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Glenn Heights UNOFFICIAL Election Results (November 4, 2025)
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MAYORSonja Brown, Incumbent – 75.10% or 540 / Ellis County 71.83% or 645Leon Tate – 24.90% or 179 / Ellis County 28.17% or 253PLACE 2Harry Garrett, Incumbent – 40.34% or 288 / Ellis County 29.59% or 258Shaunte Allen – 59.66% or 426 / Ellis County 70.41% or 614PLACE 4Marcel Howard – 46.
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Sector K9 founder Wes Keeling of Midlothian is the driving force behind this superhero dog type of transition. Submitted photo.
Sector K9 in Midlothian takes dogs from shelter to superhero
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MIDLOTHIAN – How does a shelter dog go from abandoned pet to superhero.Sector K9 founder Wes Keeling of Midlothian is the driving force behind this superhero dog type of transition.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:39
Luis Rivera said he has been fascinated with technology ever since his father brought home the family’s first iPad. Photo courtesy TSTC Communications.
Technology lover channels passion into computers, data centers at TSTC
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RED OAK – Luis Rivera said he has been fascinated with technology ever since his father brought home the family’s first iPad.
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EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (November 6, 2025)
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ALMAAlma will hold a toy drive on Dec. 9 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Alma City Hall, 104 Interurban Road.There will be photos with Santa and Mrs. Clause as well as photos sitting on a Texas Longhorn at the event and a bounce house, Christmas lights display, food and music.
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After visiting downtown, visitors can walk to the nearby Women’s Building to view more than 200 original paintings featured at the 18th Annual Plein Air Show featuring the works of about 40 talented artists from across the country. Photo courtesy Waxahachie Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Art, wine, music to highlight Waxahachie’s Plein Air Weekend
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WAXAHACHIE – In a Paris-like setting of umbrellas and live music, artists will bring their easels to downtown Waxahachie Nov. 15 to paint their award-winning unique work.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:19
Jennifer Zarate
Jennifer Zarate announces run for Ellis County District Clerk
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WAXAHACHIE – Jennifer Zarate, a sixth-generation Texan and Waxahachie resident, today announced her candidacy for Ellis County District Clerk.She will be on the ballot in the upcoming Republican primary election in March of next year.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:00
GH Resident involvement in good health makes a difference. Submitted photo.
Glenn Heights celebrates week of community engagement
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GLENN HEIGHTS – The city of Glenn Heights wrapped up an eventful week filled with civic engagement, celebration, and wellness initiatives that brought residents together to learn, connect, and thrive.On Tuesday, Oct. 28, Mayor Sonja A.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 14:57
Chief of Police Carl D. Smith
Midlothian Police Chief named 1st Vice President of North Texas Police Chiefs Association
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MIDLOTHIAN – Midlothian Chief of Police Carl D. Smith was recently named 1st Vice President of the North Texas Police Chiefs Association.The NTPCA announced the new leadership board last week at their monthly meeting.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 14:53
Council terminates Italy police chief
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ITALY – The Italy City Council unanimously voted to terminate the city’s Police Chief, Scott McAuley.No interim was named to replace McAuley at this time.McAuley had been placed on leave in October prior to last week’s official termination by the city council.
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 14:52
Ellis County Commissioners take no action on burn ban
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ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Commissioners took no action on an agenda item to approve a countywide burn ban.It was pointed out what a difference the last 10 days made for the county, which was when the item was placed on the agenda.
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