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City of Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta.

City of Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta.

Wilmer Mayor receives Texas Municipal League’s CMO designation

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Tue, 11/25/2025 - 16:01
 WILMER – Wilmer’s Mayor Sheila Petta recently earned a Certified Municipal Official  designation from the Texas Municipal League.The achievement is the compilation of 72 hours of advanced municipal training in areas such as governance, leadership, finance, and ethics.
Audrey Hatfield. Photo courtesy Megan Gray-Hatfield.

Audrey Hatfield. Photo courtesy Megan Gray-Hatfield.

Party Mouse in “The Nutcracker”

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Tue, 11/25/2025 - 15:56
Audrey Hatfield, 6, tries on a party mouse costume at Chamberlain School of Ballet in Plano as she prepares for her debut in the school’s Thanksgiving weekend production of “The Nutcracker.
Image courtesy Google

Image courtesy Google

Ellis County to benefit from Google Data Centers $40B investment in Texas

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:45
 MIDLOTHIAN – Ellis County will most certainly benefit from Google Data Centers recent $40B investment Texas.The commitment is said to be through 2027, and the investment will not only include new data centers, but also energy projects and workforce development.
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Image courtesy Freepik.com

Inmate found dead in Ellis County jail

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:28
 WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County Sheriff’s Department recently released news that an inmate had died while incarcerated at the Wayne McCollum Detention Center.The incident happened on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in the early morning hours.
Maypearl ISD Superintendent Richie Bowling

Maypearl ISD Superintendent Richie Bowling

Maypearl ISD Superintendent leaving post after 10 years

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:23
 MAYPEARL – Maypearl ISD Superintendent Richie Bowling gave notice to the district on Nov. 10 that he would be leaving his job.Bowling has been with the district for 10 years.Bowling is heading back to Howe, Texas after being named the lone finalist for Howe ISD superintendent.
Midlothian Police Department’s Detective Senad Deranjic was recently recognized by Texas Senator Royce West. Submitted photo.

Midlothian Police Department’s Detective Senad Deranjic was recently recognized by Texas Senator Royce West. Submitted photo.

Sen. West, Midlothian PD work to protect residents from crime

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:19
 MIDLOTHIAN – Midlothian Police Department’s Detective Senad Deranjic was recently recognized by Texas State Senator Royce West (District 23).
K9 Bandit. Photo courtesy Red Oak Police Department

K9 Bandit. Photo courtesy Red Oak Police Department

Red Oak K9 receives body armor

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:15
 RED OAK – Red Oak Police Department’s K9 hero Bandit recently received a donation of body armor.K9 Bandit received a bullet and stab protective vest through a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
Submitted photo

Submitted photo

Bristol General Store featured on the popular TV show, “The Texas Bucket List”

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Thu, 11/20/2025 - 13:02
 BRISTOL – The Bristol General Store was featured on the popular TV show “The Texas Bucket List” Sunday.Known for its small-town charm, friendly faces, and famous sushi, the Bristol General Store has become a local favorite and a must stop destination for travelers exploring the heart of Texas.