The Ellis County Press

OUT TO PASTOR: Why are flies so attracted to my nose?

DR. JAMES L. SNYDER
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:47
Throughout my life, I have dealt with many “pesky” things that provoke the dickens out of me.I sure do miss those “dickens.”When I think I’ve got one pesky thing under control, another comes along.Recently, a new “pesky” thing entered my life.The new “pesky” thing – is a fly.I never knew flies...
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PET TALK: Adopt me – the “RULE OF 3”

CHARLOTTE M. DICKINSON, MPA
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:41
Recent Christmas commercials show that puppies are popular for family presents, but I strongly encourage adoption or fostering.
The City of Waxahachie was recently honored by the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF) as the 2025 City of the Year in the small city category. The city also received an appreciation award for hosting TAAF’s 100th annual conference earlier this year, showcasing its commitment to amateur athletics across Texas. Photo courtesy City of Waxahachie.

The City of Waxahachie was recently honored by the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF) as the 2025 City of the Year in the small city category. The city also received an appreciation award for hosting TAAF’s 100th annual conference earlier this year, showcasing its commitment to amateur athletics across Texas. Photo courtesy City of Waxahachie.

Waxahachie boasts ‘2025 City of the Year’

RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:25
WAXAHACHIE – As one of the 20 fastest-growing cities in America, Waxahachie, was recently named the 2025 City of the Year in the small city category by the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation.The nonprofit organization established in 1925 to promote, organize and conduct amateur athletics in the...
Photo courtesy Midlothian Fire Department.

Photo courtesy Midlothian Fire Department.

Midlothian Fire Deptartment launches program with Methodist Mansfield Medical Center

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:23
MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Fire Department recently announced it had launched a Prehospital Whole Blood Program in partnership with Methodist Mansfield Medical Center.A major milestone for the Midlothian community, the program is a “lifesaving advancement that will immediately benefit patients...

STAR Transit announces Employee and Driver of the Year

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:10
TERRELL – Seven employees were recently honored during STAR Transit’s Annual Bus Roadeo and Employee Awards Luncheon.Ted Crouch was named the 2025 Employee of the Year, and TD Youngblood received the 2025 Driver of the Year award.Nominees for Driver of the Year included Youngblood, Nola Martin,...
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FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 11, 2025)

STACEY LANKFORD / Library Manager
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:06
Ho! Ho! Ho! We have a whole lot of books celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa for your reading and cooking pleasure.Adult books range from Romance to Mystery, with several Entertaining and Cooking books.We can’t leave out the children!

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (December 1 – 8)

Ellis123
Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:04
Clardy, Myron, 34, unl poss firearm by felon Felony 3, parole violation.Henderson, Konstance, 21, bench warrant, theft prop >=$100<$750, theft prop >=$2500<$30,000, evading arrest/detention, theft prop >=$100<$750, theft prop >=$100<$750, theft prop >=$2500<$30,000, theft prop >=$2500<$30,000.Ray,...

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (November 30 – December 6)

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Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:02
Camacho, Pete, 61, warrant other agency.Gonzales, Raul, 46,  warrant other agency.Lang, Jermaine, 42, warrant other agency, arrest/detention, theft prop <$2,500 2/more prev convictions.Beecham, Bryce, 19, abandon/endanger child/individual imminent danger bodily injury.Stampley, Richard, 72, sex...

WILMER ARRESTS (November 30 – December 7)

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Wed, 12/10/2025 - 15:00
Cruz, Seth, 23, sexual coercion, sexual coercion.Arias-Ramirez, John, 40, unauth use of vehicle. Area police arrest reports are published in the belief that an informed community is best able to preserve and protect life and property.