RO extends emergency declaration order into June

RED OAK – An Ellis County deputy in uniform recently entered the RaceTrac gas station in Red Oak without a mask. He did not think he needed to have the mask on, since the order to wear a mask was not mandatory based on Texas Governor Abbott’s latest executive orders.

Ellis County Detention Center vandalized

WAXAHACHIE – The Wayne McCollum Detention Center, 300 S. Jackson Street in Waxahachie was vandalized Friday night/Saturday morning. While the Ellis County Sheriff’s Department is still reviewing video from the location, they have not arrested a suspect in the case.

Wilmer welcomes 1st female fire fighter

WILMER – The City of Wilmer has hired its first female fire fighter. The city recently welcomed 37-year-old Maria Gabriela Gillen after she was on the fire chief’s radar since she volunteered for the department about four years ago.

Political correctness is the real Chinese virus

Political correctness usually just seems silly or at worst a little crazy, but in the case of the Chinese-originated virus, the worldwide virtue signaling has become worse than dangerous; it has become deadly.

The Obama administration almost pulled off a Soviet-style election coup

Even the most conniving leaders of the old Soviet Union would have been impressed with the brazenness of the Obama administration’s disinformation campaign to cover up its botched attempt to hijack America’s last presidential election.

OBITUARY: Essie Mae Hester

Essie Mae Hester, 77, passed away in Palmer, Texas on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Essie was born in Talladega, Alabama on Sept. 8, 1942 to Charlie George and Lizzy Beth (Timms) Lackey. She grew up in Ironton, Alabama and graduated from Munford, Alabama in 1960.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Ah, here’s something this pandemic has taught us

Welcome to the “front porch.” Hope you all are well and safe. So, what is it that we’re learning today in this pandemic period? That type of question probably sounds a great deal like one of the questions you’ve had to ask your children as you have become their teacher in recent weeks.

OUT TO PASTOR: “Love Bugs” are really not that loving

Here in Florida, we have what people call “Love Bugs.” I know exactly why they are called “Love Bugs,” but I am not fond of these little critters. Why don’t they just get a motel room? On Tuesday, I needed to go across town for some quick business and office supplies.

At-home learning throughout Summer

FAMILY FEATURES – With the majority of schools across the country closed, many parents are feeling the stress of taking more active roles in their children’s education.

Red Oak ISD Board approves substantial salary increases

RED OAK – The Red Oak ISD Board of Trustees recognized the importance of increasing salaries for teachers and staff. They have been transparent in their desire to express to employees that they are appreciated and valued.