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Ellis County Commissioner Precincts Plan A-1
COUNTY TO REDRAW PCT. BOUNDARIES
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WAXAHACHIE – Ellis County Commissioners Court recently held a special meeting for a presentation by the Ellis County Redistricting Committee of Resolution recommending redrawing commissioner precinct boundaries based on the 2020 Census.Another item on the Wednesday, Oct.
Wed, 11/03/2021 - 13:55
RED OAK PD CHIEF CONTINUES COFFE WITH COMMAND STAFF
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RED OAK – Each month, Chief Garland Wolf and his command staff will select a local business to meet with members of the community and hear their concerns and answer questions.
Wed, 11/03/2021 - 13:50
There were dinosaurs dancing, TikTok routines loosely choreographed and videoed, cake walks and plenty of Halloween candy for all at the city of Wilmer’s annual Fall Festival.
Wilmer welcomes cooler weather with annual Fall Festival
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WILMER – There were dinosaurs dancing, TikTok routines loosely choreographed and videoed, cake walks and plenty of Halloween candy for all at the city of Wilmer’s annual Fall Festival.
Wed, 11/03/2021 - 13:48
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RED OAK POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF RECOGNIZED
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RED OAK – The Red Oak Police Department recently recognized employees on their successes.
Wed, 11/03/2021 - 13:46
Councilman Sergio Campos and Mayor Sheila Petta prepare to distribute hand sanitizers.
Officials distribute hand sanitizers
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WILMER – The city of Wilmer recently received several pallets of hand sanitizer from a company out of Hurst.City staff and city council members wanted to make beneficial use of the sanitizer and decided to donate some of it to local churches.
Wed, 11/03/2021 - 13:33
Texas Country Reporter Bob Phillips signs autographs as he celebrates 25 years of hosting the popular series. Photo by Michael Seiber.
Texas Country Reporter celebrates 25 years
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WAXAHACHIE – After last year was canceled due to the pandemic, the Texas Country Reporter Festival was back and stronger than ever this year.A beautiful day this past Saturday saw attendance numbers expected to have been as high as 60,000 for the 25th year of the annual event.
Wed, 10/27/2021 - 17:09
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Census 2020 and the redistricting of Ellis County precincts
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ELLIS COUNTY – After the 2020 Census last year it was determined Ellis County had some disparity in its precincts.The census was the fuel that geared the recent redistricting statewide resulting in the redrawing of lines for districts around the state.
Wed, 10/27/2021 - 17:07
County plan to use pandemic-related funds outlined
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ELLIS COUNTY – When the American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law on March 11, giving cities and counties a chance to utilize funds for a variety of uses.
Wed, 10/27/2021 - 17:02
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Go Fund Me Page set up for local women in need
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FERRIS – A Go Fund Me Page was recently set up for two local Ferris women who are in need of home repair.Jackie was born in a small east Texas town located on the Louisiana border. She was the final child out of five children born to her parents, Chester and Buella.
Wed, 10/27/2021 - 16:55
This year’s ceremony will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. at the Waxahachie Civic Center and is open to all members of the general public from Ellis County and beyond.
Nov. 13 Veterans Day ceremony to honor those who served
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WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County Marine Corps League Detachment 1452 has taken the reigns of the planning and execution of the Ellis County Veterans Appreciation Ceremony in an effort to keep the event alive for years to come.This year’s ceremony will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Wed, 10/27/2021 - 16:54
