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Man convicted for killing friend with a hammer
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WAXAHACHIE – Trenton Adams, 31, of Avalon, was convicted of capital murder by a jury and sentenced to life in prison without parole.Ellis County and District Attorney Ann Montgomery announced the verdict this week.
Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:26
Cade Nolen of Waxahachie, a member of Ellis County 4-H, caught a calf during the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. Nolen’s award was sponsored by ValleyView Energy LLC.
Ellis County youth win at FWSS&R scramble
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FORT WORTH – Cade Nolen of Waxahachie, a member of Ellis County 4-H, caught a calf during the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. Nolen’s parents are Katy and Charlie Nolen.
Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:23
The Grand Baby Project recently sent new outfits over for the babies. Coordinating bows and onesies with cheerful patterns were delivered to the community.
Arabella launches partnership with The Grand Baby Project
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RED OAK – In December 2023, Arabella of Red Oak launched a valuable partnership with The Grand Baby Project, a charity that provides life-like therapy dolls to seniors with dementia.
Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:19
Photo courtesy The San Antonio Express
How has the safety and security of HB3 changed the ISD landscape in Ellis County?
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FERRIS – With Uvalde on everyone’s mind again this past week, it is a suitable time to check in and see what the various ISD districts in Ellis County have done since HB3 went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 18:13
PROPOSED MUD DISTRICTS UNDER FIRE
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ENNIS – The Citizens against Ellis County Muds Town Hall meeting will be Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. at SPJST Hall, 1901 E. Ennis Avenue in Ennis.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 18:05
Earline Jackson Park, currently under construction in Ferris, will use a safer infill for its artificial turf.
City of Ferris implements safer infill for artificial turf, puts safety first
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Ferris – Beginning at Earline Jackson Park, the City of Ferris will utilize a safer infill alternative over traditional rubber tire infill for new artificial turf installation.Artificial turf, known for its low maintenance and durability, has been a subject of concern due to potential health risks.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 17:29
Images courtesy Alamo Letter Society
Ellis County Courthouse to be first to install plaque from Alamo Letter Society
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ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County Judge Todd Little has been named County Chair by the Alamo Letter Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 17:19
Ennis Town Hall meeting focuses on city’s future
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ENNIS – The Ennis Chamber of Commerce and the chamber’s CEO Geoeffery Williams were the sponsors of Ennis’ town hall meeting last week, which drew in a large crowd interested in the city’s current and future growth.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 17:14
Congressman Jake Ellzey (R-TX)
Congressman Ellzey signs on to Trump v. Anderson Amicus Brief
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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Ellzey joined his colleagues in filing a Supreme Court amicus brief in the case Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson.In the case of Trump v. Anderson, the U.S.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 17:08
CANDIDATE FORUM SET FOR JAN. 25
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WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County Republican Women Candidate Forum on Jan. 25 will not be broadcast on KBEC as previously announced. KBEC said their broadcast unit has been damaged and won’t be repaired in time for the forum.Ken Roberts will still be facilitating the event.
Wed, 01/24/2024 - 16:57
