The Ellis County Press

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: CubeSmart Asset Management, 980 FM 664, Ferris, TX

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Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:46
Publish two times in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 and Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALESelf-storage Cube contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner 980 FM 664...
George Russell Mcallister

George Russell Mcallister

Ferris High School teacher arrested on charges of possession of child pornography

STAFF REPORT
Fri, 11/07/2025 - 11:51
FERRIS – Superintendent of Ferris ISD Hector Madrigal released a statement Thursday morning regarding the arrest of part-time Ferris High School welding teacher George Russell Mcallister, 61 from WaxahachieMadrigal said in his statement, “We want to make you aware that one of our employees was...
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Ellis County UNOFFICIAL Election Results (November 4, 2025)

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:23
FERRISFerris Special Bond Election for two proposed propositionsProposition A – Streets and Drainage Improvements $14,000,000For 55.67% / Against 44.33%Proposition B – Parks and Recreation Improvements $1,000,000For 45% / Against 55% MAYPEARLMaypearl ISD Special Election for one proposed...
Image courtesy City of Glenn Heights.

Image courtesy City of Glenn Heights.

Glenn Heights UNOFFICIAL Election Results (November 4, 2025)

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 16:02
MAYORSonja Brown, Incumbent – 75.10% or 540 / Ellis County 71.83% or 645Leon Tate – 24.90% or 179 / Ellis County 28.17% or 253PLACE 2Harry Garrett, Incumbent – 40.34% or 288 / Ellis County 29.59% or 258Shaunte Allen – 59.66% or 426 / Ellis County 70.41% or 614PLACE 4Marcel Howard – 46.39% or 328 /...
Sector K9 founder Wes Keeling of Midlothian is the driving force behind this superhero dog type of transition. Submitted photo.

Sector K9 founder Wes Keeling of Midlothian is the driving force behind this superhero dog type of transition. Submitted photo.

Sector K9 in Midlothian takes dogs from shelter to superhero

RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:39
MIDLOTHIAN – How does a shelter dog go from abandoned pet to superhero.Sector K9 founder Wes Keeling of Midlothian is the driving force behind this superhero dog type of transition.Sector K9 is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening public safety and...
Luis Rivera said he has been fascinated with technology ever since his father brought home the family’s first iPad. Photo courtesy TSTC Communications.

Luis Rivera said he has been fascinated with technology ever since his father brought home the family’s first iPad. Photo courtesy TSTC Communications.

Technology lover channels passion into computers, data centers at TSTC

ANNIE BEURMAN / Communication Specialist TSTC Communications
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:34
RED OAK – Luis Rivera said he has been fascinated with technology ever since his father brought home the family’s first iPad.Today, he is channeling that passion at Texas State Technical College by studying Computer Networking and Systems Administration and joining the first cohort of the...
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EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (November 6, 2025)

RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:24
ALMAAlma will hold a toy drive on Dec. 9 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Alma City Hall, 104 Interurban Road.There will be photos with Santa and Mrs. Clause as well as photos sitting on a Texas Longhorn at the event and a bounce house, Christmas lights display, food and music.BARDWELLBardwell’s recent city...
After visiting downtown, visitors can walk to the nearby Women’s Building to view more than 200 original paintings featured at the 18th Annual Plein Air Show featuring the works of about 40 talented artists from across the country. Photo courtesy Waxahachie Convention & Visitors Bureau.

After visiting downtown, visitors can walk to the nearby Women’s Building to view more than 200 original paintings featured at the 18th Annual Plein Air Show featuring the works of about 40 talented artists from across the country. Photo courtesy Waxahachie Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Art, wine, music to highlight Waxahachie’s Plein Air Weekend

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:19
WAXAHACHIE – In a Paris-like setting of umbrellas and live music, artists will bring their easels to downtown Waxahachie Nov. 15 to paint their award-winning unique work.The live music will serenade as visitors stroll beneath large umbrellas, watching their favorite artists in action while they...
Jennifer Zarate

Jennifer Zarate

Jennifer Zarate announces run for Ellis County District Clerk

STAFF REPORT
Wed, 11/05/2025 - 15:00
WAXAHACHIE – Jennifer Zarate, a sixth-generation Texan and Waxahachie resident, today announced her candidacy for Ellis County District Clerk.She will be on the ballot in the upcoming Republican primary election in March of next year.Zarate is running to provide efficiency, transparency and...