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Ellis County breaks ground on new JP sub-courthouse

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Wed, 10/25/2023 - 11:21
ELLIS COUNTY – Ellis County broke ground on its new Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 sub-courthouse this past Friday.Reportedly, the facility is part of the Emerging Ellis County 2050 Strategic Plan.
Noah Solomon Gulzar

Noah Solomon Gulzar

Kidnapping victims used kitchen knife to escape

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Wed, 10/18/2023 - 17:41
MIDLOTHIAN – Midlothian Police arrested Noah Solomon Gulzar last week on two counts of aggravated robbery – first degree felony – $250,000 bond each count, two counts of engaging in organized criminal activity with a deadly weapon – first degree felony – $250,000 bond each count, and fraudulent use...

Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election early voting details

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Wed, 10/18/2023 - 17:39
ELLIS COUNTY – The Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election is Nov. 7, and early voting begins next week. Here’s what you need to know about the array of propositions and miscellaneous items on the ballot.  WHAT IS ON THE BALLOT Emergency Services District No.

FERRIS’ FALL FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY

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Wed, 10/18/2023 - 17:33
FERRIS – Ferris’ 2nd annual Fall Festival is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mutz Park, 300 E. 10th Street.Wear your Halloween costumes and come enjoy a pumpkin patch along with free games, free crafts, shopping, bounce houses, food, a beer garden, and entertainment.

EARLY VOTING BEGINS OCT. 23

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Wed, 10/18/2023 - 17:31
WHERE TO VOTE 1. Elections Office (Main Location) 204 E. Jefferson St., Waxahachie, TX 75165 2. Midlothian Conference Ctr. (Lobby)1 Community Circle Dr., Midlothian, TX 76065 3. Palmer ISD Annex Bldg. (Portable Bldg.) 303 Bulldog Way, Palmer, TX 75152 4. Ellis County Sub-Courthouse (Foyer) 207 S.
Loop 9 linking Interstate Highway 35E in Red Oak to IH-45 north of Ferris is expected to be completed in 2025. Above is construction of Loop 9 viewed looking east from Ferris Road north of Ferris.

Loop 9 linking Interstate Highway 35E in Red Oak to IH-45 north of Ferris is expected to be completed in 2025. Above is construction of Loop 9 viewed looking east from Ferris Road north of Ferris.

Loop 9 Phase 1 set to be completed in 2025

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Wed, 10/11/2023 - 15:50
RED OAK – By now, most people in the Red Oak area when traveling from Red Oak to Lancaster have likely seen the construction of the 10-mile, six lane road being constructed, along with the ever-changing landscape of residential real estate in the area.
Dr. David Belding

Dr. David Belding

Midlothian ISD welcomes new superintendent

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Wed, 10/11/2023 - 15:48
MIDLOTHIAN – Midlothian’s new Superintendent, Dr. David Belding, was unanimously named Superintendent of Schools of Midlothian ISD by the Board of Trustees during its Sept. 18 meeting.Belding officially began his new position on Oct.
Mark Varsel

Mark Varsel

Former ECP reporter honored for years of public service

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Wed, 10/11/2023 - 15:45
PALMER – At the recent joint meeting of the Palmer City Council and the Palmer Economic Development Corporation, Mayor Kenneth Bateman took a moment to award outgoing PEDC President Mark Varsel with a plaque recognizing his 19 years of public service serving on the Board of the PEDC.

TSTC RECEIVES $3 MILLION GRANT

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Wed, 10/11/2023 - 15:43
WACO – Texas State Technical College has been awarded the Title V Developing Hispanic Serving Institutions grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant assists low-income and Hispanic students, ensuring they will have access to an equal opportunity in higher education.