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Hope Clinic is currently located in downtown Waxahachie, but it is constructing a larger facility for future use.

Hope Clinic’s mission supported by county

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:36

ELLIS COUNTY – Hope Clinic, the only federally-qualified health center for the service area encompassing the entire county, has been servicing the needs of Ellis County residents since 1999.

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Lancaster police seek help in locating missing child

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:34

Lancaster – Providence McNeill, a 16-year-old Black Female was initially reported as a runaway on Sunday, June 27. After a thorough investigation, it was determined on Thursday, July 1, McNeill was missing and considered high risk and in danger due to mental health concerns.

CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY LAW BEGINS SEPT. 1

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:33

Starting Sept. 1, eligible Texans will be eligible to carry a handgun without a license or training. Gov. Greg Abbott signed a permitless carry bill to make this all possible. Previously, a permit was needed with required training.

Ovilla Main Street parking lot, walking trails complete soon

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:30

OVILLA – The City of Ovilla Main Street Parking Lot expansion and walking trails are in the final stages this month. The walking trails as well as directional signs and lighting are being done in phases, and the parking lot is complete – with the exception of crosswalks.

ROISD board approves budget

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:29

EDITORS NOTE: An earlier story on the ROISD budget contained errors. We apologize for the oversight. RED OAK – On June 21, the Red Oak ISD School Board approved the budget for the 2021-22 school year, totaling $76.8M.

City of Wilmer joins Southern Dallas County Inland Port Transportation Management Association

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Wed, 07/07/2021 - 13:28

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.

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Waxahachie PD seek answers in death of Tanner Vaughn

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Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:41

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.

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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Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:21

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...

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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Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:19

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.

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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Wed, 06/30/2021 - 14:17

ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County’s growth spurt over the past few years has necessitated a need for some long range planning.