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City of Wilmer joins Southern Dallas County Inland Port Transportation Management Association
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WILMER – The city of Wilmer has officially joined the Southern Dallas County Inland Port Transportation Management Association, highlighting the city’s dedication to developing and expanding transportation opportunities for Wilmer residents.
Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:28
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Waxahachie PD seek answers in death of Tanner Vaughn
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WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie Police Department is looking for clues in last week’s shooting death of 29-year-old Red Oak resident Tanner Vaughn.
Vaughn was shot on June 22 at around 10:41 p.m. in the 200 block of Monticello Drive.
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:41
Taking home first place was the Complete Supply team which included Price Bahcall, Todd Kile, Chris Ohrn and Tyler Ervine. And for the first time in event history, Stuart Dunn of the Baylor Scott & White team made a hole in one and was awarded a complimentary pass to next year’s FFL Golf Tournament.
LSEF raises $50,000
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RED OAK – More than 120 golfers teed off during Life School’s annual Fairways For Leaders Golf Tournament on June 14, raising $50,000 for the Life School Education Foundation
“We were so excited to see the great turn out and success of the golf tournament this year,” said Eddie Davis, Life...
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:21
Pastors Jared Thompson and David Johnston held a “Prayer in the Park” event last Thursday in Watkins Park.
2 churches join Prayer in the Park
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RED OAK – An estimated 40 people participated in Prayer in the Park last Thursday in Watkins Park.
The event was hosted by two church pastors, Pastor David Johnston, Highland Meadows Church and Pastor Jared Thompson of Ardent Church.
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:19
Seth Ackland of Kitchell (with remote) gives a presentation detailing the needs assessment process to county department heads (right).
Ellis County making long-range plans
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ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County’s growth spurt over the past few years has necessitated a need for some long range planning.
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:17
DPS encourages Texans to ‘Be Smart in Summer Heat’
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AUSTIN – As temperatures rise this summer, the Texas Department of Public Safety is urging the public to take extra safety precautions to avoid some common heat-related dangers, especially for vulnerable populations like children and the elderly.
“Texas summers heat up quickly.
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:14
FERRIS DEPARTMENTS MOVE TO NEW OFFICES
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FERRIS – On Monday, June 28, city departments began operating from the Farmers & Merchants State Bank Building 101 S. Main Street.
The Water Utility Billing, Municipal Courts, Building Inspections & Permitting, Planning, Zoning, and Development Services moved from the building at 104 Central Drive.
Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:11
Ellis County Judge Todd Little
OPINION: County judge speaks out about Constitutional carry
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WAXAHACHIE – Texas HB 1927 – the new constitutional carry bill – was just signed by Governor Abbott on June 16th.
As its nickname suggests, this law recognizes the constitutional right to bear arms by removing the requirement that Texans obtain a license before they are allowed to carry a handgun.
Wed, 06/23/2021 - 13:27
ROISD approves $11.5 million budget
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RED OAK – The Red Oak ISD board unanimously approved the 2021-2022 budget of $11.5 million Monday evening.
Wed, 06/23/2021 - 13:24
Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta attended Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School Awards Day last week and met with the fifth graders at the school.
Wilmer mayor visits EBJ Elementary
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WILMER – Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta attended Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School Awards Day last week and met with the fifth graders at the school. Petta offered the students strong words of encouragement as they are moving into middle school next year.
Wed, 06/23/2021 - 13:16
