BY RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
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ALMA
Alma’s Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Fill the Boot for Toys for Tots drive with every dollar donated going directly to help children in Ellis County have a brighter holiday season. The event will be Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at I-45 & FM 1183 in Alma.
BARDWELL
At the last Bardwell City Council meeting, an ordinance was discussed for liens being placed against real property of utility customers with delinquent utility bills as well as selecting a collection agency.
ENNIS
The Ennis Library congratulated resident, Ms. Booher last week with a Happy 100th birthday message. As the library’s oldest patron she said never stop reading.
FERRIS
Ferris will host an adult fall craft event on Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ferris Public Library, 301 E. 10th Street.
GARRETT
Garrett is canceling its Christmas in the Park event this year due to multiple other cities scheduling events on the same day and not enough vendor interest.
The event was scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6 at Garrett City Park. Those who paid for a vendor spot will be refunded.
GLENN HEIGHTS
Due to an overwhelming number of applicants for the Season of Service program in Glenn Heights, the applications have reached capacity and no further applications can be accepted.
ITALY
Italy invites all residents to participate in its Community Survey to help guide future planning efforts. Share your input on what you love about the community and what improvements you would like to see. Take the survey at survey.alchemer.com/s3/8451698/Italy-Community-Survey.
MAYPEARL
Maypearl will have its Toys for Tots toy drive now through Dec. 1st. You can bring new, unwrapped toys to City Hall at 104 E Second Street.
MIDLOTHIAN
Midlothian’s Parks & Recreation announces the city’s annual Christmas Celebration with festivities and a Light-up parade on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 1 to 8 p.m. at 215 N. 8th Street. The festival begins at 1 p.m., followed by the Light-up Parade themed Christmas Movie Magic. Expect selfies with Santa, crafts, letters to Santa, and entertainment.
MILFORD
Milford has partnered with Nexbill Pay to launch a new online payment portal with enhanced features, including online payments, auto payments, text to pay directly from your phone, account access to view balance, payment history, and more and Milford customers will also have the option to pay their bills by phone calling: (866) 583-0823.
Click new.nexbillpay.net/cityofmilfordtx/BillPay/SignIn to log in, sign up, or make a quick one-time payment and if you have questions call City Hall at (972) 493-3161.
OAK LEAF
The next Oak Leaf City Council meeting will be Dec. 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
OVILLA
The City of Ovilla invites everyone to join for its annual Christmas in the Park celebration on Thursday, December 4 at 6 p.m. at Heritage Park. The special evening will bring together the community to celebrate the joy of the season, meet neighbors, visit with elected leaders, members of the Ovilla Service League, and city staff members including police, fire, and EMS. There will be music, a tree lighting ceremony, pictures with Santa, refreshments provided by the Ovilla Service League, and more.
PALMER
The Palmer Holly Jolly Christmas Bash will be held in downtown Palmer at Jefferson Street and Main Street on Dec. 6. The festival will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. with Santa pictures, bounce houses, face painting and hot chocolate. The light parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the tree lighting at 7 p.m.
If you are Interested in setting up a booth at the city’s Christmas Event contact Erin Zaidle at (972) 449-3160 ext 2 or ezaidle@ci.palmer.tx.us.
PECAN HILL
Pecan Hill October City Council meeting was canceled for lack of agenda items. No word on if this will be the case in Nov. as well.
RED OAK
Kick of the holiday season in Red Oak on Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at Watkins Park. The festivities begin with the holiday parade, as well as live entertainment, and free photos with Santa. Warm up with s’mores and hot chocolate, shop unique vendors, make your own wreath, and soak up all the holiday magic with friends and family.
WAXAHACHIE
Dunkin’ Donuts, located at 2110 N US Hwy 77, Suite 130, is officially open.
