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Ellis County Commissioners approve vehicle purchases

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Wed, 03/27/2024 - 15:25
ELLIS COUNTY – A discussion to purchase a 2024 Ford Police Interceptor Explorer for Pct. 4 Constable Mike Jones passed the preliminary stages of purchase.  It was noted during the commissioners court presentation on this item, the vehicle is a heavy duty vehicle used on patrol.
The Ellis Appraisal District is located at 400 Ferris Ave. in Waxahachie. The Appraisal District’s Property Owner Assistance Department is available to answer questions or direct you to a staff member who can help you. The telephone number for the district is (972) 937-3552 or toll free at 1 (866) 348-3552. They will respond to e-mails sent to ecad@elliscad.com.

The Ellis Appraisal District is located at 400 Ferris Ave. in Waxahachie. The Appraisal District’s Property Owner Assistance Department is available to answer questions or direct you to a staff member who can help you. The telephone number for the district is (972) 937-3552 or toll free at 1 (866) 348-3552. They will respond to e-mails sent to ecad@elliscad.com.

How to navigate the Ellis County Appraisal District

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:22
ELLIS COUNTY – Recently, a follower contacted the paper and detailed how he found getting through the Ellis County Appraisal District website was a problem. He was trying to file an Ellis County Appraisal District 2024 business personal property rendition.
Racing image courtesy Texas Motorplex.

Racing image courtesy Texas Motorplex.

Law enforcement made drag racing event safe

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:20
ELLIS COUNTY – If you noticed an influx of high-performance street cars in the area last week, that’s because the Texas Motorplex in Ennis hosted a drag racing event from March 11 to 17.

E.C. Commissioners table appointing new members to Levee Board

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:18
ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Commissioners accepted the resignation of Jeff Johnson as member for Levee #2 Board of Directors at a commissioners court meeting earlier this month.“I can’t begin to say and appreciate Mr.
Brody the Bunny will once again be joining in the fun on Saturday, March 23 for the City of Wilmer’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Brody the Bunny will once again be joining in the fun on Saturday, March 23 for the City of Wilmer’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Wilmer’s annual Easter Egg Hunt features Brody

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:17
WILMER – This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will be held at EBJ Elementary School at 201 S. Goode Road in Wilmer on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Children up to the age of 12-years-old can get in on the fun and spend time hunting easter eggs with Brody.
Louis Ponder signs the oath of office for Commissioner Precinct 4 under the watchful eyes of County Judge Todd Little and County Clerk Krystal Valdez.

Louis Ponder signs the oath of office for Commissioner Precinct 4 under the watchful eyes of County Judge Todd Little and County Clerk Krystal Valdez.

Louis Ponder to fill Paul Perry’s seat

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Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:09
ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County Judge Todd Little named Justice Louis Ponder to the County Commissioner Pct. 3 seat left vacant after the passing of Paul Perry.Little made the announcement at Tuesday’s GOP primary victory party on March 5.
Image courtesy SAGU

Image courtesy SAGU

SAGU to become Nelson University

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Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:07
WAXAHACHIE – During the 2023 spring meeting of Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s Board of Regents, members enthusiastically voted to change the name of the university from Southwestern Assemblies of God University to Nelson University.
Navigate360 representatives Tiffany Luster and Jacqueline Beavers presented the District Award to Melody Hawkins, Michelle Ailara, Angela Fitzgerald and Beth Trimble.

Navigate360 representatives Tiffany Luster and Jacqueline Beavers presented the District Award to Melody Hawkins, Michelle Ailara, Angela Fitzgerald and Beth Trimble.

ROISD receives national award for commitment to student mental, emotional wellbeing

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Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:05
RED OAK – Red Oak ISD is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Navigate360 National District Excellence Award in recognition of its outstanding work using the company’s Suite 360 curriculum to support students’ well-being and success.

Midlothian man dies from multiple gunshots

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Mon, 03/11/2024 - 12:35
MIDLOTHIAN – Choyce Redmon, 25, died Tuesday after being shot in a home in Midlothian, police stated Friday in a news release.Officers responded a little before 9 p.m. Tuesday after a caller reported a shooting at a home in the 500 block of Chelsea Drive, near FM 1387.
Mayra Rios

Mayra Rios

Wilmer city secretary earns certification

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Mon, 03/11/2024 - 12:35
WILMER – The City of Wilmer’s City Secretary Mayra Rios (formerly Ortiz) graduated from the Texas Municipal Clerks Certification Program at the University of North Texas in January.Rios joined the City of Wilmer in 2019.