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SPJST members from Ellis County collaborated with others in SPJST District Three on June 29, raising $1,900 for the West Warriors Kids Foundation.

SPJST members from Ellis County collaborated with others in SPJST District Three on June 29, raising $1,900 for the West Warriors Kids Foundation.

SPJST District 3 Rally raises $1,897 for West Warriors Kids Foundation

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Wed, 07/09/2025 - 14:50
ELLIS COUNTY – SPJST (Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas) members from Ellis County collaborated with others in SPJST District Three on June 29, raising $1,900 for the West Warriors Kids Foundation.

USS INDIANAPOLIS TRIBUTE TO HONOR LIVES LOST AND LESSONS LEARNED

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Wed, 07/09/2025 - 14:45
On Wednesday, July 30, the National Museum of the Pacific War will host a special tribute to honor the crew of the USS Indianapolis, whose final mission led to one of the most tragic and defining moments in U.S. Naval history.The tribute begins at 1 p.m.

Documentary screening sheds light on forgotten POWs of Hiroshima

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Wed, 07/09/2025 - 14:45
FREDERICKSBURG – On Saturday, Aug. 2, the National Museum of the Pacific War will host two special screenings of the award-winning documentary “Paper Lanterns,” a powerful exploration of remembrance, resilience, and reconciliation in the wake of the Hiroshima atomic bombing.
The Midlothian training class was led by Midlothian Commander Timothy Hicks and Officer Darren Burkhart.

The Midlothian training class was led by Midlothian Commander Timothy Hicks and Officer Darren Burkhart.

Civilian response to active shooter training held by Midlothian PD

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Wed, 07/02/2025 - 14:28
MIDLOTHIAN – This past Saturday, I attended the Midlothian Police Department’s Civilian Response to Actor Shooter Events training.The strategy is based on the Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD) tactic developed by ALERRT (Advance Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training) in 2004.
Constituents came from all over Texas including Midland, Waco, Austin, and Tyler to hear State Representative Brian Harrison’s 89th session wrap-up.

Constituents came from all over Texas including Midland, Waco, Austin, and Tyler to hear State Representative Brian Harrison’s 89th session wrap-up.

89th Legislative wrap-up draws hundreds to State Rep. Harrison’s event

Ellis123
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 14:23
MIDLOTHIAN – Constituents came from all over Texas including Midland, Waco, Austin, and Tyler to hear State Representative Brian Harrison’s 89th session wrap-up.Even the Vice-Chair of the Republican Party of Texas, D’rinda Randall, attended a long with 250 concerned Texas this past Friday.

Ennis PD warns of another scam

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Wed, 07/02/2025 - 14:20
ENNIS – Another scam alert and it seems each week scams increase in number and complexity. Ennis Police reported at its Facebook page, “With advancements in technology, scammers are discovering new ways to trick individuals into revealing their personal information.

Midlothian PD seeking 3 burglary suspects

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Wed, 07/02/2025 - 14:12
MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Police Department is asking for residents help to identify three burglary suspects involved in a multiple warehouse theft.The incident happened on Thursday, May 26 at 1:05 a.m. at the Gateway 67 Logistics Center.
Elijahwah McCowan (left) and Edward Wilds (right, from Palmer), two HVAC Technology students at TSTC’s North Texas campus, repair a mini-split system for the campus’s IT room.

Elijahwah McCowan (left) and Edward Wilds (right, from Palmer), two HVAC Technology students at TSTC’s North Texas campus, repair a mini-split system for the campus’s IT room.

HVAC Technology students get real-world experience repairing air conditioning

Ellis123
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:59
RED OAK – When the air conditioning system in the information technology room at Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus needed some repairs, HVAC Technology instructor Jarrod Tawney turned it into an assignment for two standout students, Elijahwah McCowan and Edward Wilds.

Brookshire Brothers launches curbside pickup service in Maypearl

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Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:18
MAYPEARL – Grocery shopping in Maypearl just got a lot easier thanks to Brookshire Brothers. The employee-owned, regional grocery company launched Brookshire Brothers Anywhere, its premiere curbside pickup service, on Sunday, June 15.
Brian Birdwell, Texas Senate District 22

Brian Birdwell, Texas Senate District 22

Sen. Brian Birdwell will not seek re-election

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Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:18
To the Citizens of Senate District 22:Today I inform you of my decision not to seek re-election for another term as your State Senator.It has been the high honor of my life, on par with commanding United States soldiers, to serve my fellow Texans for over 15 years.