During the unprecedented Coronavirus closures, schools have had to alter most plans and traditions that they have enjoyed and come to expect each year. One tradition that has been affected has been the Senior Graduation Ceremony.
City leaders have helped coordinate a Standing For Justice event from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, in downtown Ennis. The march will support the Black Lives Matter movement according to statements on the Ennis Police Department Facebook page.
Ennis High School female athletes begin summer conditioning on Monday, June 8, from 9-11a.m. According volleyball HC Kelly Henderson, who is now entering her fourth year in Ennis, there will also be skills training for both v-ball and softball.
One of the most tragic events in Ennis history took place in the late spring of 1911 when a man facing a divorce suit shot and killed his neighbor and alleged rival in a downtown hardware store.
Coping with the loss of a loved one can be challenging in the best of times, but many people have had to confront such challenges at a time that is unlike any other in modern history.
In light of recent acts that clearly violated justice of individuals, SAGU (Southwestern Assemblies of God University) President Kermit Bridges issued a strong statement espousing support for the families and the entire African-American community.
The immune system is a powerful component of the human body. The immune system recognizes when viruses, bacteria and other foreign invaders enter or compromise the body, and then takes action to prevent illnesses from taking over. The average person can help his or her immune system do its job more effectively by making the immune system as strong as it can be.
One of the advantages of having a pool right in the backyard is the convenience of being able to take a dip anytime you so desire. Spending time in the pool is a great way to kick off summer vacations — especially if that vacation is a staycation. The pool also is a fun gathering place for casual barbecues or hangouts with friends.
Doing without the National Polka Fest in Ennis during Memorial Day weekend was difficult for many revelers. Not only did COVID-19 force the cancellation of the event, including dancing in Czech attire and knocking down a few pints of pivo, but it also meant there would be no kolache eating contest.
A correction is due regarding the credit for who places of large American flags at the entrance of Myrtle Cemetery that appeared in the May 24 edition of The Ennis News. Small flags were put in place at Myrtle, St. Joseph and Ennis Memorial cemeteries by the Boy Scouts. Others were erected around town by the Rotary Club. We have been alerted that the large entry way flags have been done by individuals. We apologize for the error.