Ennis police search for man involved in theft/fraud/burglary

ENNIS – The Ennis Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a theft/fraud/burglary suspect.The suspect has been caught on camera and was involved in incidents that took place in both June and July, 2022.

SALES TAX HOLIDAY IS AUG. 5-7

AUSTIN – Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5-7.

City of Ferris receives AA- Bond Rating

FERRIS – The City of Ferris received a “AA-” long-term rating last month by S&P Global Ratings, which is the largest and most respected of the “Big Three” credit rating agencies.

Waxahachie man barricades himself to avoid aggravated assault warrant

WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie Police Department served a warrant last Wednesday morning at approximately 10:45 a.m. in the 100 block of Northgate Drive at the University Gardens Apartments.

Wilmer summer reading program wraps up

WILMER – The City of Wilmer E.M. Gilliam Memorial Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will officially end this week. The last formal program will the End of Summer Reading Party on Thursday, July 28.

SPCA distemper issue affecting Ellis County

ELLIS COUNTY – An item on the July 12 Ellis County Commissioners Court agenda will be addressed again this week regarding animal control and issues currently taking place because of the SPCA’s ongoing refusal to accept incoming animals due to a recent distemper outbreak.

RO issues mandatory water restrictions

RED OAK – The City of Red Oak issued a Mandatory Stage 2 level water restriction advisory for all water customers in the city. The advisory went into effect July 14. • No watering during the day between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Supply chain issues delay elementary school opening

ELLIS COUNTY – An elementary school in Ellis County is delaying its opening due to global supply chain issues, according to a statement from the Midlothian ISD.“Global supply chain issues have provided a setback to the construction of Jean Coleman Elementary.

LIVE MORTAR SHELL FOUND NEAR ITALY

ELLIS COUNTY – An old military issue mortar shell was found Sunday near the town of Italy, Texas.The mortar shell, which was determined to be live, was found near Chambers Creek at Highway 77 around 12:43 p.m.

Commissioners table appointing new Ellis County Local Health Authority

ELLIS COUNTY – Dr. Leigh Nordstrom was suggested for reappointed at the recent Ellis County Commissioners Court for another two years.The appointment to the seat of Ellis County Local Health Authority begins on July 1, 2022 and ends June 30, 2024.