Ferris ISD superintendent, school board still under fire

FERRIS – Last month, Ferris ISD Trustee Mike Moffitt resigned from his trustee position after a Special Called school board meeting. As reported, the resignation was due to issues that included circumstances that were not revealed.

Ferris EDC offers $25,000 in matching funds to qualified businesses

FERRIS – The City of Ferris’ Economic Development Corporation announced a grant opportunity this week that adds up to $25,000-plus in matching funds for qualified local businesses.

Ferris budgets street rehabilitation project

FERRIS – In true “Distinct by Design” fashion, the City of Ferris has budgeted for and approved a large street rehabilitation project totaling approximately $2.3 million dollars for this fiscal year. This is a massive undertaking for the city after decreasing  property tax rate by $0.

ELLIS COUNTY SCAM ALERT

ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office is asking everyone to pay attention for scams involving “Jury Duty” warrants.

Ellis County breaks ground on new JP sub-courthouse

ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County broke ground on its new Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 sub-courthouse this past Friday.Reportedly, the facility is part of the Emerging Ellis County 2050 Strategic Plan.

Kidnapping victims used kitchen knife to escape

MIDLOTHIAN – Midlothian Police arrested Noah Solomon Gulzar last week on two counts of aggravated robbery – first degree felony – $250,000 bond each count, two counts of engaging in organized criminal activity with a deadly weapon – first degree felony – $250,000 bond each count, and fraudulent use...

Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election early voting details

ELLIS COUNTY – The Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election is Nov. 7, and early voting begins next week. Here’s what you need to know about the array of propositions and miscellaneous items on the ballot.  WHAT IS ON THE BALLOT Emergency Services District No.

FERRIS’ FALL FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY

FERRIS – Ferris’ 2nd annual Fall Festival is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mutz Park, 300 E. 10th Street.Wear your Halloween costumes and come enjoy a pumpkin patch along with free games, free crafts, shopping, bounce houses, food, a beer garden, and entertainment.

EARLY VOTING BEGINS OCT. 23

WHERE TO VOTE 1. Elections Office (Main Location) 204 E. Jefferson St., Waxahachie, TX 75165 2. Midlothian Conference Ctr. (Lobby)1 Community Circle Dr., Midlothian, TX 76065 3. Palmer ISD Annex Bldg. (Portable Bldg.) 303 Bulldog Way, Palmer, TX 75152 4. Ellis County Sub-Courthouse (Foyer) 207 S.

Loop 9 Phase 1 set to be completed in 2025

RED OAK – By now, most people in the Red Oak area when traveling from Red Oak to Lancaster have likely seen the construction of the 10-mile, six lane road being constructed, along with the ever-changing landscape of residential real estate in the area.