LEGAL NOTICE: Notice to creditors of the estate of Cynthia Gay Harrell Hess, deceased

Publish one time in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.

TABC LEGAL NOTICE: Application made for Wine Only Package Store for 7-Eleven Convenience Store #42691A, Midlothian, Ellis County, TX

Publish 2 times in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, and Thursday, Feb.5, 2026.An application has been made for a Wine Only Package Store for Zarah and Jayden Business Group Inc., Texas Corporation, d/b/a 7-Eleven Convenience Store #42691A, located at 3920 W. US Hwy.

CITATION BY PUBLICATION: Cause No. 119307 the State of Texas to unknown heirs at law of Galen R. Bush, deceased

Publish 4 times in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, Thursday, Feb.5, 2026, Thursday, Feb.12, 2026 and Thursday, Feb.19, 2026. CAUSE NO. 119307CITATION BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF TEXAS: TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF GALEN R.

CITATION BY PUBLICATION: Cause No. 119040 the State of Texas to the unknown heirs at law of Arthur S. Holliday, deceased

Publish 4 times in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, Thursday, Feb.5, 2026, Thursday, Feb.12, 2026 and Thursday, Feb.19, 2026.CAUSE NO. 119040CITATION BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF TEXAS: TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF ARTHUR S.

Wilhelm sworn in as judge for new Ellis County 504th District Court

 ELLIS COUNTY – Judge Greg Wilhelm was officially sworn in last week and is now serving as judge of the county’s new 504th District Court.Wilhem was sworn in at the Midlothian Conference Center alongside his wife, Monica Wilhelm.“Last night was a milestone I will never forget,” Wilhelm said.

Palmer shooting leads to multiple arrests

 PALMER – Jesus Hernandez, 23, of Palmer, was arrested following a shooting investigation by the Ellis County Sheriff’s Department.Hernandez was charged with four counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, as well as felon in possession of a firearm.

Dead body discovered during welfare check

 WAXAHACHIE – Ellis County Sheriff’s Department was called to the 4200 block of FM 876 near Waxahachie regarding a welfare check involving an elderly couple last week, Jan. 13.

EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (January 22, 2026)

 BARDWELLBardwell’s next City Council meeting will be held on Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. at City Hall. Anyone wishing to speak at the meeting must call the office at least five business days before the meeting and ask the City Secretary to add it to the agenda.

TASTE: Mix a little luck into your big game menu

FAMILY FEATURES – Picture this: Your team is down three points, but the taste of victory is just one field goal away. Sometimes, all you need is a little luck and a whole lot of guac.

10 doctor-recommended health resolutions to keep healthy in 2026

STATEPOINT – With a new year ahead, the American Medical Association (AMA) is offering Americans 10 evidence-based tips for staying healthy in 2026 and beyond:GET HEALTH SCREENINGSSchedule preventive visits, tests and screenings so your physician can catch conditions before they become more serious.