GOP propositions for Texas’ next legislative session

 ELLIS COUNTY – The Republican Party of Texas has announced 10 GOP propositions that will appear on the March 3, 2026, Republican Primary Election ballot.These items were approved as of Sept, 6 by the State Republican Executive Committee in a 59-3 vote with two members absent from voting.

Waxahachie Fire-Rescue deploys 3 members to West Texas

 WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie Fire-Rescue recently deployed three of its members to West Texas to help with potential extreme fire weather conditions.

Commissioners deal with potential litigation

 WAXAHACHIE – Two items resulted in Executive Session before a vote at the Ellis County Commissioner’s Court meeting last week.Both items were related to the contemplation for litigation.Commissioners unanimously approved action to be taken by D.

Waxahachie City Hall road repair on hold

 WAXAHACHIE – To date, Waxahachie has not been able to obtain the approval for City Hall road repair at Fifth Street and Morton.This item to obtain approval for repair will be addressed at the Jan. 12, 2026 city council meeting, requiring an official vote for the repair to be done.

CITY OF FERRIS Q&A: Why road construction does not start immediately after a bond election

If voters approved a bond in November, why have residents not seen crews on their street yet, and what did the bond vote actually authorize?

2026 ELECTIONS: Key dates for the 2026 Republican, Democratic Primary Elections and who is running

 Election day is Tuesday, March 3, 2026.Early voting begins Tuesday, Feb. 17 to Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.Last day to register to vote is Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.Last Day to apply for a ballot by mail is Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

Ferris train fatality claims two lives

 FERRIS – A train accident on Thursday, Dec. 18 took the lives of two people and injured a third.Reports indicate the driver, a 21-year-old female, foolishly tried to beat an oncoming train a the crossing at West 3rd Street around 10:30 a.m.

Ovilla Heritage Park Construction begins

 OVILLA – Heritage Park is undergoing its news ADA Improvements.The improvements began at Heritage Park, 675 Main Street, this past Tuesday, Dec. 17.Construction crews are working on an ADA-compliant ramp and a new pathway connection to the existing restroom facilities at the park.

TEA financial integrity ratings for 2024-2025

 ELLIS COUNTY – Last month on November 13 the Texas Education Agency announced the 2024-2025 Financial Integrity or FIRST ratings for Texas public schools.At that time 81% of school systems earned an ‘A’ or Superior Achievement rating for the 2024-2025 school year.

Commissioners nix tax abatement changes

 WAXAHACHIE – A requested tax abatement guideline change involving Weston Holladay LLC’s data center project in Red Oak’s Reinvestment Zone was unsuccessful last week at Ellis County Commissioners Court.