National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 26

Ellis County – On Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local law enforcement, Reach Council, and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country.

Prepare for Nov. 5 elections (updated October 24, 2024)

ELLIS COUNTY – There has never been a more important election than the General and Special Elections to be held on Nov. 5, 2024.Monday was the last day to register to vote and the last day to apply for a ballot by mail is Friday, Oct. 25.

TEXAS EMERGENCY CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM SEEKING DONATIONS

Texas Emergency Crisis Response Team, a volunteer, nonprofit organization of chaplains in Texas, is seeking donations.TECRT  provides training and responds to mass shooting involving schools and churches and more.

Waxahachie raises $26,000 to fight Alzheimer’s Disease

WAXAHACHIE – Ellis County residents participated in this year’s Ellis County Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in downtown Waxahachie over the weekend. Participants raised $26,000 to support the care, support and research programs of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Brandon Hixson releases new album ‘Room With A View’

ENNIS – Brandon Hixson released a brand-new album on Oct. 18. Hixson’s new release, “Room With A View,” features eight brand new songs written and produced by Brandon Hixson. He serves as the Worship Pastor at Tabernacle Church in Ennis.

Disaster tax relief extension looms close

It’s not too late to file your tax return this year – that is, if you live in any areas granted extensions due to the impact of natural disasters last year. Nov. 1 is looming close for many, there’s still some time to file them.

Admiral Nimitz Foundation announces CEO retirement

FREDERICKSBURG – The Admiral Nimitz Foundation announced the retirement of President & CEO Michael W. Hagee and the appointment of Steven L. Salazar, currently of San Antonio, as its new chief executive.

Autumn member show set for Nov. 9

WAXAHACHIE – Artwork from artists from all over Ellis County will be on display at The Hamilton at Garden Valley in Waxahachie Nov. 9.The public is encouraged to attend.The Autumn Member Show will be from 1-5 p.m., and the art will be for sale.

Waxahachie FFA participates State Fair’s Ag Awareness Day

DALLAS – Waxahachie FFA participated in the State Fair’s Ag Awareness Day and donated over 280 canned food items to support the North Texas Food Bank, aligning with the FFA’s and Fair’s mission of agriculture, education, and community involvement.

Ray Hunnicutt selected as 2024 Distinguished ROHS Alumni

RED OAK – Since 2004, the Red Oak High School Alumni Association has selected and celebrated a Distinguished Alumni. This year’s recipient is Raymond Hunnicutt, the 1990 Red Oak HS Salutatorian and a career NASA aerospace engineer.Mr.