Needed Ellis County Criminal Court may be blocked by Austin politics

ELLIS COUNTY – As of this writing, it is still undecided if Ellis County is getting a second criminal court.I know a number of people have been asking me to uncover that answer.After some jostling, it seems this item was apparently put into (or back into) State Rep. Jeff Leach’s HB2878.

Waxahachie’s 55th annual Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes June 7-8

Waxahachie – Celebrate the legacy, charm, and historic beauty of Waxahachie during the 55th Annual Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes, returning in 2025.

20-year-old Red Oak man charged with mother’s murder

RED OAK – On Sunday, May 25, 2025, at approximately 12:05 p.m., deputies from the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 100 block of Ridge Oak Drive in Red Oak, Ellis County, Texas, following a report of a deceased individual.

Commissioners accept attorney’s resignation

ELLIS COUNTY – At this week’s Ellis County Commissioners Court meeting, new Ellis County Judge John Wray was at the helm for the first time in his new role.The typical financial, purchasing and development items were part of the agenda.

Free breakfast, lunch for all Ferris ISD students

FERRIS – Ferris ISD qualifies for Community Eligibility Provision, (CEP). This program is a great benefit to all students and families attending Ferris ISD.

Wilmer Fire Station hosts Parkland Listening Session

WILMER – Parkland Heath held a listening session earlier this week at the City of Wilmer Fire Station.Parkland Health is exploring what necessary healthcare and support services could be needed in the Inland Port area with its continued growth.

Ellis County Sheriff helps dedicate local mural

ITALY – Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman took park in dedicating a mural last week in Italy, Texas.The mural is located on the side of Italy City Hall and honors First Responders.Landrie Reeves, a sixth grade student at Stafford Elementary, was the mural artist winner.

Gene Dillard, Western pop artist, to give demo at ECAA meeting

WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County Art Association will be hosting Gene Dillard, Texas artist, at the monthly meeting, June 2 at First Baptist Church of Waxahachie (450 US287 BYP). The public is encouraged to attend.

Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony held in Ellis County and remembrance of local fallen in DC

ELLIS COUNTY – Last week Ellis County cities and the Ellis County Sheriff’s Department recognized National Police Week with ceremonies around the area.Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman was in Washington DC during this year’s National Police Week.

Part of Hwy 287 designated as Ernest Tubb Memorial Highway

WAXAHACHIE – A portion of US Highway 287 was designated as Ernest Tubb Memorial Highway during Ellis County Judge Todd Little’s last Commissioner’s Court meeting before stepping down from his seat.