THIS WEEK IN AMERICAN HISTORY: Travis’ letter from the Alamo

FEBRUARY 24, 1836 – From the Alamo, William Barret Travis wrote and sent out his famous “Victory or Death” letter seeking reinforcements and supplies from supporters.

ROPD teams up with Dallas County to make arrest

RED OAK – The Red Oak Police identified Dallas resident Dequindrick Nelson, 29, as the suspect in last week’s burglary at the Exxon Whistle Stop in the 500 block of N. State Highway 342.

Midlothian woman finds birth parents through DNA kit

MIDLOTHIAN – A Midlothian woman who was adopted at a young age recently found her birth parents through genetic testing. Not only that – she also discovered her birth parents had married after she was born.

Democrat and Republican Joint Primary Election is March 3

ELLIS COUNTY – Democrat and Republican Joint Primary Elections are Tuesday, March 3. Early voting began this week and goes through February 28. If you aren’t sure where you can vote, visit https://www.co.ellis.tx.us/629/Upcoming-Elections for more information.

FHS cheerleaders selected to All-State team

Ferris High School senior cheerleaders Victoria Coronado, Cara King and Jasmine Peery were selected to the TGCA Academic All-State team for cheerleading for 2019-20.

Ferris High School Cadet Police Academy places in 2019-2020 TPSA

On Feb. 8, the Ferris High School Cadet Police Academy (FHSPA) competed at the 2019-2020 TPSA (Texas Public Service Association Northeast) Regional Conference in Rockwall. Ferris took eight students – six as competitors and two as volunteers.

Ellis County gets new radio system

WAXAHACHIE – Ellis County is getting a new radio system, and it is expected to be in place by later this year or early 2021. It is a safety precaution that current Ellis County Sheriff Chuck Edge feels “is a public and first responder safety issue.

Wilmer welcomes new city administrator

WILMER – The City of Wilmer welcomed its new city administrator on Feb. 1. Rona Stringfellow hails from the neighboring city of Lancaster, where she spent the last 15 years in a range of jobs.