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Deborah Carter

People-First Leadership drives growth at Access Self Storage

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Wed, 10/15/2025 - 16:13

DALLAS – Access Self Storage President Doug Hunt has long believed growth starts with people, and Regional Manager Deborah Carter is helping carry that forward.

Laura Russell

Laura Russell passes away

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Wed, 10/15/2025 - 16:08

WILMER – Laura Russell, dispatcher, dedicated over 27 years of her life to serving the City of Wilmer and our community has passed away.

Texas Education Agency

TEA investigates ISD complaints regarding Charlie Kirk

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Wed, 10/15/2025 - 15:52

ELLIS COUNTY – There were no ISD’s in Ellis County named in the 127 school districts in Texas being investigated by The Texas Education Agency in the aftermath of the death of Turning Point’s political speaker Charlie Kirk.

Jesse Rodriguez expresses thanks for raising $20k in scholarships

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Wed, 10/15/2025 - 15:50

Because of you – your prayers, generosity, kindness, involvement, and unwavering support – the 4th Annual Robert F. Rodriguez Leadership Foundation Scholarship Benefit was a huge success.Together, we raised enough to award $20,000 in scholarships to students this school year!

Plein Air Art Show and Sale

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Calling all artists: Win big in the 18th Annual Paint Historic Waxahachie Plein Air Competition

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Wed, 10/15/2025 - 15:46

The 18th annual Paint Historic Waxahachie Plein Air Paint Out is now accepting artist entries, with the deadline extended to Nov. 1.This highly anticipated event offers over $8,000 in cash prizes, merchandise and art supplies to winners.Artists interested in participating can register online at www.

Brent Alan Murphy

Car theft suspect arrested

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Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:57

WAXAHACHIE – The Waxahachie Criminal Investigation Division recently determined reports of vehicles being stolen in the Pimlico neighborhood near U.S. Highway 287 was part of a bigger investigation that involved similar crimes in Dallas, Midlothian, Cedar Hill, Red Oak, and DeSoto.

The Rural Heritage Farm serves as a living testament to the resilience and contributions for the people of the area. It also provides educational and cultural opportunities for present and future generations. Submitted photo.

County Commissioners Court support Rural Heritage Farm as a Texas Historical Site

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Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:54

ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Commissioners Court read a resolution in support of the recognizing of the Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm as a possible Texas Historical Site.

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Atmos Energy committed to helping Ellis County families

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Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:46

ELLIS COUNTY – Atmos Energy is committed to helping Ellis County families this winter.Worried about paying your natural gas bill this winter there may be help.Atmos Energy recently donated $1.

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Ellis County, Texas Constitutional Amendment, Joint Elections scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 4

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Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:41

KEY DATES & INFORMATIONLast Day to Apply for a Ballot by Mail: Friday, October 24, 2025Early Voting Period: October 20–25 and October 27–31, 2025Voting will be available at six (6) early voting polling locations.Main Early Voting Location: Ellis County Woman’s Building407 W Jefferson St.

EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (October 9, 2025)

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Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:27

ALMAAlma Mayor Renee Jones has announced residents should mark their calendars and be part of the greatest night in December. The city is calling all businesses to hold a toy drive at their offices, restaurants, gyms, salons, etc. for the Dec. 8 toy drop night.