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Surprise: study finds no rise in violent crime attributable to adopting right-to-carry laws
News Staff
As we’ve noted recently, much research purporting to demonstrate connections between access to guns or right-to-carry laws and increases in crime is seriously flawed.
Often it’s an attempt to curtail or eliminate Americans’ rights under the Second Amendment rather than unbiased scientific research.
Thu, 01/03/2019 - 00:00
Red Oak purse snatcher at large
News Staff
RED OAK – The Red Oak Walmart saw criminal activity this month when a suspect went on a purse snatching spree Dec. 12 and 19, between noon and 2 p.m. in both incidents.
Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
TxDot seeking public input on future of rail in Texas
News Staff
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking public input on an update to the Texas Rail Plan, which includes a list of current and future rail projects that the public will have the opportunity to learn about and submit comments.
Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
CFI RAISES $2,800 FOR WISH
News Staff
WILMER – The City of Wilmer’s Initiative to Spread Hope got an early Christmas gift from employees of truckload carrier CFI – to the tune of $2,800. The local program was one of 20 charities around the nation supported by CFI in its annual Truckloads of Treasures holiday giving campaign.
Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
SCOUTS DONATE TOYS TO TEXAS BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME
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Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
Silver Tsunami to hit Ellis County nursing homes
News Staff
AUSTIN – As Baby Boomers reach retirement, a perfect storm is set to hit Ellis County nursing homes: A surge in the number of aging Texans, known as the Silver Tsunami, is projected to effect long term care services across the state.
Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
BUMP-STOCKS OUTLAWED
News Staff
Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker announced the Department of Justice has amended the regulations of ATF, clarifying that bump stocks fall within the definition of “machine gun” under federal law.
Wed, 12/26/2018 - 00:00
Jewelry recovered from armed robbery
News Staff
RED OAK – Three men were arrested in connection with a home invasion robbery earlier this month, according to the Ellis County Sheriff’s department.
Sheriff’s deputies responded shortly after noon Dec.
Thu, 12/20/2018 - 00:00
Shelter problems, solutions debated
News Staff
FERRIS – Among other items addressed at the Ferris City Council meeting Monday, Dec.
Thu, 12/20/2018 - 00:00
Santa’s helpers collect toys
News Staff
TCD members took on the role of Santa’s helpers to collect toys and donations for North Ellis County Outreach. The annual event provides needy families with Christmas gifts. Denis Butler, director, will distribute the gifts according to need. NECO is located 403 S.
Thu, 12/20/2018 - 00:00
