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Ferris shot-putter breaks school record

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Thu, 04/04/2024 - 14:28

Ferris HS senior LaDamian Blue made history on Thursday, March 21, by breaking the FHS shot-put record during a track meet held at Ferris High School.Blue’s throw of 46 feet, 7 inches surpassed the previous record of 45 feet, 11 inches, set by Xavier Gipson in 2021.Congratulations to Mr.

Tax abatement hearing set for 288 acres in Red Oak

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Thu, 04/04/2024 - 14:25

ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Commissioner’s Court is considering the approval of a Tax Abatement Agreement with Databank Datacenters DFW III LLC, the owner and applicant for a property located in Reinvestment Zone No. 12, in Red Oak.

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Murder suspect still at large

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Wed, 03/27/2024 - 15:31

ENNIS – A suspect is still at large after a shooting Sunday morning at 2 a.m. outside of a residence at 1212 Grace Circle in Ennis.A 55-year man from Rice, Texas whose name has not been released, was found unresponsive when officers arrived.

Located at 615 N I-35E in Red Oak, the roughly 80,000 sq-ft entertainment center has 12 movie screens and offers bowling, an arcade, pickleball, a climbing wall, bocce ball and yard games.

Red Oak entertainment center now open

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Wed, 03/27/2024 - 15:29

RED OAK – The family-owned-and-operated B&B Theatres is finally open at 609 N. Interstate 35 East Service Road in Red Oak. Over the last few weeks there were test nights offered to media and influencers, and last week an opening gala.

Ingram Teacher of the Month Jacqueline Vega, with Ingram Principal Mandy Allen.

FERRIS ISD TEACHERS OF THE MONTH

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Wed, 03/27/2024 - 15:27

Photo not available for McDonald Teacher of the Month Susan Glaeser by press time.

Ellis County Commissioners approve vehicle purchases

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Wed, 03/27/2024 - 15:25

ELLIS COUNTY – A discussion to purchase a 2024 Ford Police Interceptor Explorer for Pct. 4 Constable Mike Jones passed the preliminary stages of purchase. It was noted during the commissioners court presentation on this item, the vehicle is a heavy duty vehicle used on patrol.

The Ellis Appraisal District is located at 400 Ferris Ave. in Waxahachie. The Appraisal District’s Property Owner Assistance Department is available to answer questions or direct you to a staff member who can help you. The telephone number for the district is (972) 937-3552 or toll free at 1 (866) 348-3552. They will respond to e-mails sent to ecad@elliscad.com.

How to navigate the Ellis County Appraisal District

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:22

ELLIS COUNTY – Recently, a follower contacted the paper and detailed how he found getting through the Ellis County Appraisal District website was a problem. He was trying to file an Ellis County Appraisal District 2024 business personal property rendition.

Racing image courtesy Texas Motorplex.

Law enforcement made drag racing event safe

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:20

ELLIS COUNTY – If you noticed an influx of high-performance street cars in the area last week, that’s because the Texas Motorplex in Ennis hosted a drag racing event from March 11 to 17.

E.C. Commissioners table appointing new members to Levee Board

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:18

ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Commissioners accepted the resignation of Jeff Johnson as member for Levee #2 Board of Directors at a commissioners court meeting earlier this month.“I can’t begin to say and appreciate Mr.

Brody the Bunny will once again be joining in the fun on Saturday, March 23 for the City of Wilmer’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Wilmer’s annual Easter Egg Hunt features Brody

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Wed, 03/20/2024 - 13:17

WILMER – This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will be held at EBJ Elementary School at 201 S. Goode Road in Wilmer on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Children up to the age of 12-years-old can get in on the fun and spend time hunting easter eggs with Brody.