Ellzey votes against releasing congressional sexual-misconduct investigation records

  ELLIS COUNTY – In a vote last week, alongside not only disgraced Texas Republican lawmaker Tony Gonzales, who is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee following allegations of a sexual relationship with a former staffer who died by suicide in September 2025, but also Democratic U.S.

City of Ferris Mayor Pro Tem Tommy Scott inducted into the Ellis County African American Hall of Fame

  WAXAHACHIE – The Ellis County African American Hall of Fame Museum and Library held its annual induction in early 2026, honoring several community members, including Tommy Scott of Ferris, on Saturday, Feb. 28. Scott serves as the Mayor Pro Tem for the City of Ferris.

Waxahachie historic tax incentive deadline is March 15

  WAXAHACHIE – The deadline for Waxahachie’s historic tax incentive deadline is Sunday, March 15. Iincentives are offered for historic residential and commercial properties to encourage property owners to maintain the historical integrity of the city’s resources.

EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (March 12, 2026)

  BARDWELL Bardwell’s cleanup day will be April 25 from 9 a.m. to noon.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: What will you do when you wake up in Hickory? (part 2)

  Welcome to the “Front-Porch.

OUT TO PASTOR: Just honing my old goat skills

  I’m rather new to this getting-old stage of life. Up to now, all my life has been young and innocent. Unfortunately, those days have passed. It’s hard to get adjusted to old age because I’ve never experienced it before. I remember when I was young, all of the fun that I had.

Why older adults should focus on eye health now

STATEPOINT – As you age, it’s important to keep an eye on your vision. According to one study, one-third of all cases of cataracts, open-angle glaucoma and early AMD occur in those 80 years old or older.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (March 12, 2026)

  Join us Monday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Hook & Needle! Needlework enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to bring their current projects and enjoy a relaxing morning of crafting and conversation.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (March 3 – 9)

Barrera, Christopher, 40, theft prop >=$100<$750. Swain, Wendy, 49, theft prop >=$750<$2500 Hopkins, Tedrick, 34, engaging in organized criminal activity, traffic offense, traffic offense, traffic offense. Pedrin, James, 37, sex offender’s duty to register w/prev conviction.

WILMER ARRESTS (March 1 – 8)

King, April, 27, warrant arrest other agency. Morales, Marisela, 35, warrant arrest other agency. Diaz, Ulices, 26, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g. Perez-Leon, Edward, 21, poss CS pg 2 >= 1g <4g. Gallegos, Carlos, 22, warrant arrest other agency.