Aggravated robbery at Ennis Buc-ee’s ends in Dallas

ENNIS – An unnamed 28-year-old female from Ennis was robbed of her purse and other belongings at around 8:11 a.m. on June 5 at the Buc-ee’s in Ennis, according to police.Ennis Police said the woman was robbed by four males; one adult and three juveniles, from Oklahoma.

Ferris runaway returned home

FERRIS – Alyanna Beaird, a missing female runaway from Ferris, has been found safe according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.The missing 15-year-old had disappeared on May 29 after having last been seen on May 27.

House passes Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Related Agencies Appropriations Act

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Wilmer to host 4th Annual Independence Day Celebration

WILMER – The City of Wilmer will host its 4th annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 6 to 9:45 p.m. at 201 N I-45. The city’s Independence Day Fireworks show (Sparks) will begin at 9:30 p.m. You can also tune into KBEC 1390 AM/99.

Texas Dems unite around drag, trans issues

EL PASO – While the Democratic Party of Texas may appear divided on issues like taxpayer funding of Israel’s war effort and illegal immigration via the southern border, officials and activists appear to be in concert when it comes to defending drag and advocating for transgender issues.

Commissioner’s Court recognizes Elder Abuse Prevention Month

WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County Commissioner’s Court recognized June as Elder Abuse Prevention Month at its most recent Commissioner’s Court meeting.

Rep. Carl Sherman gives Ferris High School commencement address

FERRIS – State Representative Carl Sherman returned home to Ferris High School this past weekend to give the commencement address to the Class of 2024. This is not the first time Sherman has offered the graduating seniors his words for the future, but each class benefits from his words of wisdom.

Red Oak City Council recognizes Motorcycle Awareness Month

RED OAK – Red Oak City Council recognized Motorcycle Awareness Month during its most recent city council meeting. Red Oak Police Department pointed out on average, there is one motorcyclist who dies in a crash on Texas roads every day.

National League of Cities stops in Glenn Heights Friday morning as part of 100-city roadshow celebration

GLENN HEIGHTS – The National League of Cities (NLC) will be making a stop in Glenn Heights this Friday, June 7 at 8 a.m. as part of its 100-city tour around the United States.

Texas makes list of top 3 for dog bites

DALLAS/FT WORTH  – The Dallas-Fort Worth region is among the most treacherous in Texas for USPS employees when it comes to dog attacks. In 2023, there were 39 canine attacks on mail carriers in Dallas, while 23 Fort Worth employees suffered bites. Putting the cities at No. 2 and No.