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EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (August 28, 2025)

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Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:26

ALMAThe City of Alma police made an arrest last week when during a traffic stop the individual evaded the officer on foot, tampered with evidence by attempting to destroy a glass pipe and was in possession of a controlled substance.

Hearing rescheduled to discuss stop signs

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Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:23

ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County Commissioners Court voted to amend the date for a Public Hearing set for Aug. 19 regarding the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Hoyt Circle and Hoyt Road located in County Commissioner Louis Ponder’s Precinct 3 district.

Jose Luis Molina

Struggle with motorist injures State Trooper

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Wed, 08/20/2025 - 15:37

ELLIS COUNTY – A Texas State Trooper was injured in a struggle with a motorist last Friday in Ellis County.The incident took place on Aug. 15 at approximately 3 p.m. while the DPS officer was on patrol.

Waxahachie Fire-Rescue responded to the scene of a small airplane emergency landing in a grassy area in Waxahachie late last week.

Small plane makes emergency landing

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Wed, 08/20/2025 - 15:34

WAXAHACHIE – A small airplane made an emergency landing late last week in a grassy area just off I-35 in Waxahachie near Baylor Scott & White Medical Center.The pilot, who was the only occupant in the aircraft, was not injured.

Pictured are Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price, Councilwoman Laura Jacobs, Mike Rader, his wife Marilyn and Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta.

Wilmer recognizes Mike Rader for southern Dallas development

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Wed, 08/20/2025 - 15:31

WILMER – The Wilmer City Council recognized much loved southern Dallas developer Mike Rader at a recent city council meeting, presenting him with a proclamation for his ongoing development and support of the city.Rader is the President of Prime Rail Interests, LLC and Prime 45 Development, LLC.

EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (August 21, 2025)

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Wed, 08/20/2025 - 15:27

ALMAThe City of Alma held its ordinance workshop, city council meeting and public hearing Tuesday to consider adopting a proposed tax rate for tax year 2025. The proposed tax rate is $0.250000 per $100 of value.

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STAR Transit services extended for Wilmer residents through Fall 2026

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Wed, 08/20/2025 - 15:11

WILMER – The City of Wilmer approved an Interlocal Agreement with STAR Transit for public transportation services provided to its citizens.The agreement is an extension to the services currently offered to residents and will allow for uninterrupted service through Sept. 30, 2026.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Lakeview Drive closes at US 287 in Midlothian starting Aug. 17

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Fri, 08/15/2025 - 17:26

ELLIS COUNTY - Weather permitting, Lakeview Drive crossover will permanently close at US 287 in Midlothian starting 9 p.m. Sunday, August 17.Detours are in place and delays can be expected as traffic adjusts to the new configuration.This closure is a part of a $13.

Flyer promoting unsanctioned event

Unsanctioned trail ride leaves 3 victims shot

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Wed, 08/13/2025 - 13:42

RED OAK – The Ellis County Sheriff’s Department is still looking for suspect(s) in a trail ride gone wrong last week in Red Oak.The trail ride was unsanctioned and involved a shooting, resulting in three individuals being transported to area hospitals for treatment.

Rona Stringfellow

Wilmer city administrator fired without cause

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Wed, 08/13/2025 - 13:40

WILMER – The City of Wilmer terminated its City Administrator, Rona Stringfellow, Thursday evening after five successful years with her at the helm.Stringfellow came to the city after 16 years with the City of Lancaster in a variety of roles, from City Planner to Deputy City Manager.