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Alamo Middle School continues to serve at the heart of Ennis, evidenced by its recent replacement of the B.F. Thomas gymnasium floor. Opened in 1987, the original floor has been changed to an athletic mat comprised of Polysport Rubber Flooring System.

Last week the Republican Party of Texas held its biennial convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. The event was the first since the pandemic, and attendance was down considerably.

People and businesses are choosing Texas because Texas works. Successful corporations at the top are sharing the age-old real estate mantra, “location, location, location.” True, the geographic position of property is the most important factor that determines value and desirability for realtors.

The Ennis Retired School Personnel Association had a great end of year meeting on May 28, 2026. There was great food and great conversation with 56 people in attendance. They conducted some business and voted to approve Melinda Shaw as First Vice President.

In celebration of National Garden Club Week which is the first week of June, the Ennis Garden Club is announcing the 2026 Spring Yards of the Season. Yards of the Season are selected twice a year, Spring and Fall. The yards, nominated by members of the Ennis Garden Club, are selected in each of the four EISD school districts.

Nothing can be as exciting as packing and going out of town on a trip. Let me rephrase that; packing is a chore best saved until 10 minutes prior to departure, and what could be more important than how you’re traveling is who you will be trapped within tight quarters. Now, that sounds better. I’ll admit, driving there is my preferred means of travel. As for the option of flying, I’ll always consider it before opting out. Airline travel does have its perks, none better than getting right with God before lift-off. And during turbulence. Before every trip, and even ahead of the nicey-nice prayer, I have long held to a pre-trip mantra that is quite effective, and share it to all passengers, it goes thusly; “When we leave, two things will be true – one, your bladder will be empty and, two, the gas-tank will be full.

Recently, I was sitting in my office on a dreary afternoon, tapping on the keyboard and listening to the rain blowing against the window. The house is quiet during the day as my writing routine includes our dog sprawled out on the cool hardwood floor, snoring contentedly around my desk. Then it suddenly dawned on me, June fourth will be the forty-ninth year of our marriage. I then thought about our upcoming golden wedding anniversary in 2027, and how blessed I am to share this milestone with the one I love. I’m confident she feels the same way and definitely deserves a medal for her patience, support, and for embracing the work and shared vision with me for nearly five decades. It’s been an amazing journey so far, and throughout the hard times and the good times, we know we are truly blessed.