “A Merry Adventure of Robin Hood” opens Friday, March 28, at Theatre Rocks!, 505 NW Main St. in Ennis.Adapted by Rebecca Perry from classic folk tales – with a dash of original comedic storyline, this production serves...

Ennis Bluebonnet Trails receives THC Historical Marker at Spring Dedication April 3

ENNIS – The Texas Historical Commission has recognized the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails in Ellis County as a significant part of Texas history by awarding it an Official Texas Historical Marker.The designation honors the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails as an important and educational part of local history.A...

Midlothian ISD named a top 5 finalist in HEB Excellence in School award

MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian ISD has been named as a top five finalist for the H-E-B Excellence in School award.

PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF GLENN HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025, 7:00 P.M.

Publish one time in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, March 27, 2025. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGTUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025, 7:00 P.M. Public hearing to receive testimony regarding an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Glenn Heights, Texas, adopting Standards of Care for Summer Youth Programs.

LEGAL NOTICE: CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF HECTOR MENDIETA GARCIA

Publish one time in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

LEGAL NOTICE: CITATION BY PUBLICATION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GREGORY ALLAN SLETMOEN

Publish one time in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, March 27, 2025.