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Wilmer public hearing reviews amended thoroughfare plan

WILMER – Wilmer City Council will hold a special city council meeting Thursday night to include a public hearing regarding an ordinance amendment to the City of Wilmer Community Plan 2030 (Comprehensive Plan).The plan was originally adopted June 18, 2009.
Republican Brian Harrison (left) received the most votes with 4,645 votes or 41%, and Republican John Wray (right) came in with 4,059 votes or 36%.

Republican Brian Harrison (left) received the most votes with 4,645 votes or 41%, and Republican John Wray (right) came in with 4,059 votes or 36%.

Gov. Abbott sets Tuesday, Sept. 28 as special runoff election for House District 10

AUSTIN – Gov. Greg Abbott set Sept. 28 for the special election runoff to replace former state Rep. Jake Ellzey, R-Waxahachie.The runoff features two Republicans: John Wray, Ellzey’s predecessor in the seat, and Brian Harrison, the former chief of staff at the U.S.
Deuntea Barber (L), Courtnie Flowers (R)

Deuntea Barber (L), Courtnie Flowers (R)

Red Oak police stop burglary in progress

RED OAK – Two 18-year-old Dallas residents were arrested last week when Red Oak police were alerted to the burglary of a home in the 200 block of Brooks Court in the city’s Waterview Farms subdivision.On Thursday, Sept. 16 at around 5 p.m.

Italy’s Gladiator Cadet Squadron organizes donations for Ida survivors

Italy, TEXAS – Hurricane Ida ripped through Louisiana on Aug. 30, leaving a wake of damage in its path.Lockport is a small town located in Lafourche Parish, Lou. and received a direct hit from the hurricane. Lafourche Parish is a proud Cajun community with deep ties – and needed help.

Gunshot death probed by Waxahachie police

WAXAHACHIE – Waxahachie police are investigating the death of a 30-year-old man, David Watts, who was shot last week in the 800 block of N. Getzendaner Street in Waxahachie.Police received a call on Sept. 19 around 8:20 p.m. by an unnamed women whose name police will not release.